About the Advisory Committee
Enacted by
Senate Bill 156 in 2007, the Drinking Water Advisory Committee (DWAC) was created to advise and assist Drinking Water Services on policies related to the protection, safety and regulation of public drinking water in Oregon. Among the policies developed are
best management practices for water systems and suppliers.
According to Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 448.153, DWAC consists of 15 members (appointed by the State Public Health Officer) that serve three-year terms, meet at least four times annually, and represent served communities, advocacy groups and professional organizations.
Advisory Committee Members
The
State Public Health Officer appoints
15 advisory committee members for three-year terms. Individual
committee members represent served communities, advocacy groups and
professional organizations.
Community and Groups Represented Including the Following: