2026 Program Schedule
2026 Program Schedule
All events & sessions (besides the Thursday night reception) will take place at the Baird Center.
Sunday, May 31
| 8:00am-5:00pm CST | Workshop: Floodplain Management 101 The Floodplain Management 101 is a full-day training workshop which provides a comprehensive introduction to floodplain management and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). It is tailored for professionals with less than two years of experience. Participants will gain foundational knowledge of NFIP regulations, permitting and ordinance administration, FEMA flood maps and studies, and the basics of flood insurance. The course blends lecture, discussion, and hands-on exercises—including a mapping activity using Flood Insurance Studies (FIS) and Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs)—to reinforce key concepts. Designed to support workforce development and improve program accessibility, this workshop equips new floodplain administrators with the tools and confidence to navigate their responsibilities and support community resilience. Presenters: Shanna Michael, GISP, CFM, ABS Group and Jen Marcy, PMP, CFM, AtkinsRéalis $95 additional fee |
| 10:00am-5:30pm CST | Registration Desk Hours |
| 10:00am-1:00pm CST | ASFPM Board Meeting |
| 12:30-5:00 pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Menomonee River Flood Management Bike Tour Bike tour! This 22-mile round-trip cycling tour brings you up close to >$200M in Menomonee River flood management projects! The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District has implemented a comprehensive system from the river’s headwaters to its mouth in downtown Milwaukee. This tour focuses on six projects—including levee systems, flood storage basins, and concrete channel rehabilitation—that together reduce flood risk for regional residents and industry while improving fish passage and enhancing the environment. Space is limited! $60 additional fee |
| 1:00pm-2:30pm CST | ASFPM Board & Committee Co-Chairs Luncheon (Invitation Only) |
| 1:00-5:00pm CST | Workshop: They did what??? Geospatial decision making, How it drives the data that applies to floodplain management and mapping We all have a job, and make decisions based on the needs of that job. This drives data which is created based on the decisions regarding the needs of our job. From GIS tech to surveyor to tax assessor to legislator we are often trying to make round data fit in a square hole. This workshop will take the time to discuss current floodplain mapping requirements, how decisions are made to create that data, how data is shared, how it is all correct, and all wrong, all at the same time. We will discuss how to coordinate data creation, plans for data use in the future, partnering to determine standards and requirements, and where we need to think through what our data will mean to others. This workshop will include an overview of working through local, state and federal datasets and partners; where to find data around floodplain mapping and throughout the nation; how to understand existing data standards and the partners in the process and where to find all the people we need to make all this work happen. Presenters: Hope Morgan, NCPLS, GISP, CFM, AECOM; Scott Davis, NC WAM, NC SAM, SWIT, AECOM; and Kelsey Peterson, CFM, AECOM $50 additional fee |
| 1:00-5:00pm CST | Workshop: Planning Beyond the Hydrograph: Strategic Foresight for Future Flood Risks Floodplain management is getting harder: climate shifts, rapid tech changes, and policy uncertainty make long-term planning feel like guesswork. This workshop introduces Strategic Foresight—a practical, structured way to prepare for multiple possible futures. You’ll explore plausible 10–20-year scenarios, stress-test your current strategies, and identify actions that hold up across uncertainty. We’ll use two hands-on tools: the Scenario Impact Matrix (to map risks and opportunities) and Time Cone Mapping (to prioritize near- and long-term steps). You’ll leave with a clearer view of what’s coming—and a roadmap for building resilience before disruption arrives. Presenters: Jonathan Villines, PE, Mile High Flood District and Christin Shepherd, PE, CFM, Mile High Flood District $50 additional fee |
| 1:00-5:00pm CST | Workshop: FEMA Benefit-Cost Analysis Best Practices Applicants and subapplicants frequently identify the benefit cost analysis (BCA) tool and data requirements as a barrier to completing FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance grant applications. The goal of this session will be to help applicants and subapplicants better understand data and documentation requirements as well as common mistakes and resolutions. BCA experts who perform hundreds of BCA reviews every year will cover a variety of frequently asked questions about the BCA, discuss common BCA mistakes, and provide recommendations and best practices to consider when preparing a BCA. The focus of this workshop will be flood mitigation projects, but lessons from this workshop can be applied to other project types. The presentation will also provide recommendations on how to get started with your BCA, provide recommendations for when a benefit cost ratio is less than one. This session will also include working examples of the BCA so attendees can learn how to navigate the toolkit and perform a BCA. The session will conclude with a question and answer period where BCA experts will answer specific BCA questions from the audience. Presenters: James Hinds PE, CFM, CDM Smith; Jordan Williams, PMP, CFM, CDM Smith; and Christina Phillips, PE, CDM Smith $50 additional fee |
| 1:00-5:00pm CST | Workshop: What Does Risk-Informed Design Mean for the Engineer of Record’s Toolbox? The industry standard of care for the management of levees and dams continues to evolve toward increasing use of risk-informed design. The repercussions for designers, particularly engineers of record (EORs) that sign and seal construction plan sets and other design documents, will be significant. Will the future Engineer of Record (EOR) work in isolation to do this? This workshop explores how the design process will change to conform with the revised standard of care, what additional responsibilities the EOR will have and what new professional skills the EOR will need to succeed in this changing environment of technical guidance. Presenters: Michael Vecchio, PE, HDR; Stephen Brown, PE, HDR; and Matt Balven, PE, HDR $50 additional fee |
| 1:30-5:00pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Reconnecting the Milwaukee River: Fish Passage and Dam Removal Tour Join us for a walking and bus tour along the Milwaukee River to stretch your legs while viewing and learning about some of the region’s most significant fish restoration efforts. Tour stops will include the Kletzsch Park dam repair and fishway, the Estabrook Falls fish passage, and the North Avenue dam removal. Together, these projects have reconnected 27 miles of waterway to the ancestral spawning grounds of Lake Michigan’s native species—including the prehistoric lake sturgeon. This ecological transformation was made possible through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, in collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Milwaukee County Parks, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, and other dedicated local partners. $50 additional fee |
| 2:30pm-5:30pm CST | ASFPM Committee Chairs Mtg. (Invitation Only) |
| 3:00pm-3:15pm CST | First Timers Orientation |
| 5:00pm-5:15pm CST | First Timers Orientation |
| 5:00pm-6:00pm CST | ASFPM Foundation Young Professionals Community Meeting |
| 6:00pm-9:00pm CST | Welcome Fest The Wisconsin Association for Floodplain, Stormwater, & Coastal Management (WAFSCM) is the Host Chapter for the conference and is coordinating the Welcome Fest. The Welcome Fest is the kickoff event for the annual conference where colleagues can gather and reconnect. To celebrate Milwaukee and Wisconsin, we have created a tailgate theme for the event. Food, beverages, music, and tailgate games will be provided. The highlight of the event will be the chance to meet the Milwaukee Brewers Famous Racing Sausages as well as live polka to step to. Join us for an evening of traditional Wisconsin food, music, and fun—and show your team spirit by wearing your favorite athletic attire. Included with Full and Basic registration |
Monday, June 1
| 7:00am-5:00pm CST | Registration Desk Hours |
| 8:00am-9:00am CST | General Policy Issues Overview & Legislative Update |
| 8:00am – Noon CST | Workshop: Hands-On HEC-RAS 2D Workshop (for Intermediate HEC-RAS 1D Users) Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of HEC-RAS 2D modeling – from scoping and model setup to mesh design, structure integration, results interpretation, and new feature evaluation in 6.6, 6.7, and 2025. The workshop will alternate between brief lectures to introduce concepts and hands-on exercises. Topics covered include building a model from scratch, mesh layout, structures, model review, results interpretation, and new feature capabilities. Over the past decade, Freese and Nichols instructors have led dozens of workshops for local and national conferences, universities, and other entities, including over 1,000 total participants. Presenters: Mark Pauls, PE, CFM, Freese and Nichols, Inc.; Jeremy Dixon, PE, CFM, Freese and Nichols, Inc.; and Hector Olmos, PE, CFM, Freese and Nichols, Inc. $50 additional cost |
| 8:00am – Noon CST | Workshop: Nonstructural Mitigation for Pluvial, Fluvial, and Coastal Flood Events: Integrating Wet and Dry Floodproofing with Early Warning Systems and Building Elevation/Relocation Pluvial, fluvial, and coastal flood events continue to pose growing challenges to communities as rainfall intensities and short duration flash floods exceed traditional drainage and river management capacities. This workshop focuses on how wet and dry floodproofing strategies and elevation/relocation can be effectively applied in dynamic flooding conditions to reduce damage, enhance resilience, and meet National Flood Insurance Program and building code compliance, as well as ASCE 24-24 standards. Participants will examine the key differences between pluvial (rainfall-driven), fluvial (riverine), and coastal (Great Lakes) flooding and the unique performance requirements each presents for mitigation systems. Through real-world case studies, the workshop highlights how wet floodproofing techniques, such as engineered flood openings and flood resistant materials, can protect buildings in repetitive loss zones, dry floodproofing using passive systems, floodproof windows, and certified deployable barrier systems provide essential flood protection. Learn how building elevation or relocation can limit or eliminate future flood damage to residential and nonresidential buildings. The workshop also addresses the growing role of early flood warning technology, showing how predictive rainfall & storm surge, as well as site-specific hydrology and hydraulics can complement nonstructural mitigation to create layered, predictive protection when timing is critical. Presenters: Randall Behm, PE, CFM, Behm Hazard Mitigation, LLC; Tom Little, CFM, Floodproofing.com; Roderick Scott, CFM, Flood Mitigation Industry Association; and David Elvir, US Flood Control $50 additional cost |
| 8:00am – Noon CST | Workshop: Fighting With FEMA: Getting AND Keeping Federal Disaster Assistance Relatively simple mistakes can often torpedo requests for FEMA funding under the Public Assistance program. This session will be a hands on practicum in how to bullet-proof the tracking of labor, equipment and materials when requesting federal disaster assistance. It will cover the practical aspects of proper documentation to qualify for Federal disaster funding. We will discuss language to be avoided in the documentation process, and the policies that should be in place to maximize disaster financial recovery Presenter: Michael Martinet, MS, CEM, The Martinet Group, LLC $50 additional cost |
| 8:00am – Noon CST | Workshop: Elevation Certificates: The proper way to complete and review FEMA’s Elevation Certificate for floodplain management and for CRS This workshop will go through the new Elevation Certificate (released in 2023) section by section to help participants verify forms are being completed correctly by both licensed professionals and local community officials. Specific focus will be applied to building diagrams since they are very important in floodplain management at the local level and insurance rating by the NFIP. The workshop will also cover the proper steps to reviewing ECs for compliance with floodplain management regulations and for credit under the Community Rating System. We will also discuss the two new sections of the EC form, created to help homeowners document building characteristics that could potentially qualify them for insurance discounts without having to hire a surveyor. Presenter: Becca Fricke-Croft, PMP, CFM, AtkinsRealis $50 additional cost |
| 9:00am-9:30am CST | Break |
| 9:30am-1:30pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Kinnickinnic River & Honey Creek Restoration Tour This tour examines a $350M regional initiative by the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District to restore natural function to seven miles of waterways within the Kinnickinnic River watershed, mitigating flood risk for over 660 structures. The itinerary highlights the technical transition from 1960s-era concrete lining to natural stream design, beginning with a 4,000-linear-foot downstream reach requiring significant channel widening and the reconstruction of six bridges. Attendees will evaluate early-out hydraulic improvements near I-94, integrated floodplain storage projects at local parks that utilize dredged lagoons for offline detention, and headwaters restoration designed to attenuate “flashy” stormwater flows. These sites demonstrate the engineering complexities of urban river restoration, including bioengineered bank stabilization, expanded hydraulic capacity, and the strategic reconnection of a high-risk floodplain to its natural environment. Snacks will be provided. $60 additional cost |
| 9:30 am-3:30 pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Great Lakes Coastal Resilience Tour **TOUR IS FULL** This tour will highlight Lake Michigan’s diverse coastal landscapes and nature-based engineering solutions designed to address flooding, erosion, and water quality challenges. The first stop will be Samuel Myers Park in Racine, where green infrastructure and coastal dune and wetland restoration have improved nearshore water quality, habitat, and resilience to fluctuating lake levels. Next, attendees will learn about bluff restoration projects in Oak Creek that demonstrate how legacy industrial sites are being transformed into parks that provide public access to the lake. Attendees will also visit Milwaukee’s South Shore Beach. Once among the nation’s poorest in water quality, this beach is now rehabilitated through more than a decade of study, design, and construction. Lunch will be provided during the tour. $85 additional cost (includes lunch) |
| 9:30am-11:30am CST | NATIONAL POLICY DISCUSSIONS International Policy Floodplain Regulations Map. & Eng. Standards Mitigation Professional Development Higher Education & AI Sub-Committee Post-Disaster Recovery Open for all attendees |
| 10:00am-10:15am CST | First Timers Orientation |
| Noon-1:00pm CST | Lunch on your own (on-site concessions will be available) |
| Noon-1:00pm CST | REGIONAL DISCUSSION SESSIONS Hosted by your elected Regional Directors (organized by FEMA regions). |
| 1:10pm-5:10pm CST | Workshop: Practical AI for Readiness and Governance: Turning Curiosity into Capability This interactive workshop helps participants move from awareness to action. Through guided exercises, scenario-based discussions, and structured planning tools, attendees will explore real-world applications of AI across ASFPM focus areas—from predictive modeling and mitigation to communication, equity, and governance. Participants will leave with a tailored AI Readiness Plan, a framework for ethical adoption, and language for building cultural and leadership buy-in. The session emphasizes responsible innovation, organizational readiness, and practical planning. Presenters: Phetmano Phannavong, PE, PMP, CFM, AIGP, AECOM and Skye King, MS, MPH, Geode Lifeworks $60 additional cost |
| 1:30pm-3:30pm CST | NATIONAL POLICY DISCUSSIONS Risk Communication & Social Justice Task Force Flood Insurance Coastal Issues Stormwater Mgmt., Natural & Beneficial Functions, and No Adverse Impact Nonstructural Floodproofing Arid Regions Open for all attendees |
| 1:30pm-3:30pm CST | CTP Conversation |
| 2:00-5:00pm CST | CFM Exam Pre-registration required. Apply for the CFM Exam here and write in “ASFPM Conference Milwaukee” for your prefered test location. |
| 3:00pm-3:15pm CST | First Timers Orientation |
| 3:30pm-4:00pm CST | Break |
| 4:00pm-5:00pm CST | ASFPM Members Meeting |
| 5:00pm-7:00pm CST | Exhibits Grand Opening/Social Sponsored by Stantec |
| 7:00pm-? CST | Dinner on your own, enjoy Milwaukee! |
Tuesday, June 2
| 7:00am-7:00pm CST | Exhibit Hall Hours |
| 7:00am-5:00pm CST | Registration Desk Hours |
| 7:45am-8:30am CST | Light Breakfast |
| 8:30am-10:00am CST | Plenary Session: Back to the Future: Floodplain Management 50 Years Past and 50 Years Hence Sponsored by: Michael Baker International This plenary takes a look back—and a look ahead—at our nation’s floodplain management policies. After more than 50 years of practice, what approaches have proven effective, and where have we fallen short? Looking forward, what do we think we need to do to reduce flood damages, build state/community resilience and protect our floodplain resources over the next 50 years? French Wetmore, CFM-retired Mark Riebau, CFM-retired Annie Mack Vest, CFM, Executive Director, Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management |
| 10:00am-10:15am CST | First Timers Orientation |
| 10:00am-10:30am CST | Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:30am-Noon CST | CONCURRENT SESSION A Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| 10:30am-Noon CST | Chapter Meeting |
| Noon-1:30 pm CST | Celebrating 50 Years of ASFPM & 30 Years of the ASFPM Foundation: Anniversary Luncheon Celebrate ASFPM’s 50th Anniversary and the ASFPM Foundation’s 30th Anniversary at this special luncheon honoring our history, achievements, and future. Included in FULL registration. |
| 1:45pm‐3:15pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION B Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| 1:45pm‐3:15pm CST | ASFPM Foundation Student Paper Competition |
| 1:00pm-5:00pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Green Stormwater Infrastructure Walking Tour **TOUR IS FULL** This 2.2-mile walking tour in Shorewood, Wisconsin, explores ten distinct types of green stormwater infrastructure practices through an innovative experience that blends live narration with locative audio technology. Developed by the University of Wisconsin Cartography Lab in collaboration with Wisconsin Sea Grant and UW-Madison Division of Extension, the audio tour utilizes a smartphone’s GPS and spatial sensors to deliver site-specific sound and multimedia—including maps, photos, and custom diagrams—as users move along the route. At each stop, participants will learn about water-capture capacities, the benefits of nature-based solutions, and the limitations of traditional gray infrastructure, while engaging with critical thinking prompts designed to encourage local GSI adoption. Although tour guides will narrate the primary content, participants are encouraged to bring a fully charged smartphone and earbuds to test the location-aware technology firsthand, demonstrating how emerging methods in mobile cartography can create immersive and accessible ways to share a community’s environmental investments. $60 additional fee |
| 1:00pm-5:00pm CST | Fresh Coast Legacy Boat Tour **TOUR IS FULL** Join your fellow conference attendees for a pontoon boat excursion on the three rivers and harbor that are part of Milwaukee’s rich tradition as a coastal community on the Fresh Coast of Lake Michigan. This experience offers a relaxing trip along the city’s scenic harbor, paired with stories and insights on river revitalization, harbor history, and local recreation. The route encompasses the Milwaukee River with a short stop at Lakefront Brewery for refreshments. From there, we will cruise back toward the inner harbor for an excursion up the Menomonee River, passing the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District HQ and two future restoration sites. We will then travel to the Kinnickinnic River to view ongoing and upcoming projects. Weather permitting, we will venture into the outer harbor and past iconic landmarks like the Hoan Bridge and Discovery World to learn about the evolution of Milwaukee’s lakefront and shipping legacy. Light snacks and water will be included, and guests may purchase refreshments at the Lakefront Brewery. $60 additional fee |
| 2:30pm-4:30pm CST | Workshop: Precision Unlocked: Integrating Survey Data into 2D Base Level Engineering Models A practical, straightforward guide to using field survey data in your 2D models! We will learn to review survey data from contractors, run a 2D simulation in HEC-RAS, compare outcomes, and walk through the most common errors so you can avoid them in your own projects. Join us for the answers to all the survey-to-model questions you were never quite sure who to ask! Presenters: Shray Garg, AECOM Technical Services Inc. and Samagra Rana, PE, AECOM Technical Services Inc. $50 additional fee |
| 2:30pm-4:30pm CST | Workshop: From Babbling Brook to Whitewater Rapids–What to Know About Camping by that River! A beautiful campground aside a lovely river–what could possibly be bad about that? Plenty–if your campground isn’t prepared. This workshop will look at examples of what has, and can, go wrong, will identify ways to spot trouble, and will provide a possible template for action. This workshop is ideal for local and State officials who work with campgrounds in risk areas, those who want to learn more about campground flood risk and what has happened in such places in the past, or who just for those who just want to learn more about Emergency Action Plans and how they apply to campgrounds. Presenter: Jeffrey Herd, ASFPM $50 additional fee |
| 3:15pm-3:45pm CST | Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 3:45pm‐5:15pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION C Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| 5:15pm-7:00pm CST | Exhibits Social Sponsored by CDM Smith |
| 7:00pm-? CST | Dinner on your own – enjoy Milwaukee! |
Wednesday, June 3
| 7:00am-3:30pm CST | Exhibit Hall Open |
| 7:00am-5:00pm CST | Registration Desk |
| 7:00am-10:00am CST | Running of the Chapters 5K Run/Walk – The Ope! Sign Up Here |
| 7:45am-8:30am CST | Light Breakfast |
| 8:30am-10:00am CST | Plenary Session: What’s Next for the NFIP? Perspectives from Those Who Know the Program Best Change has buffeted the NFIP in recent years. From Risk Rating 2.0, plans for transitioning the program’s approach to flood mapping, to recommendations from the FEMA Review Council, there are many ideas to consider. Yet some of the best ideas for improvements can come from those who have overseen those programs. This panel consists of former FEMA program managers who have administered various elements of the NFIP and have recently left federal service. What are some areas we should consider improving? What proposals are problematic? Paul Huang, Vice President, Civilian Sector, OST Global Luis Rodriguez, PE, Program Director for Public Sector Engineering Resilience, AECOM Laura Algeo, PE, Managing Partner, Operational Strategy, SNA Partners, LLC |
| 10:00am-10:30am CST | Break in Exhibit Hall |
| 10:30am-Noon CST | CONCURRENT SESSION D Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| Noon-1:30pm CST | Open lunch (on-site concessions available for purchase in exhibit hall) |
| Noon-1:30pm CST | State Roundtable Connect with fellow State NFIP Coordinators and Hazard Mitigation Officers and learn about key activities underway at ASFPM. This session is by invitation only and limited to State NFIP Coordinators, State Hazard Mitigation Officers, and their staff. Bring your own lunch. |
| 12:30pm-4:30pm CST | Technical Field Tour: 30th Street Industrial Corridor Green Infrastructure Tour Led by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, this tour explores the transformation of the 30th Street Industrial Corridor into a flood-resilient economic hub through the lens of innovative green infrastructure. You will see how an integrated system of dry stormwater basins in historic flood-prone areas was engineered to help solve the catastrophic flooding of 2008 and 2010. Beyond the engineering, you’ll see how community-driven design turned these vital green infrastructure projects into vibrant public spaces featuring remediated brownfields, native landscapes, walking paths, and public art. Discover how this collaborative effort has not only revitalized neighborhoods but has also helped mitigate basement backups in the area since becoming operational in 2018. $50 additional fee |
| 12:30pm-5:00pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Menomonee River Flood Management Bus Tour This bus and walking tour brings you up close to >$200M in Menomonee River flood management projects! The Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District has implemented a comprehensive system from the river’s headwaters to its mouth in downtown Milwaukee. This tour focuses on six projects—including levee systems, flood storage basins, and concrete channel rehabilitation—that together reduce flood risk for regional residents and industry while improving fish passage and enhancing the environment. $50 additional fee |
| Noon-1:30pm CST | Chapter Networking Lunch – Bring your own lunch and mingle with other chapter members. |
| 1:30pm-3:00pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION E Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| 3:00pm-3:30pm CST | Break, Final Exhibits Viewing |
| 3:30pm-5:00pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION F Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| 3:45am-5:15pm CST | Career Paths in Floodplain Management Young professionals will meet with seasoned floodplain and flood risk management professionals to help further advance their careers in the field. |
| 6:00pm-9:0pm CST | ASFPM Foundation Donor Appreciation Reception & Live Auction (Ticket required) |
| 6:30pm-? CST | Dinner on your own, enjoy Milwaukee! |
Thursday, June 4
| 7:00am-5:00pm CST | Registration Desk Hours |
| 7:00am-8:30am CST | Light Breakfast |
| 8:30am-10:00am CST | Plenary Session: Owning Our Future: State & Local Success Stories A perennial favorite among conference attendees, our plenary on state and local success stories shines a spotlight on what’s possible in floodplain management. Learn from your peers as they share practical strategies and creative solutions that have made a measurable difference in their states and communities. Whether it’s improving compliance, launching bold initiatives, or building innovative partnerships—these stories offer real-world approaches to tackling today’s floodplain management challenges. Kevin Schaffer, Executive Director, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District Phetmano Phannavong, PE, PMP, CFM, Senior Stategic Advisor, AECOM, representing the Norfolk, VA CSRM Project team |
| 10:00am-10:30am CST | Break |
| 10:30am-Noon CST | CONCURRENT SESSION G Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| Noon-1:45 pm CST | ASFPM National Awards Luncheon Included in FULL registration |
| 1:30pm-5:00pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Reconnecting the Milwaukee River: Fish Passage and Dam Removal Tour Join us for a walking and bus tour along the Milwaukee River to stretch your legs while viewing and learning about some of the region’s most significant fish restoration efforts. Tour stops will include the Kletzsch Park dam repair and fishway, the Estabrook Falls fish passage, and the North Avenue dam removal. Together, these projects have reconnected 27 miles of waterway to the ancestral spawning grounds of Lake Michigan’s native species—including the prehistoric lake sturgeon. This ecological transformation was made possible through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, in collaboration with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Milwaukee County Parks, the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District, and other dedicated local partners. $60 additional fee |
| 2:00pm-3:30 pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION H Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| 2:00pm-4:00pm CST | Technical Field Tour: Fresh Coast Green Communities: Valhalla Wetlands Site Tour **TOUR IS FULL** Get outdoors for a couple of hours and join RES, Greenprint Partners, and the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District for a site tour of the Valhalla Wetlands project in northwest Milwaukee. Completed in November 2025, Valhalla is a newly constructed stormwater wetland that captures approximately 4.67 million gallons of stormwater during a 100-year rain event. It is MMSD’s largest single nature-based solution completed to date under the Fresh Coast Green Communities program, a public–private, pay-for-performance partnership led by MMSD and Greenprint that supports MMSD’s broader goal of creating 740 million gallons of green infrastructure storage. The project integrates earthwork, site storm sewer utilities, and native plantings—including mesic prairie–savanna, shallow marsh, hardwood swamp, and wet prairie—to create a resilient green infrastructure solution. A new 0.75-mile trail encircles the site, featuring a 1,000-linear-foot boardwalk that winds through delineated forested wetlands and offers opportunities for community engagement. No cost to attendee as this is sponsored by RES – first come, first serve |
| 2:30pm-4:30pm CST | Workshop: From the Hill to the Hometown: Advocacy, Action, and the Road Ahead Come learn how ASFPM identifies priorities, crafts “asks,” and builds bipartisan support through data-driven storytelling and professional relationships and explore how technical expertise from ASFPM members feeds into policy development. And as the nation approaches the 2026 midterm elections, we will examine how shifting political dynamics may influence the floodplain management landscape and consider potential implications of a divided Congress, evolving federal priorities under the current administration. Presenters: Elizabeth Duffy, ASFPM; Meg Galloway, PE, ASFPM; David Conrad, CFM, ASFPM $50 additional fee |
| 3:30pm-4:00pm CST | Break |
| 4:00pm – 5:30pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION J Concurrent Session Program Full Program Open to All Attendees |
| 6:30pm-10:30pm CST | OFF-SITE NETWORKING RECEPTION The New Fashioned – Downtown Milwaukee To celebrate the ASFPM’s 50th Annual Conference, we’re turning back the clock and getting far out at a 1970s-themed party at The New Fashioned in downtown Milwaukee. Slip on your bell bottoms, platform shoes, or favorite vintage-inspired look and enjoy hyperbowling, live music, and a lively atmosphere that captures the spirit of the ’70s—ASFPM style. Whether you’re ready to dance the night away or just want to mingle and celebrate this milestone, this throwback party is one you won’t want to miss. Let’s celebrate 50 years—peace, love, and flood resilience ✌️🪩 Food & beverage included. Included in FULL registration, $60 a la carte |
Tuesday, June 2
| 8:30am-10:00am CST | Plenary Session |
| 10:30am-Noon CST | CONCURRENT SESSION A |
| Noon-1:30 pm CST | Celebrating 50 Years of ASFPM & 30 Years of the ASFPM Foundation: Anniversary Luncheon program |
| 1:45pm‐3:15pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION B |
| 3:45pm‐5:15pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION C |
Wednesday, June 3
| 8:30am-10:00am CST | Plenary Session |
| 10:30am-Noon CST | CONCURRENT SESSION D |
| Noon-1:30pm CST | Virtual Lunch |
| 1:30pm-3:00pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION E |
| 3:30pm-5:00pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION F |
Thursday, June 4
| 8:30am-10:00am CST | Plenary Session |
| 10:30am-Noon CST | CONCURRENT SESSION G |
| Noon-1:45 pm CST | ASFPM National Awards Luncheon Program |
| 2:00pm-3:30 pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION H |
| 4:00pm – 5:30pm CST | CONCURRENT SESSION J |