Talk of the Towns Magazine Features Article from LaBella Engineers Alexander Retzlaff, PE, and Oliver Sugarman, EIT
“Navigating Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment: Common Municipal Challenges and Practical Strategies”
As communities grow and industrial activity evolves, many municipalities find themselves facing challenges with industrial wastewater pretreatment.
LaBella’s Water/Wastewater Engineer Alexander Retzlaff, PE, and Civil Engineer Oliver Sugarman, EIT, recently authored an article on the topic that was featured in the May/June 2026 issue of Talk of the Towns, a publication from the New York Association of Towns.
In their article titled “Navigating Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment: Common Municipal Challenges and Practical Strategies,” Retzlaff and Sugarman highlight the common challenges municipalities face with industrial wastewater pretreatment and outline practical solutions, including:
- Clear, usable procedures
- Monitoring and enforcement
- Proactive communication
- Consultant support
Thank you to the New York Association of Towns for featuring the article.