In This Issue
Drag and Drop: Smart Guide, TMDL Web Site, NPDES Web Session, EPA Watershed Webcast, LA Handbook, Bay Reports
Members in the News: James City Service Authority, Express Blower, Inc.
IECA News: SOIL Fund, EC10 Overview, IECA Live Training, Photo Contest
Chapter News: Erosion Forum in China, Pacific Northwest Web Site, Southeast Scholarships, Northeast Board Elections
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Smart Growth for Coastal and Waterfront Communities
EPA has released an interagency guide that builds on existing smart growth principles to
offer 10 specific development guidelines for coastal and waterfront
communities.
EPA TMDL Program Results Analysis Web Site
NPDES Best Management Practices for Developing an Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) Program
This audio/web session offered by the American Public Works Association is Nov. 19 and will explore illicit discharge strategies and techniques,
codes and citizen involvement to illustrate how you can use these tools
to your advantage.
EPA Watershed Academy Webcast: Working Together to Address the Effects of Climate Change on Water Resources
October 27 - Climate change is one of EPA's top priorities, and the Agency is working to define strategies and actions to address climate change. Also, New Water Quality Standards Academy "NPDES Permit Program" Module has been posted online >.
2009 Stormwater Mitigation Handbook for LA Builders and Developers
7 Reports Direct Federal Agencies to Take Lead in Bay Cleanup
In a series of seven reports responding to an executive order issued by
President Barack Obama in May, federal agencies provided their thoughts
about how to clean up the Chesapeake Bay by 2025. Reports here>.
Drag & Drop features useful resources and news provided by members for members and others concerned about erosion and sediment control. If one of these resources is of particular interest to you, just "Drag & Drop" the web link into your Favorites folder or Bookmark it for later reference. If you know of a resource that makes your job easier and would like to share, please send your web links to Editor.
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Members in the News
James City Service Authority Named WaterSense Partner of the Year
More than 1,000 WaterSense partners helped Americans save 9.3 billion gallons of
water in 2008. The EPA named five of them as
the 2009 WaterSense Partners of the Year, including the James
City Service Authority in Williamsburg, Va. James City Service Authority
helped consumers in coastal Virginia save water and money through
collaboration with local citizen coalitions to encourage local plumbers and
retailers to provide discounts on the sale and installation of WaterSense
labeled toilets in addition to offering rebates on WaterSense labeled
products. "Our partners have
demonstrated how collaboration and commitment to water efficiency can result in
major savings for Americans," said Peter S. Silva, assistant administrator for
EPA's Office of Water. More information on WaterSense
Partner of the Year award winners: http://www.epa.gov/watersense.
Express Blower, Inc. Introduces New Blower
The company is proud to present its new high-capacity TM-70 pneumatic blower
for projects ranging from commercial and residential landscaping to highway work
and expansive erosion control jobs.
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IECA NEWS
SOIL Fund Makes Headlines
Comcast Newsmakers recently interviewed IECA's Executive Director Russ Adsit about the latest activities of IECA's Save Our International Land (SOIL) Fund.
Be looking for the January issue of IECA's members-only publication, Environmental Connection, for a complete update on the trip to Ecuador, written by Board member Tom Williams with Jeff DeGraffenried.
EC10's Education Second to NoneYou may be asking yourself, "Why should I go to EC10?" The answer is simple: IECA offers an affordable (and enjoyable) educational experience unequaled anywhere. We have contacted the
best of the best of our presenters and instructors to help  broaden your
knowledge within the industry. This year our paper presentations are included in your
conference cost, so you can maximize your educational experience. We also will be offering exceptional full and half day courses (for
an additional cost) that will help you take a more specific approach to your
learning needs. One of the courses being offered teaches you everything there is to know about the New and Improved RUSLE 2 >. Sign up early, as space in these popular classes fills up fast! Complete Details >. "96% of CEOs and other senior executives say they are
attending their industry's most important events this year
- a significant 89% of all survey respondents." Source: Tradeshow Week HELP! Seeking Volunteer Moderators! Click here for available sessions > and contact Holly at holly@ieca.org to sign up. LODGING - From now until January 22, you will enjoy special rates of $149.00
plus tax per night at the beautiful Hilton Anatole Hotel. Call 214-761-7500 or book online now. Hotel & Travel Page >.
EXHIBIT SPACE is almost sold out! Details here >. SPONSORS - IECA Thanks our Premiere Sponsors Profile Products and ScourStop and our Sponsor Partner Western Excelsior. Interested for your company? Contact Rich at rich@ieca.org.
Can't Attend EC10? IECA Brings Training to You!IECA can offer cutting edge education due to its highly qualified team of IECA Faculty. These instructors, along with IECA, strive to
make learning enjoyable, accessible and affordable through the IECA Live program. Our educational expertise is delivered
directly to your organization with tailored training personalized to suit your
organization's specific needs. Check out our latest IECA Live session in Lincoln, NE Nov. 18-19 >. To find out more about our
IECA Live program, please visit our website or contact Holly Nicholson at holly@ieca.org.
Show Off Your Best Shots - Entries Due Dec. 31
IECA's Annual Photo Contest is an opportunity to gain visibility and share your accomplishments (or bloopers!) with the erosion and  sediment control community. The contest is FREE - so send in those pictures! Photo Credit: Taken by George Ragazzo of a 2.2 KM long gabion mattress outflow channel from Lake Ilopango to the Jiboa
River in El Salvador, November 2007.
Submittal Guidelines Here >. Winners from the 2009 Photo Contest >
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Chapter Updates
Planning Underway for China Erosion
Forum
A group of professionals in China, led by Tony Chu, IECA's Ambassador to China,
has been busy planning the "Shenzhen Environmental Protection Industry
Development Forum."
Also heavily involved in the effort is past IECA Board
President Doug Wimble, CPESC. IECA believes
that the event can help generate
momentum and interest for a proposed Chapter in China.
The conference aims to bring together high
profile Chinese government officials and industry leaders to address China's
current erosion control issues. The conference will provide a venue for
industry in China and for IECA
members to introduce their technologies, products and services to the Chinese
government leaders addressing specific governmental projects in China.
The event originally was scheduled for
November 3 - 4, 2009 and is being postponed tentatively to May 2010. Due to the
delays caused by the Chinese national holiday (the 60th anniversary
celebration), a number of visitors are having problems getting their China
entry visa in time for the conference's original dates.
"Due to the 60th anniversary of
China's
Independence Day [which began October 1 for one week], the Chinese government
issued a number of temporary security measures. This created unavoidable
problems in obtaining visas for interested members who had registered for the
event. So we decided to postpone the conference until May 2010," explained Chu.
More information about the conference will
be published on the IECA website in the coming months. For more information about the event,
please contact: Tony Chu, IECA China Ambassador;
Ph: +86 -138-1610-7501; Email: tony@ieca.org or past IECA President Doug Wimble at dougwimble@spraygrass.com.au.
Pacific Northwest Chapter On the Move
Congratulations to the Chapter on its re-designed website, developed by member Russ Paton. New officers elected are  Dan Macias - President; James B. Kay - President-Elect; Carol Davis - Treasurer; Becky Gauthier - Secretary; Sam Lamont - Alaska Rep and Russ Paton - Board Member. The Chapter is hosting its conference in Vancouver, BC, Canada on Nov. 18-19. Click here for more details >.
Southeast Chapter Offers Scholarships
Three scholarships of $1,000.00 will be awarded by the SE-IECA
to provide funds to assist three members in attending EC10 in Dallas, TX for special training needs. Application deadline is Nov. 20. More details >. March 19 is the deadline for 2 $1500 scholarships for students considering a career in a field related to sediment and erosion control. More details >.
Northeast Board Elections - Vote By Oct. 24
Please vote by Oct. 24 for the Chapter's Board of Directors. Please email info@ieca-nechapter.org for more details. Election results will be announced at the Annual Members Meeting on October
27th at the Hilton Hartford, CT at the annual conference.
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Upcoming Events
Advanced Mangrove Eco-Engineering Methods: October 19-22 in Carey Island, Pulau Carey, Selangor, Malaysia. Sponsored by the Malaysia Chapter of IECA.Native Revegetation: The Sustainable Erosion Control BMP: October 25-27 in Kings Beach, CA, USA. Hosted by the Western Chapter of IECA.2009 Great Rivers Chapter Annual Conference & Expo: October 27-29 in Lenexa, KS, USA.Northeast Chapter 2009 Conference & Trade Expo: October 27-29 in Harford, CT, USA.Stillwater Creek Biotechnical Stream Bank Stabilization Workshop: November 10-12 in Redding, CA, USA. Co-Hosted by the Western Chapter of IECA. CPSWQ Exam and Exam Review: November 12-13 in Mansfield, OH, USA. Sponsored by the US EPA and the Great Lakes Chapter of IECA.Construction Site Stormwater Management Workshop: November 13 in Redding, CA, USA. Co-Hosted by the Western Chapter of IECA.ESC Metro Vancouver 2009: November 18-19 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Hosted by the Pacific Northwest Chapter of IECA.Visit Calendar of Events |
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