AWWA ACE68695

This powerpoint presentation begins by providing a brief overview of public water systems and their challenges. TMF capacity, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) TMF capacity development program, a website for water systems to perform their own TMF self-assessments, and usage statistics are all presented. Lessons learned include: support from stakeholders is key including funding organizations, state engineers, and operational assistance staff; some systems may need one-on-one assistance initially; keep it simple and organized with focused questions based on experience and questions linked to mandatory and recommended capacity elements for DWRF funding; and, step-by-step recommendations with associated tools and guidance manuals.