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Mission Statement

The goal of the Customer Service Committee is to provide information, training, and networking opportunities to people in the Wisconsin water industry who work  in customer service and with the State regulatory agency, PSCW.  These opportunities are primarily provided through presentations at seminars on topics of interest which may include regulatory changes and issues, customer service or self improvement topics ,  as well as other issues.

Events and Meetings

"Customer Service: Everyday in Every Way" Customer Service Seminar
Crowne Plaza Hotel, Madison, WI - June 6th, 2007

Customer Service Seminar Bill Payment Options

Click here for 2008 Customer Service Seminar Brochure

2008 Customer Service Seminar Power Point Presentation

2007 Consumer Confidence Reports


2008 Customer Service Conference Summary

The annual Customer Service Seminar was help June 26 at Cabela's in Richfield. Participants learned that retail customer service is not that much different from utility customer service in a presentation by Darcy Clarke, the corporate trainer for Cabela's. Service with a smile and engaging the customer in meaningful conversation seem to be universal priorities. YOU are your company when you are on the phone.

Jane Zemlicka of the PSC explained how to work with in the law regarding eviction. Foreclosures, leases, and landlords. This is especially timely with the increased number of foreclosures. Jane also returned in the afternoon to explain using the taxroll as a collection tool.

Katie Rivett and Lisa Salo from the accounting firm of Clifton Gunderson LLC spoke about fraud, cash handling, and internal controls. They told about fraud they encountered and how it happened. It was a nice refresher on a important topic that does not get attention until it is a problem.

After shopping and lunch the group learned about office ergonomics and did some stretching exercises They then heard about some payments options and the PSC stance on fees associated with some options. The day was closed out with a presentation by Amy Vaclavik on the CCR (Consumer Confidence Reports) requirements. A CD with samples was handed out.

After door prizes and more shopping the participants were on the road again. The Customer Service Committee would like to acknowledge Badger Meter for their financial support of this seminar.

Committee Members
NAME POSITION COMPANY E-MAIL
Nancy Schauer   Shawano Municipal Utilities 715-526-7725
Cathy Brnak Chair Kenosha Water Utility 262-653-4312
Amy Lesnjak   Racine Water Utility     262-636-9435
Daniel Winkler   Lake Geneva Water 262-248-2311
Ruth Wisniewski   South Milwaukee Water 414-768-8070
Kent Taylor   Green Bay Water Utility 920-448-3480
Tony Averback   La Crosse Water Utility 608-789-7520

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