Certified water and wastewater operator certificates expire every two years on June 30th of
​odd-numbered years. Applications for renewal are mailed to operators 60 days before the expiration date.
 
To be eligible for renewal, operators must have earned the required number of Continuing Education training Units (CEUs) during two-year periods ending March 31 of odd-numbered years.
 
You can view your CEUs at: 
https://programs.iowadnr.gov/opcertweb/pages/opmenu.aspx              
 
If you still need CEUs, check out the IAMU calendar to view upcoming CEU-eligible workshops.

IAMU, along with Koons Gas Measurement & Nelson Technologies, would like to provide an opportunity for natural gas personnel to expand their knowledge on a variety of topics and products throughout their entire natural gas system. Experts from Koons Gas Measurement, Nelson Technologies and Honeywell will cover a variety of topics including:
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• Odorization and Odorizers
• Catalytic heaters
• Measurement and Regulation
• Service Line Installations from Main to Riser

Training will include in-depth presentations and discussion, demonstration of products and services as well as numerous opportunities for “hands-on” training for topics and products being covered.

For more information visit our website here. 

IAMU will hold its Advanced Water Treatment and Distribution Workshop on March 12-13, 2025.  As we prepare for this yearly training that brings together municipal water operators from around Iowa, we are asking for presentation proposals. The presentations must provide educational content and must not be sales pitches for specific products or services because members will be receiving continuing education credit for their time at the workshop. You can find the form for presentations here. 
 
If you have any questions about the Call for Presentations Form or the workshop, please contact Steve Marsh at 515.289.1999 or by email at [email protected]
 
Once completed, the Call for Presentations Form may be emailed to Steve. Deadline for presentations is January 8, 2025.

One of the biggest challenges municipal gas utilities faces is the ever-changing landscape of regulatory compliance.  With limited financial resources and Staff, it is difficult for many municipally owned gas utilities to understand the regulatory requirements and processes carried out by the Iowa Utilities Commission under guidelines and mandates set forth by the Department of Transportation and the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.  While recognizing our members face these challenges, IAMU offers Compliance Assistance Programs to help reduce the burden of understanding the complex nature of regulatory compliance.


IAMU Staff can provide assistance (as needed) with the following:

Understanding Operations & Maintenance and Emergency Plan & Procedures Requirements
IAMU Staff will sit down with your operator personnel and develop a schedule and plan of action to complete all of the requirements prescribed by the O&M Plans.This will also include a detailed review of the recordkeeping requirements that must be maintained in order to remain compliant.
Pre-Iowa Utilities Commission Audit
IAMU Staff will conduct an audit using the same inspection form as the Iowa Utilities Commission.This will allow your personnel to become familiar with the inspection process and potentially find violations that could be corrected before the audit conducted by the Commission.
Post-Iowa Utilities Commission Audit
IAMU Staff will aid in generating a plan of action to correct probable violations cited during the Iowa Utilities Commission.This will include drafting the formal response letter that is required to be filed within 30 days of the Notice Letter sent by the Commission.
Distribution Integrity Management Plan (DIMP) Audit
IAMU Staff will conduct an audit of your DIMP and provide aid in correcting any deficiencies found.Upon request, IAMU Staff can also update and complete your DIMP reviews and evaluations using the APGA SHRIMP program.
Public Awareness Program Audit
IAMU Staff will conduct an audit of your Public Awareness Program including reviewing/updating your written plan and informational mailers to ensure compliance with the regulations. IAMU Staff can also provide aid in completing your 4-Year Effectiveness Assessment and annual program review.

Interested ?All Compliance Assistance Programs are completed for members at significant savings comparative to IAMU construction rates.  Please contact Nick Vandegriff, Gas Services & Compliance Specialist, at 641-919-8411 or by email at [email protected] for specific details and to schedule your on-site visit.

​The IAMU Utility Leadership Conference - formerly known as "Superintendent & Foreman’s Meetings" will be held January 15-17, 2025.  This event will be held at the Holiday Inn Express Des Moines in Ankeny.
Find more information and register here. 

Some of the topics in this conference are:

Iowa DNR--
RICE, 2024 Amendments, 
Permitting, Recordkeeping

Rate Studies
DGR

Tech Talk—New Technology 
in the Industry 
Various Representatives

Lessons Learned 
Greenfield Municipal Utilities and 
Spencer Municipal Utilities

Operating A Small Utility 
Troy Dejoode, IAMU

De-Escalation 
Iowa State Patrol,
Trooper Krull

Join other municipal energy professionals for the annual IAMU Energy Conference on
February 18-20, 2025 at the Courtyard by Marriott, Ankeny, Iowa.

Learn more about the latest happenings in the industry and network with others during this much anticipated yearly event.

The annual Legislative Reception is also planned during this time, taking place on
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at Ken’s – a not so speakeasy, in Des Moines’ East Village.