Agenda
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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
9:00 – 11:00 am CDT
Presented by: Tim Smith
Agenda Highlights:
- Mitigation Banking Overview
- History of Mitigation Banking
- Clean Water Act Regulatory Framework
- Market Analysis and Valuation
- Getting a Wetland Bank Project Approved
- Wetland Bank Approval Process Case Study
- Evaluating Credit Yield
Webinar Instructions
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Credits
Engineers
2.0 PDHs
Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA - American Institute of Architects
2.0 HSW LUs
Landscape Architects
2.0 HSW CE Hours
LACES - Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System
2.0 HSW PDHs
APA/AICP - American Planning Association/American Institute of Certified Planners
2 CM
Continuing Education Credit Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 2.0 PDHs for professional engineers, 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects, and 2.0 HSW continuing education hours for landscape architects in all states that allow this learning method. Please refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida (Provider License No: CEA362), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700) and North Carolina (S-0130). HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove continuing education providers or courses.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System has approved this course for 2.0 HSW PDHs. Only full participation is reportable to the LA CES.
HalfMoon Education is an approved CM Provider with the American Planning Association. This course is registered for CM | 2 for Certified Planners.
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).
On-Demand Credits
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format may not be eligible for the same credits as the live presentation; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate.
2.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
2.0 HSW PDHs (LA CES)
Speakers
Tim Smith
Aquic – Wetland and Stream Mitigation StrategiesAquic was established in 2021 by Tim Smith to support clients who are passionate about their projects, and who need reliable, data-driven analysis to make informed decisions. Tim is an industry leading subject matter expert in navigation of the federal and state agency review process. With 24 years of experience as a state and federal employee regulating and restoring wetlands, streams, and rivers, Aquic’s Tim Smith is uniquely qualified to assist with:
- Wetland and Stream Mitigation Bank Development
- Mitigation Market Analysis
- Mitigation Bank Management
- Agency Coordination
- Permitting Strategies and Alternatives Analysis
AIA Info
AIA Provider Statement:
HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: Deep Dive into Wetland Mitigation Banking
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: In order to satisfy the requirements of the Clean Water Act, developers, designers and builders must limit development on federally protected wetlands. One way to preserve the net amount of wetlands in an area while still allowing development is to use wetland mitigation banking. This allows development of some wetlands while simultaneously making a commitment to preserve or restore other wetland areas. The preserved and restored wetlands provide flood storage, erosion control, and wildlife habitat, while improving water quality.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to define their responsibility to comply with Section 404 of the federal Clean Water Act, which regulates discharges of dredged or fill material into the Waters of the United States, including many wetland areas.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to explore the process of wetland mitigation banking which allows designers and builders to preserve and restore wetlands in order to meet the requirements of the Clean Water Act.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to identify the components of mitigation banks that allow them to participate in wetland preservation and restoration projects.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to identify projects within mitigation banks that meet the environmental needs associated with the learner’s own projects.
Learning Objective 5:
Learners will be able to implement the lessons learned from wetland mitigation case studies to use mitigation banking to preserve and restore wetlands as part of their own development and building projects.
LUs: 2.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Learners should have a background knowledge in the land development and building design and construction processes to understand the environmental changes development brings to undeveloped lands.
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 01/17/2027
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.