SAJB Meeting 9/26/13
Agenda, Meeting Minutes and Supporting Documents.
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Watershed Integrated System Dynamics Modeling
The WSU WISDM System Dynamics is an approach to studying and managing complex change over time for the SVRP Aquifer and Watersheds. It addresses internal feedback loops and time delays that affect the behavior of the entire system.
2012 SVRP Aquifer GSI Groundwater Flow Model
The 2012 SVRP Aquifer ground-water update and expanded model was commissioned by the City of Spokane, SAJB and the WA Department of Health Drinking Water. Based on the 2007 USGS modelling, it uses Microfem technology and a resolution that supports wellhead protection planning. John Porcello, Senior Groundwater Hydrologist at GSI Water Solutions, presented the model as a tool for wellfield-scale analysis as well as groundwater source management.
IWAC Meeting 7/9/2013
Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative Meeting 7/9/13 Agenda, Minutes, Handouts and Presentations.
IWAC Membership Invitation Letter
IWAC officers invite all water districts and water reclamation facilities to become IWAC members and send representatives to participate actively in this important regional dialogue. An IWAC Membership Invitation Letter which briefly describes IWAC goals and membership fees is available here.
Tour the Spokane Valley in 1997 Aerial Photos
View 1997 aerial photos of the Spokane Valley.
Keep Our Drinking Water Clean – Winning Posters
Keep our drinking water clean posters were created by students grades 2-6 in Spokane, WA for National Clean Drinking Water Week. The winning posters are included in this short video and featured the “Defender of the Aquifer” Aqua Duck.
Aquifer In a Cup Workshop – Summary
The Aquifer in a Cup Workshop is a 50 minute hands on science lesson provided by SAJB in partnership with KSPS. Kristen Zimmer guides the students through three phases of learning about the aquifer. This 8 minute video summarizes the lesson.
Aquifer in a Cup Workshop Spot
The Aquifer in a Cup Workshop is available to schools and community groups throughout Spokane County.
Turn Off the Water When Brushing Your Teeth
Aqua Duck encourages everyone to turn off the water when brushing your teeth. You will save 5 gallons of precious aquifer water every time you brush.
Choose EnviroStars Certified Businesses
EnviroStars certified businesses protect the SVRP Aquifer and Spokane River by properly managing hazardous wastes and conserving resources. EnviroStars is a recogition of their best management practices and environmental stewardship.
7/11/13 Screw Press Dewatering Class A Biosolids
HARSB Demonstration and class
Spokane Humane Society Parade of Paws 6/8/13
The Spokane Humane Society brought out 1,042 people, 701 dogs, 1 cat and 1 goat who crossed the 2013 Parade of Paws finish line!!!!! Not to mention Aqua Duck’s webs.
Gogh Green At Greenacres Elementary 5/22/13
Aqua Duck met lots of great families at the Greenacres Elementary Environmental Awareness and Recycled Art Event.
Clean Drinking Water – Poster Contest Winners
KSPS and SAJB sponsored a poster contest for National Clean Water Week featuring our Defender of the Aquifer, Aqua Duck. The winning posters were created by students grades 2-6 at the following schools: Assumption, Trinity and St. Mary’s Catholic Schools and SPS Dist. #81 Schools Grant and Logan Elementary. Congratulations to the winners.
SAJB Meeting 5/23/13
Agenda, Meeting Minutes and Supporting Documents.
Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative Goals
The purpose of the Idaho Washington Aquifer Collaborative (IWAC) is to work together to maintain and/or enhance water quality and quantity for present and future generations by developing management strategies which benefit the Spokane Valley Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer.
Public Comment – Environmental Performance Partnership Agreement
Public Comment period 5/1-6/1/2013
SAJB Meeting 4/25/13
Agenda, Meeting Minutes and Supporting Documents.
Waste to Energy Video
Learn how the Spokane Waste to Energy Facility turns trash into Energy.
3013 Arbor Day at Finch Arboretum
Aqua Duck celebrates Arbor Day and helps Spokane Mayor Condon plant a tree at Finch Arboretum.
UIC – Drywell Maintenance
Hazardous substances can be transported by storm water and impact our river and groundwater. You can help by cleaning out drywells (UIC) to keep pollutants out of our groundwater.
Aqua Duck Family & Friends
See how Aqua Duck has evolved and meet his family & friends.
Poster Contest – “Keep Our Drinking Water Clean”
Students grades KDG – 6th grade enter our poster contest in celebration of National Drinking Water Week and help Aqua Duck Keep Our Drinking Water Clean!
The Spokane Aquifer PREZI by Nathan Seppi
Watch This Now – The Spokane Aquifer PREZI by Nathan Seppi. This PREZI provides background on the formation of the Spokane Aquifer, its endangerment and how we can go about saving it. Be patient, it takes about 30 seconds to load but it is well worth the wait. You can click through it manually or…