Vegetated Stormwater Facilities 2025
Schedule
Thu Jan 30 2025 at 08:00 am to Fri Jan 31 2025 at 04:45 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center (ELC) | Oregon City, OR
About this Event
When:
Lecture:
- Pre-class video made available via Moodle
- Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025 (8 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.)
Site Evaluation & Practice:
- Friday, Jan. 31, 2025 (9 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 1 p.m.-4 p.m.)
*Alternate Adverse Weather Date: In the event of adverse weather conditions, the Site Evaluation & Practice portion of class on Jan. 31st may need to be rescheduled. Please block off the following times in your calendar in case rescheduling is necessary: Feb. 7 (Fri.) 9 a.m. – Noon & 1-4 p.m. (Note: you would be rescheduled for one, not both of these times.)
Location:
Environmental Learning Center at Clackamas Community College, Oregon City Campus and online video to be watched before class (approx 1.5 hour).
Workshop Description:
Professional Credit: Clackamas Community College, 1.27 CEU; 12.7 CEH; Award of Completion will be provided.
This workshop will provide an overview of vegetated stormwater facilities (bioswales, raingardens, etc.), how they function, management considerations, and strategies for long-term viability. Participants will learn about regulatory requirements, such as record-keeping and inspections, and learn how to evaluate and properly maintain the plants and other system components. The intended audience includes landscapers, regulatory inspectors and public works/stormwater maintenance personnel. The field portion of class includes practice inspecting a facility, identifying problems, record-keeping and communication with the customer.
Lunch is provided on January 30th only.
Ticket Options:
- Standard ticket $220
- Student/AmeriCorps $110
Reduced Pricing: We have a limited amount of funds available that can reduce the cost of your registration by 30% for those eligible. These dollars are for those with limited resources. If you are interested in applying, please select the "Apply for Reduced Pricing" ticket and we will follow up with you.
Instructors:
- Todd Blossom, Owner and operator of Blossom, a full-service landscaping company, certified in permaculture design
- Kate Forester, Licensed Landscape Architect with 16 years of experience in natural resource management
- Rob Livingston, Technical Services Specialist, Watershed Protection Division, Clackamas Water Environment Services
- Brian Monnin, Engineer III-Stormwater Permit Coordinator, City of Camas
- Gail Shaloum, Technical Services Coordinator, Clackamas Water Environment Services
Refund Policy:
Cancellations are allowed up to 1-day prior to the start of class, however, refund amounts vary based on when you notify us of your cancellation.
• >14 days prior to event: Full refund, excluding Eventbrite fees
• 1-14 days prior to event: 50% refund
Please contact [email protected] if the cancellation is due to illness or family emergency. We will work with you on a case by case basis, and may be able to apply your registration fee toward a future workshop.
Thank you to our program sponsors and partners: Clackamas Water Environment Services, City of Camas, and Herrera Environmental Consultants.
Where is it happening?
Clackamas Community College Environmental Learning Center (ELC), 19600 Molalla Avenue, Oregon City, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 220.00