EOS Alliance

Introduction to the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
Course ID: WAPOL-407
January 15, 2010, 8:30 A.M. to 4 P.M.
NWETC - Headquarters
650 South Orcas Street, Suite 220
Seattle, WA 98108
PHONE: (206) 762-1976 | FAX: (206) 762-1979

Instructors: Rebecca Echevarria; UrbanGro Ltd
Guest Speaker: Annie Szvetecz ; WA Department of Ecology

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Description: This one-day course provides participants with hands-on experience in the use of environmental analysis methods required by State and National Environmental Policy Acts (SEPA and NEPA). The purpose of the course is to provide an understanding of the impacts, concerns and alternatives available to project managers and individuals working within the guidelines of the SEPA and NEPA policy parameters. The course will discuss assessment, factors in decision-making and resource management, feasibility of alternatives as well as implementation resources in the planning process and beyond. The course will also explore public interaction, proposal preparation and provide an understanding of how to correlate desired results with existing conditions and social requirements.

About the Instructor:
Rebecca Echevarria- Rebecca Echevarría is the president of UrbanGro Ltd in Incline Village, NV. She has over 25 years experience in Natural Resource and Land Development. Her education includes certificates and degrees in Accounting, Geographic Information Management, Geography, and Leadership. She also has 25 years experience in AutoCAD, GPS and GIS development and an extensive experience in land surveying and data management techniques. Her experience in SEPA/NEPA includes land development, natural resource management and project management at the local, state and federal levels in WA, CA, OR and NV.

Course Topics:

Introduction by Guest Speaker on SEPA implications and resources

Discussion of SEPA Procedural Requirements

Discussion of Federal Requirements

Environmental Impacts and Concerns

Methodology for Environmental Assessment

Agency Coordination

Public Outreach

Resource Solutions and Concepts

Case Studies

Intended Audience: This course will be beneficial to anyone interested in learning more about SEPA procedures, especially, contractors, developers, planners, engineers, consultants and municipalities.

After completing this course, participants will have: an understanding of SEPA and NEPA guidelines for implementation and completing a project that meets and/or exceeds SEPA, Chapter 197-11.

Course Materials: Attendees will receive a binder containing workshop proceedings and reference material.

Continuing Education Units: .7 CUE's

What to Bring: Pen or pencil, coffee mug, and a water bottle (to reduce waste). Drinks and snacks will be provided each day. Lunch on your own.

Registration: $125* earlybird pricing for registrations received by December 18, 2009, $195 (*$150 reduced tuition is available for Native American tribes; government employees; nonprofits; students; and NAEP, NEBC, RMAEP members). You may register via the link below or by calling the Northwest Environmental Training Center at 206-762-1976.

Cancellation Policy: Registration fees are fully refundable up to 30 days prior to the event and 50% refundable (or 100% credit) thereafter up to 3 business days prior to the event. No refunds are issued for cancellations occurring less than 3 business days before the start day. Course registration fees and cancellation policy are subject to change without notice.

Disability Accommodations: To request disability accommodations, please contact us at info@nwetc.org or (206) 762-1976 at least 30 days prior to the event.