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Association of STATE FLOODPLAIN MANAGERS
This page is only meant to highlight specific events and happenings from the National Organization (ASFPM). For details surrounding specific events and a wealth of other information, please visit ASFPM at www.floods.org
The ASFPM 2011 Conference Website can be accessed here.
Scholarships Available
The Association of State Floodplain Managers will convene the world's largest and most comprehensive floodplain management conference – our 35th annual gathering – the week of May 15 – 20, 2011, in Louisville, Kentucky. The theme for 2011 is derived from Kentucky's rich horse racing history combined with the goal of effectively managing flood risk. Kentucky has an expansive and complex stream system with over 90,000 miles of rivers and streams and more navigable miles of water than any other state, except Alaska. Subsequently, this abundance of water also puts Kentucky at significant risk from flooding. Although the state has exposure to many risks, flooding poses the greatest risk to property and life by far. The unique geography of the state also means that Kentucky is home to many types of flooding including significant flash flooding, sinkholes, and riverine flooding.
Throughout the week, 200 of the industry's experts will conduct plenary and concurrent sessions and share the state-of-the-art in techniques, programs, and resources to accomplish flood mitigation, watershed management, and other community goals. A three-day comprehensive exposition features the materials, equipment, accessories, and services vital to get the job done. Supplementary technical field tours and training workshops provide in-depth training. Numerous networking activities offer additional opportunities to learn from each other.
In support of the 2011 ASFPM conference in Louisville, KY, INAFSM is offering 3scholarships to help local community officials who are INAFSM members to attend this year’s national conference. The scholarships will pay for the registration fee to attend the conference. The GENERAL REGISTRATION includes admission to the Sunday welcome reception, the Monday through Thursday conference program, exhibits, the early bird sessions, Tuesday and Thursday luncheons , Tuesday and Thursday evening events, refreshment breaks, conference materials, participants list, a reserved electronic copy of the proceedings, AND 1 Supplemental Training Opportunity (choice of workshop or technical field tour).
Successful scholarship winners will be responsible for all other cost to attend the conference such as hotel and per diem costs. Selected scholarship winners agree to serve as moderators at the INAFSM annual conference during September 14 – 16, 2011 at Pokagon State Park. Application submittals are due March 18, 2011.
Submit applications electronically to INAFSM at udahl@cbbel-in.com and in the subject line please include, “ASFPM Scholarship Application.”
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Call for Abstracts and Award Nominations
For questions regarding concurrent session topics, contact Steve McMaster, Conference Program Chair. For questions about presenting a workshop – please contact Kait Laufenberg, Workshop Coordinator.
If you have questions about an award or the process, please contact Diane Brown, Communications Manager.
For additional information, please read this document.