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8:30-9:00 a.m.
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Registration and Continental Breakfast |
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9:00
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Introduction (10 min)
Introduction will cover information about the Climate Adaptation Academy, what today’s workshop will cover, housekeeping information and the need for input from participants. |
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9:10
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Precipitation Forecasts and what it means for Your Town (50 min)
- Chet Arnold, Extension Educator, UConn CLEAR It is anticipated that TP-40 will be replaced by a new standard based on current precipitation projections. Chet will describe what this may mean for current municipal infrastructure and potential needs for upgrades. He will lead a discussion on issues associated with the integration of new infrastructure with old infrastructure.Takeaway: Understanding of what the future holds in terms of current precipitation projections and new stormwater standards and the need to start planning for it now.
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10:00
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Impacts of Increased Precipitation on State and Local Roads (45 min)
- Stephanie Molden, CT Dept. of TransportationStephanie will review the work that the Connecticut Department of Transportation has done analyzing the impacts of increased precipitation on roadways and culverts.Takeaway: Understanding of how to adapt culverts and roadways so that they are less vulnerable to increased precipitation events.
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10:45
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Break (15 min) |
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11:00
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Riverine Flooding (45 min)
- Jonathan Morrison, Supervisory Hydrologist, U.S. Geological Survey
Jon will provide information on USGS’ flood frequency analysis and real-time stream gaging network – what these are and how the data inform municipalities, as well as the USGS new water alert program in Connecticut.
Takeaway: What information and alert systems are available to communities pertaining to river and stream flooding?
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11:45
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Lunch (45 min)
Takeaway: Full stomach
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12:30
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Floodplain Management Policy Issues (30 min)
- Diane Ifkovic, CT DEEP, and NFIP State Coordinator
Diane will address floodplain management and policy issues as well as floodplain management/compliance with NFIP standards.
Takeaway: What communities need to think about in terms of changes in floodplain policies, regulations, and management. How does NFIP support community efforts in reducing risks and consequences of serious flooding?
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1:00
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Feedback/Discussion of Impacts of Increased Precipitation and Flooding (30 Min)
Discussion of real life impacts, innovative solutions from audience, research needs and questions, what help/resources are available.
Takeaway: Resources and ideas are shared.
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1:30
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