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SUMMARY:Bioretention Design Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This two-day virtual training covers advanced bioretention design for stormwater management based on the Iowa Stormwater Management Manual. Participants will learn about bioretention cells\, bioswales\, and tree trenches from experienced Iowa practitioners\, including critical design elements\, pretreatment strategies\, enhanced pollutant removal techniques\, and vegetation selection. The workshop explores proven inspection and maintenance approaches to ensure long-term performance and visual appeal\, with real-world case studies demonstrating lessons learned and how field experience has informed current best practices. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify bioretention options in the Iowa Stormwater Management Manual and their applications in urban areas\nApply simple to multiple cell bioretention cell\, tree filter box\, and bioswale designs including pretreatment options and design review checklists\nIncorporate enhanced pollutant removal practices to meet local water quality protection goals\nSelect appropriate vegetation including layout and establishment considerations\nApply lessons learned from Iowa case studies including recommendations for inspection and maintenance to ensure long-term performance\n\nProfessional Development Hours \nAttendees will earn 6 PDHs for completing the full two-day workshop (3 PDHs per day). Single-day registration is also available. \n\nDay 1: May 6\, 2026 \n8:30-8:40 | Welcome and Opening Remarks\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n8:40-9:30 | Bioretention Options\, Function\, and Applications\nAnn Seda\, IDALS Urban Conservationist \n9:30-10:30 | Bioretention Cell Design: Single Cells\, Multiple Cells\, Detention\, and Hydrologic Considerations\nCraig Clarkson\, PE\, Sherwood Engineers \n10:30-10:45 | Break \n10:45-11:15 | Tree Filter Boxes and Bioswales\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n11:15-11:45 | Pretreatment Options\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n11:45-12:00 | Day 1 Wrap Up and Discussion\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n\nDay 2: May 7\, 2026 \n8:30-9:00 | Subsurface Drainage: Is It Always Needed? Lessons from Minnesota Research\nLoulou Dickey\, PhD\, ISWEP and Aaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n9:00-10:00 | Enhanced Pollutant Removal: Nitrogen\, Organic Contaminants\, and Media Selection\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG; Greg LeFevre\, PhD\, University of Iowa; Loulou Dickey\, PhD\, ISWEP \n10:00-10:15 | Break \n10:15-10:45 | Vegetation Selection\, Layout\, and Establishment\nJennifer Welch\, Polk SWCD \n10:45-11:15 | Installation Case Studies and Lessons Learned\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n11:15-11:55 | Short and Long-Term Inspection and Maintenance\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n11:55-12:00 | Wrap-Up and Closing Comments\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n\nRegistration \nISWEP members receive a discount on registration. If you need your discount code\, email iswepadmin@iowastormwater.org. \nRegister here! \nQuestions? \nContact iswepadmin@iowastormwater.org for more information about this workshop.
URL:https://iowastormwater.org/event/bioretention-design-webinar/2026-05-06/
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SUMMARY:Bioretention Design Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This two-day virtual training covers advanced bioretention design for stormwater management based on the Iowa Stormwater Management Manual. Participants will learn about bioretention cells\, bioswales\, and tree trenches from experienced Iowa practitioners\, including critical design elements\, pretreatment strategies\, enhanced pollutant removal techniques\, and vegetation selection. The workshop explores proven inspection and maintenance approaches to ensure long-term performance and visual appeal\, with real-world case studies demonstrating lessons learned and how field experience has informed current best practices. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify bioretention options in the Iowa Stormwater Management Manual and their applications in urban areas\nApply simple to multiple cell bioretention cell\, tree filter box\, and bioswale designs including pretreatment options and design review checklists\nIncorporate enhanced pollutant removal practices to meet local water quality protection goals\nSelect appropriate vegetation including layout and establishment considerations\nApply lessons learned from Iowa case studies including recommendations for inspection and maintenance to ensure long-term performance\n\nProfessional Development Hours \nAttendees will earn 6 PDHs for completing the full two-day workshop (3 PDHs per day). Single-day registration is also available. \n\nDay 1: May 6\, 2026 \n8:30-8:40 | Welcome and Opening Remarks\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n8:40-9:30 | Bioretention Options\, Function\, and Applications\nAnn Seda\, IDALS Urban Conservationist \n9:30-10:30 | Bioretention Cell Design: Single Cells\, Multiple Cells\, Detention\, and Hydrologic Considerations\nCraig Clarkson\, PE\, Sherwood Engineers \n10:30-10:45 | Break \n10:45-11:15 | Tree Filter Boxes and Bioswales\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n11:15-11:45 | Pretreatment Options\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n11:45-12:00 | Day 1 Wrap Up and Discussion\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n\nDay 2: May 7\, 2026 \n8:30-9:00 | Subsurface Drainage: Is It Always Needed? Lessons from Minnesota Research\nLoulou Dickey\, PhD\, ISWEP and Aaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n9:00-10:00 | Enhanced Pollutant Removal: Nitrogen\, Organic Contaminants\, and Media Selection\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG; Greg LeFevre\, PhD\, University of Iowa; Loulou Dickey\, PhD\, ISWEP \n10:00-10:15 | Break \n10:15-10:45 | Vegetation Selection\, Layout\, and Establishment\nJennifer Welch\, Polk SWCD \n10:45-11:15 | Installation Case Studies and Lessons Learned\nAaron Gwinnup\, PE\, RDG \n11:15-11:55 | Short and Long-Term Inspection and Maintenance\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n11:55-12:00 | Wrap-Up and Closing Comments\nPat Sauer\, ISWEP \n\nRegistration \nISWEP members receive a discount on registration. If you need your discount code\, email iswepadmin@iowastormwater.org. \nRegister here! \nQuestions? \nContact iswepadmin@iowastormwater.org for more information about this workshop.
URL:https://iowastormwater.org/event/bioretention-design-webinar/2026-05-07/
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SUMMARY:Iowa Certification for Inspection and Maintenance of Stormwater Practices (ICIMSP) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual training designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively inspect and maintain stormwater best management practices (BMPs) across Iowa. This certification program combines instruction with virtual inspection activities using drone footage to prepare you for the challenges of stormwater infrastructure management. \nTraining Overview\nThis training runs from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm and covers essential topics including: \n\nBMP Types and Performance: Learn about bioretention cells\, bioswales\, permeable pavement\, detention basins\, stormwater wetlands\, and more\, including design considerations and factors affecting performance.\nInspection Techniques: Master the use of inspection checklists\, condition rating scales\, and documentation methods. Understand how to identify maintenance needs and prioritize actions.\nMaintenance Strategies: Explore routine\, corrective\, and rehabilitative maintenance approaches for different BMP types\, along with seasonal considerations.\nVegetation Management: Learn to identify native and invasive plants and understand vegetation management for various stormwater practices.\nVirtual Inspection Activities: Practice inspecting stormwater practices using drone footage\, conducting visual assessments\, and documenting observations using standard checklists.\nInspection Analysis: Complete inspections using drone footage of retention ponds and participate in group problem-solving discussions.\n\nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this training\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify common stormwater BMP types and understand their functions and performance factors\nConduct thorough inspections using standardized checklists and rating systems\nRecognize key indicators of BMP failure or maintenance needs\nDocument inspection findings accurately and prioritize maintenance actions\nApply appropriate maintenance strategies for different BMP types and seasonal conditions\nIdentify native and invasive plant species and understand vegetation management requirements\nDevelop maintenance recommendations based on inspection observations\n\nInstructors\nLoulou Dickey\, Executive Director\, ISWEP \nLoulou holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University and serves as ISWEP’s Executive Director\, translating research into practical stormwater management resources for Iowa communities. \nCameron Agan\, Stormwater Specialist\, City of Waterloo \nCameron brings practical experience in municipal stormwater management and BMP inspection and maintenance from his work with the City of Waterloo. \nCertification\nFollowing the virtual training\, attendees will complete an online assessment on their own time. A passing score is required to receive ICIMSP Certification. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\nRegister here for this upcoming training session.
URL:https://iowastormwater.org/event/iowa-certification-for-inspection-and-maintenance-of-stormwater-practices-icimsp-in-person-in-waterloo-ia/
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SUMMARY:Iowa Stormwater Essentials Webinar - A Beginner's Guide to Stormwater Management
DESCRIPTION:Iowa Stormwater Essentials is an introductory webinar for anyone new to stormwater management in Iowa. This training covers the fundamentals of how stormwater is generated\, regulated\, and managed\, giving participants a solid foundation for understanding stormwater programs and practices across the state. \nThis training is ideal for new municipal employees\, summer interns\, students\, recent graduates\, engineers early in their careers\, and local leaders or legislators seeking a working knowledge of stormwater management in Iowa. \nFree for ISWEP city\, county\, and educational agency members. \nEarn 2 Professional Development Hours \nLearning Objectives\nUpon completion of this training\, you’ll be able to: \n\nExplain how stormwater runoff is generated and why urbanization increases runoff volume\, speed\, and pollutant load\nDescribe the regulatory framework for stormwater in Iowa\, including the Clean Water Act\, NPDES program\, general permits\, and MS4 permits\nIdentify the six Minimum Control Measures and the roles of federal\, state\, and local government in stormwater regulation\nDistinguish between construction and post-construction stormwater management practices and explain their purposes\nRecognize key design standards used in Iowa\, including ISWMM and SUDAS\nUnderstand how stormwater programs are planned at the watershed level and funded through utility fees and other sources\n\nYour Presenters\nLoulou Dickey\, PhD \nExecutive Director\, ISWEP \nLoulou is a water resources scientist with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Iowa State University. Her background spans consulting\, state government\, and the nonprofit sector\, and her work at ISWEP focuses on translating scientific research into practical tools that help Iowa communities protect water quality. \nPat Sauer\, CPSS \nStrategic Advisor\, ISWEP \nPat founded ISWEP in 2005 and grew the organization into a statewide leader in stormwater education\, now serving 75 members across Iowa. A Certified Professional Soil Scientist\, she continues to support ISWEP’s training programs and the Iowa Stormwater Management Manual Technical Committee. \nRegister Now\nQuestions?\nContact Loulou Dickey at ldickey@iowastormwater.org for more information about this training.
URL:https://iowastormwater.org/event/iowa-stormwater-essentials-webinar-a-beginners-guide-to-stormwater-management/
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