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COVID Infection Rate on the Rise
With the rise of COVID infections and hospitalizations, many states are looking at – or are currently activating - increased restrictions to help reduce the spread of the virus.
PHTA wants to remind you of the resources available on PHTACoronaUpdate.com, so that you can continue to educate your customers about the value of properly maintaining their pools and hot tubs in preventing the transmission of infectious diseases and helping maintain community health.
Key resources include:
Coronavirus Toolkit
Customer Messaging
State and Local Government Information
Please be sure to reach out to PHTA if you have any questions.
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Join PHTA for the Virtual Awards of Excellence Ceremony
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On Friday, November 20 at 3:00 p.m. ET, PHTA is hosting our annual Awards of Excellence ceremony. Register today.
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Fiberlite Umbrellas provide stress-free shade. These customizable umbrellas will never warp, rot or rust – even directly in the pool – thanks to a patented, all-fiberglass frame design, solid ribs, marine-grade fabric and an industry-best, five-year warranty. Cabanas, pavilions and pool accessories also available. 100% Made in the USA.
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.EDUCATION
How Can Color Make or Break Your Pool Design?
Join Feras Irikat from 6-9 p.m. CT on December 1, 3, 7, and 9 to learn how you can elevate your pool design with proper color selection.
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International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo Education Available Until December 13
ICYMI — the educational content from last week's Expo is available until Dec. 13. This includes carefully curated GENESIS sessions, focusing on topics in such as creating outdoor rooms that create serious FOMO; preparing for federal pool pump regulations; keeping you on the cusp of the latest design trends, and so much more! But don't wait too long…when the clock strikes Midnight, this deal is over. Login, or register for the first time, to gain access.
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.ADVOCACY
COVID-19 Updates
Maryland: Governor Larry Hogan (R) announced a series of actions to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Iowa: Governor Kim Reynolds (R) issued a new proclamation extends the public health mitigation measures that are currently in place.
North Carolina: Governor Roy Cooper has issued an executive order in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Jersey: This measure would the Governor to develop and implement a county-based mitigation plan to allow businesses to operate during a pandemic. Status: Hearing held on 11/12/20.
Nebraska: Governor Pete Ricketts (R) has announce changes to Nebraska's Directed Health Measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19
New York: This measure would exempt buildings from commercial rent taxes during the COVID-19 emergency. Status: Introduced into the Assembly on 11/6/20.
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Legislative Update
Michigan: This measure authorizes the creation of community swimming pool authorities, outlines the powers and duties of such authorities, and allows the authorities to levy taxes as needed. Status: Introduced in the House on 11/18/20.
Michigan: This measure would suspend the requirement for youth applications for employment to be done in person. Status: Hearing held on 11/12/20.
Massachusetts: This measure further defines employee. More specifically, this measure removes from the exemption from being considered an employee if the service is performed outside the usual course of the business of the employer. Status: Referred to study.
Massachusetts: This measure stipulates that an individual performing any service is considered to be an employee unless: i. The individual is free from control and direction in connection with the performance of the service, both under his contract for the performance of service and in fact; and ii. The service is performed outside the usual course of the business of the employer; or iii. The individual is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, occupation, profession or business of the same nature as that involved in the service performed. Status: Referred to study. Status: Referred to study.
Texas: This measure would require a study on the state renewable energy standard. The Public Utility Commission would be required to conduct a study on the feasibility of establishing a goal that 50% of generating capacity in Texas come from renewable sources by 2030 and 100% of generating capacity in Texas come from renewable sources by 2050. Status: Prefiled on 11/10/20.
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Waterco’s award winning MultiCyclone is a brilliant revolutionary filtration device that works on the basis of centrifugal water filtration. It captures 80% of the dirt load before it ever reaches the media filter and is designed with no moving parts and no filter media to clean or replace.
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Protector for the vendor in the pool and hot-tub industry! RBS Planet, Inc. will market your products and product lines through our established network. We would welcome the opportunity to show you how RBS Planet, Inc. can benefit your company by becoming part of your sales force.
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Regulatory Updates
Wisconsin: The Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection is discussing amendments to rules concerning safety, maintenance, and operation of public pools and attractions. Status: Meeting on 11/17/20.
Michigan: The Department of Health proposed amendments to the rule governing public pools. The amendments include operator training, pool user capacity, disinfection residual, use of cyanuric acid, rate of flow indicator, skimmers, lighting, signs, pool closure and other items. Status: Comments due 12/24/20.
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Local Updates
Greenwood Village, CO: On December 7, 2020, the City Council will consider the second reading of an ordinance that would adopt the 2018 version of the ISPSC.
Tybee Island, GA: On November 12, 2020, the City Council heard public comments on a proposed text amendment to the Municipal Code concerning swimming pool requirements.
Questions or input on any legislative, regulatory, or local matters should be directed to Jennifer Hatfield at jhatfield@phta.org.
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The proven alternative filter media — over 20 years of success with tens of thousands of installations throughout the world.
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Spa Electrics are the leading manufacturer of premium underwater LED lights. Introducing our award winning Atom Series, available for concrete, fiberglass and vinyl pools.The Atom features innovative solutions for installation and servicing. Powerful in performance, the ATOM Series can be used to illuminate even the largest pools with ease.
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PHTA UPCOMING EVENTS
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PHTA & ICC Present the International Swimming Pool & Spa Code
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GENESIS Virtual Training Color Theory & Its Application
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