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7/612016 Topic Descriptions—Florida Environmental Network <br /> several states. There will also be an overview of the Precon case regarding interpreting agency <br /> guidance documents. The course will highlight the practical application of the Corps'current <br /> regulations,policies and guidance documents and what they could mean for development in Florida. <br /> Finally,the Corps will provide an in-depth discussion of the latest wetlands guidance and what the <br /> I` regulated community can expect.Instructors: Pam Fetterman(Moderator),Dylan Larson,Debbie <br /> Madden,Matt Leopold,Jeff Collins <br /> I GGG.THE NEW UMAM:PROPOSED REVISIONS TO FLORIDA'S UNIFORM MITIGATION <br /> ASSESSMENT METHOD Florida's Uniform Mitigation Assessment Method(UMAM)is the primary <br /> method by which regulatory agencies determine the amount of mitigation necessary to offset <br /> impacts to wetlands and other surface waters and the number of mitigation credits to be assigned to <br /> a mitigation bank. This course is a double session focusing on proposed revisions to the UMAM rule. <br /> According to their website,the DEP intends to revise the UMAM rule to achieve more certainty and <br /> consistency across the state while still accounting for each region's diverse ecological communities. <br /> The goal is a more streamlined and straightforward UMAM rule that is easier to use on both ends- <br /> easier for the citizens or businesses applying UMAM and for the agency staff processing the <br /> applications. This course will provide a variety of perspectives from a panel of expert UMAM <br /> practitioners who have been active in the efforts to revise UMAM. Audience participation is strongly <br /> encouraged to provide constructive input to the Department regarding progress thus far and any <br /> further improvements which may be necessary Instructors: Clark Hull(Moderator),John Humphreys, <br /> ij Penny Cople,Shannon Gonzalez,Ed Cronyn, <br /> HHH. WETLAND REGULATORY JURISDICTION OVER FARMLANDS Farmlands are subject to <br /> complex set of special rules when it comes to wetland jurisdiction. Not all activities on farmlands are <br /> exempt from wetland rules,and agencies in recent years arguably have increased the scope of their <br /> jurisdiction over these areas. Understanding these rules is important not just for farmers,but also <br /> for anybody who wants to use farmlands for other types of activities. This course will address activity <br /> and geographical exemptions for farmlands under the Clean Water Act,state regulation of wetlands <br /> in the farming context,and recent regulatory developments that could affect agencies'jurisdiction. <br /> Excellent course designed for audience participation.Instructors:Neal McAliley,Adam Peterson,Jim <br /> Sprott Jeff Collins <br /> 111. PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN ENVIRONMENTAL MITIGATION AND MITIGATION <br /> BANKING Environmental mitigation in Florida is trending toward greater use of mitigation bank, <br /> while onsite mitigation remains a viable option in fewer and fewer instances. This carefully designed <br /> course will address practical considerations and the selection of mitigation options,including <br /> economics,liability issues,and long term management requirements. This very informative course <br /> will make use of case studies and legal analyses to provide insight into evolving agency practices in <br /> this area. This course should leave you well informed on the opportunity and obstacles of using <br /> mitigation to satisfy the requirements of obtaining a permit at the state,regional or local level. <br /> Excellent course designed for audience participation.Instructors:Beverly Birkitt(Moderator),Ed Cole, <br /> Debbie Wegmann,Tim Rach,Kelly Sands <br /> i <br /> **COASTAL PERMITTING AND STATE SOVEREIGN LANDS** <br /> JJJ. SPECIAL PERMIT CONSIDERATIONS FOR SOVEREIGN LANDS AND AQUATIC PRESERVES This <br /> timely and informative course provides a review of latest changes and emerging issues with regard to <br /> DEP's proprietary authority over State-owned lands;includes a comprehensive update on procedural <br /> and administrative changes;also covers recent rule changes and proposed changes to current agency <br /> rules and practices with regard to use of sovereign lands;discussion of special permit conditions <br /> applied to aquatic preserves and outstanding Florida waters;other emerging trends and issues. <br /> Course designed for extensive audience participation.Instructors:Andy Baumann(Moderator),Matthew <br /> Butler,David Clark,Danielle Irwin,Spencer Crowley, Tim Rach <br /> KKK.COASTAL MARINE PERMITTING AND MITIGATION This very informative course will cover all <br /> i <br /> aspects of habitat and species issues associated with proposed projects in the coastal marine <br /> environment;provides for a thorough and practical examination of the current tools for assessing <br /> and avoiding impacts;includes examples of techniques for habitat and species restoration in coastal <br /> and marine environments.Excellent course designed for extensive audience participation. <br /> Instructors: Wayne Flowers,Beau Williams,Loinie Edwards,Kevin Claridge <br /> I <br /> i <br /> LLL. COASTAL CONSTRUCTION CONTROL LINE PERMITTING Development within the dynamic <br /> and sensitive coastal environment requires a special permit from the Florida Department of <br /> Environmental Protection.This course examines the regulatory framework and practical aspects of 66 <br /> httpJ/floridaenet.com/topic-descriptions/ 12/16 <br />