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2:00- 3:00 p.m. Concurrent General Session II Seminar A Urban Stortnwater Runoff Source Assessment Considerations This talk will discuss the hydrologic conditions which must be considered in assessing urban runoff, such as the pathways of the runoff, the timing of the runoff, and the frequency and magnitude of the runoff. Also discussed will be considerations for treatment, planning and responsibility. Presenter: Tim Larson, MPCA Seminar B Developing Your Communication Plan (Part A} To communicate strategically, you will need to identify key audiences, determine the information that they need, and adapt your messages appropriately for each one. Communicating your achievements is important because it can motivate employees, enhance customer loyalty, demonstrate your responsibil ity, build a broad base of support for your watershed initiatives, and make a lasting impact on the environment. Seminar C Grant County Buffer Strip Program Grant County has enrolled 18,000 acres in buffer strips. This successful program was accomplished by a teamwork approach involving the SWCD and a host of other agencies. The presentation will focus on the value of a team approach when addressing water quality issues. Presenters: Joe Montonye, District Manager of the Grant County .SWCD, Greg Lillemon, Director, Grant County Department of Land Management. 3:00 - 3:30 p.m. Break -MAWD Trade Show Floor 3:30-4:30 p.m. Concurrent General Session III Seminar A Putting the Communication Plan into Action (Part B) There is an old axiom that one must "plan the work and work the plan.." This is essential to any successful communications effort. Taking the plan off the shelf and putting it into action can be rewarding and pay huge dividends in the future. Learn the mechanics on how to best communicate with your stakeholders and your public. Seminar B Hydro Model for Watershed Management Red Lake Watershed District -Comprehensive Hydrologic Modeling for Planning Purposes The Red Lake Watershed District has completed their 10-Year Overall Comprehensive Plan. An integral part of this planning process was development of a hydrologic model for the large 6,000 square mile watershed. Because of its relative flatness and size, the District developed several modeling processes to overcome technical difficulties associated these two factors. Ultimately, the model will be used to assess problem areas as well as the flood damage reduction effectiveness of proposed alternatives and solutions. Presenters: Nate Dalager, P.E., HDR Myron Jesme, RLWD Seminar C Rice Creek Regains Its Curves The Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) has recently completed one of the largest stream restoration projects undertaken. in Minnesota. Over three-quarters of a mile section of Rice Creek, straightened in the early 1900's for agricultural drainage purposes, was reconnected to its natural meandering flow path in Shoreview, MN. Many insightful topics will be covered by this presentation, including construction cost, permitting requirements, avoiding pitfalls, techniques utilized, minimizing construction disturbances and design and construction nuances Presenters: Kevin Biehn, EOR, Chuck Johnson, Rice Creek WD 6:00 p.m. Social Hour (Cash Bar) 7:00 p.m. Association Banquet MAWD Awards Entertainment: Renee Lynn presents: Women of Country-Then and Now!