Care to Share Day is 2 days away! 💙🚰 Rise to the challenge this holiday season and help us ensure no one in our community is without clean water. Donate what you can to Care to Share today at www.owasa.org/help-my-neighbor-care-to-share/

A summary of the Nov 13 OWASA Board of Directors meeting is now available. Updates include: 📌Announced the sixth annual Care to Share Day on November 20 📌Received an update on treatment alternatives for PFAS treatment Visit owasa.org/owasa-board-... for the full summary.

Flaggers will be present to maintain through traffic. Sign up to receive weekly project updates from OWASA: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/jZVeVtp. For more information about this project, visit owasa.org/rosemary/.

Installation of the temporary water main on W. Rosemary St. will continue next week. On Nov. 16, a planned water outage will occur beginning at 3 p.m. Affected customers were notified in advance of this water outage. See map below for traffic impacts:

Care to Share Day is one week away! 💙 In the spirit of the holiday season, donate what you can to Care to Share, OWASA's water bill assistance program. Together, we can ensure no one in our community is without clean water. Visit www.owasa.org/help-my-neighbor-care-to-share/ to donate today!

It's #WorkingWednesday! OWASA is currently hiring for the following positions: 📌Accounting Technician (closes in 2 days) 📌Engineering Manager for Development Services (closes in 2 days) 📌Part-Time Admin Assistant (closes in 1 week) Visit owasa.attract.neogov.com to apply!

For #VeteransDay, OWASA honored current and retired team members who have served in the armed forces. We thank them for their sacrifice and service to our country! #ThankYouVeterans #HonoringService

Thanks to all who attended and listened to OWASA presenters!

OWASA Team Members shared their professional experiences and impactful stories at the NC One Water Conference last week. Sharing our experiences is how we help other utilities learn, just as we learn from them, which is imperative during this time of great change in our industry.

The agenda for the November 13 OWASA Board of Directors meeting is now available. Items include: 📌Alternatives for PFAS Treatment of Drinking Water 📌Review of Sizing for Proposed Clearwell 📌Overview of Climate Adaptation Plan Visit www.owasa.org/board-of-directors/ for full agenda.

We celebrate our CPAs for all they do ensure transparency and build trust with our customers. You are assets to OWASA! 😁

Happy #InternationalAccountingDay! 🔢📲📈 OWASA is thankful to have such a wonderful finance team that keeps the books balanced and numbers accurate so we can continue to invest in and serve our community.

Sign up to receive weekly project updates from OWASA: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/jZVeVtp. For more information about this project, visit owasa.org/rosemary/.

On Nov. 10, installation of the temporary water main on W. Rosemary St. from N. Merritt Mill Rd. to N. Roberson St. will begin. The map below shows expected traffic impacts. Through traffic will be maintained with flaggers. Commuters should expect brief delays.

Happy #WorkingWednesday! OWASA is currently hiring for the following positions: 📌Utility Technician I/II 📌Development Services Engineering Manager 📌Accounting Technician Visit owasa.attract.neogov.com to learn about our great benefits and culture and submit an application!

November 7 is the last day to apply for the Utility Technician position at OWASA! Don't miss this opportunity to join our Distribution and Collection crews and learn from some of the best in the business on how we keep the clean water flowing. Visit ow.ly/mix450XlbhG to apply today!

Because of you, we can keep our community’s water flowing strong. 💧

We know that you expect OWASA to consistently deliver you clean water and reliable wastewater service even as costs increase. Rising costs help us: ✅Support and retain skilled employees ✅Maintain and upgrade critical infrastructure ✅Continue delivering the service you expect

Traffic impacts will be minimal next week. Brief pedestrian and bike lane closures will occur. Signs will be in place to guide pedestrian and bike lane traffic around work areas. Sign up to receive weekly project updates from OWASA: lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/jZVeVtp

W. Rosemary St. Weekly Update: Preconstruction work begins Monday, Nov. 3. This work includes: 🚧Mobilizing equipment to the project site 🚧Locating existing utilities 🚧Setting up erosion control measures 🚧Preparing for the installation of the temporary water line

OWASA received $1.96 million for PFAS treatment as part of a multi-party settlement with 3M, a major PFAS manufacturer. These funds will be used to offset the cost of treatment to reduce PFAS in drinking water for the Chapel Hill-Carrboro community. See below to learn more about the settlement.

As climates continues to change, storms like Tropical Storm Chantal will become more frequent. OWASA's Climate Adaptation Plan will help us determine how to best protect our critical infrastructure from the effects of climate change. Visit owasa.org/climate-adap... to learn more.

It's #WorkingWednesday! OWASA is hiring for the following positions: 📌Accounting Technician 📌Board Clerk/Executive Assistant (closes in 1 day!) 📌Engineering Manager - Development Services 📌Utility Technician I/II Go to owasa.attract.neogov.com and apply today to join our team!

As a Utility Technician at OWASA, you'll learn from our team of experts to gain on-the-job skills and certifications necessary to keep the community's water and wastewater system running smoothly. Visit ow.ly/En8T50Xj84y to submit your application today!

OWASA takes our role as stewards of the environment seriously. We always treat our wastewater beyond what's required so it's as clean as possible before reentering the environment. We also invest in wastewater infrastructure to ensure sewage stays where it belongs: in the pipe.

Yesterday, OWASA hosted NCWOA's Northern Piedmont Section Meeting. Fifteen water professionals joined us for a tour of the Jones Ferry Road Water Treatment Plant and robust discussions about chemical market dynamics, filter optimization, and more. Thank you to all who joined us!

OWASA's highest mission is ensuring our drinking water is of the highest quality when it reaches your home, school, or business. 🚰 We're designing a PFAS treatment facility and hiring top-notch personnel to achieve this mission. #DrinkingWaterQuality

It's #WorkingWednesday and OWASA is hiring for the Utility Technician I position where you get on-the-job training and certifications. 👷‍♂️ Get trained in a skilled trade and start your career with OWASA today! Apply here by November 7: www.governmentjobs.com/.../utility-... #SkilledTradeJobs

We're still in the midst of Hurricane Season and October can be one of the most active months for Hurricanes. ⛈️ Maintaining water and wastewater service before, during, and after a hurricane is critical. Visit owasa.org/tips-to-prep... for tips on how you can prepare.

Together, we can ensure everyone in our community has access to clean water. Donate today at www.owasa.org/help-my-neighbor-care-to-share/. #CaretoShare #SeasonofGiving

Care to Share Day 2025 is Nov 20! 💙🫴 Care to Share is our community's water bill assistance program to help those struggling to pay their water bill. You have the chance to help your neighbors this year by donating monthly through your OWASA bill or make a one-time donation.

Cybersecurity is a major concern for water utilities. We must protect our critical infrastructure and essential services from cyberattacks. OWASA has created a new position on our Technology Team to help us do just that. 🔐#Cybersecurity

Rec Season ends this weekend! 🛶🎣 The final day of recreation at Cane Creek is Oct 25, and the final day at University Lake is Oct 26. Don't miss your chance to kayak, canoe, or fish at OWASA's lakes this year. Visit owasa.org/recreation/ to register for a boating permit.

Our Director of Water Resources, Allison Spinelli, represented OWASA and North Carolina this week @awwa-official.bsky.social's Council Summit as a member of the Water Utility Council. Thank you for representing OWASA and our community, Allison, and the great state of North Carolina! 💧🐏

OWASA invests every dollar you pay back into the system and people who serve you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Reliable drinking water service is a top priority for us. Replacing and upgrading aging infrastructure is how we keep the clean water flowing. 💦

Keeping our easements clear and accessible is essential to the proper management of our system. We must be able to access the water or wastewater system quickly during emergencies or to make necessary repairs and upgrades.

OWASA just wrapped up our Bolin Creek Easement Restoration Project. This OWASA easement and popular walking trail was damage during Tropical Storm Chantal. Debris, rocks, and sediment covered the trail, and there were sections of exposed sewer pipe. Now, it looks good as new!

On Wonderful Water @wchlchapelboro.bsky.social, OWASA's Director of Community Relations, Mary Tiger, and @ocncgov.bsky.social's Sustainability Projects Analyst, Mel Gilles, spoke about a joint effort to provide Orange County residents with free water conservation tools:

Happy #WorkingWednesday! OWASA is currently accepting applications for the following positions: 📝Board Clerk/Executive Assistant (closes in 2 weeks) 📝Utility Technician III (closes in 1 week) Visit owasa.attract.neogov.com to submit your application today and learn about our benefits and culture!

Visit tinyurl.com/owasacurrent... to read the full flyer!

You may have noticed changes to your OWASA bill this month: Your bill is slightly higher Your bill was accompanied by a flyer! This new info-flyer will keep you informed about OWASA. This edition explains how your bill is reinvested into the system that serves you every day.

A summary of the October 9 OWASA Board of Directors meeting is now available. Updates include: 📌Received update on $1.5 million installment from PFAS litigation 📌Approved agreement with Chapel Hill to expand wastewater system Visit owasa.org/owasa-board-... for the full summary.

We don't mean to brag but... OWASA's Wastewater Team received the Directors Award from the @awwa-official.bsky.social's Partnership for Clean Water, and their 15th Platinum Peak Performance Award from @nacwa.bsky.social. Congratulations to our Wastewater Team for your hard work and dedication!👏💯

OWASA's Community Relations Department had a blast volunteering with TABLE yesterday! We bagged food for 359 kids! Thank you, TABLE, for allowing us to help you feed children and families in need. Visit tablenc.org to become a volunteer or donate today! #DayofService

Its #WorkingWednesday! OWASA is currently hiring for the Utility Technician III position in our Water Distribution Department. This position helps lead OWASA's crews to ensure our system is running smoothly and our services are reliable. Visit owasa.attract.neogov.com to apply today!

OWASA's Board of Directors will meet this Thurs, October 9, at 6 p.m. Items on the agenda include: 📌Annual Comprehensive Financial Report 📌Review Jones Ferry Road Water Treatment Plant capacity 📌Update on Water Bill Relief Program Visit www.owasa.org/board-of-directors/ to access the full agenda.

It's #CustomerServiceWeek! 🎉🎉 This week, OWASA celebrates our amazing Customer Service Team who goes the extra mile to help our customers every day. Your kindness, patience, and dedication make all the difference — thank you for all you do! 💙👏

Just look at those smiles! 😁 #Selfie I think it's safe to say the OWASA crew had a great time at the Good Neighbor Initiative's Community Cookout yesterday. Thanks for having us! #CommunityCookout #GoodNeighborInitiative

Visit www.dailytarheel.com/.../universi.... to read more about the project.

If you've been on @uncchapelhill.bsky.social's campus recently, you may have noticed changes to the Manning Drive water tank... OWASA's been busy restoring this iconic symbol of Carolina pride and our special partnership with UNC.