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JULY 2026

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Members,

Here we are in July 2026, and I find it somewhat surreal to already be writing what will be my final newsletter message to you as President. To me, this year has flown by in a blur, and it’s hard to believe that this incredible experience is drawing to a close.

When I accepted this role, I did so with a clear resolve: to lead without fear or hesitation, to tackle critical issues and ambitious objectives head-on, and to rally the support needed from our Board to accomplish what at times felt like a daunting slate of tasks.

Let me happily say again: none of what we’ve achieved in these past several months would have been possible without the willingness of our Board and committees to roll up their sleeves and invest the hard work required to examine, design, and implement meaningful changes across our organization. I am deeply proud of the work we have accomplished together and confident that we are positioning the PWQA for continued success and relevance in our industry.

In the coming weeks, we will be unveiling some of our biggest and most ambitious initiatives yet, and we look forward to sharing these exciting developments with you as we boldly move forward together.

In closing, I sincerely thank you for giving me the opportunity and privilege of leading this organization over the past year, and I wish my successor, Norma Lara, every success and satisfaction in her upcoming term.

See you at the NorCal event on July 24 and our convention in September!



Best regards,



ADRIAN CAVLAN

PWQA 2025-2026 President

WQA Certified Water Specialist, CST

CA C-55 Water Conditioning Contractor

Lic. #1116195

adriancavlan@gmail.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

Join us on July 24 at our Host Sponsor, PACE Supply Corp's headquarters in Rohnert Park, CA for a day of education, networking, and collaboration featuring WQA-accredited training, expert speakers, and valuable water quality industry connections. We'll have Special Guest Speaker, Senator Christopher Cabaldon, California Senate District 3 presenting A Conversation on Legislative Priorities & Current Issues.

And, we'll network during Taco Truck Lunch and End-of-Day Happy Hour. RSVP now and let's meet!

EVENT SCHEDULE:

10:00 - 10:15 AM     

Welcome Address

10:15 - 11:00 AM     

The Challenges Of Treating Surface Water by Cliff Fasnacht, President Pacific Purification Inc.

11:15 AM - 12:00 PM  

A Conversation with California State Senator Christopher Cabaldon, District 3: Legislative Priorities and Current Issues

12:00 - 1:00 PM      

Networking & Taco Bar Lunch

1:00 - 1:45 PM      

Proper Field Practices for Water Testing & Sample Grabs by Brad Meadows, Operations Manager, SoCal Water Solutions and President, Meadows Lab Fundamentals

2:00 - 2:45 PM      

Field Best Practices and Lessons Learned Over 50 Years by Charlie Judson, Weeks Drilling & Pump Co.

3:00 PM           

End of Day Happy Hour

EVENT COST: Members: $25 per person • Non-members: $55 per person

Want to join this event for free? Take advantage of this SPECIAL NEW MEMBER PROMOTION:

If your company has never been a PWQA member, join now and receive complimentary admission to this event for up to two attendees. To help you sign up and join this event for free, contact the office at 626.283.4464 or email office@pwqa.org.

PWQA 69TH ANNUAL TRADE SHOW & CONVENTION

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

HAVE YOU SIGNED UP YET?

PWQA 69TH ANNUAL TRADE SHOW & CONVENTON

Date: September 23 - 24, 2026

Location: Rancho Bernardo Inn,

17550 Bernardo Oaks Drive, San Diego, CA

GOLF SEP 23 | EDUCATION SEP 23-24 | TRADE SHOW SEP 24 | INDUSTRY DINNER SEP 24

REGISTER NOW FOR EARLY BIRD SAVINGS!

Early Bird rates are available through JULY 31, 2026 and offer savings of approximately 20–25% off regular registration rates. Secure your spot today and take advantage of this limited-time offer before prices increase.

SPECIAL GROUP RATE: 20% OFF DISCOUNT!

This year, we are pleased to introduce a special Group Rate for both members and non-members. Register a group of three (3) or more attendees in a single transaction and receive 20% off each ticket. This offer applies to Full Convention and Education tickets only and does not apply to Industry Dinner tickets. When you purchase three or more eligible tickets in one transaction, the discount will be automatically applied to each qualifying ticket at checkout.

BECOME ONE OF OUR VALUED SPONSORS!

Thank you to these sponsors who have committed to support our 2026 Trade Show & Convention by becoming our valued sponsors! Your sponsorship not only showcases your brand to a wide audience but also plays a vital role in supporting our industry members and making this exciting event a success. Join us in creating an unforgettable experience!

EXHIBITORS, RESERVE YOUR BOOTH NOW WITH EARLY BIRD RATES!

Only 42 exhibit spaces are available for the 2026 PWQA Trade Show. Take advantage of Early Bird rates for members and non-members when you book by JULY 31. Premium booth locations won't last long, so reserve yours today.

New for 2026: The Trade Show is now a FULL-DAY event, giving attendees more time to visit exhibitors, network, and discover the latest products and technologies. Be sure to invite your dealers and customers to visit your booth from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 24.

RANDY POLLACK'S UPDATE ON GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS

Governor Newsom signed the 2026–27 state budget, which continues funding for the State Water Board’s SAFER Program.

The budget allocates approximately $92 million to the Safe and Affordable Drinking Water Fund—down from the previous $130 million annual allocation due to lower cap-and-invest revenues. While SAFER will continue supporting disadvantaged communities, small water systems, tribal systems, and domestic wells, the reduced funding level will be important to monitor as the State Water Board develops its 2026–27 expenditure plan.

The Legislature has completed policy committee hearings and is on summer recess until August 3. Upon returning, the Senate and Assembly Appropriations Committees will begin reviewing fiscal bills. All legislation must pass by August 31.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

MEMBER HIGHLIGHT

We're proud to share the WC&P Magazine feature on our PWQA Vice President and SoCal Water Solutions President, Norma Lara, highlighting her exceptional leadership, remarkable accomplishments, and the prestigious The Water Quality Association’s (WQA) Regent Award she recently received.

Her dedication and impact continue to inspire those around her, and we're honored to celebrate this well-deserved recognition.

Read the full article and learn more about Norma's inspiring journey HERE.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR PWQA COMMITTEES

We would love to have you on board!

We invite you to volunteer your time and expertise by serving on one of our committees. Whether you’re interested in leadership, outreach, education, or event planning, your support plays an important role in advancing our mission.

Committee opportunities include:

• Membership Committee
• Nominating Committee
• Awards, Marketing & Public Relations Committee
• Newsletter Committee
• Educational / Technical / Licensing Committee
• Legislative Committee
• Convention Committee
• Scholarship Committee

No matter your level of availability, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful impact. We encourage you to get involved and help shape the future of our organization.