Thursday, December 10, 1pm CDT

Speaker:  Kimberly Strong, City of Chattanooga, Public Information Specialist

Topic: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion

Description:  Diversity awareness is essential for the continued growth and vitality of an organization. Those organizations who intend to remain relevant today and long into the future recognize the strategic importance of diversity and inclusion both as a workforce and as a membership organization.  There is no right way or one-size-fits all method for diversity and inclusion.  Kimberly Strong, Chair of the National American Public Works Association's Diversity and Inclusion Committee will share her insights on what the American Public Works Association is doing in the area of Diversity and Inclusion, and provide you a few tips on how you can advance diversity and inclusion with your members and volunteers. The American Public Works Association has a membership of 30,000 -   representing the United States and Canada. 

REGISTRATION CLOSES NOON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9

See below for the TNSA Talk Schedule

UPCOMING TNSA TALKS

Thursday, December 17, 1pm CDT

Speaker: Aaron Rogge, CDM Smith

Topic: Stormwater Modeling 201 – 21st Century Techniques

Description:  This presentation expands on “101” and is intended to interpret the dense science of stormwater modeling to a general audience of stormwater professionals. The presentation will take learners through a breakdown of modeling and master plan development, including the following sub-topics: finding quality data sources, building an example basin model, confronting unusual circumstances like pumps dams or karst, applying stormwater management features, and a gaze into the crystal ball for the future of the science.

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