Oregon Section ASCE-EWRG & APWA
Sustainable Stormwater Symposium
September 15-16, 2010
Call For Abstracts
at the World Forestry Center, Portland, Oregon
The Oregon Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers Environment and Water Resources Group (ASCE-EWRG) and the Oregon Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA) is proud to present the 2nd Sustainable Stormwater Symposium in Portland, Oregon, a national green infrastructure leader. The purpose of the Symposium is to provide stormwater professionals an elevated understanding of current stormwater planning, design, and implementation approaches.
An impressive line up of regionally and nationally known experts will present on a variety of innovative topics pertinent to the stormwater challenges of the Pacific Northwest including Robert G. Traver, PE, and Krista Reininga, PE.
Attendees will be immersed in Portland’s sustainable culture by experiencing a conference held at the World Forestry Center, and by visiting Portland’s nationally recognized green infrastructure by bike and pedicab.
Who Should Attend?
A wide range of individuals interested in the stormwater field are invited to attend including consultants, municipalities, state and federal professionals, researchers, equipment and technology vendors, and students.
Professional Development Hours:
Professional development hours (PDHs) for professional engineers and surveyors are available through the Oregon State Board of Examiners for Engineering and Land Surveying (OSBEELS). A form to document PDHs will be provided with the registration packet. Other professionals may appeal to their respective boards to obtain professional education credits.
Sessions (September 15-16, 2010):
The Symposium is organized into four sessions intended to concentrate on major elements of comprehensive stormwater management. The four sessions include:
- Stormwater Monitoring
- Stormwater Modeling
- Planning, Permitting, and Public Involvement
- Green Infrastructure and Case Studies
5th Annual ASCE-EWRG Willamette River Boat Tour – September 14, 2010 – 3:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The river boat tour will take place the evening before to the start of the Stormwater Symposium aboard the Sternwheeler Rose, a true replica of an 1870’s paddlewheel boat. This leisurely three-hour tour will begin in Oregon City and travel upstream to the Willamette Falls Locks, then downstream to the Clackamas River and further north as time permits. Invited speakers will give presentations on various topics related to the Willamette River. This tour will focus on the tremendous challenges faced by engineers, planners, and many other professionals who work to develop, regulate, clean-up, access, and preserve all of the functions of the river. Catering is provided and a no host bar is available for the duration of the cruise. There is plenty of seating inside and out on this two-level boat, with outside decks surrounding much of the perimeter of both levels. This will be the fifth year in a row for this very popular tour. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event. There is an additional $55 fee per person for attending the River Boat Tour. See the registration page to sign up.
Poster Session and Happy Hour (September 15, 2010 - 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM):
A poster session and happy hour will take place in the evening of the first day at the World Forestry Center’s Cheatham Hall. The poster session and happy hour will provide an additional opportunity for attendees to learn about specific stormwater technologies and projects, while networking among peers and colleagues. If you are interested in presenting a poster, Go to the Call for Abstracts Page to submit an abstract by August 20, 2010 or send an email to stormwater.abstracts@asceor.org.
Bike-BMP-n-Brew (B3) Tour (September 16, 2010 - 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM):
In the afternoon and evening of the second day of the Symposium, attendees will enjoy a true Portland experience by exploring the City’s many innovative green infrastructure facilities by bike or pedicab. This year, the tour will explore the east side of Portland. And, to end the event in true Portland style, our last stop will be to Coalition Brewing. The B3 Tour is included with the Symposium registration fee.
