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The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has a well-organized section of its website with an index of educational materials and templates on a variety of topics.

Many of its resources on the following topics in the three major categories are free:

Technical Tools:

• Distribution System
• Drinking Water Regulations
• Operator Training and Certification
• Water Rights

Managerial Tools:

• Asset Management
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Computer Email and Internet Applications
• Cross-Connection Control Program
• Emergency Response Plan
• Employee Management and Performance
• Job Descriptions and Organizational Chart
• Master Plan
• Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Manual
• Public, Customer, and Regulator Relations
• Record Keeping
• Source Water Protection Plan
• Water Board/Oversight Training
• Water Loss Tracking

Financial Tools:

• Budget
• Cash Flow Analysis or Financial Plan
• Cost of Service Study
• Financial Audit
• Funding Opportunities
• User Fee Review
• Water System Reserves

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