EPA Workshops on Green Infrastructure in Atlanta
Location
Atlanta City Hall
Old Council Chambers
3rd Floor Tower
55 Trinity Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30303
Hotel & Parking Information
May 4-5, 2009—Managing Wet Weather with Green Infrastructure Workshop
Sponsored by U.S. EPA, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division and the City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management
Purpose
This workshop is intended primarily for municipal governments with wet weather management responsibilities, i.e., stormwater, combined sewer overflows, sanitary sewer overflows and nonpoint source runoff. The workshop will focus on how these programs can be effectively managed using green infrastructure technologies and approaches.
Agenda Topics
- The benefits of green infrastructure practices, including:
- Reduced and delayed stormwater runoff
- Runoff enhanced groundwater recharge
- Stormwater pollutant reductions
- Increased land values
- Construction Savings
- Operation and maintenance
- Retrofitting green infrastructure practices
- Case study of green infrastructure design and construction
- Local incentives for green infrastructure
- Relevant municipal codes and ordinances work session
The workshop will include the opportunity for discussions with national experts, municipal operators, and state and federal regulators on the many facets of implementing a green infrastructure program.
Parking and Transportation
Public parking is available on Trinity Avenue across the street from the Atlanta City Hall
MARTA Train – $1.75 per ride. Get off at either of these stations based on which line:
GA State Station (East-West Line)
Five Points Station (North-South Line)
Hotel Information
A variety of hotels are available. The following website has a good listing of possible hotels in all price ranges and quality.
Downtown Atlanta Hotels www.downtownhotelsatlanta.com
