Long Island Water Conference, Rivkin Radler to Host 2nd Annual Symposium

Farmingdale, NY (September 11, 2014) – The Long Island Water Conference(LIWC), an Island-wide organization comprised of representatives and advocates from Long Island’s major public and private water suppliers, Rivkin Radler LLP, Long Island’s largest law firm, with regional offices in New York City and New Jersey, in partnership with Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone have announced that the 2nd Annual Long Island Water Quality Symposium will be held on Friday, October 10, 2014 at Carlyle On the Green in Bethpage State Park.

The symposium will bring together environmental experts, environmentalists, industry representatives, public officials and citizens to focus on the quality of Long Island’s water and what can be done to protect this most valuable resource. Topics will include the state of Long Island’s aquifer, sewers, funding resources, advanced water treatment and technologies, and local government initiatives.

“Our hope is that this symposium will raise the consciousness of all Long Islanders – businesses and residents alike – to protect one of our most important assets, our water resources. This symposium will distinguish Long Island as one of the finest places in which to do business and live,” said Rivkin Radler partner, William Savino. “By bringing together the public and leading experts, our goal is to not only define the problem, but identify solutions.”

“We are looking forward to another opportunity to engage with water professionals, elected officials and residents in a conversation concerning Long Island water,” said Mike Levy, Chairman of Long Island Water Conference. “We hope that we can uncover greater solutions for protecting our water supply, and continue to improve through effective changes to our current system.”

The event will feature introductory remarks from Suffolk County Executive, Steve Bellone,who will be later joined by Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano and a panel of elected officials who will address steps local government is taking to improve Long Island’s groundwater, surface water, and water treatment. The program includes a series of presentations by water industry experts, who will update attendees on the status of Long Island’s major aquifer, water pollution protection systems, proactive wastewater management and sewers.

“Addressing our nitrogen pollution crisis, evaluating the current state of our region’s water supply and restoring our coastal vegetation to protect our communities from future storm damage are all vital to the well-being and quality of life of the 1.5 million people in Suffolk County,” said Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. “I am proud to join the members of the Long Island Water Conference and Rivkin Radler LLP to further educate our residents and industry leaders on these vital issues, and to address the necessary steps that need to be taken in order to protect Long Islanders for generations to come.”

“There are few topics that are as important as safe drinking water. The quality of our water supply is vital to human health, wildlife and to our regional economies. With hurricane season upon us, this symposium is very timely, as Nassau County continues remediation efforts in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. I look forward to participating in this important event to inform county residents of our efforts to protect our water supply,” said Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano.

The symposium is open to all members of the public. Seating is limited and pre-registration is required. A confirmation email must be presented at the door. To reserve a seat, please email your request to: [email protected] by no later than October 2nd.