Updates from Vermont Rural Water
Cold Weather Safety
Working outside in cold weather poses special challenges and requires extra precautions. Read on for safety suggestions for water and wastewater workers.
Announcing Emergency Response Trailers for Water and Wastewater Systems
Vermont Rural Water was able to purchase two trailers and a number of pieces of new equipment with a grant. The trailers and equipment will be available for free to members of VT WARN for emergency response and preventative maintenance.
Water Heroes: Brad Snow
Brad Snow is a registered apprentice in drinking water and wastewater treatment for the town of Richmond. In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, we asked him a few questions about his experiences as an apprentice.
Water Heroes: Ryan Muratorri
Ryan Muratorri is a wastewater apprentice at the Town of Poultney, VT. In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, we asked him a few questions about his experiences as an apprentice.
Water/Sewer Bill Assistance
The State of Vermont is currently offering several programs to help customers pay their water and sewer bills.
Water Heroes: Elizabeth Walker
Elizabeth Walker retired from Vermont Rural Water after 45 years in the water/wastewater industry.
Water Heroes: Pete Krolczyk
Pete Krolczyk is retiring as Chief Operator of the Waterbury wastewater plant, which is being renamed the ‘Peter S. Krolczyk WWTP’ in his honor.
2022 Water Professionals Appreciation Day
Join us on Friday, July 8 at Smugglers’ Notch Resort for a free lunch and a friendly disc golf tournament.
Water Heroes: New Operators
Meet some of Vermont’s newest water and wastewater operators. This is the next generation of water professionals, who will serve their communities, protect public health, and tackle new challenges like emerging contaminants and climate change.
Water Heroes: Tom Coates
Tom Coates is retiring after 35 years at the Quechee Wastewater Treatment Facility. “I am going to miss the people I have worked with over the years,” Tom said.