3.      Regional Representatives’ Reports

No regional representatives were present. Julie Constan reported for Mike Meininger that Northwest Region is planning an activity. Details will be forthcoming.
 

a) Floodplain – No report was made.

b) Stormwater Quality (Kevin McBride) – The tentative date for the summer field trip is July 23rd. Stapleton will be included again on this year’s tour. John Doerfer is visiting other sites for inclusion on the tour. Participants will be charged $25 to cover the cost of the bus and food. Kevin noted that a check from CASFM would be required to reserve the bus. The cost will be reimbursed with the participants’ fees. Depending on the number of participants, cost of the bus and food, the field trip could result in a net loss for CASFM. If so, the difference will come from the budget for workshops and seminars.

CASFM has a seat on the Colorado Non-point Source Council. Kevin is looking for an alternate to attend the meetings, which are held every other month. Julie Constan volunteered.
 

c) Scholarship – Dr. Guo has made it known that he plans to donate $1500 to the CASFM scholarship. CASFM has committed $2000 for a scholarship in its budget. Stuart Gardner suggested that when donations are made to the scholarship, a larger scholarship, or an additional scholarship be awarded. After discussion, it was decided that Stuart would talk to Jeremy Franz and ask him to develop a plan to handle scholarship donations. The plan will be discussed at the next meeting.
 

d) Outreach – No report was made.
 

e) Membership (Brad Anderson) – To date there are 549 members, compared to about 510 at this same time last year and 580 total members in 2003.
 

f) Website (Stuart Gardner) – The conference information and membership roster have been updated.

 

5.      Workshop & Seminars - Kevin Gingery

The Urban Drainage and Flood Control District’s workshop that was held on April 28th was well attended with approximately 250 attendees.

Kevin Houck noted that the CWCB will offer “Floodplain Management 101” August 24 – 27 at locations throughout the state. The tentative locations are Greeley, Pueblo, Montrose and Glenwood Springs.
 

6.      2004 Conference

The draft program was distributed and reviewed. Plenary session topics that are being considered include discussions for innovative funding options, risk management, policy implications, implementation options, or focusing on one project and discussing all aspects of the project.

The workshop times have been increased and additional sessions have been added on Thursday and Friday. There are still 4 too many talks that will be trimmed from the schedule.

One possible presenter owes CASFM for past conference registration, extra conference meals and membership registration. Brad Anderson will call to discuss and resolve the matter before including this presenter in this year’s conference.
 

7.      Newsletter – Jamie Cribbs

The next newsletter is planned for the end of June. Articles are needed.

8.      Other Items not on the Agenda

Ray Tenney volunteered to help guide a river raft trip during this year’s conference. With the rafts that he and his staff have available, 15 – 20 people could be accommodated. Because of liability concerns, it may be better to use a commercial guide service. If a commercial service is used, Ray and his staff could still be available to lead discussions during the trip.

Brad Anderson told the attendees that Jamie Cribbs has been looking at locations for the 2005 conference. The Steamboat Springs Sheraton can provide the needed facilities for an agreeable cost and the desired dates. She would like to book the Sheraton for 2005 and start looking immediately for the 2006 location. After discussion, it was decided that she should do so.

Officer elections are coming up. David Mallory is interested in the treasurer’s position that will be open.