Legislative Advocacy Week will help WUC build strong relationships with legislators, who make laws and regulations that govern the water industry. Just a few important reasons to participate:

• Increased awareness of the water industry, which could mean more funding and assistance.
• Increased credibility and capabilities of the water industry.
• A stronger network of water utility leaders in Indiana.
• You are the best advocate for the water industry, familiar with the health, economic and environmental benefits of clean drinking water in Indiana.
• There is no better way to have your views and concerns heard in the Statehouse then by having legislators hear first-hand from you.

How Advocacy Week works

WUC members will set up a meeting or event with their legislators. Legislators will learn about you, your concerns and how the water industry affects their constituents.

To participate:

• Invite your legislators to coffee or a meal.
• Give legislators tours of the facility and the opportunity to meet employees.
• Host a special event like an open house, facility tour, or grand opening. Ideas include:
  • SRF-funded project completion of a well, system, etc.
  • Grade school class tour of facility.
  • Employee recognition day.
  • Celebration of a milestone, such as customer satisfaction ratings, awards and special appointments, safety or efficiency accomplishments, etc.

Questions or ideas? Please contact John Hardwick (jahvwd@netnitco.net, 219-462-6174, ext. 302) or Beth Millett (bmillett@bjmpr.com, 317-631-6400).