Topic: Understanding the WCA and Section 404 Alternatives Analysis Process

When: April 5th from 2 - 4 p.m. Forum starts at 2:30 p.m.

Where: In-Person and Online

Training Room at REI Bloomington (750 W American Blvd, Bloomington, MN 55420). Head to the shoe section at the back of store and take a right to double doors.

Online: https://wetlandprofessionalsassociationinc-721.my.webex.com/wetlandprofessionalsassociationinc-721.my/j.php?MTID=m92269dfcd37f6f7442304eb17bf9f864

Meeting number: 2630 920 0440

Meeting password: Parameters3!

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+1-650-479-3208 United States Toll

Access code: 26309200440

Cost: Free for WPA Members. $30 for nonmembers and $10 for students

Webinar Description: The alternatives analysis is one of the most fundamental aspects of the wetland permitting process, but it can also be one of the most frustrating to both new and experienced wetland professionals. Join panelists Chad Konickson of the U.S Army Corps of Engineers St. Paul District, David Demmer of the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources and facilitator Tim Smith as they break down, explain, and apply the alternatives analysis process embedded in agency rules and regulations. The discussion will focus on understanding the specific requirements of the Wetland Conservation Act and the Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting program relating to the analysis of alternatives as part of the sequencing process. Real world case studies will be used to illustrate important concepts and applications.

Speakers: Chad Konickson, USACE; David Demmer, BWSR; Tim Smith, Aquic Wetland and Stream Mitigation Strategies

Credits: 1.5 Hours in person OR 1.5 hours online, pending