Agenda 06/26/2018 Item #16A 806/26/2018
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to approve the Collier County Planning Commissioner request for Board of
County Commissioners approval for payment to attend a function serving a valid public purpose.
OBJECTIVE: For the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) to declare a valid public purpose for a
Collier County Planning Commissioner to attend function/event and approve payment by the Clerk.
CONSIDERATIONS: Section 250-33(c)(3) of the Code of Laws (special act) provides: “(3) Members
of a planning commission may receive salary and such travel and other expenses while on official
business for the commission as are made available by the governing body for these purposes.” In
addition, Section 2-1160 of the Code of Laws (regarding the Planning Commission) provides: “The
members of the Planning Commission shall serve without compensation, but may be reimbursed for
such travel, mileage, and/or per diem expenses as may be authorized by the BCC.”
Section 106-1(f) of the Code of Laws (regarding the land plann ing agency) provides: (f)
“(f) Compensation. The members of the local planning agency shall serve without compensation but
may be reimbursed for such travel, mileage and/or per diem expenses as may be authorized by the
BCC. The BCC shall appropriate funds at its discretion to the local planning agency for expenses
necessary in the conduct of its work. The local planning agency may, in order to accomplish the
purposes and activities required by the Local Government Comprehensive Planning and Land
Development Regulation Act (F.S. § 163.3161 et seq.), may expend all sums so appropriated and other
sums made available for use from fees, gifts, state or federal grants, state or federal loans, and other
sources; provided, acceptance of loans or grants must be appr oved by the Board of County
Commissioners.”
The request is for the application fee of $560.00 for the event with no hotel or per diem costs as Mr.
Schmitt will be traveling to and from the event from his residence.
COMMISSIONER: Joseph K. Schmitt
FUNCTION/EVENT: Environmental Permitting Seminar
PUBLIC PURPOSE: It should be noted that the Collier County Planning Commission (CCPC) also sits
as the Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) which is an advisory board to the BCC. In accordance
with Section 2-1157 of the Collier County Code of Laws and Ordinances, Joe Schmitt was specifically
appointed to fill one of the two CCPC membership positions that are required to provide environmental
technical expertise. This provision specifically requires that these two CCPC members provide the
Planning Commission with technical expertise on environmental matters, and shall demonstrate evidence
of expertise in 1 or more of the following areas related to environmental protection and natural resources
management that includes the following:
Biology (including botany, ecology, zoology, etc.);
Coastal processes, estuarine processes, hazardous waste, hydrogeology;
Pollution control, solid waste, stormwater management, water resources, wildlife management,
or other representative area deemed appropriate by the BCC, with a Board preference for one
of these members with an expertise in biology and/or wildlife management, and the other with
an expertise in water and/or hydrology.
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As one of the two CCPC membership positions that are required to provide environmental technical
expertise, Joe Schmitt’s attendance at the subject Environmental Resource Permitting Seminar would
be in support of his activities on the CCPC/EAC. This seminar is comprised of 10 sessions. At each
session, there are 9 choices that provide insight into the regulatory, planning, and water supply
development programs of Florida’s five water management districts that include Collier County. Other
courses involve water resource development and water supply planning that can assist in developing
land use regulations for the County. This seminar will also include updates on environmental
permitting and enforcement that can have a direct bearing on the CCPC as the local planning agency
and in their role as the County’s Environmental Advisory Council. The relevant classes include the
following topics:
Linking Growth with Water Supply
Changes to FDEP and WMD Regulations and Polices
Land & Water Resource Management Tools
State Mandated Growth Management Policy Changes
Urban Infill Development and Loss of Urban Preserve Areas
Plans for Sea Level Rise
Growth and Water Supply Plans
It should also be noted that Mr. Schmidt is a self-employed consultant that does not do business in Collier
County.
DATE OF FUNCTION/EVENT: July 18, 2018 - July 20, 2018
FISCAL IMPACT: The application fee of $560.00 will be paid by the Planning Services Fund (131).
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, is approved as to
form and legality, and requires majority vote for approval. -JAK
RECOMMENDATION: To approve payment in accordance with Section 106-1(f) of the Code of
Laws, for Commissioner to attend a function serving a valid public purpose.
Prepared by: Raymond V. Bellows, Planning Manager, Planning & Zoning Division
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Environmental permitting course list Marco Island (PDF)
2. Environmental permitting course description Marco Island (PDF)
3. Environmental permitting schedule Marco Island (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.A.8
Doc ID: 5737
Item Summary: Recommendation to approve the Collier County Planning Commissioner request
for Board of County Commissioners approval for payment to attend a function serving a valid public
purpose.
Meeting Date: 06/26/2018
Prepared by:
Title: Manager - Planning – Zoning
Name: Ray Bellows
05/21/2018 6:55 PM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - Planning and Zoning – Zoning
Name: Michael Bosi
05/21/2018 6:55 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Growth Management Department Judy Puig Level 1 Reviewer Completed 05/22/2018 9:52 AM
Zoning Michael Bosi Additional Reviewer Completed 05/24/2018 8:50 AM
Growth Management Operations & Regulatory Management Kenneth Kovensky Additional Reviewer Completed 05/29/2018 1:36 PM
County Attorney's Office Judy Puig Level 2 Attorney of Record Review Skipped 05/24/2018 3:19 PM
Growth Management Department Thaddeus Cohen Department Head Review Completed 05/29/2018 3:47 PM
Growth Management Department James French Deputy Department Head Review Completed 05/29/2018 4:04 PM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 05/30/2018 8:29 AM
Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 05/31/2018 1:33 PM
Budget and Management Office Mark Isackson Additional Reviewer Completed 06/01/2018 10:22 AM
County Manager's Office Leo E. Ochs Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 06/14/2018 2:43 PM
Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 06/26/2018 9:00 AM
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10:30am — 12:10pm10:30am — 12:10pm TENTH SERIES OF COURSES
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** OVERVIEW AND UPDATES *
A. FLORIDA’S ENVIRONMENT, WATER POLICY, THE 2018 LEGISLATURE AND BEYOND
Absolutely the most current and reliable information available on what the 2018 Legislature passed
(or considered but failed to pass) and why; assessment of Florida’s changing political landscape with
respect to environmental and water policy issues; comprehensive preview of what’s expected with
respect to implementation of 2018 legislation with a look ahead to the 2019 session and beyond;
course designed for audience participation, so come with your questions for the panelists!
Instructors: Larry Sellers (moderator), Terry Lewis, David Childs, Jon Steverson
B. FLORIDA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE UPDATE: Policy and Planning for FLORIDA’S FUTURE
Receive an update from the Florida Chamber of Commerce on the Constitutional Revision
Commission. Hear the recommendations from the Florida Chamber Foundation’s once-a-decade
research report: Florida 2030. Instructors: Tony Carvajal, Chris Emmanuel
C. FDEP REGULATORY AND POLICY UPDATE
Always a timely and useful course to provide updates on the most current information and activities
with the Department of Environmental Protection which we feel will be of most interest to our
attendees; includes review and analysis of rules and policies recently adopted or under development
and related implementation strategies within both Tallahassee and District offices; key/practical tips
for all private/public regulated interests; course format designed for extensive audience participation.
Instructors: Bill Preston (moderator), John Truitt, Joseph Ullo, Alex Reed, Jeff Koerner
D. WMD PLANNING, REGULATORY, AND POLICY UPDATE
Excellent course designed to provide insight into the regulatory, planning, and water supply
development programs of Florida’s five water management districts; includes discussion of water
resource development and water supply planning; adoption and implementation of MFLs;
development of water reservations; Environmental Resource Permitting updates; second and
cumulative impacts; discussion of changes to water management district budgeting and cooperative
funding for water quality and water supply; and other emerging programs and issues; audience
participation encouraged. Instructors: Eric Olsen (Moderator), Nicolas Porter, Lisa Kelley, Brian Accardo,
Stephen James
E. ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING AND ENFORCEMENT UPDATE
Timely and informative update on permitting and enforcement procedures utilized by environmental
agencies; beginner to intermediate course; covers permits and permit renewals; construction and
operation permits; time limitations; monitoring; agency enforcement of permit conditions; fines and
other penalties; legal and ethical considerations; other emerging trends and issues including
legislative review of agency rules and ratification of proposed rules; audience participation
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Watson
F. FLORIDA ENERGY POLICY OUTLOOK
This course provides an overview and analysis of state and federal legislation and other initiatives,
rule changes, and litigation having a potential impact on energy policies and programs in Florida. The
panel will also discuss specific efforts related to electrical power plant siting and generation, pipeline
siting and development, oil and gas exploration and production, energy efficiency, alternative energy
development, alternative vehicle technologies, and the status of EPA’s Clean Power Plan. This course
is designed for extensive audience participation, so come prepared with your questions for this panel
of experts! Instructors: Paula L. Cobb (Moderator), Kelley Smith Burk, Brooke Lewis, Chip Day, Susan
Schumann
G. FEDERAL ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION AND ENFORCEMENT UNDER THE TRUMP
ADMINISTRATION Come listen and learn from a panel of experts as they discuss the latest changes
to federal environmental policies and regulation under the Trump Administration. This session
examines how the polices and roles of the federal agencies are changing across a wide spectrum of
issues such as enforcement, agency size, the extent of federal authority over wetlands and waters,
and climate change. The experts will also discuss how the regulated community, the state and
advocacy groups are responding to such changes including the potential for citizen
enforcement. These and other federal issues will be discussed by our well-informed panel. Come
prepared to listen, learn and participate. Instructors: Rafe Petersen (moderator), Jerry Stouck, Dan
Thompson, Larry Liebesman, Neal McAliley
** EMERGING ISSUES AND ADVANCED DISCUSSION **
H. STATE ASSUMPTION OF THE FEDERAL WETLAND PERMITTING PROGRAM
This panel of experts will discuss the status of Florida’s efforts to assume Clean Water Act, Section
404 dredge and fill permitting authority from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Topics will include
discussion of legislation; where DEP is in the process of negotiations with the EPA, Corps and federal
Services; which, if any, of the agreements are in place with the federal agencies and what they
provide; how Endangered Species Act authorization is to be achieved; and what issues are still
outstanding. Audience participation is encouraged. Instructors: Herschel Vinyard (moderator), David
Childs, John Truitt, Ryan Matthews, Mary Walker, Larry Williams, Tori White
I.&J. LAKE OKEECHOBEE AND THE ESTUARIES: A WATER MANAGEMENT BALANCING ACT
In its second year being offered, this panel is presenting on the very critical issues affecting Lake
Okeechobee and the Northern Estuaries. This year, the 2017 Legislature is considering various
options to solve and address water storage issues affecting Lake Okeechobee and the Northern
Everglades and Estuaries, including Senate committee meetings on this very critical and controversial
issue. This 2-part course of advanced discussion will focus on the latest issues facing the
management of Lake Okeechobee and the estuaries and their effect on water supply, water
resources, and environmental restoration throughout South Florida. The panel represents a diverse
cross section of government (federal, state, and local), private landowners, tribal entities, and
environmental and agricultural interests.
The panel will discuss how Lake management decisions affect their differing interests and obligations
and the varying issues that must be balanced to make effective decisions. They will focus on the very
latest developments affecting the Lake and estuaries, including the latest update from the
Legislature, applicable provisions of the Water Policy Bill, status of the Lake Okeechobee Regulation
Schedule, schedule for the Herbert Hoover Dike Rehabilitation, endangered species, latest studies
and status of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan projects and what can be expected
over the coming year. In Part II of this panel, the speakers will openly discuss the various options and
solutions for addressing the issues. Instructors: Luna Phillips (Moderator), Jennifer Reynolds, Brian
Accardo, Drew Bartlett, Ernie Barnett, Ana Upton, Michelle Diffenderffer, Larry Williams
K. PERMITS UNDER ATTACK: DEFENDING YOUR PERMIT FROM ALL CHALLENGERS
Permits, approvals, and other agency authorizations are critical to your company’s business. But
challenges in courts of law and public opinion are becoming increasingly common. These attacks
threaten to delay, derail, or undo your permitting effort. This course, again updated for 2018, is
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designed to help you navigate the steps you can and should take both to plan for and to defend your
permit from such challenges. It will include practical advice on how to successfully survive a permit
challenge, including identifying key vulnerabilities, building a defensible record, and other early steps
to help ensure the long-term success of your efforts. It will also cover defense of your permit in
administrative and judicial proceedings, as well as other settings. Audience participation is
encouraged. Instructors: Larry Curtin (moderator), Alan Krischer, David Weinstein, Tim Webster
L. TAKING LAND AND WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT TO THE “NEXT LEVEL”
To achieve Florida’s long-term resource management goals, land managers must use innovation to
increase efficiencies and improve productivity to ultimately enhance resource value. This timely and
informative course was requested by DEP to provide for an advanced discussion of how new data
and tools are being applied to meet or exceed resource management objectives. Audience
participation is encouraged. Instructors: David Clark (Moderator), Leonard Zeiler, Zach Pruzak, Kelly Sand
M. IMPLEMENTING GULF RESTORATION IN FLORIDA
Following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, Congress passed the Resources and Ecosystems
Sustainability, Tourist Opportunities, and Revived Economy of the Gulf Coast Act (RESTORE Act) that
provides one of many mechanisms providing funds for restoring the Gulf. Signed into law in 2012,
the Act has generated unprecedented funding for both ecological and economic restoration of the
Gulf Coast. Among the five affected states, Florida is unique with regard to the role of its 23 Gulf
Coast counties, as well as the large geographic extent of the coastline and the associated diversity of
coastal ecosystems and communities. This timely course will provide: an overview of the RESTORE
Act and other sources of funding; the disposition of the litigation and settlement; current and
projected funding levels available to Florida Gulf Coast counties; ongoing federal, state and local
government coastal planning efforts; the types of projects and programs and activities eligible for
funding. As the time has now come that funding is actually available, this course will provide the
viewpoints of key representatives from various stakeholders on projects and priorities as Gulf
restoration is being implemented. Instructors: Herschel T. Vinyard (Moderator), Doug Robison, Erin
Deady, Jim Muller, Amy Raker, Leslie Ames
N. EMERGING ISSUES IN ENVIRONMENTAL DUE DILIGENCE
Very informative discussion of emerging trends and issues that impact the environmental due
diligence process including changing arsenic and VOH standards, issues arising from foreclosures,
consumptive use restrictions and other regulatory challenges as may apply; practical considerations
in closing land transactions when there are unresolved issues and how to address those issues and
much more; audience participation encouraged. Instructors: Cristina Lumpkin (Moderator), Vince
Yarina, Kelly Eger-Smith, Kirby Stallings, Robert Stephens
O. WHO’S ROLE IS IT ANYWAY?
Completely redesigned for 2018, this course is an interactive discussion focused on the associated
regulatory requirements and techniques for ensuring sure and positive dialogue for communicating
with environmental regulatory agencies at the local, state and federal levels. Preparation,
organization, as well as an understanding of both the regulation and the processes, can go a long way
to facilitating a smoother and certainly more positive outcome. In addition to being technically
prepared, knowing the agency representatives, their role in the organization, and their scope of
authority can be as critical as having a thorough understanding of the applicability of the various
rules and regulations. Here’s your chance to interact with the panel, using real case studies, and
discuss which techniques were successful (or not) and receive expert advice from four instructors
who’ve learned these lessons. Instructors: Peter Partlow, Amanda Brock, Anna Long, Liz Johnson
P. RESOLVING PROPERTY RIGHTS DISPUTES
Improved for 2018! This course provides a basic overview of private property rights in florida. Specifically,
it discusses the basics of takings jurisprudence, the Bert J. Harris, Jr. Private Property Rights Protection Act,
and other limits on government action that affect private property. For both public and private parties, this
course provides a roadmap for avoiding property rights litigation. The course will also provide options for
resolving disputes including both litigation and options for creative alternative dispute resolution. Concrete
examples will be provided. Instructors: Mo Jazil (Moderator), Jake Cremer, Brian Bolves, Chris Emmanuel,
David Goldstein
Q. RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN PROPERTY RIGHTS
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This course discusses recent state and federal legal decisions, legislative proposals and enactments,
and anything else of interest to those who deal with the nitty-gritty of public and private property
issues. It is intended for the seasoned practitioner; however, all are encouraged to attend. Audience
participation is encouraged. Instructors: Kent Safriet (Moderator), David Smolker, Amy Boulris, Jim
Burling
R. STRATEGIES FOR AVOIDING LITIGATION UNDER NEPA, CWA, AND ESA AND UPDATES ON
EVOLVING REGULATIONS AND POLICIES UNDER THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION
Public and private sector projects located near wetlands, endangered species habitat or other
protected areas are often opposed by individuals and organizations during permitting proceedings as
well as in federal court. Effective permitting of such projects requires a grasp of the changes in the
requirements or enforcement of these federal laws under the Trump administration. This seminar
focuses on how to build a winning record and strategies for supporting or attacking permitting
decisions in the courtroom. This course is ideal for managers and consultants who work on large or
controversial projects involving wetlands, endangered species or protected natural
resources. Instructors: John Wharton (moderator), Mike Dennis, John Lesman, Kerri Bars
S. WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN BEING INSPECTED
This course was new for 2017 and is back by popular demand and updated for 2018! The star-
studded lineup of speakers includes a current FDEP Division Director, a former DEP Deputy
Secretary/Interim Secretary and a former DEP General Counsel! For regulated facilities,
environmental compliance inspections can often seem intimidating. Recognizing the “pop quiz”
impression of an inspection and the perceived business interruption, this panel will focus on
providing an understanding of the purpose and approach of compliance reviews and help facilities
effectively prepare for inspections to minimize impacts and maximize compliance. The panel will
provide an overview of the roles of the Florida DEP and EPA, components of multimedia compliance
monitoring programs developed for both agencies, a discussion of the State Review Framework, and
DEP’s approach to satisfying their compliance inspection objectives. With this background on the
structure, purpose and frequency, the panel will also present the latest national enforcement
initiatives, which are selected by EPA every three years. The panel will also discuss what inspectors
typically look for when performing a facility inspection and how environmental staff can best be
prepared for an inspection. From both an industrial and legal perspective, the presentations will
discuss best practices that environmental staff should follow before and on the day of the inspection
in order to ensure that year-round compliance is achieved, the department’s compliance objectives
are reached, inspectors’ needs are being met, all while minimizing undue stress on the regulated
facility. Instructors: Michael Ballenger (Moderator), Jennifer Smith, Stacy Watson May, Cliff Wilson, Fred
Aschauer
T. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: A SOLUTION TO IMPROVE QUALITY AND EFFICIENCY OF
GOVERNMENT SERVICES
Information Technology has changed the way we communicate, access information, entertain
ourselves and conduct commerce. But, how has the “IT revolution” affected the way government
agencies gather and share information and provide services? This panel explores the role for IT in
improving data quality, real-time access to information, and delivery of government services, such as
monitoring air quality, permitting new or expanded business, ensuring regulatory compliance, and
providing online tools for the public and regulated community. Panel members will also discuss how
upfront investment in IT solutions can lead to long-term improvements in data quality and increases
in operational efficiencies for the agencies and the businesses they regulate. Finally, the panel will
provide concrete examples of IT successes and insights into the next generation of needs and
potential solutions. Instructors: Katy Fenton, David Clark
U. A NEW EYE IN THE SKY: How Drone Technology is Advancing Environmental Assessment
and Monitoring
This course was new for 2017 and is back by popular demand and updated for 2018! Drone (aka,
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle or UAV) technology has impacted the world in a number of ways, providing
an effective resource to capture high quality video and aerial imagery. The ability of a drone to reach
inaccessible or otherwise cost-prohibitive areas has made it a valuable tool that provides on-demand
data that is fast, flexible and affordable. Used in combination with post-processing software, drone
imagery can be upgraded to create accurate 2D maps and 3D models for a myriad of products,
including topographic surveys, digital surface models, volumetric calculations and 3D models with
photorealistic textures. Since the Federal Aviation Administration has begun approving drone use for
commercial applications, the environmental industry is being rapidly advanced by the innovations
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provided by the use of drone technology. This session will explore drone technology and some of
these cutting-edge innovations that utilize drones to support environmental assessment and
monitoring. Instructors: Keanan Bell (Moderator), Brent Anderson, Shawn Gibbs, Brad Pekas
** GROWTH MANAGEMENT UPDATE **
V. NEW POLICY DIRECTIONS FOR GROWTH MANAGEMENT
It’s been 6 years since the Florida growth management process was fundamentally changed by the
Florida Legislature to modify the prior top down process. Is it working? For all players? Does it need
tweaking, and what is happening that is new and innovative at the state and local levels? This course
is updated every year to provide an overview of any new and upcoming legislation, emerging issues
and examples of local government innovation. Audience participation encouraged. Instructors: Nancy
Linnan (Moderator), Dan Delisi, Kerry Godwin, Val Hubbard
W. NAVIGATING THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF URBAN INFILL DEVELOPMENT
Once neglected, Florida’s cities are seeing a surge of urban infill development and redevelopment
due to a number of factors, including demographic trends and changing consumer preferences.
While urban infill development presents attractive opportunities for both developers and local
governments, it usually comes with a unique set of hurdles ranging from land use constraints and
environmental contamination to financing and lender issues. This course includes a panel of experts
to review the latest policies at the state and local level, present urban infill case studies and discuss
the pattern of issues commonly presented. The panel will focus on providing practical strategies to
overcome typical hurdles using creative, real-world examples. Bring your questions—this panel
encourages panelist collaboration and audience participation! Instructors: Jeff Collier (moderator), Tom
Lewis, Ken Tuma, Joe Ullo, Jeff Robbins
X. STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PERMITTING FOR DEVELOPMENT
Practical and informative course designed to address strategies for obtaining environmental and
growth management approvals for land development projects under Florida’s current laws and
agency practices; consideration of effects of recent legislation and administrative actions taken by the
Executive Branch; discussion of successful approaches to processing and obtaining environmental
permits from regulatory agencies, determinations of when to obtain the required permits and in
what order, and the level of specificity and procedural requirements of each agency. Course to also
cover tracking and managing activities for compliance with permit conditions, tips for gaining the
respect of regulatory agencies, and steps that should be taken to avoid costly enforcement litigation.
Audience participation is encouraged. Instructors: Cari Roth (moderator), Kim Woodbury, Dennis Mele,
Abbey Naylor
Y. WHAT’S AHEAD AND WHY—COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENTS OF
REGIONAL IMPACT
This update will cover any changes by the 2018 Legislature to comprehensive planning and DRIs, as
well as pending changes in growth management programs and policies; discussion of the future of
the regulation of DRIs, as well as large non-DRIs in Dense Urban Land Areas; evaluation of different
approval processes for large scale development; and examination of pros and cons of rescinding
existing DRIs. Audience participation is encouraged. Instructors:Gary Hunter (Moderator), Dave
Mechanik, Darrin Taylor, Donna Marie Collins
Z. TRANSPORTATION PLANNING: HOW DO WE GET THERE FROM HERE?
State, regional and local transportation infrastructure deficiencies and related transportation
mitigation costs can make or break development in Florida. Failure to address inadequate
infrastructure remains a significant hurdle to both developers and local governments. Join this panel
to learn what’s new in 2018 and how to maximize development potential while reducing mitigation
costs through cooperative funding, innovative traffic analysis, multi-modal applications, and other
innovative solutions. Instructors: Tara Duhy (Moderator), Adam Kerr, Ken Metcalf, Doug Skurski
AA. THE ECONOMICS OF SMART GROWTH IN SPORTS FACILITIES AND COMMUNITIES.
Provides an in-depth look at how sports facilities and public realm investments can create a
significant return on investment by creating “great places”. We will explore how the built environment
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of these great places spurs economic development and creates livable, sustainable communities
through case studies from around the Country. The discussion will include the implementation of
Complete Streets, Walkable Communities, Trails, Parks, and Art Hubs, as well as best practices that
are transferrable to all sports facilities and communities, large and small; audience participation
encouraged. Instructors: Rhea Law, Cecelia Bonifay, Raymond Lee
BB. STRATEGIZING, HANDLING, AND DEFENDING CLIENTS’ INTERESTS AT LOCAL QUASI-
JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS
This presentation provides both legal and practical insights into preparing for and managing local
quasi-judicial proceedings. It also provides insights on dealing with denials and challenges to your
client’s interests. This presentation will focus on strategic matters, provide useful tips, examine new
and developing legal issues, and address technical issues, particularly in traffic concerns and
challenges. Instructors: Chris Torres (Moderator), Randy Coen, Rick Melchiori, Aaron Dunlap
** SPECIAL COURSE SERIES ON AIR QUALITY, ENERGY, SUSTAINABILITY, AND CLIMATE
CHANGE **
CC. NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN AIR QUALITY REGULATIONS
This panel will provide an overview of major federal and state air quality legislation, rules, litigation,
and initiatives, with focus on how your normal business operations in Florida will be affected. This
timely and informative course will examine the impact of EPA’s SIP Call regarding startup, shutdown
and malfunction emissions and the wide-ranging implications of the National Ambient Air Quality
Standards for ozone and SO2. Other issues to be discussed include current state implementation of
other federal air rules, the latest developments regarding the CSAPR and EPA’s next transport rule,
EPA’s CO2 rules, EPA’s Appendix W air quality modeling guidelines, and a unique company-specific
perspective on how air regulations are impacting operations in Florida. This informative session is
designed to help you stay current on the latest rules and policies – Come prepared with your
questions for this panel of experts. Instructors: Robert Manning (Moderator), Jeff Koerner, Scott Osbourn,
Max Lee
DD. INTEGRATING LID INTO LOCAL GOVERNMENT STORMWATER PROGRAMS: A USERS GUIDE
Traditional stormwater BMPs can be land-intensive and tend to fall short of the nutrient load
reductions needed to protect our receiving waters. An expanded BMP toolbox improving on
traditional stormwater treatment practices and incorporating LID practices is needed to address this
problem. Local governments and some private developers are taking a leadership role promoting
LID. By working with developers, designers, and other community stakeholders, local governments
can effectively update Land Development Codes and adopt stormwater BMP design criteria to
encourage the use of LID and better protect water resources. Instructors: Clark Hull (Moderator), Marty
Wanielista, Steve Suau, Michael Hardin
EE. RESPONSES TO SEA LEVEL RISE AND CLIMATE CHANGE
Very timely and informative course designed to explore some of the projected impacts of climate
change on existing water resource management and regulation. The panel will provide an overview
of the current science of climate change with a specific focus on documented and projected impacts
in Florida. The discussion will identify current and future regulatory implications of sea level rise and
water supply and water resource management. Both Florida and national models will be discussed.
The speakers will identify emerging state and federal laws, policies, and regulations that address sea
level rise. This session will examine potential adaptation, mitigation and resiliency strategies to
protect future water supplies for people and the environment, including a discussion on
infrastructure level of service implications and anticipated hurdles to adaptation strategy
implementation. Instructors: Shane Laasko (Moderator), Erin Deady, Samantha Danchuk, Harvey Sasso
FF. LINKING DISASTER MITIGATION AND RECOVERY WITH CLIMATE RESILIENCY
This session will provide an overview of policies and regulations that link disaster management and
climate issues. The presentation will explore these linkages as well as room for improvement in
them. With major storms impacting Florida over the last two years, agency orders are also a policy
implication to be considered, both in short term response and long term planning factors. Case
studies will be presented that harmonize the concepts of planning for, or responding to, disasters
and incorporating aspects of future resiliency into projects. Finally, the session will also explore an
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important relationship with funding mechanisms, some of which provide dual benefits in the disaster
mitigation and recovery realm as well as flexibility to add components that address future resiliency.
Instructors: Patrick Krechowski (Moderator), Paul Tschirky, John Regan, Wes Rimes, Sidney Bigham
GG. FLORIDA’S RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECTS: UPDATES, OUTLOOK, AND CHALLENGES
Hear the latest on renewable energy projects and policy, with a focus on Florida. The panel will
discuss a wide array of topics touching renewable energy, including: federal and Florida trends in
development of renewables; federal and Florida policies and regulations impacting renewables, such
as tax and market incentives, and net metering, qualified facility, and avoided cost concepts; project
permitting considerations; and a review existing and future projects in Florida. If you have any
interest in renewable energy projects in Florida, you cannot miss this session! Instructors: Manitia
Moultrie (moderator), Malcolm Means, Matt Raffenberg, John Chibbaro
HH. ENERGY & AIR QUALITY POLICY AND REGULATION UNDER THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION
Over the last five years, EPA issued numerous rules and policies imposing new air quality
requirements on the energy sector, including the Mercury and Air Toxics Rule; pollutant transport
rules; revised ambient air quality standards; the startup, shutdown, and malfunction SIP Call, and the
Clean Power Plan. This panel will discuss the status of these and other rules under the Trump
administration. The panel will also provide a forecast of whether we are likely to see fewer, if any,
new requirements on this and related sectors. Finally, the panelists will discuss the impact to Florida
and its energy sector. With decades of experience between them, these panelists are sure to provide
key information and insights. Instructors: Angela Morrison (Moderator), Ken Kosky, Paula Cobb, Lila
Jaber
** FLORIDA’S WATER SUPPLY CHALLENGES: ISSUES AND ANSWERS **
II & JJ. EMERGING WATER SUPPLY ISSUES, INCLUDING AN UPDATE ON THE CENTRAL FLORIDA
WATER INITIATIVE
Advanced discussion of multiple issues including emerging challenges in meeting future water
demands; innovative water supply projects; meeting the conceptual costs of distribution and storage
of reclaimed water; legal and policy issues regarding the control of reclaimed water for future public
and private reuse; and regulatory challenges and innovative approaches to addressing these issues.
One such approach is the Central Florida Water Initiative (CFWI). The CFWI area covers all or part of
five central Florida counties, includes portions of three water management districts, the Florida
Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, as well as several regional public water utilities,
landowners, local governments, agriculture and various other stakeholder interests.
Part I of the course will explore innovative water supply projects that are emerging around Florida,
including the CFWI, and the role of utilities and other significant water users now and into the future.
Part II will explore how Florida will be meeting future water supply needs via new or alternate funding
and public acceptance of new technologies: For example: How will recent developments in the
implementation of the Florida Land and Water Conservation Amendment impact future water
supply? How do we engage the public and improve awareness of future water supply needs? Here’s
your chance to listen, learn, and participate during this “must attend” course.
Instructors: Craig Varn (moderator), Ed de la Parte, Roger Sims, Stephen James, Brian Armstrong, Ann
Shortelle, Beth Ross, Jennifer Brown, Stephen Memberg
KK. Regulatory and Technical updates and case studies for Aquifer RECHARGE, Aquifer
Storage and Recovery, and Underground Injection Control
This panel will discuss the current status and issues involving Florida’s underground injection control
(UIC) regulatory program that authorizes the injection of fluids into underground formations. The
panel will focus on the expanded use of aquifer storage and recovery and aquifer recharge projects
involving potable, surface water/stormwater reclaimed water to enhance water supplies. The use of
exemptions and variances to obtain UIC approvals for these projects will be examined. The panel will
discuss recent legislative changes that may help to reduce the permitting complexity of these
recharge projects and any regulatory changes that are needed or which may be forthcoming. Issues
and impediments to obtaining UIC authorizations for deep well disposal of waste streams will also be
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discussed. Come prepared to listen, learn, and participate! Instructors: Mike Condran (moderator), Eric
Olsen, Mike Coates, Jeff Greenwell, Mark McNeal
LL. LINKING GROWTH WITH WATER SUPPLY AVAILABILITY
Discussion of integrating regional water supply plans of local government with the plans and projects
of water utilities through a prescribed planning process requiring cooperation between water
management districts and local and regional water management districts and local and regional
water utilities; regulatory incentives for the development of alternative water supplies; financial
assistance for utilities; linking the growth management plans of local governments with the plans and
projects of water utilities; applying the principles of consistency with concurrency as set forth in
Florida law and implementing rules. Audience participation is encouraged. Instructors: Segundo
Fernandez (Moderator), Mark Farrell, Rey Malave, Victor Castro, Robert Beltran
MM. MINIMUM FLOWS AND LEVELS: FLORIDA’S NEXT GREAT REGULATORY CHALLENGE
To prevent significant harm to the water resource, the water management districts must adopt
minimum flows and levels for waterbodies and groundwater according to an annual priority list. If
the waterbody does not meet, or is projected not to meet, the adopted minimum flow or level, the
district must adopt a recovery or prevention strategy. Going through this process, the water
management districts have found that many waterbodies are below their established minimum flow
or level and thus require a recovery or prevention strategy. Some districts are re-evaluating their
minimum flows and levels to see if they were set correctly. Minimum flows and levels and their
associated prevention or recovery strategies can affect water users by causing cutbacks on existing
sources, forcing development of alternative water supplies, and forcing participation in aquifer or
surface water body recharge projects, in each case creating general uncertainty. This course focuses
on the process by which minimum flows or levels are developed and adopted, while also identifying
where minimum flows or levels are already in place or are scheduled for adoption in the future, how
water users are impacted, and what you can do to protect your water uses. Instructors: Doug Manson
(Moderator), Mike Register, Terrie Bates, Hugh Thomas, Jennette Seachrist
NN & OO. EMBRACING WATER SUPPLY SUSTAINABILITY: THE CRITICAL ROLE OF ALTERNATIVE
WATER SUPPLY AND REUSE
As Florida’s demand for water grows, the water pie must also grow in order to satisfy these future
demands. While conservation is an important tool, states must incorporate reuse as a source of
water to meet growing needs and protect against environmental degradation. Is it time to recognize
that there may be better uses for reuse water than residential irrigation? Is Florida ready to accept
indirect or direct potable reuse? Is the future for reuse related to aquifer replenishment? Join us for
an intriguing discussion on the policies needed to advance reuse in the Sunshine State including a
discussion on 2018 legislation, the Potable Reuse Commission, upcoming regulatory activities,
national reuse activities, direct and indirect potable reuse, end-users’ concerns, while also
highlighting successful projects and future projects such as regional aquifer replenishment.
Instructors: Laura Donaldson (Moderator), Chuck Drake, Stephen James, Randy Brown, Lynn Spivey, Kerry
Kates, Mandi Rice
PP. USING PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS TO SOLVE FLORIDA’S WATER CHALLENGES
Florida is faced with significant water shortages projected to be an estimated 2 billion gallons per day
by 2025 unless proactive action is taken. Florida is also confronting significant water quality
challenges, including meeting recently enacted Numeric Nutrient Criteria, TMDLs and restoration
targets. How can the private sector help public entities with these issues? Part of the solution may be
the development of long-term contractual arrangements between public utilities and private land
owners in the storage, production, reuse and treatment of water. The panel will discuss advantages
and difficulties in developing public-private partnerships, recent legislative changes at the state and
federal level, and success stories in meeting Florida’s future water needs. This is a very timely and
highly recommended course! Instructors: John Fumero (Moderator), Jack Fiveash, Pat Lehman, Ernie Cox,
Ansley Marr
QQ. SEPTIC TANK POLLUTION: CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS
In Florida, where nutrients, eutrophication and water pollution are well-publicized issues, significant
state and water management district funding is being provided to replace septic tanks. Much of this
money is being used to install sewer mains to connect residences to central wastewater treatment
plants. Publicly owned and operated wastewater collection systems are expensive and complex
projects to design and build and require ongoing fees for operation and maintenance. Extending a
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public wastewater collection system to every home with a septic tank would be prohibitively
expensive and take decades to accomplish. So, what other options are available? This panel of
experts will present the state of the “septic tank replacement” industry, including a recently published
report by the Florida Water Environment Association that examines a number of emerging options
and case studies from around the state. Come prepared to ask questions and engage in an
interesting and timely discussion of this important topic. Instructors: Rep. Katie Edwards (Moderator),
Drew Bartlett, Terri Lowery, Scott Forrester, Dale Jenkins
** SPECIAL COURSE SERIES ON WATER QUALITY **
RR. NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN WATER QUALITY PERMITTING
Extremely informative course includes timely updates on new ways the Department of Environmental
Protection and EPA are addressing water quality issues; also includes basic as well as advanced
discussion on water quality discharge permitting, whether from industrial, domestic, or other
discharge sources; emphasis on current agency practices, and updates on pending legal changes;
emerging water quality issues affecting industry, regulations and the general population; excellent
course designed for extensive audience participation. Instructors: Tim Atkinson (Moderator), Ric
Fraxedas, Bruce Nocita, Ken Watson, Erin Reed
SS. INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS TO STORMWATER MANAGEMENT
This course was introduced in 2017 to provoke “outside-of-the-box thinking” and is back by popular
demand! Our panel of experts will examine many unconventional and some entirely new approaches
to managing stormwater! While Florida was a pioneer in the regulation of stormwater – dating back
to the establishment of the MSSW program in 1972 – are we too focused on regulation today and
missing an opportunity to once again be a pioneer? If we started over today with a blank sheet of
paper, how should we address stormwater management? How would we better target and fund it?
How do we incentivize harvesting stormwater for water supply? How would “stormwater credit
trading”, stormwater “co-ops”, or a “cap and trade” system work? Might we do better in springsheds?
This panel will examine a number of “mission-driven”, rather than “regulatory-driven”, alternatives to
our current system of stormwater management, and the audience should come prepared to
participate in what is sure to be a lively and thought-provoking discussion! Instructors: Rick Renna
(Moderator), Carl Spirio Mark Thomasson, Shayne Paynter, Tom Frick
TT & UU. IMPLEMENTING FLORIDA’S NUMERIC NUTRIENT CRITERIA
After the many years of research, evaluation, debate, and litigation, numeric nutrient criteria are now
being implemented. This course now focuses on the science of dealing with NNC and current
experiences around the state. Implementation will generate significant business opportunities for
consulting firms in the biological and engineering fields and laboratories (not to mention law firms).
We have reserved an ample amount of time at the end of the course to answer questions, and
engage in an informal give-and-take among the audience and panelists. This is not a course for the
uninformed. Your course “text” will be DEP rules and documents governing the implementation of
numeric nutrient criteria. Your instructors will discuss these rules with their strengths and weakness
and potential pitfalls for permittees. There will be opportunity for exchange among panelists and
audience during this highly technical, 2-part course designed to explore and provide an update on
this extremely significant rule and how all affected parties are dealing with the numerous scientific,
technical and legal issues involved in the application of NNC in Florida.
Part I – Status of DEP Implementation of NNC. Status on streams, lakes, estuaries and coastal areas;
Status of implementation in South Florida, including the Northern Everglades; Role of EPA, DEP and
water management districts.
Part II – Implementation and impacts on permitting; procedure for dealing with artificial conveyances
and impact of NNC on various permits and approvals; unique aspects of implementation in South
Florida; dealing with NNC issues in permits that may involve springs, lakes, streams, estuaries and
coastal areas; use of biological metrics; protection of downstream waters under state rule; use of
WQBELs and SSACs for NNC; new case studies and the latest techniques for evaluating NNC.
Instructors: Terry Cole (Moderator), Dan Hammond, Tom Frick, Tony Janicki, Doug Durbin, Dave Tomasko
VV. NUMERIC NUTRIENT CRITERIA FOR STORMWATER; EMERGING ISSUES
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This course will present background on numeric nutrient criteria (NNC) and related constraints and
opportunities for integrated stormwater management solutions. Speakers will present both
engineering and agency perspectives and case examples. This extremely important course will
explore one of the least understood and perhaps the most challenging aspect of NNC compliance.
Come prepared to ask questions and engage in an interesting and timely discussion of this important
topic. Instructors: Matt Coglianese (Moderator), Gary Serviss, Patrick Shearer, Tom Frick
WW. COMPREHENSIVE WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
This course is redesigned for 2018! The panel of experts will provide an in-depth examination of
agency emphasis on watershed management as a means of comprehensively integrating a variety of
planning and regulatory programs currently implemented by DEP and water management districts;
these include TMDLs, stormwater, NPDES, PLRGs, Water Quality Credit Trading, and both structural
and non-structural floodplain planning and management; practical considerations; organizing
stakeholders; discussion of need for statutory changes as well as changes to current agency
practices. Audience participation encouraged. Instructors: Debbie Madden (moderator), Steve Lienhart,
Ann Redmond, Mark Ellard, Tom Frick
XX. USE OF WETLANDS FOR STORMWATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT
Wetlands can provide for natural, low-energy and environmentally beneficial water quality
improvement. This exciting course describes the history, regulations, progress and prospects in
treatment wetland science and engineering in Florida and includes: a summary of Florida’s unique
Wastewater Application Rule (Ch. 62-611, FAC); a detailed overview of stormwater treatment wetland
design and benefits, with pertinent case histories of wetlands providing water quality treatment,
recharging aquifers, and creating high quality wetland habitat; an overview of the world’s largest
treatment wetlands, the Everglades Stormwater Treatment Areas, that summarizes findings of the
Science Plan on wetland performance and optimization; and case histories illustrating recent
advances in natural treatment technologies that minimize area requirements while intensifying
performance. Audience participation is encouraged. Instructors: Jim Bays, Larry Schwartz, Chris Keller,
Angelique M.K. Bochnak
YY. FLORIDA NPDES UPDATE
Update on procedural and substantive considerations in permitting under NPDES program including
stormwater; new regulatory developments including numeric nutrient criteria; program
administration; case law update; enforcement and citizen suits; additional compliance considerations;
how to interpret complex regulations; examples of industrial and construction applications;
implementation of stormwater NPDES; MS4 program; current agency practices; emerging trends and
issues; audience participation encouraged. Instructors: Winston Borkowski (moderator), Robert Potts,
Thomas Amidon, Kurt Spitzer
** WETLANDS PERMITTING AND MITIGATION **
ZZ. THE ESSENTIALS OF OBTAINING AN ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PERMIT: THE NUTS AND
BOLTS OF ERP PERMITTING
This course will provide a detailed and in-depth breakdown of all aspects and components necessary
for the environmental professional to obtain an ERP permit in an efficient and effective manner. This
course will take the audience through all the steps in the review and issuance of an ERP permit
including an administrative permit challenge. In addition, the course will discuss how new and
proposed rules and policies are affecting the permitting process. Learn from this highly-experienced
panel all of the essential criteria and policies, including wetland and mitigation requirements,
stormwater requirements, water quality and administrative and legal requirements critical to finalize
a permit. This course is a must for environmental professionals who want to understand all aspects
of ERP permitting to better represent their clients and deliver efficient results. Audience participation
encouraged. Instructors: Luna Phillips (moderator), Shannon Ruby Julien, Tim Rach, Michelle Hopkins, Pam
Fetterman
AAA. EMERGING ISSUES IN ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PERMITTING This extremely
informative and timely course combines the legal principles of ERP permitting, incorporating recent
changes in policy and rulemaking, with practical tips for achieving compliance, and avoidance of
process “pitfalls” from the viewpoint of both regulators and practitioners. The panel presentation will
be free-flowing with considerable audience participation led by lawyers and scientists from the public
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and private sectors. The course assumes a working knowledge of the ERP process and criteria, and it
is intended to examine emerging issues that make or break applications, including those subjected to
the extraordinary scrutiny of an administrative hearing. Course will also examine what the recent
changes and new issues means for ERP applicants. Audience participation encouraged. Instructors:
Amelia Savage (Moderator), Shannon Gonzalez, Michelle Reiber, Julie Sullivan
BBB. FEDERAL WETLANDS PERMITTING UPDATE This excellent course provides the latest updates
to the Army Corps of Engineers’ Section 404 (Clean Water Act) and Section 10 (Rivers and Harbors Act)
permitting process, including best practices for navigating through their complexities. Our panel of
experts will feature step-by-step analysis of the ACOE permitting process including illustrative case
study examples; emphasis on the key components to enhancing the speed of the application process;
and avoiding pitfalls and other time sinks in order to obtain a favorable ACOE decision. This advanced
course is designed for active audience participation. Instructors: Todd Sumner (Moderator), Mike
Drauer, Tom Roberts, Tori White, Brian Farrar
CCC. WETLAND JURISDICTION METHODOLOGY: A STATE AND FEDERAL UPDATE
This course was significantly redesigned for 2017 and is back by popular demand! If you want to
know precisely how wetland jurisdiction is determined, and the subtle and not so subtle differences
between Florida’s uniform statewide wetland methodology and Federal wetland methodology, this is
your course! This carefully designed panel discussion will analyze state and COE wetland jurisdictions,
making use of comparisons and contrasts as appropriate; covers application of vegetation, soils and
hydrologic indicators in determining presence of wetlands using state and COE methodologies;
covers altered and non-altered sites; emphasis on practical application and dispute resolution;
examples and case studies will be discussed. You will also hear the latest updates on wetlands law
and regulation at the federal level, including the status of recent and ongoing legal challenges, any
new guidance or policy put forward by the new Administration, and what they could mean for
development in Florida. This course is designed for extensive audience participation. Instructors:
Mike Dennis (Moderator), Ed Murawski, Tim Perry, Mike Nichols, Steve Currie
DDD. THE NEW UMAM: PROPOSED REVISIONS TO FLORIDA’S UNIFORM MITIGATION
ASSESSMENT METHOD
Florida’s Uniform Mitigation Assessment Method (UMAM) is the primary method by which regulatory
agencies determine the amount of mitigation necessary to offset impacts to wetlands and other
surface waters and the number of mitigation credits to be assigned to a mitigation bank. This course
is a double session focusing on proposed revisions to the UMAM rule. According to their website, the
DEP intends to revise the UMAM rule to achieve more certainty and consistency across the state
while still accounting for each region’s diverse ecological communities. The goal is a more
streamlined and straightforward UMAM rule that is easier to use on both ends – easier for the
citizens or businesses applying UMAM and for the agency staff processing the applications. This
course will provide a variety of perspectives from a panel of expert UMAM practitioners who have
been active in the efforts to revise UMAM. Audience participation is strongly encouraged to provide
constructive input to the Department regarding progress thus far and any further improvements
which may be necessary. Instructors: Clark Hull (Moderator), Penny Cople, Shannon Gonzalez, Ed Cronyn
EEE. PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION AND MITIGATION
BANKING
Environmental mitigation in Florida is trending toward greater use of mitigation banks, while onsite
mitigation remains a viable option in fewer and fewer instances. This carefully designed course will
address practical considerations and the selection of mitigation options, including economics, liability
issues, and long-term management requirements. This very informative course will make use of case
studies and legal analyses to provide insight into evolving agency practices in this area. This course
should leave you well informed on the opportunity and obstacles of using mitigation to satisfy the
requirements of obtaining a permit at the state, regional or local level. Excellent course designed for
audience participation. Instructors: Beverly Birkitt (Moderator), Kelly Sands, Bill Kerr, Susan Martin, Clif
Payne, Victoria Colangelo
** COASTAL PERMITTING AND STATE SOVEREIGN LANDS **
FFF. SOVEREIGN SUBMERGED LANDS AND AQUATIC PRESERVES
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This informative course has been redesigned for 2018! Come listen to a panel of experts as they
provide an overview of the latest changes, emerging issues and challenges with regard to DEP’s
proprietary authority over state-owed submerged lands. The course includes a comprehensive
update on which lands are considered “sovereign”; the latest trends in determining the boundary
between public and private lands in the permitting process; recent enforcement actions on lands
where DEP believes the submerged lands are sovereign and where the upland landowner also claims
ownership of the same submerged lands; recent developments regarding balancing the rights of
riparian waterfront owners versus the public interest consideration in state-owned submerged land;
and a discussion of special permit conditions, considerations and procedure and practices in
requesting authorization to use sovereign submerged land for private uses. Course designed for
extensive audience participation. Instructors: Andy Baumann (moderator), Matthew Butler, Tim Rach,
Amelia Savage
GGG. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE COASTAL MARINE ENVIRONMENT
So your proposed marina development is located over state owned, Sovereign Submerged Lands, or
in an Aquatic Preserve. How do you navigate the additional hurdles such as considerations over
highly protected marine resources, greater limitations on project size or scope, limitations or even
prohibitions on dredging, and a potential visit to the Governor and Cabinet. Come hear from this
panel of experts on strategies for project design, successful interaction with DEP staff, the Division of
State Lands and navigate the process of gaining approval for your project from the Governor and
Cabinet. Instructors: Kevin Hennessy (moderator), Spencer Crowley, Scott Woolam, Tim Rach, Danielle Irwin
HHH. COASTAL CONSTRUCTION CONTROL LINE PERMITTING
Development within the dynamic and sensitive coastal beach environment requires a special permit
from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. This course examines the regulatory
framework and practical aspects of Coastal Construction Control Line permitting for beachfront
structures and activities. Covers current agency procedures and practices with respect to structure
siting and design, including respective responsibilities of state and local agencies; emerging agency
policy; special permitting considerations for storm impact planning and emergency response,
including appropriate use of coastal armoring structures. Always a timely and informative course.
Instructors: Deborah Getzoff (moderator), Christy Brush, Darwin Stubbs, Alex Reed
III. SEAGRASSES AND MANGROVES
This session will address the types of permits (CCCL, ERP, JCP) that apply to marine-related projects
and includes presentations on how the ecology and biology of Florida’s seagrasses and mangroves
drive the reality of regulatory responses; what restoration options and assessment strategies are
available; the challenges of the permitting process, particularly with respect to UMAM assessments
for seagrass impacts and mitigation; permit/mitigation compliance; and restoration site selection,
techniques, and monitoring in the context of the regulatory environment. This course provides
excellent coverage of a very complex subject. Instructors: Ed Steinmeyer (Moderator), Mark Fonseca,
Ray Dennis, Jennifer Smith
JJJ. BEACH RENOURISHMENT AND NEARSHORE HARDBOTTOM
Beaches are a valuable resource in Florida, as they provide storm protection to upland infrastructure,
nesting habitat to sea turtles, and recreational value to tourists and locals. Since development has
interrupted the natural littoral drift of sediment along Florida’s coast, and effective bypassing is not
occurring at all inlets, it is necessary to nourish these sandy beaches on a recurring basis. Important
aquatic resources are located immediately offshore of many sandy beaches in Florida. This session will
present the types of aquatic resources located offshore; methods for offshore ecological monitoring; impact
avoidance, minimization, and mitigation; and environmental permitting challenges. Comre prepared to
explore the intertidal and subtidal ecosystems! Instructors: Wayne Flowers (Moderator), Erin Hodel, Penny
Cutt, Jennifer Bistyga
** IMPERILED SPECIES **
KKK. FUTURE DIRECTIONS FOR SPECIES MITIGATION AND CONSERVATION BANKING
This panel will provide the latest information on Candidate Species Updates, State and Federal
current and future mitigation policies related to species, and the implications for both public and
private infrastructure projects. Course covers new mitigation policy related to species impacts for all
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USFWS agency actions under both the CWA and ESA. Discussion of updated Imperiled Species Action
Plans. Get the latest information and hear the discussion on the implications for Florida. Instructors:
Sheri Lewin (Moderator), David John, Jennifer Goff, Dave Hankla
LLL. & MMM. EMERGING ISSUES AFFECTING CONSERVATION OF FLORIDA’S IMPERILED
WILDLIFE SPECIES, INCLUDING POTENTIAL IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON WILDLIFE
COMMUNITIES
Never have the costs and risks of conservation been so high nor the opportunities for establishing a
new conservation vision for Florida as great as they are today. No less than a dozen landscape-scale
wildlife and habitat planning programs are currently being implemented collaboratively in most cases
by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, US Fish and Wildlife Service, other
regulatory agencies and conservation organizations. These initiatives generally involve development
of state-wide management plans for high profile wildlife species, implementation of a revised state
listed process for imperiled wildlife species, habitat identification and ranking analyses for
preservation under projects that include the Conservation Cooperative Blueprint and the Peninsular
Florida Landscape Conservation Cooperative, best management practices for wildlife on agricultural
lands and consolidation of regulatory processes. Each of these programs has potential to profoundly
affect the ways we conserve listed species and the habitats upon which they depend. They also will
affect each of us in our responsibilities as regulators, land managers and consultants. Additionally,
there is a possibility that changes to our climate may be affecting Florida’s terrestrial and aquatic
wildlife communities. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has taken the time to
study this issue and will come prepared to present its surprising findings, with commentary from
other scientists with expertise in this area. The presenters in this session will provide salient
overviews of these programs and issues with information regarding how to participate and acquire
additional information. Instructors: Doug Rillstone (Moderator), Colleen Reilly, Austin Carroll, Jeff Collier,
Gisele Colbert, Anabel Lereculeur, Dylan Larson
NNN.&OOO. AGRICULTURE: THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF OUR FARMLANDS TO WATER, WETLANDS
AND WILDLIFE
Florida agriculture has a significant role to play in meeting the food production needs of a growing
world population—and an equally important role in environmental stewardship. This course will
discuss strategies, best management practices, and conservation techniques that can be used by the
Florida agricultural community in the use and management of agricultural lands and water to ensure
that the agricultural operations have all available presumptions of compliance with state water
quality standards and wildlife regulations. Agricultural Best Management Practices (BMPs) for water
quality are practical, cost-effective actions that agricultural producers can take to conserve water and
reduce the amount of pesticides, fertilizers, animal waste and other pollutants entering our water
resources. BMPs are designed to benefit water quality and water conservation while maintaining or
even enhancing agricultural production. Likewise, Agricultural BMPs for Wildlife represent practical
steps to avoid accidental impacts to state imperiled species while not impeding agricultural
operations. The Agricultural Exemption Binding Determination process undertaken through FDACS
can provide certainty as to whether activities planned or already undertaken on agricultural lands are
exempt from the requirement to obtain an Environmental Resource Permit. This course will include
information on the protections afforded by Florida’s Right to Farm Act, the latest information on
water supply planning on agricultural lands, water quality and wildlife BMPs, practical tips on the
binding determination process, and wetland and wildlife conservation strategies on agricultural
lands that can minimize environmental impacts and avoid permitting requirements. This is unlike
any other panel—you will not want to miss it! Instructors: Susan Stephens (Moderator), Stan Posey, Bill
Bartnick, Jennifer Goff, Dave Hankla,Valerie Seidel
PPP. THREATENED AND ENDANGERED SPECIES IN THE MARINE REALM
Extremely timely and informative course will “cover the bases” from NEPA to permitting; critical
environmental issues including Johnson Seagrass, ESA protected marine species and essential fish
habitat, sea turtles, and marine mammals; use of UMAM and HEA for determining mitigation
requests; examples of lessons learned in dealing with and applying federal and state requirements to
seaports, beach renourishment, and coastal development; discussion of emerging issues. Audience
participation encouraged! Instructors: Penny Cutt, Bill Precht, Mary Jo Barkaszi, Karla Reece
** WASTE MANAGEMENT AND SITE REMEDIATION **
QQQ. CHANGES IN RECYCLING…
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Florida will face many challenges on how it recycles in the future. The state has a very ambitious 75%
recycling goal by 2020 (as measured by weight) and missed the benchmark of 60% for 2016. Should
Florida consider another measurement tool tied to an environmental metric to count recycling in the
state? The Hinkley Center for Solid and Hazardous Waste is currently studying other options. In
addition, China has placed a ban on the import of many previously recycled materials, along with a
severe restriction on incoming contamination in the recycling stream, so Florida needs to concentrate
on reducing contamination or “garbage” in commercial and residential recycling. This session will
focus on the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s report to the legislature; how Florida
plans to address the contamination issue; what the China “National Sword” means to recycling efforts
across the country, and an update on the Hinkley Center study. Instructors: Keyna Cory (moderator),
Dawn McCormick, Gene Jones, Tim Townsend
RRR. FLORIDA SOLID WASTE REGULATION UPDATE AND A LOOK AHEAD
Florida has long been one of the nation’s leaders in effective waste management and recycling
programs. Some sources predict Florida’s population to top 26 million residents by 2040. How will
the State address the waste management demands of these additional 6 million citizens? Can
Florida’s status as a national leader continue in the face of such a rapid increase in population? Hear
this panel of experts address a wide range of waste management regulatory issues and forecasts
including Florida’s progress and remaining challenges in meeting its current 75% recycling goal by
2020, “recycling” of former waste disposal areas into productive land uses, industrial solid waste
disposal and recycling challenges, and effective waste tire management in the face of the continuing
Zika threat. Instructors: Mike Petrovich (Moderator), Brian Moore, Steve Tilbrook, Joe Ullo
SSS. & TTT. FLORIDA BROWNFIELDS: A COMPREHENSIVE TECHNICAL, REGULATORY, AND
LEGAL UPDATE
This panel will examine the current state of regulatory and financial incentives as well market
dynamics, financing considerations, and other concerns that help private developers and local
governments collaborate to overcome the risk, limit the liability, and manage the cleanup costs
associated with taking title to and redeveloping contaminated sites. Specific examples of successful
and profitable projects and the community benefits they create will be discussed. A comprehensive
discussion of applicable Florida and federal rules and best management practices will be presented
by a leading panel of Florida experts who will also provide a replicable, scalable, and easy-to-follow
path for private development principals, local government planners, lenders, and other brownfield
stakeholders. After this class, attendees will be well-positioned for success. Instructors: Michael
Goldstein (Moderator), Mike Schackne, Maribel Nicholson-Choice, Robyn Neely, Janet Peterson, Brad Tompa,
Joe Ullo, Rick Burgess, Richard Carman
UUU. ANALYZING CRITICAL STATE ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES: WHAT IS BEYOND THE HORIZON
IN CONTAMINATED SITE MANAGEMENT AND CLOSURES?
The State of Florida is a national leader in managing contaminated sites and the last few years have
brought substantial change to its policies and its programs. This panel will discuss and bring their
perspectives in analyzing the critical issues of today and the future. Subjects under discussion will be
management of contaminated media in land redevelopment, institutional controls, application of
pesticides to agricultural lands and the misunderstood Statutory “exemption” on the legal application
of pesticides to agricultural lands, release of Consent Orders and assignment to a new entity, effects
of recent CERCLA changes on State programs, upcoming Statutory proposals, and several other
subjects of critical importance to lawyers, consultants, landowners, and policy makers. What are the
risks -physical, legal, political, and regulatory of these issues to their clients? How to assess those
risks? Attendance to learn from these instructors has been standing-room only the past several years
and we anticipate a lively panel discussion by instructors that are not only in the forefront of these
issues but also will give concise and to-the-point analyses. Instructors: Jorge Caspary (Moderator), Ron
Noble, Laurel Lockett, Frank Hearne, Al Malefatto, Howard Nelson
VVV. RISK BASED CORRECTIVE ACTION UPDATE
The last year has seen further significant changes in the implementation of risk base corrective
actions in Florida. This panel of experts will recap the implementation of recent legislation, policy
changes and rule development, revisions to the depth of contamination in the application of direct
exposure soil cleanup target levels, and examples of new Land Use Controls for Airports and Ports.
Rulemaking for Chapter 62-780 and the Institutional Control Procedures Guidance (ICPG) are finally
completed, and the Contaminated Media Forum (CMF) is tackling new cleanup target levels. With
everything going on in the world of RBCA, you cannot afford to miss this course! Come prepared to
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participate in a lively and informative discussion! Instructors: Ralph DeMeo (Moderator), Jim Oliveros, Joe
Applegate,Steve Folsom, Peter Cornais
WWW. RBCA PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS AND CASE STUDIES
This course presents specific-cases where the evolution of RBCA and Institutional Controls has been
applied. Case studies will focus on the approach taken by responsible parties on achieving site
closures by means other than a restrictive covenant. Part of the class will be on recent developments
in achieving site closures using a probabilistic risk assessment. A must-attend, up-to-date, timely, and
informative course on a hot topic designed for active audience participation. Instructors: Carl Eldred
(Moderator), Eddy Smith, Nick Albergo, Jeff Peters, Tom Lewis
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12:10pm — 1:30pm12:10pm — 1:30pm LUNCHEON
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5:30pm — 6:30pm5:30pm — 6:30pm OPENING RECEPTION Exhibit Hall
7:30am — 8:30am7:30am — 8:30am CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST Exhibit Hall
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10:10am — 10:30am10:10am — 10:30am REFRESHMENT BREAK Exhibit Hall
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1:30pm — 3:10pm1:30pm — 3:10pm SEVENTH SERIES OF COURSES
3:10pm — 3:30pm3:10pm — 3:30pm REFRESHMENT BREAK Exhibit Hall
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JULY 19, 2018Day 3: Thursday
JULY 20, 2018Day 4: Friday
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CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST Exhibit Hall
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10:10am — 10:30am10:10am — 10:30am REFRESHMENT BREAK Exhibit Hall
10:30am — 12:10pm10:30am — 12:10pm TENTH SERIES OF COURSES
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