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Clackamas Community College - Vegetated Stormwater Facilities Workshop
Thursday, January 30, 2025, 8:00 AM to Friday, January 31, 2025, 4:45 PM PDT
Category: Industry Events
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Vegetated Stormwater Facilities Workshop January 30-31, 2025
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When: Lecture: Thurs. January, 30 | 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. (In-Person at the ELC with Hands-On Activities) Note: A pre-class video will be available to watch (approx. 1 hour)
Site Evaluation & Practice: *Fri. January 31 | 9 a.m. - noon or 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. (You will only attend the morning or afternoon session - not both.) *See "Rain Date" notice on registration site for potential rescheduling due to inclement weather.
Course Details: 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.
Instructors: Todd Blossom, Owner and Operator of Blossom, a full-service landscaping company. Todd's experience with swales and raingardens is extensive, having worked closely with the City of Portland’s stormwater management program for 10+ years.
Rob Livingston, Technical Services Specialist, Watershed Protection Division, Clackamas Water Environment Services
Brian Monnin, Engineer III-Stormwater Permit Coordinator for the City of Camas - Brian's permit compliance responsibilities include the management of the city’s public and private stormwater facility inspection program.
Gail Shaloum, Technical Services Coordinator, Clackamas Water Environment Services
Ticket Options: Standard Ticket: $220 Student/AmeriCorps: $110
Professional Credit: Clackamas Community College: 1.25 CEU CEH: 12.25 Award of Completion will be provided
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