Southern Section Current Events
02/25/26 - WWOA Southern Section Annual Meeting and Training Trinity Episcopal Church Hall, Charlott
WWOA Southern Section is pleased to announce its Annual Meeting and Training. The following class will be offered:
Troubleshooting Centrifugal Pumps - TRE 190-86-09: All Operators, All Superintendents (Non-Process), 7.5 hours (1.5X).
Description: Operators will be introduced to the basic troubleshooting skills needed when a centrifugal pump shows signs of failure. The course includes a review of basic hydraulic terminology and component functionality. Additionally, a study of a typical pump curve and a discussion of water, brake and motor horsepower will provide the operator with a background in centrifugal pumps and their operating principles. Troubleshooting typical centrifugal pump problems based on given symptoms will be covered in detail.
Registration will include continental breakfast and lunch catered by Randy's Ribs. WWOA Member registration is $40.00. Non-member registration fee is $65.00 and includes a 2026 WWOA membership. You must register no later than February 20, 2026.
Are you interested in serving WWOA Southern Section?
As a volunteer at the section level, learn about leadership, management and governance with this established organization.
For information contact the Southern Section: southern.section.wwoa@gmail.com
Southern Section Board
Southern Section Board consists of members that reside or work in the Maryland counties of Calvert, Charles or St. Mary's
Director: George Bacon, Charles County, MD
Past Director: Tom Spalding, Charles County, MD (Retired)
Director Elect: Tara Jones, WSSC Water, MD
Secretary: Kristy McAndrew, Charles County, MD
Treasurer: Danielle Phelps, Charles County, MD
Trustee, Charles County: Kenny Bays, Charles County, MD
Trustee, St. Mary's County: George Warring, St. Mary's METCOM, MD
Trustee, Calvert County: Donnie Bowen, Town of North Beach, MD
Southern Section Past Events
09/13/25 - Member Appreciation Event - Bushwood, MD
The Southern Section hosted a Section Membership Picnic at the 7th District Optimist Park in Bushwood, MD. The event, which drew over 50 members, their families, and friends, offered a perfect blend of delicious food, activities, and member interaction. Door prizes were awarded throughout the day and there was a 50/50 drawing. We look forward to next year's event!
08/13/25 - Training and Meeting - Chesapeake Beach, MD
Class: Excavation Trenching and Shoring Safety. TRE 7857-24-09: All Operators (Non-Process) 7 hours
Class: Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control. TRE Pending
01/29/25 - Training and Election Meeting - Hughesville, MD
Class: Aeration of Activated Sludge, BNR, and ENR Processes. TRE 4855-10-12: All Wastewater Operators and Superintendents (Process) 7 hours
Class: The Toughest Water & Wastewater Pump Applications. Course Codes 2/6/2541, 363-88-09, and 08/9/4334 (Process) 7 hours.
07/27/24 - Member Appreciation Event - Clements, MD
The Southern Section hosted a Section Membership Picnic at Bowles Farm. The event, which drew 75 members, their families, and friends, was a resounding success, offering a perfect blend of delicious food, activities, and member interaction. Bowles Farm provided a delectable spread including hot dogs, hamburgers, a selection of sides, and desserts. But what would a picnic in Southern Maryland be without steamed crabs, freshly steamed on-site by Robbie Newton of Hollywood, Maryland. Door prizes were awarded throughout the day and there was a 50/50 drawing. We look forward to next year's event!
01/24/24 - Training and Election Meeting - Hughesville, MD
Class: Chlorination Technology - TRE 5905-16-05: All Operators (Process) 7 hours. Justin Akers, Instructor
Class: Verifying the Water and Wastewater Process - TRE 4301-08-06: All Operators (Process) 7 hours. Mike Harrington, Instructor
11/15/23 - Training and Meeting - Hughesville, MD
Class: Applied Process Mathematics - TRE 6026-16-11: All Operators (Process) 7 hours. Dan Hamilton, Instructor
Class: Troubleshooting Centrifugal Pumps - TRE 190-86-09: All Operators (Non-Process) 7.5 hours. Tom Spalding, Jr., Instructor
05/24/23 - Training and Meeting - Chesapeake Beach, MD
Class: Chemical Treatment - TRE 6021-16-11: All WW; All IWW, All WT (Process) 7 hours. Bill Shreve, Sr., Instructor
Class: Emerging Contaminants - TRE 7046-21-7: All Operators (Process) 7 hours. Mike Harrington, Instructor