AWRA Utah Section

UPDATE 01/13/10 - 10:29: A special thanks to all those that participated in our luncheon yesterday, especially Warren Peterson for his informative presentation on water issues likely to be addressed in the upcoming legislative session. Several luncheon attendees requested a copy of Warren's presentation and he has graciously agreed to make it available to those in attendance. It has been posted here for your use.

Announcing the AWRA Utah Section Annual Luncheon presentation titled "Utah Executive Water Task Force and the Upcoming Legislative Session" by Warren Peterson, Attorney and Vice President, Farmland Reserve, Inc.

AMERICAN WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION UTAH SECTION invites you to attend our annual luncheon on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at 12:00 P.M. at the Natural Resources Building Auditorium, 1594 W. North Temple, SLC, UT.

Please join us for a lunchtime presentation regarding the Utah Executive Water Task Force and the Water Development Commission and legislation each has recommended for the upcoming legislative session. The list includes many pressing water issues such as canal safety concerns stemming from the tragedy in Logan earlier this year, the domestic water right preference in times of scarcity, the State Engineer's authority to assess historic use in change application proceedings, authorizing water management authorities to facilitate water banking in Utah. With budget cuts anticipated, the presentation will also address the potential impact of these cuts on legislation and on existing water programs.

For registration, please see the mail-in registration form. Online credit card payments are available. Early registration discount is available before Dec. 31st. Registration deadline is January 8th, so register now!

Registration Fees:
Member $20*
Non-Member $30
Full-Time Student $10

*Requires membership renewal at time of registration.
10% discount off above prices before Dec. 31st.