The Recycled Water Advisory Network concept emerged as a way to ensure and encourage ongoing stakeholder involvement without demanding the time commitments of a standing committee or constraining participation to a select few. The MWMC will facilitate Network communications through web-based information sharing and discussion boards, personal communications, and survey opportunities, as well as occasional in-person gatherings when appropriate.
The advisory network will have no formal governance authority. Rather, as its name suggests, it will serve in an advisory capacity, providing expertise and feedback in a range of areas. Furthermore, as a network, it will facilitate the gathering of ideas and sharing of information, but not require any formal action on behalf of its participants. The advisory network will offer a range of functions, including:
- A sounding board to respond to proposed ideas
- A special interest group that offers thought leadership on recycled water issues
- A think tank to provide expert advice on specific project issues and challenges
- An ambassador program to promote the project and serve as advocates
- A stewardship group with a shared environmental purpose
- A stakeholder group that has a dedicated interest and investment in the recycled water project
- An advisory council to connect community input to the MWMC