Become a Member

No-cost membership in NYWARN is open to all public and private water and wastewater systems operating in New York State. Applying is easy & simply download, print, then fill out the NYWARN Membership Form below and fax it to 315-455-2615. Once the information on this form is verified, an Authorized Official of the applying water/wastewater system must sign the Mutual Aid Agreement to become a NYWARN member.

What can NYWARN do for you?

To be eligible for federal grants and reimbursements before, during and after an emergency, all community water/wastewater systems need to:

• Adopt the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
• Support the development of interstate mutual aid programs.
• Integrate response at the field, local and state levels of government.

NYWARN helps you meet these requirements.

NYWARN Benefits

• No cost to participate.
• Increased planning and coordination.
• Makes it easier for you to access to specialized resources.
• One agreement gives you access to all member utilities statewide.
• Expedites arrival of aid.
• Consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
• Provides a current list of emergency contacts and phone numbers.
• Reduces administrative conflict.
• Avoids federal bureaucracy.
• Continued water/wastewater services for your community.