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7/6/2016 Topic Descriptions—Florida Environmental Network
<br /> the waterbody does not meet,or is projected not to meet,the adopted minimum flow or level,the
<br /> district must adopt a recovery or prevention strategy Going through this process,the water
<br /> management districts have found that many waterbodies are below their established minimum flow
<br /> or level and thus require a recovery or prevention strategy Some districts are re-evaluating their
<br /> minimum flows and levels to see if they were set correctly Minimum flows and levels and their
<br /> associated prevention or recovery strategies can affect water users by causing cutbacks on existing f
<br /> sources,forcing development of alternative water supplies,and forcing participation in aquifer or
<br /> surface water body recharge projects,in each case creating general uncertainty This course focuses
<br /> j on the process by which minimum flows or levels are developed and adopted,while also identifying
<br /> where minimum flows or levels are already in place or are scheduled for adoption in the future,how
<br /> water users are impacted,and what you can do to protect your water uses.Instructors: Doug Manson
<br /> (Moderator),Mark Hammond,Mike Register, Terrie Bates,Matt Leopold
<br /> PP. EMBRACING WATER SUPPLY SUSTAINABILITY: THE CRITICAL ROLE OF ALTERNATIVE
<br /> WATER SUPPLY AND REUSE As our population grows,the demand for water will also grow-and not
<br /> just for human consumption.Growing the food to feed a hungry nation consumes a significant
<br /> amount of water Powering up homes and businesses for the latest in"gadgetry'also requires more I f
<br /> electricity,which also requires volumes of water As demand increases,the impacts of drought will
<br /> become more pronounced,particularly in places that are vulnerable to extreme weather,like Florida.
<br /> Thankfully,scientific advances and innovative technologies allow us to tap into alternative supplies,
<br /> including reuse water,to provide a safe and reliable water supply for drinking,manufacturing,
<br /> irrigation and energy generation.While conservation is an important tool,states must incorporate
<br /> alternative supplies and reuse in their water portfolios to meet their growing needs and protect
<br /> against environmental degradation.The passage of SB 536 in 2014 and SB 552 in 2016 suggests that
<br /> Florida is taking bold steps to achieve these goals.DEP just released its comprehensive study on how
<br /> to expand the use of reclaimed water,stormwater and excess surface water in the state.SB 552
<br /> provides for significant improvements to the water supply planning and development process.These
<br /> significant efforts by the Legislature and DEP have the potential to guide the long-term strategy for
<br /> water use and development in Florida.Join us for an intriguing discussion of the policies needed to
<br /> advance alternative water supply and reuse in the Sunshine State,while highlighting successful
<br /> policies and projects that have led to economic development,sustained agriculture,and
<br /> environmental restoration.Instructors:Melissa Meeker(Moderator),Ann Shortelle,Mike Sole,Ed Torres,
<br /> Temperince Morgan
<br /> QQ. USING PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS TO SOLVE FLORIDA'S WATER CHALLENGE Florida is
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<br /> faced with significant water shortages projected to be an estimated 2 billion gallons per day by 2025
<br /> unless proactive action is taken.Florida is also confronting significant water quality challenges,
<br /> including meeting recently enacted Numeric Nutrient Criteria,TMDLs and restoration targets.How
<br /> can the private sector help public entities with these issues?Part of the solution may be the
<br /> development of long-term contractual arrangements between public utilities and private land owners
<br /> in the storage,production,reuse and treatment of water The panel will discuss advantages and
<br /> difficulties in developing public-private partnerships,recent legislative changes at the state and
<br /> federal level,and success stories in meeting Florida's future water needs.This is a very timely and
<br /> highly recommended course!Instructors:John Fumero(Moderator),Jack Fiveash,Pot Lehman,Ernie Cox
<br /> RR. DISPERSED WATER MANAGEMENT The Dispersed Water Management Program administered
<br /> by the SFWMD encourages private property owners to retain water on their land rather than drain it,
<br /> accept and detain regional runoff for storage or do both. Landowners typically become involved in
<br /> I the program through cost-share cooperative projects,easements,or payment for environmental
<br /> services. Managing water on these lands is one tool to use in reducing damaging amounts of water
<br /> diverted into lakes and estuaries for flood protection. Dispersed water management also offers
<br /> imany other environmental and economic benefits,including providing valuable groundwater
<br /> recharge for water supply;improving water quality and rehydration of drained systems;enhancing
<br /> plant and wildlife habitat;and helping sustain the local economy by incentivizing landowners to
<br /> provide great environmental stewardship. This timely and informative course will tell you all about
<br /> I it. Audience participation encouraged.Instructors: Ernie Barnett;Ernie Cox,Benita Whalen,Jeff Sumner
<br /> *'SPECIAL COURSE SERIES ON WATER QUALITY•*
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<br /> tSS. NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN WATER QUALITY PERMITTING Extremely informative course includes
<br /> timely updates on new ways the Department of Environmental Protection and EPA are addressing
<br /> water quality issues;also includes basic as well as advanced discussion on water quality discharge
<br /> permitting,whether from industrial,domestic,or other discharge sources;emphasis on current
<br /> agency practices,and updates on pending legal changes;emerging water quality issues affecting 63
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