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Advanced Water Purification (AWP) is an innovative approach to ensure clean, safe, and sustainable water for Arizona communities by turning used water from homes into purified water. According to a recent press release from the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), the Governor’s Regulatory Review Council approved the state’s AWP rules, which will establish “a comprehensive regulatory framework that ensures the safe and reliable purification of treated water for potable use while supporting a sustainable water supply for communities statewide,” marking a major milestone in securing Arizona’s long-term water resilience. We invite you to attend this WRRC Water Webinar to hear from the leaders of Arizona’s three largest water providers about how their future water supplies will incorporate AWP to address ongoing water challenges in the state.
Troy Hayes oversees one of the largest potable water utilities in the United States. With over 1,500 dedicated employees, Phoenix Water Services treats and delivers high-quality tap water to 1.7 million customers throughout a 540 square mile service area. Phoenix Water Services provides wastewater collection and treatment services for 2.9 million residents in the Valley. Troy has been with the City of Phoenix for over 20 years, serving in a broad range of roles and responsibilities. Troy is a registered Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Arizona and Colorado.
Kevin Rose started with Scottsdale Water in the summer of 2017 and was promoted to Water Resources Administrator in March 2020. During his time at Scottsdale, Kevin has served as the Collections Manager, Water Services Director and has over 20 years’ experience in the water industry. Mr. Rose holds Grade IV certifications in Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Wastewater Collection and Water Distribution. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and Master of Science degree in Environmental Management, both from Arizona State University.
John Kmiec, is the Director for Tucson Water. His career spans more than 30 years with an emphasis on water resource management, utility leadership, aquifer storage and recovery, and water quality challenges. Throughout his career, and during his tenure as the Director of Marana Water, he amplified efforts to shape Arizona's long-term vision and policy about sustainable water supplies, water quality, and the principle that all water has value.