The Washington, D.C-based Water Partnership Council has released a handbook for municipal officials that offers guidance on establishing and managing public-private partnerships for water and wastewater projects. Based on interviews with 30 community leaders and industry experts, the handbook covers the basics of partnering and cost savings, as well as taking care of employees and developing effective contracts. To obtain a copy of the handbook, call (202) 466-5445 or visit www.waterpartnership.org.