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We've already asked you to save the dates.  Now we wanted to give you a few more details about our upcoming workshops addressing the newly-revised Rhode Island Stormwater Design and Installation Standards Manual. 

 

As previously mentioned, these two workshops will be the first in a series to be held this winter and spring, related to new state initiatives in stormwater management.  Keep reading for details about each of the workshops in this series.  


 

Rhode Island Stormwater Design and Installation Standards Manual: Workshops 1 and 2
  
The final December 2010 version of this newly-revised state stormwater manual will be the topic for this two-part workshop.  Attendance at both workshops is recommended.
 
Workshop Part 1: Using the Revised Manual 
Date:  January 13, 2011
Registration: 8:00 am
Time:  8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location:  University of Rhode Island, Kingston Campus, Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences 100

Topics will include:
  • an overview of the manual and the need for its update
  • how to use the manual
  • LID site planning design strategies
  • water quality BMPs and selection criteria
  • practice exercises
  • discussion and Q&A

 
Workshop Part 2:  BMP Construction and Maintenance
Date: January 19, 2011
Registration: 8:00 am
Time:  8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Location:  University of Rhode Island, Kingston Campus, Center for Biotechnology and Life Sciences 100

Topics will include:
  • why proper installation is important
  • design elements for BMPs
  • overview of materials specifications
  • common construction problems and proper inspection
     
  • erosion and sediment control
  • the importance of maintenance and proper inspection
  • required maintenance measures
  • maintenance exercise
  • typical maintenance costs
  • discussion and Q&A
 
Attendance at both workshops is appropriate for:  designers, planners, engineers, municipal officials, and anyone interested in stormwater standards

Both workshop parts are required for MS4 compliance with Education and Outreach minimum measures.

Registration information and final agendas will be circulated soon.
Save the Dates!
 
Additional workshops in this series will include:
 
February 10, 2011 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm) and February 11, 2011 (9:00 am - 12:00 pm): The RI Community LID Site Planning and Design Guidance -- Municipal land use strategies to avoid and reduce stormwater runoff impacts to encourage more comprehensive implementation of LID
 
March 22, 2011:  The Rhode Island Stormwater Design and Installation Standards Manual -- A detailed look at the required sizing calculations and critical elements of BMP design.
 
March 24, 2011:  The Rhode Island Stormwater Design and Installation Standards Manual -- A detailed look at the required specifications and measures for BMP construction and maintenance.
 
March 31, 2011 and April 1, 2011:  Rain Garden Training for Landscapers -- A full day on siting and design details, followed by a half-day, hands-on field installation   
 
Sincerely,
 

Lisa DeProspo Philo
RI NEMO
tel: 401.874.5687
e-mail: LPHILO@uri.edu