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Stormwater Awareness Week Highlights: Thursday 11-14

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November 14, 2024

Today’s Stormwater Awareness Week presentations bring forward essential topics in stormwater management, from new updates to Washington’s stormwater manuals to effective training strategies and groundbreaking legislative insights. Join these informative sessions and connect with experts to stay current on the latest developments in stormwater compliance, investment strategies, and underground injection control.

Today’s Presentations

  • Western WA Stormwater Management Manual Overview
    Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Format: Online Presentation
    Overview: With the release of the 2024 Municipal Stormwater General Permits, Washington has also updated its Stormwater Management Manual for Western Washington (SWMMWW). This session explores the changes between the 2019 and 2024 versions, covering essential topics like New Development and Redevelopment Flow Charts, the nine Minimum Requirements, and updated Underground Injection Control (UIC) protocols. Ecology’s interpretations and the implementation timelines for Phase I and Phase II Permittees will also be discussed.
  • Stormwater Investments in Puget Sound
    Time: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Format: Online Presentation
    Overview: Discover how strategic stormwater policies, funding, and community initiatives are safeguarding Puget Sound. This presentation will highlight the Stormwater Center’s approach to addressing pollution, implementing green stormwater infrastructure (GSI), and fostering community engagement for sustainable practices. Topics like environmental justice, tribal considerations, and climate impacts are also part of this multi-faceted strategy.
  • Effective Staff Training for Stormwater Compliance
    Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM
    Format: Online Presentation
    Overview: As new stormwater permits emphasize staff training, this session will provide insight into meeting and exceeding compliance. Attendees will explore effective training strategies, new permit requirements, and tips to help organizations avoid common compliance issues. This is a must-attend for anyone looking to strengthen their organization’s approach to stormwater management.
  • Update on Legislation Related to Municipal Stormwater Permits
    Time: This presentation has been canceled but will be rescheduled soon
    Format: Online Presentation
    Overview: Join legal expert James Tupper of Marten Law for an in-depth look at recent legislative updates impacting municipal stormwater permits. With over 30 years in environmental law, James will share his expertise on water quality, permit compliance, and recent federal and state rulings affecting municipalities.
  • UIC for Stormwater Management
    Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM
    Format: Online Presentation
    Overview: Led by John Bhend, Washington’s Statewide UIC Coordinator, this session will cover the role of Underground Injection Control (UIC) systems in stormwater management. Learn about the latest UIC regulations, including those impacting well registration and compliance with both state and federal standards.

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