announced on March 12 at the NRWA state convention. “These awards are a true reflection of what is happening at the Moapa Valley Water District and at this board,” Tarnowski said.
Huza was recognized for work in getting the MVWD arsenic treatment facilities completed and in operation by the federally mandated deadline. The MVWD is the only rural water purveyor in the state to have done so. “Because of the administration here at MVWD, the potential problems were looked at, addressed and resolved before they even came down,” Tarnowski said. “The way this (arsenic treatment) project was done is being set up as a model for smaller systems throughout the state.” “I’ve spent some time on arsenic treatment it is true,” Huza said upon receiving the award. “But I wouldn’t be able to spend that time if I didn’t have the staff to back me up. So a large part of this really belongs to them.” In recognizing Davis, Tarnowski said that Davis “is a truly dedicated employee and someone who is held up as an example throughout the state.” Tarnowski pointed out that Davis had worked to attain the highest level of certification that the water industry can provide. “He leads by example to his field staff,” Tarnowski said of Davis. “It is one thing to send out a directive that your staff must get trained. But it is different when you are sitting at the table and working together with them.” The Nevada Rural Water Association is comprised of public and private utility systems in rural areas. It provides services including technical assistance, training, system evaluations, financial and funding assistance. |