Maine DEP Nonpoint Source Training: Land Use Regulations and Stream Crossings

COVID POLICY FOR IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS AT THE WELLS RESERVE

Attendees must provide proof that they are fully vaccinated with an FDA approved COVID-19 vaccine. Legitimate, legible, original vaccination cards and physical or electronic copies will be accepted. Please send confirmation to Emily Greene at egreene@une.edu - thank you!

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Provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test, which includes a negative PCR test or rapid antigen which must be administered within 72 hours of the start of the performance or event. The test results must clearly show the date and time of the test. This test may be performed by a medical professional or by using an over-the-counter testing kit. A time-stamped photo of an at-home test result is acceptable. Please send confirmation to Emily Greene at egreene@une.edu - thank you!

HOSTED BY THE MAINE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, NONPOINT SOURCE TRAINING CENTER and the WELLS RESERVE

This in-person training features two half-day workshops. Join us in the morning to learn about Maine land use regulations or join us in the afternoon for stream crossing design and installation! Feeling up to educating yourself all day? Join us for the FULL day training with lunch included! Learn more below. During registration, please choose the ticket that best fits your schedule.

FULL DAY WORKSHOP & LUNCH ($30) 8am-4:30pm 

Registration before June 1st at a discounted rate is $25. No refunds after May 31st but registration may be transferred.

MORNING WORKSHOP ONLY ($15) 8am-12pm

Maine Land Use Regulations: Shoreland Zoning, Maine’s Natural Resources Protection Act, Army Corps of Engineers

Determining where certain land use and natural resource regulations apply and what standards need to be followed can be a complicated topic for many contractors, landowners, and government officials alike. This class will explore the individual regulations that those working or disturbing soil in Maine may encounter including local Shoreland Zoning Ordinances, state natural resource protection laws, stormwater regulations, federal rules and regulations, and the ways that they interact.

The program will cover Maine’s Shoreland Zoning Law, Erosion and Sedimentation Control Law, the Natural Resources Protection Act, as well as regulations administered by the Army Corps of Engineers.

The program will also include discussion of jurisdiction and permit requirements for each entity, ways these regulations overlap, identifying natural resources, and most importantly, it will provide attendees with contacts and resources for technical, permitting, and other assistance.

This class qualifies for 4 hours of Continuing Education Credit for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Anyone interested in encouraged to attend and may also be of interest to Code Enforcement Officers, inspectors, municipal officials, homeowners, and contractors.

AFTERNOON WORKSHOP ONLY ($15) 12:30pm - 4:30pm

Stream Crossing Design and Installation

Maine has approximately 45,000 miles of rivers and streams, many of which intersect with the 30,000 miles of roads throughout the state. The design and proper installation of stream crossings is important to the continued resiliency of our road network and reducing flooding impacts, but also is extremely important to the ability of our fish and wildlife to access the habitat needed to sustain their populations for generations to come.

During this 4-hour introductory course, participants will be exposed to aspects of stream crossing design such as structure selection and sizing, requirements for aquatic organism passage, state and federal regulations related to new and replacement stream crossings, as well as tools and techniques for the installation of crossings that minimize the impact of construction activities on the stream to maintain water quality.

This class qualifies for 4 hours of Continuing Education Credit for individuals Certified in Erosion Control Practices by Maine DEP. Anyone interested in encouraged to attend and may also be of interest to Code Enforcement Officers, inspectors, municipal officials, homeowners, and contractors.

Please contact Emily Greene for more information at egreene@une.edu.