The 2026 MWPCOA Scholarship will be awarded to two (2) dependents of an MWPCOA member or to MWPCOA members who either will be attending or is attending an institution of higher education (university, community college, or vocational/technical school). Each scholarship will consist of a $1,000 award. The deadline to apply is February 23, 2026. Application (pdf) |Continue reading “MWPCOA Scholarship Application”
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MWPCOA Members Engage in Collaborative Water Infrastructure Workshop
Members of the Mississippi Water and Pollution Control Operator’s Association (MWPCOA) actively participated in the Water Finance Exchange and Communities Unlimited infrastructure funding workshop held June 26, 2025, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. This vital event brought together a diverse group of local, state, and federal officials, alongside technical assistance providers and water sector experts, to discussContinue reading “MWPCOA Members Engage in Collaborative Water Infrastructure Workshop”
Message from the President
As President of the Mississippi Water and Pollution Control Operators Association, I’m reaching out to highlight the critical role you play in safeguarding our communities’ health and the environment. Your dedication ensures access to clean water and the preservation of our natural habitats. We’re more than an association; we’re a community of professionals committed toContinue reading “Message from the President”
Hill Awarded the MWPCOA Operator of the Year
Franklin Hill has consistently maintained the water system for the Town of Shuqualak, ensuring full compliance with the Mississippi Department of Health. Under his leadership, the town’s water system has not received a single violation. All inspections have consistently scored between 4.5 and 5.0. Each month, Mr. Hill collects the required water samples for theContinue reading “Hill Awarded the MWPCOA Operator of the Year”
Howard K. Williford Award Presented
Howard K. Williford was a pioneer in water supply, wastewater treatment, and pollution control in the south. Professor Williford’s knowledge of water and pollution control led him to foresee the need for waste treatment plants and the need to train people to operate these facilities. Prof. Williford was instrumental in developing the short courses inContinue reading “Howard K. Williford Award Presented”
Latch Wins MWPCOA Ed May Scholarship
The Mississippi Water and Pollution Control Operators Association is pleased to announce that Hayden Latch of Corinth is the recipient of the 2025 MWPCOA Ed May scholarship. Hayden is the son of Jennifer and Chris Latch (Chris is a water operator with the City of Corinth). Hayden graduated from Corinth High School with a 4.13Continue reading “Latch Wins MWPCOA Ed May Scholarship”
MWPCOA Scholarship Application 2025
MWPCOA is pleased to award two (2) $1,000 higher education scholarships in 2025. Applicants must be related to a current MWPCOA member or must be a current MWPCOA member. Scholarship applications must be received by Alan Barefield by April 15, 2025. Applications and supporting documents may be either mailed or emailed. Alan Barefield’s contact information is:Continue reading “MWPCOA Scholarship Application 2025”
MWPCOA 2024 Higher Education Scholarship Application
MWPCOA is pleased to award two (2) $1,000 higher education scholarships in 2024. Applicants must be related to a current MWPCOA member or must be a current MWPCOA member. Scholarship applications must be received by Alan Barefield by March 15, 2024. Applications and supporting documents may be either mailed or emailed. Alan Barefield’s contact information is:Continue reading “MWPCOA 2024 Higher Education Scholarship Application”
2023 Ed May Scholarship Recipients
Due to the generosity and support of the members, MWPCOA was able to award three higher education scholarships to member dependents at the 2023 Annual Conference held in Natchez. While the association typically provides two scholarships per year, the Board of Governors decided to award three scholarships for 2023 due to the outstanding applications thatContinue reading “2023 Ed May Scholarship Recipients”
August 2023 MWPCOA Wastewater Short Course gave operators access to 32 DEQ Sponsored Reg Hours
EMCC Communiversity near Columbus Mississippi was the location of a 4-day training event beginning August 21st for operators. Training was offered for Class I, II, III, and IV wastewater certification and CEU hours. Instructors were Mike McIntosh, Diane Schober, Payden Donahoe, and Nick Gatian. Attending operators were able to enjoy classes at the EMCC CommuniversityContinue reading “August 2023 MWPCOA Wastewater Short Course gave operators access to 32 DEQ Sponsored Reg Hours”