When it comes to wastewater treatment, small governmental units such as cities and townships face many complex issues. EcoCheck specializes in assisting Homeowners Associations (HOAs), Environmental Subordinate Service Districts (ESSDs), Cities, Counties, Townships, Utilities, and other owners develop methods to implement successful wastewater management policies and procedures. EcoCheck provides many services that facilitate the financing, planning, construction, and start-up of a community water or wastewater system with a long-term solution in mind. EcoCheck helps small communities find wastewater infrastructure options that are affordable. Small communities often benefit from our reliable wastewater services through outcomes such as increased property value and a stronger economy.

• Long-term financial planning. EcoCheck provides assistance on billing, and offers many options on how to structure billing rates for community sewage treatment systems. We can also help governments identify alternative operational solutions that reduce long-term replacement costs. EcoCheck's financial planning services help small governments maintain GASB34 compliance. Monthly rate planning is a crucial component of risk management; the difference between a rate structure that protects homeowners and one that can require a special one-time assessment can be as small as $3.00/month.
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• Regulatory reporting and compliance. EcoCheck ensures that engineering designs are in compliance with regulatory permits, before, during, and after the system is constructed. We provide regulatory reports that comply with reporting requirements at the county and state level.
  Example year-end report

• Operations and maintenance (O&M) for system. The Association is responsible for maintaining the water and/or wastewater system. Having a knowledgeable operator for your water or wastewater system protects homeowners from environmental liability. EcoCheck also provides regulatory reporting, sample collections, preventative maintenance and operations of the system through MPCA trained and certified operations staff.

• Training of Local Operators - EcoCheck provides training to local operators to assist them in obtaining the proper experience to qualify for state certification exams. Our customized training plan program identifies the unique operational needs of the system to prepare operators for future independent operation. EcoCheck is commonly in touch with operators who have been trained to ensure systems are operating as intended and to assist in troubleshooting.

• Troubleshooting Services - EcoCheck is commonly consulted with to assist in troubleshooting decentralized wastewater treatment systems. Because EcoCheck's vast operations experience with multiple technologies, we are requested to assist owners in identifying problems and identify solutions.
  Sample troubleshooting correspondence

• Engineering plan reviews and due diligence. EcoCheck staff assists cities and townships in reviewing community sewage treatment designs. We review and comment on engineering plans and specifications, taking into account long-term operation and maintenance of the system. In doing this, EcoCheck helps local governmental units minimize long term costs to their citizens. Sample System Review

• Rate hearings and ordinance establishment. EcoCheck works closely with township and county officials to hold rate hearings, and works with your attorney to establish protective ordinances for your community.

• Construction observation. Quality construction is a key component of any successful water or wastewater system. EcoCheck provides construction observation services to ensure that your treatment system is constructed according to the engineering design.

• 24/7 emergency service. EcoCheck is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to handle any emergencies that may arise. Having an operator who can respond quickly to emergency situations minimizes the potential for property damage and environmental non-compliance.

• Educational seminars. EcoCheck provides informational seminars to regulatory agencies, attorneys, industry professionals, and wastewater inspectors on how to effectively manage onsite water and wastewater resources.

• Resources. EcoCheck is a leader in the field of decentralized wastewater management and planning. We produce articles and presentations for local and national conferences.
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