32nd Annual Conference Details
NMRWA's Annual Conference is the largest conference for water and wastewater professionals in New Mexico and provides a unique opportunity to learn about new trends, services, products. Visit the Exhibit Hall for hands-on demonstrations of the latest technology. Attend classes taught by industry experts from all over the country. Earn Certification Credits and take the Certification Exam for all levels. Network with peers in one of New Mexico's finest hotels.
Join us at the premier industry event of the year!
Certification Exams For Exhibitors Exhibitor Demonstration Classes
Be a Sponsor Annual Awards Drinking Water Taste Test
Membership Meeting Important Dates 2010 Conference Exhibitors
How To Register
Online: Register online and pay with your credit card. Make a secure transaction with no extra fees through Google Checkout, which requires an account but it's quick, easy, and costs less for NMRWA. Click the button to register online now!
Mail, Fax or Phone: You may register by using the form below, or by calling the office at 1-800-819-9893. A full conference registration includes access to all classes, the Technology Exhibit Hall, and one ticket to all meal functions. Extra tickets may be purchased for the Exhibitor's Breakfast, Awards Luncheon, and the Annual Banquet. Please complete one form for each conference attendee.
You will save $20 by registering and submitting payment before March 5, 2010 and save an additional $15 if your system has under 100 service connections. NMRWA members save $100 on registration over non-members.
Conference Registration Form
Hotel Information
Our Conference will be held at the beautiful Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town, a New Mexico Heritage Hotel. This landmark destination is a full-service facility, offering room service, concierge services, two delightful restaurants, and the Q Bar, an ultra-chic lounge. Enjoy in-room massage, day spa and salon services next door, Traditions gift shop, outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, exercise/workout facility, laundry/valet services, and newspapers found at the front desk. The Hotel is located in the heart of the historic Old Town Plaza and museum district with shops, restaurants, and galleries to explore within easy walking distance.
The NMRWA Conference block room rate at Hotel Albuquerque is $102
Call soon - space is limited! 505-843-6300 or 1-866-505-7829
Hotel Albuquerque Website
Other nearby hotels include:
Best Western Rio Grande: 1015 Rio Grande Boulevard : 505-843-9500 / 1-800-959-4726
Hotel Blue: 717 Central Avenue NW : 505-924-2400
(Mention the NMRWA Annual Conference to secure the best rate)
2010 Schedule & Classes
The Conference will feature classes, in-depth workshops, field trips, and hands-on training sessions. All classes will be taught by highly qualified experts in the industry. Operators and board members will receive certification credits by attending these accredited classes. Training tracks for 2010 are: Basic Water Systems, Advanced Water Systems, Wastewater Systems, Regulations, Board Training, Management. Watch for the full conference schedule to appear in this space soon.
2010 Class & Event Schedule updated: 2/4/10
Event Highlights For 2010!
Monday : Socialize with colleagues and exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall during the Box Lunch at noon and the Meet & Greet at 5pm.
Tuesday : Join us for the Drinking Water Taste Test and President's Reception at 5pm. This new event emphasizes the political representation and policy
advocacy efforts of NMRWA. Relax and enjoy quality food and entertainment outside in the
beautiful Pavilion and pool areas of the Hotel!
Wednesday : Support exemplary operators, managers, board members, and
associate members by attending the Awards Luncheon at noon. And don't forget to attend the PAC Raffle drawing beginning at 5:15pm.
Certification Exams
Exams begin at 8:00 am on Thursday, April 8 in the Franciscan Ballroom at the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town. You must submit the state application form and test fee to the New Mexico Environment Department - Surface Water Quality Bureau no later than 30 days prior to the test date for exam eligibility. Click the link below for an application packet and more information about certification.
NMED Utility Operators Certification Program website
Exhibitor Information
NMRWA Annual Conference exhibitors are public and private corporations, federal and state agencies, and assistance providers to the water community. The focus of our exhibits is on small system needs, treatment technologies, utility equipment, and professional services. Always welcome are exhibitors that provide information on compliance issues, computer and technology skills, educational opportunities, funding sources, and data management services. Consider hosting an Exhibitor Demonstration Class or consider becoming a Conference Sponsor. Get maximum exposure while supporting small water systems across New Mexico! Click below for an Exhibitor Packet or call our office for more information.
Exhibitor Registration Packet
Exhibitor Registration Form
Exhibit Hall Floorplan
Exhibitor Demonstration Classes
Demonstration Classes allow for hands-on instruction in a small group setting. Classes are offered in 30-minute time blocks on Tuesday morning only. The classes take place inside the Exhibit Hall at the Exhibitor's booth. There are seven sessions and attendees attend a new class during each session. Separate attendance with special instructions will be included with your Conference materials.
Separate registration is required for Demo Classes. Participants must register for individual demonstration class and time with the Exhibitor conducting the class at their booth. Demo classes are always popular and space is very limited, so early registration is highly encouraged.
Since multiple classes are offered per session, Exhibitors will repeat the same class during each session. All classes will be limited to 8 people to maximize the opportunity for questions and to address specific needs. At the end of each 30-minute session, the exhibitor/instructor will record attendance and participants proceed immediately to the next booth on their schedule.
Be A Sponsor
Consider becoming more directly involved with the Association and our membership by being a Conference Sponsor. It's possible to sponsor just about anything during the Annual Conference: meals, breaks, contests, prizes, tours, and site visits. Benefits include recognition in the conference program and at conference events, logo placement on conference materials and on NMRWA.org, complimentary conference registrations, and an introduction to the NMRWA Board of Directors. It all adds up to high visibility and huge opportunity!
Conference Sponsorship Information
Annual Awards
The Association recognizes the achievements of Rural Water's best at the Annual Awards Luncheon. Anyone may nominate water systems, board members, operators, managers, or special individuals to receive an award.
Annual Awards Information & Nomination Form
New Mexico Drinking Water Taste Test sponsored by Bohannan-Huston, Inc.
The best-tasting drinking water from a Public Water System will represent all of New Mexico’s rural water systems in a nationwide competition in Washington, DC at the annual Rural Water Rally event.
The Grand Prize Winner will receive a cash award towards airfare and hotel accommodations to meet New Mexico's congressional delegation and enter their water in NRWA's Great American Water Taste Test. If you think your water is the best, put it to the test! Like fine wine, your water will be judged on taste, bouquet, and clarity.
This year NMRWA will be supplying quart-size glass containers for entry and these are available at the NMRWA office or upon request from Circuit Riders in the field. In addition, on Monday from 12:30 to 3:00pm conference goers will have the opportunity to taste entries and vote for the best tasting tap water in New Mexico. The winner of this competition will receive the newly created People’s Choice award.
NM Drinking Water Taste Test Rules
NRWA Water Rally
Membership Meeting
Be sure to attend the Annual Membership Meeting at 3:30 pm on Tuesday, April 6 and cast your vote for Association Board Members and Officers. Every voting system member is entitled to send a delegate to the Membership Meeting. Delegate forms must be received in the NMRWA office by 5:00 pm on March 26, 2010, and must be completed and signed in accordance with our bylaws to be accepted.
Delegate Form
Important Dates
Feb 19 : Deadline to submit nominations for operator / system awards
Mar 5 : Cutoff date for Hotel Albuquerque room block
Mar 5 : Last day to receive early bird registration prices!
Mar 5 : No refunds after this date
Mar 10 : Deadline to submit certification exam application to NMED
Mar 26 : Delegate forms must be received in NMRWA office by 5:00 pm to vote at Membership Meeting
Apr 5 : Training sessions begin : 8:00 am
Apr 5 : Exhibit Hall Opens : Noon
Apr 5 : Exhibitor Box Lunch in the Exhibit Hall : Noon
Apr 5 : People’s Choice Drinking Water Taste Test : 12:30 to 3:00pm
Apr 5 : Meet & Greet in the Exhibit Hall : 5:00 pm
Apr 6 : Demo Classes in the Exhibit Hall : 8:00 am
Apr 6 : Membership Meeting in the Franciscan Room: 3:30 pm
Apr 6 : President's Reception and NM Drinking Water Taste Test Finals : 5:00 pm
Apr 7 : Awards Luncheon : Noon
Apr 7 : PAC Fundraiser in the Franciscan Room : 5:15 pm
Apr 8 : Operator Certification Exams : 8:00 am
2010 Exhibitors
- American Innovations
- Baker Utility Supply Corp.
- Bohannan Huston, Inc.
- D&R Tank Company
- Engineering America
- HD Supply Waterworks
- Itron, Inc.
- Keller America, Inc.
- M & M Tank Coating Company
- Municipal Pipe Services
- NMED Drinking Water Bureau
- Total Tanks
- TP Pump & Pipe
- USA BlueBook
- Underground Solutions
- Water Remediation Technology, LLC
last update: 1/26/10