This informative symposium gathered Westchester County Executive George Latimer, other local leaders and industry experts from a discussion on the future of water reclamation in Westchester County. The day included panel discussions and expert presentations on relevant topics including the current state of the water infrastructure, opportunities to work together as a County to achieve cost savings and improved environmental outcomes, and exploration of the latest technologies and business opportunities related to water reclamation.

What? The Clean Water Westchester Symposium gathered industry experts and local leaders for a discussion on the future of water reclamation in Westchester based on public-private-partnership funding. With the attendance of decision makers such as George Latimer, Westchester executive, and Richard Thomas, Mayor Mount Vernon, this symposium indicated the importance of taking action to achieve cost savings and an improved water infrastructure in the County.

Why? Counties across the US are struggling to finance upgrades to their water infrastructure. Public-private-partnerships with the private sector taking on more and risk is key. The symposium was a unique platform for Kamstrup and DHI group to present their services to relevant stakeholders and how data-driven decision making is essential to improve waste water management, and water infrastructure in general.

Panelists/Speakers:

• Kristin Bell (Moderator), Chief of Staff, Center for Urban Innovation, New York City Economic Development Corporation
• Nancy Seligson, Supervisor of Town of Mamaroneck
• Peter McCartt, Director of Energy Conservation and Sustainability, Westchester County
• Joan McDonald, Director of Operations, Westchester County
• Aaron Gold, Managing Director, Argo Infrastructure Partners LLC
• Sara Goddard, City Council Member, City of Rye
• Richard Thomas, Mayor, Mount Vernon