Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Winged loosestrife, a valued Arkansas native plant, abundant on World Peace Wetland Prairie: Lythrum alatum, variant alatum
Please click on individual images to view six-petaled, Lythrum alatum in bloom on July 25, 2010, on World Peace Wetland Prairie.
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Land-use and green-infrastructure committee of Fayetteville forward to meet at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2010, in Room 11 of city hall to discuss stormwater managment and erosion-control ordinance being considered by City Council on August 3, 2010
To the Fayetteville Forward Land Use Planning and Green Infrastructure Committee-------
The yellow highlighting on the document is where changes have been made, and which are being voted on . Members of this committee with interest in land use should pay special attention to this amendment so please look over it . Sarah Wrede, from the city's engineering department and who handles matters involving storm water, will be available to explain the amendment and to answer questions. We will be meeting with her next week so please come if you can.
Not much has been happening this summer with our committee, but that doesn't mean green infrastructure matters aren't moving right along. One in particular will be on it's third and final reading at the next City Council meeting on August 3, 6pm, City Hall.
This is what is being considered for the council's vote:
- Amend Chapters 169: Physical Alteration of Land and Chapter 170: Stormwater Management, Drainage and Erosion Control: An ordinance amending Chapter 169: Physical Alteration of Land and Chapter 170: Stormwater Management, Drainage and Erosion Control of Title XV of the Code of Fayetteville (Unified Development Code), to clarify stabilization requirements, require phased construction for sites larger than 20 acres, clarify re-vegetation requirements, clarify requirements for cut and fill slopes and retaining walls, define maintenance responsibility for stormwater management systems, restrict location of dirt and topsoil storage and define stabilization practices for dirt and topsoil storage, define a qualified inspector for erosion and sediment control best management practices, and require site plans for one and two family residences to contain a plan for erosion and sediment control and final on-site drainage. This ordinance was left on the First Reading at the July 6, 2010 City Council meeting and on its second reading, July 20.
- Amend Chapter 177: Landscape Regulations: An ordinance amending Title XV: Unified Development Code of the City of Fayetteville, to amend Chapter 177: Landscape Regulations in order to modify existing requirements and regulations that address perimeter landscaping for development. This ordinance was left on the First Reading at the July 6, 2010 City Council meeting.
THE COMPLETE TEXT CAN BE ACCESSED FROM THE FRONT PAGE OF THE CITY'S WEBSITE www.accessfayetteville.org OR DIRECTLY AT:
The yellow highlighting on the document is where changes have been made, and which are being voted on . Members of this committee with interest in land use should pay special attention to this amendment so please look over it . Sarah Wrede, from the city's engineering department and who handles matters involving storm water, will be available to explain the amendment and to answer questions. We will be meeting with her next week so please come if you can.
Thanks, Fran
Wednesday, July 28, 3:30 pm in Rm 111, City Hall
Also don't forget the conference next week June 29-30 that I sent notice out about last month.
Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure
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Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure Workshop
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Workshop Information
- Date: July 29 and 30
- Location: Fayetteville Town Center, Fayetteville, AR
- Cost: $35.00 until July 1, and $50.00 after July 1
- Agenda
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EPA Region 6, the Northwest Arkansas Stormwater Education Group, the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension, the Illinois River Watershed Partnership, and the Beaver Water District are proud to announce the "Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure" Workshop to be held July 29th & 30th at the Fayetteville Town Center in beautiful downtown Fayetteville, AR.What is Green Infrastructure?
Green infrastructure is an approach to wet weather management that is cost-effective, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. Green Infrastructure management approaches and technologies infiltrate, evapotranspire, capture and reuse stormwater to maintain or restore natural hydrology. Additional information on EPA's green infrastructure program is available at www.epa.gov/greeninfrastructure.Why attend?
Participants will leave the conference with knowledge of tools and practices needed to effectively implement GI and different approaches to linking GI to prevent/mitigate water quality impacts. This meeting will be highly informative and will benefit all participants. Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be available.Suggested Attendees
Anyone interested in improving their quality of life is welcome! Employees, managers and supervisors of organizations interested in learning about new opportunities and initiatives to "green" their communities. This includes, but is not limited to, those who work in:
- City, County and Regional Governments including:
- Environmental or Sustainability Departments
- Energy offices
- Departments of Public Works, Solid Waste, Parks and Recreation
- Water Departments
- Mayor’s Offices and Planning Departments
- Tribal Governments
- DOD Base Planning and Military Installation Administrators
- School Districts
- College and Universities
- Places of Worship
- Engineering and Architectural Firms
- Landscape Architecture
- Landscape Design
- Real Estate Development
- Construction
- Vehicle Fleet Maintenance and Operations
- Energy Service Companies
- Renewable Energy Technology
- Non-Governmental Organizations (NGO’s) working with local cities
- Homeowners’ Associations
Agenda
Day 1
7:45 - 8:30 Registration 8:30 - 8:45 Welcome, Introductions, Purpose 8:45 - 9:15 Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure Overview of stormwater dynamics and defining the concepts of Green Infrastructure/LID Nelly Smith, EPA Region 6 9:15 - 10:00 Benefits of Green Infrastructure and Retrofit Opportunities Dan Christian, Tetra Tech 10:00 - 10:15 Break 10:15 - 11:00 Prevention, Listing, and De-listing of 303(d) Impaired Waterways Jim Wise, ADEQ 11:00 - 12:00 TMDLs - What does it mean for the Illinois River Watershed? Phillip Massierer, FTN Associates Claudia Hosch, Associate Director, Water Quality Division, EPA Region 6 12:00 - 1:00 Catered Lunch 1:00 - 1:45 Local Codes and Ordinances Dan Christian, Tetra Tech 1:45 - 2:30 Construction Site BMPs, Inspections, and Effluent Limitation Guidelines Jamal Solaimanian, ADEQ 2:30 - 2:45 Break 2:45 - 3:15 MS4 Reporting and Program Audits Nick Willis, ADEQ 3:15 - 3:45 Managing Nutrient Runoff through Arkansas' Nutrient Regulations Patrick Fisk, AR Natural Resources Commission 3:45 - 4:30 Fayetteville's 5-Year Nutrient Management Plan Bob Morgan, Beaver Water District Sarah, Wrede, City of Fayetteville 4:30 - 6:00 Green Infrastructure Reception - sponsored by the Illinois River Watershed Partnership Day 2
8:00 - 8:15 Welcome 8:15 - 9:30 Panel Discussion: Building a Case for Green Infrastructure - Clear Creek Stormwater Management and Flooding Mayor Lioneld Jordan, City of Fayetteville (moderator) Mayor Doug Sprouse, City of Springdale Jerry Davison, Clear Creek property owner Charles Rhodes, Clear Creek property owner Beth Breed, FTN Associates, Ltd. 9:30 - 9:45 Break 9:45 - 12:00 Incorporating Green Infrastructure in Northwest Arkansas:
- Bioretention (bioswales, rain gardens and green roofs)
Kyle Engler, Sam's Club
Brandon Nikolish, Wal-Mart
- Eco-Vista Landfill
Kirby Thompson, Waste Management
- Green Infrastructure Planning Project
Bob Caulk, Fayetteville Natural Heritage Commission
Bob Morgan, Beaver Water District
Patti Erwin, AR Forestry Commission
- Sager Creek Project
David Cameron, City of Siloam Springs
Registration
To register for the workshop, please download the registration form here (PDF) (1 pp, 92K).Location and Parking
For more information and directions to the Fayetteville Town Center, visit http://www.twncenter.com. A parking deck is available below the building.
There are many hotels in area but the closest hotel (a one block walk) isThe Cosmopolitan Hotel 70 Northeast Avenue Fayetteville, AR 72701 (479) 442-5555
Contact Us
If you have questions about the workshop or would like more information, please contact:Nelly Smith Environmental Engineer Permits & Technical Assistance Section (6WQ-PP) NPDES Permits & TMDLs Branch Water Quality Protection Division US EPA Region 6 1445 Ross Ave. Dallas TX 75202 Phone: (214) 665-7109 Fax: (214) 665-2191
This workshop is offered to all persons regardless of race, sex, marital status, age, or any other legally protected status. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (large print, audiotapes, etc.) should notify the Washington County Cooperative Extension Service office as soon as possible prior to the program at (479) 444-1755.
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Diana fritillary on butterfly milkweed on June 21, 2010 CATRO_Title_03_0...
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Sunday, July 18, 2010
Tom Foti a true Arkansas watershed warrior
www.nationalwetlandsawards.org/recent_projects/foti.htm
Tom Foti honored five years ago but still working in "retirement."
Mr. Tom Foti, the 2005 State, Tribal, and Local Program Development Award Winner, continues mapping existing and potential wetlands in Arkansas and throughout the Lower Mississippi Valley using a hydrogeomorphic classification system and physical features (e.g. geomorphology, soils, hydrology).
Tom Foti honored five years ago but still working in "retirement."
Highlights:
Neil C. Johnston's continued work with the Project C.A.T.E. Foundation has led to another educational CD, Skeeter's Wild Adventures. To read more on Mr. Johnston's work with Project C.A.T.E. and his other conservation and educational endeavours, please click here.
Molly Brown's efforts in the expansion of the Back Bay Wildlife Refuge in Virginia Beach have proven to be immensely successful and is now nearing completion. For more information on the project, please click here.
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Tom Foti
Little Rock, Arkansas
Mr. Tom Foti, the 2005 State, Tribal, and Local Program Development Award Winner, continues mapping existing and potential wetlands in Arkansas and throughout the Lower Mississippi Valley using a hydrogeomorphic classification system and physical features (e.g. geomorphology, soils, hydrology).Along with state and federal partners, Foti is producing wetland maps that are helping guide the restoration efforts of the state of Arkansas,U.S. Department of Agriculture Wetlands Reserve Program, U.S. Department of Agriculture Conservation Reserve Program, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Lower Mississippi Valley Joint Venture.
Collaborators:
- Arkansas Multi-agency Wetland Planning Team (MAWPT)
- U.S. Department of Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Funding:
- Environmental Protection Agency
- State of Arkansas
Contact information:
| Address | Suite 1500 Tower Bldg Little Rock, AR 72201 |
| Phone | 501.324.9619 |
| tom@arkansasheritage.org |
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