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The National Rural Water Association (NRWA) represents approximately 26,696 public water and wastewater utilities in rural communities across the United States. On October 4, 51·çÁ÷ Staff and M&U Regional Representative Dick Smailes, Contractors Association of West Virginia member, met with NRWA and other national leaders to discuss opportunities for collaborative efforts with 51·çÁ÷ Chapters and members.  In 2009 and 2010, NRWA members will be working to administer $3.8 billion for construction, upgrades and expansions with Recovery Act funding provided through the USDA's Rural Utilities Service.  For assistance establishing contact with your State NRWA Chapter, please contact 51·çÁ÷ M&U Division Director Perry L. Fowler at fowlerp@agc.org or (703)837-5321.