AEP 2005 Conference - Sacramento, CA

Note: River Rafting Mobile Workshop has been cancelled Water and Natural Resources Of great concern to all residents of California is the availability of an adequate water supply. A variety of water resource issues are discussed as part of three individual sessions. Additional sessions will present information on habitat restoration case studies, farmland conversion issues, and wildlife migration corridor preservation strategies. Habitat conservation strategies will also be addressed  through a session describing alternatives to HCPs and NCCPs. CEQA/NEPA Compliance Understanding the California Environmental Quality Act and the National Environmental Policy Act is at the heart of what we do as environmental professionals. Session topics will be varied and include discussions on preparing superior environmental compliance documents and a summary of recent CEQA/NEPA case law related to water projects. This year’s conference will also include a CEQA reform workshop and a CEQA update session. Growth and Regional Planning Promoting smart growth and green planning are key topics in developing future livable communities. Session topics will include discussions on school site planning, multi-modal transportation management strategies, and local community in-fill trends. Other sessions will include presentations on tribal development, public participation programs, and the future of Lake Tahoe. Also Inside: • Conference Brochure • Conference-at-a-Glance • Registration Form • Opening Reception • Mobile Workshops • Hotel & Transportation • Sponsorship, Exhibit Booths, Advertising • Save the Date Poster • Conference Committee The Superior California Chapter of AEP welcomes you to Sacramento for the 2005 AEP  conference. Anticipate a variety of informative in-house sessions, rousing mobile workshops, and several special events. The historic “River City” offers fascinating attractions for you to see and  experience, including the State Capitol, the historic Crocker Art Museum, art galleries, local theater, historic Old Sacramento and the Sacramento River. With many of these attractions located within walking distance of the Holiday Inn Hotel Capitol Plaza, this makes the hotel an ideal location for the conference. Downtown Sacramento also offers a variety of delicious dining opportunities including several unique locations in Old Sacramento. A water taxi service allows visitors to enjoy even greater entertainment opportunities along the Sacramento River. As this year’s conference is located in Sacramento, the conference theme will focus on our leadership in addressing many of the State’s key environmental issues. Consequently, you can be assured that you will be empowered with ideas to better assess, plan, and manage the  issues that you encounter as an environmental professional. If that weren’t enough, the conference will also provide a great opportunity to catch up with old friends! Thank You to Our Sponsors: Sacramento River Sponsor EDAW  American River Sponsors SWCA Environmental Consultants RECON Environmental, Inc. Jackson, DeMarco, & Peckenpaugh Remy, Thomas, Moose, and Manley, LLP LSA Associates, Inc. Wildlands North State Resources, Inc. Exhibitors The Planning Center Jones & Stokes P&D Consultants PSOMAS Solano Press For information on sponsor and advertising opportunities, please contact Kent Norton