An Update on Water Reuse in Minnesota

Water reuse projects are being implemented throughout Minnesota and across the country. There are numerous opportunities to leverage alternative water sources as a resource. Despite this opportunity, we continue to face barriers that limit implementation and successful operation of reuse systems. During this workshop, hosted by Freshwater and Barr Engineering, we aim to learn from one another and push the conversation related to water reuse forward.

This workshop will include a brief update on water reuse in the state and nationally, and then will focus on best practices and lessons learned for successful implementation and operations and maintenance of reuse systems.

Agenda

• Recap of water reuse drivers and common applications.
• Updates on regulation and guidance in Minnesota.
• Updates on national reuse efforts.
• Panel discussion on lessons learned for successful implementation and operation and maintenance (O&M) of reuse facilities, including:
  • Bryan Bear, City of Hugo
  • Kristin Seaman, City of Woodbury
  • Forrest Kelley, Capitol Region Watershed District
  • Nancy Stowe, Mississippi Watershed Management Organization
• Discuss ideas for future discussions and schedule site visits for Summer 2024.
• Post-session happy hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.