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Rural Development Water and Environmental Programs (USDA WEP) has consistently supported rural communities in completing necessary upgrades to their water and wastewater facilities. With WEP funding at risk, your voice is more important than ever. Pledge your support for USDA Rural Development Water and Environmental Programs, as they provide to rural water and wastewater systems that support public health, economic vitality, technical assistance, and affordability in communities across America.

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Our Services Include...

Circuit Rider Program

We have three Circuit Riders who each cover the entire state. Two positions are funded by USDA-Rural Development and one “State Circuit Rider” by MDE (Maryland Department of the Environment).

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Source Water Program

We provide a Source Water Protection Specialist who travels throughout the state to assist rural water systems to reduce or eliminate the potential risks to drinking water supplies.

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Wastewater Program

Our Wastewater Technician provides on-site technical assistance to rural municipal systems with populations under 10,000 and rural unincorporated areas within the state.

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Advocacy Support

We work closely with rural municipalities and provide advice on how to secure funding and determine potential impact of proposed regulations from State and Federal Agencies (MDE, EPA, USDA-RD).

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Training

MRWA provides professional training sessions that provide credit hours and cover a broad spectrum of topics. Classes are held online and in-person throughout the state.

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Apprenticeship Program

This two-year program is designed to train operators through both coursework and on-the-job, experience-based learning and will culminate in MDE certification.

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