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Northeast Ohio Storm Water Training Consortium Strategic Plan: 2012-2014, Claudette Robey
Northeast Ohio Storm Water Training Consortium Strategic Plan: 2012-2014, Claudette Robey
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Npdes Storm Water Training: Program: Closing Activity Report, Daila Shimek
Npdes Storm Water Training: Program: Closing Activity Report, Daila Shimek
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This report discusses the outcome and evaluation of the training program conducted by the GLEFC and funded by the Ohio EPA’s Office of Environmental Education.
Best Practices: Innovative Funding Mechanisms For Financing A Lead Remediation Program, Claudette Robey, Daila Shimek, Michael Mcgoun, Kara Chernet, Christopher Gollan
Best Practices: Innovative Funding Mechanisms For Financing A Lead Remediation Program, Claudette Robey, Daila Shimek, Michael Mcgoun, Kara Chernet, Christopher Gollan
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The elimination of childhood lead poisoning is a national health policy objective to be attained by the year 2010. A full understanding of the poisoning risks that lead poses for young children and infants evolved as more research focused upon its effects. Some of the first warnings of the potential dangers associated with lead began with studies conducted as early as the 1940s and 1950s. Over time, the link between exposure to lead and reduced cognitive function and impulse control in young children was firmly established. Numerous studies since have linked high blood lead levels to serious learning disabilities, lower …
Environmental Finance Center Network Directory, Vivian Tucker
Environmental Finance Center Network Directory, Vivian Tucker
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Best Practices In Land Bank Operation, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth, Claudette Robey, Christopher Gollan, Matthew Sattler, Jacob Duritsky, Sarah Hudecek
Best Practices In Land Bank Operation, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth, Claudette Robey, Christopher Gollan, Matthew Sattler, Jacob Duritsky, Sarah Hudecek
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In preparation for the development of a strategic business plan for the City of Cleveland to create an industrial/commercial land bank, the GLFEC conducted a best practices scan that encompassed two phases of primary research. The first phase included a thorough review of more than 41 sources of academic and trade literature on the topics of vacant land utilization and management, land banking, land assembly, and vacant and abandoned property policy. The second phase was a survey of 34 land banks and land redevelopment authorities in the United States. This report summarizes the findings of the research and identifies those …
Strategy For The Implementation Of An Industrial Land Bank, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth, Matthew Sattler, Michael Mcgoun, Jacob Duritsky
Strategy For The Implementation Of An Industrial Land Bank, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth, Matthew Sattler, Michael Mcgoun, Jacob Duritsky
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The City of Cleveland plans to create a long-term vision for industrial and commercial land reuse in order to better serve the business and neighborhood interests of its citizens. The implementation of an industrial land bank is one critical way in which to fulfill this goal. This study aimed to develop a strategy to aid the city in the operation and management of rehabilitating commercial and industrial properties for reuse. The objectives of the project were to: * Incorporate a strategy understood by senior managers at the city that identifies a broad economic redevelopment vision, especially for brownfields. * Include …
An Analysis Of The Anerr Coastal Resources Management Training Market, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay, Michael Mcgoun, Michael J. Tevesz
An Analysis Of The Anerr Coastal Resources Management Training Market, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay, Michael Mcgoun, Michael J. Tevesz
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The market analysis for the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve revealed that there is a diverse body of coastal resources management training providers who offer training in the Florida Panhandle. These organizations are primarily either governmental agencies, or institutions of higher education. Most of them offer this training to various audiences as part of their missions, although a select few offer it as the sole purpose of their organizations.
Coastal Training Program: Advisory Council Protocol, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien
Coastal Training Program: Advisory Council Protocol, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien
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The Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve, Ohio Department of Natural Resources Coastal Management Program, and Ohio Sea Grant College Program (the Partners) are developing a comprehensive Coastal Training Program (CTP) to assist Ohio’s coastal decision-makers. The Partners are developing a coordinated and collaborative training strategy and information network that will serve as the framework for local, regional, state, and national coastal resources management training providers.
An Assessment Of The Coastal Training Program Needs Of The Anerr Region, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Kevin O'Brien, Michael Mcgoun, Michael J. Tevesz
An Assessment Of The Coastal Training Program Needs Of The Anerr Region, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Kevin O'Brien, Michael Mcgoun, Michael J. Tevesz
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A series of focus groups were conducted throughout northwest Florida to obtain input from coastal decision-makers into the design and development of a coastal resources management training program for the Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR). The focus groups were comprised of a cross section of coastal and environmental professionals who make decisions affecting coastal and watershed areas. The focus group decision-makers were primarily employed in the public sector (federal, state, local, governmental, nonprofit, or academic), with nearly half of the participants having between six and 15 years of professional experience.
A Summary Of The Findings Of The Coastal Training Market Analysis, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay
A Summary Of The Findings Of The Coastal Training Market Analysis, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay
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The Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve (ANERR) is located in Franklin County on the Florida panhandle within the 19,600-square-mile Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint watershed. Spanning more than 246,000 acres, the Reserve includes areas of Franklin, Gulf, Calhoun, and Liberty counties. The Reserve received its designation in 1979, and is a federal/state partnership with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
Trends Analysis Of Coastal Training Programs In The National Estuarine Research Reserve System, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth, Daniel Baracksay, Michael Mcgoun, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael J. Tevesz
Trends Analysis Of Coastal Training Programs In The National Estuarine Research Reserve System, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth, Daniel Baracksay, Michael Mcgoun, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael J. Tevesz
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The National Estuarine Research Reserves (NERRS) Coastal Training Program (CTP) is a system-wide training program that aims to increase informed decision-making related to coastal resource management at local and regional levels. The CTP serves as the NERRS flagship program for knowledge and information transfer, and provides an effective vehicle to ensure that science-based knowledge and skills get into the hands and minds of those individuals making decisions about the coast on a regular basis in a professional or volunteer capacity. At the local level, Reserve staff conducts intensive planning to develop targeted training programs that complement other training efforts within …
Coastal Training Strategy For The Ohio Lake Erie Basin, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth
Coastal Training Strategy For The Ohio Lake Erie Basin, Claudette Robey, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth
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An analysis of the market for coastal resources management training in Ohio’s Lake Erie basin identified the challenges faced by coastal decision-makers and the disparities currently existing within this market. The primary challenges identified were in the quality of instruction and in the types of training provided. Disparities indicated were with coordination, equipment and logistical factors, external and internal marketing and promotional assistance, funding, personnel and staff assistance, and legislative and regulatory concerns. These disparities are indications of opportunities to establish partnerships and collaborative networks to facilitate coordinated training initiatives; to re-examine and develop course content and locations to better …
Needs Assessment: A Report On Seven Focus Groups In Ohio, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael Mcgoun, Claudette Robey, Michael J. Tevesz, Kirstin S. Toth
Needs Assessment: A Report On Seven Focus Groups In Ohio, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael Mcgoun, Claudette Robey, Michael J. Tevesz, Kirstin S. Toth
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A series of seven focus groups were conducted in various locations throughout northern Ohio to identify and assess coastal resources management training needs across the Ohio Great Lakes basin. The focus groups were comprised of a cross-section of professionals who make decisions affecting watershed areas or Lake Erie coastal areas. Six of the focus groups included decision-makers considered previous and potential users of coastal resources management training (non-providers). A seventh focus group included decision-makers who provide training in coastal resources management (providers).
Coastal Resources Management Training Needs Assessment: Strategies And Opportunities, Kevin O'Brien, Claudette Robey, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael J. Tevesz
Coastal Resources Management Training Needs Assessment: Strategies And Opportunities, Kevin O'Brien, Claudette Robey, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael J. Tevesz
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The Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve (OWC), Ohio Department of Natural Resources-Coastal Management Program (ODNRCMP), and Ohio Sea Grant College Program engaged the Great Lakes Environmental Finance Center (GLEFC) to aid them in developing a coastal resources management training initiative for Ohio coastal decision-makers. Coastal decision-maker professionals are expected to formulate effective strategies and apply interdisciplinary approaches to solving problems and policy issues that affect the environments of coastal regions. There are a number of professionals in a variety of occupations who make decisions regarding coastal and environmental policy issues. These individuals include those within the coastal resources …
Needs Assessment: A Report On Seven Focus Groups In Ohio: Report Summary, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael Mcgoun, Claudette Robey, Michael J. Tevesz, Kirstin S. Toth
Needs Assessment: A Report On Seven Focus Groups In Ohio: Report Summary, Kevin O'Brien, Daniel Baracskay, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael Mcgoun, Claudette Robey, Michael J. Tevesz, Kirstin S. Toth
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Coastal decision-makers and training providers in the Ohio Lake Erie basin participated in seven focus groups to generate information on coastal resources knowledge and training needs. Six of the focus groups were comprised of a cross-section of professionals who make decisions affecting watershed areas or Lake Erie coastal areas (non-providers); the seventh was comprised of training providers (providers). Discussions centered on two main areas: core knowledge needs and training needs.
Coastal Training Market Analysis: Final Report, Kevin O'Brien, Claudette Robey, Daniel Barasckay, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael J. Tevesz
Coastal Training Market Analysis: Final Report, Kevin O'Brien, Claudette Robey, Daniel Barasckay, Wendy A. Kellogg, Michael J. Tevesz
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A market is emerging for policy makers in the area of coastal resources management. Individuals, as professionals or private citizens, are frequently called upon to make decisions regarding coastal environmental issues. The context in which they do so varies considerably; thus education and training in this topic area serves to heighten and expand the knowledge base of the coastal decision-maker.
Market Analysis: Survey Results Exclusive Of The Responses Of The Coastal Training Partners, Kevin O'Brien
Market Analysis: Survey Results Exclusive Of The Responses Of The Coastal Training Partners, Kevin O'Brien
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The Great Lakes Environmental Finance Center (GLEFC) is conducting a market analysis to assist the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Old Woman Creek National Estuarine Research Reserve, and the Ohio Sea Grant College Program in developing a comprehensive training program on coastal resources management for coastal decision-makers. This report is an addendum to the third of four reports to be produced by the Great Lakes Environmental Finance Center (GLEFC) in conjunction with the Coastal Training Market Analysis.
Brownfields One-Stop Shop Forum: A Test Strategy For Inter-Agency Cooperation In Northeast Ohio, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth
Brownfields One-Stop Shop Forum: A Test Strategy For Inter-Agency Cooperation In Northeast Ohio, Kevin O'Brien, Kirstin S. Toth
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The Brownfields One Stop Shop (BOSS) is the culmination of a process created over a year ago that brought together several federal and local public agencies to address the complexities of applying resources to support brownfields redevelopment. The idea was originally developed by the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Region 5 brownfields Project Manager, Edwin Smith, and by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Cleveland Office Community Builder, Paul Diegelman. Together, they developed an initial concept for a collaborative introductory meeting, and presented the idea to the Cleveland Federal Executive Board members. The project was accepted as …
The Brownfields Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund In The Great Lakes Region: Assessment And Recommendations, Kirstin Toth, Adina Swirski Wolf
The Brownfields Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund In The Great Lakes Region: Assessment And Recommendations, Kirstin Toth, Adina Swirski Wolf
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The GLEFC was asked by the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (USEPA) Region 5 brownfields staff to provide an assessment of the viability and implementation of the Brownfields Cleanup Revolving Loan Fund (BCRLF) by the 12 pilot award recipients in the Region. The purpose of this report is to evaluate the administrative performance of the BCRLF at the 6-state regional level. It should be stressed that this is not an evaluation of the performance of individual pilots. This assessment was intended to be a “snapshot” of the pilot community’s implementation of the BCRLF, and the site visits were all made …
Brownfield Redevelopment Strategies For Gary, In,, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
Brownfield Redevelopment Strategies For Gary, In,, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
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The Great Lakes Environmental Finance Center conducted a technical assistance workshop for Gary, Indiana officials on June 29, 1999. This workshop represented an important step in the city’s efforts to address its brownfields cleanup and redevelopment needs. The city has begun its participation in a regionally-awarded brownfields pilot grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The workshop agenda focused discussion on overcoming the barriers to brownfields redevelopment and the financing basics of brownfields redevelopment. These topics were discussed in the context of the redevelopment of the Airport Development Zone and a major area of Gary’s waterfront.
Redevelopment Strategies For The Usx/Cement Plant Site In Duluth, Minnesota,, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
Redevelopment Strategies For The Usx/Cement Plant Site In Duluth, Minnesota,, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
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In May 1999, the Great Lakes Environmental Finance Center (GLEFC) conducted a strategy-building workshop in Duluth, Minnesota. The purpose of the workshop was to assist the City of Duluth in its efforts to develop actions leading to the successful redevelopment of the USX/Cement Plant site. Particular emphasis was placed on financing strategies pertinent to properties with a history of environmental contamination, often characterized as brownfields. Due to its long history as an industrial site, the 65-acre Cement Plant had its share of perceived environmental contamination, as well as real contaminants detected during previous site assessments and a current Phase I …
Strategy Building Session For The Port Authority For Brownfields Redevelopment In Cincinnati And Hamilton County, Oh, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
Strategy Building Session For The Port Authority For Brownfields Redevelopment In Cincinnati And Hamilton County, Oh, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
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Redevelopment Strategies For The Darst Street Site In Peoria, Illinois, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
Redevelopment Strategies For The Darst Street Site In Peoria, Illinois, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
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In July, 1998, the Great Lakes Environmental Finance Center (GLEFC) conducted a consulting workshop in Peoria, Illinois. The purpose of the workshop was to assist the City of Peoria in its efforts to develop actions leading to the successful redevelopment of the Darst Street site. Particular emphasis was placed on strategies pertinent to properties with a history of environmental contamination, often characterized as brownfields. In the case of Darst Street, where the level of environmental concern was not fully known, remediation funding strategies were not addressed. Redevelopment of the site and the prospect for a variety of users was the …
Strategy Building Session For Wirenet For The City Of Cleveland West Side Economic Development Initiative: Site Prioritization And Selection, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
Strategy Building Session For Wirenet For The City Of Cleveland West Side Economic Development Initiative: Site Prioritization And Selection, Kirstin Toth, Donald T. Iannone
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Brownfield Redevelopment Strategies For Elkhart, In: Technical Advisory Report On Financial, Marketing, & Economic Development Strategies, Kirstin Toth, Paul Christensen
Brownfield Redevelopment Strategies For Elkhart, In: Technical Advisory Report On Financial, Marketing, & Economic Development Strategies, Kirstin Toth, Paul Christensen
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