Frequently Asked Questions about 2012 Changes to ACWA News
Effective January 2012, ACWA's twice-monthly flagship newsletter, ACWA News, is published on a new schedule that includes one printed issue and one digital-only issue per month.
Q: What is the new publication schedule for ACWA News?
A: The first issue of each month is published in a digital format only and posted on ACWA's website. Subscribers receive an email with a link to a downloadable version of the issue. A member log-in is required to access the issue. The second issue of the month is printed and mailed to ACWA member subscribers as usual. It is also available digitally.
Q: Why was the publication schedule changed?
A: The change was approved by ACWA’s Board of Directors as part of the association’s 2012 budget. It will allow ACWA to reduce costs for printing and postage while still providing timely information to members and other key audiences.
Q: How can I get on the distribution list for the digital ACWA News?
A: If you are an ACWA member and would like to be on the distribution list for the digital issue of ACWA News, please go to http://www.acwa.com/form/acwa-news-onlineand complete the online form.
Q: Why is a member log-in required to view the digital ACWA News?
A: ACWA News has long been one of the benefits of ACWA membership. To preserve that benefit and ensure the digital issue is accessible only to members of the association, a member log-in is required to view it on the ACWA website.
Q. How do I get a member log-in to view the digital ACWA News?
A: To create a member log-in, please go to http://www.acwa.com/content/my-acwaand follow the steps provided to create one.
If you need assistance, please email Nikko Ambroselli, ACWA's web communications coordinator, or call 916-441-4545.
Q: Who receives the printed issue of ACWA News each month?
A: The printed issue of ACWA News is mailed to over 4,000 member subscribers each month. Subscribers generally include general managers, directors, members of ACWA’s Board of Directors, members of ACWA’s regional boards, and members who serve on ACWA committees. Due to budget constraints, it is not possible to expand the printed distribution beyond current subscribers at this time.
The digital version of each issue, however, is available to any ACWA member who would like to receive it. See the above-noted procedure to add your name to the distribution list for digital ACWA News.
Q: Is there a way to opt out of the print version all together?
A: Yes. As a “green” option, ACWA members will be soon be able to opt out of receiving a printed publication entirely. Further details on that option will be announced in the near future.
Q: What is the difference between the new digital ACWA News and ACWA’s eNews?
A: The digital ACWA News is a digital version of ACWA’s twice-monthly flagship printed newsletter. It features news and photos of ACWA events, policy issues, member news and developments in the legislative and regulatory arenas.
ACWA’s eNews is a weekly roundup of water-related news published in a brief, concise format and emailed to subscribers every Wednesday.
Q: How can I provide feedback on the new publication schedule and the digital ACWA News?
A: Members may direct questions and feedback regarding ACWA News to Cindy Nickles, ACWA’s publications editor, or call 916-441-4545.
