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ARIZONA CHAPTER APWA STATEWIDE CONFERENCE / AUGUST 2-4, 2017 PAGE 1

M o t i v a t e , I n n o v a t e , E l e v a t e

LEADERSHIP IN INFRASTRUCTURE

STATEWIDE CONFERENCEHilton Tucson El Conquistador

August 2-4, 2017


TABLE OF CONTENTSWELCOME MESSAGE / LIST OF SPONSORS 2

GENERAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION / MAP 3

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE 4

exhibitors / exhibit hall Map 5

CONFERENCE DETAILS: THURSDAY 6-10

CONFERENCE DETAILS: FRIDAY 11

SPONSOR ACKNOWLEDGMENT 12

ARIZONA APWA INFORMATION 13

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HOURS 14


Welcome to the Conference!

thank you sponsors!PLATINUM SPONSORs

Achen-Gardner ConstructionCardno

DBA ConstructionEntellus

opening reception SPONSORE & A Consulting Group

fun night SPONSORStantec

GOLD SPONSORsAmec Foster Wheeler

Border Construction SpecialtiesCiviltec EngineeringDibble Engineering

Huitt-ZollarsMichael Baker International

Rinker MaterialsSealMaster

Sunrise Engineering

Breakfast and Break SponsorsGannett Fleming

HDRWestern Technologies/Nortest

awards luncheon sponsorsAmes ConstructionCORE ConstructionHunter Contracting

JacobsMeridian Engineering Company

Public Agency SponsorsAchen-Gardner Construction

APWA Arizona Southern BranchCivil & Environmental Consultants

Civiltec EngineeringCK Group

Dibble EngineeringE & A Consulting Group

GHDTerracon

Wheat Design Group

Thank you for choosing to attend the 2017 Arizona Chapter American Public Works Association (APWA) Statewide Conference. On behalf of the Conference Planning Committee and the APWA Arizona Chapter Board of Directors, welcome to the Hilton El Conquistador. This year’s conference theme is LEADERSHIP in INFRASTRUCTURE - Motivate, Innovate, Elevate. Our goal is to provide attendees with opportunities to learn, network, have fun, and become more effective leaders of our industry.

To kick-off this year’s conference you won’t want to miss the opening session with JJ Birden, former NFL wide receiver and now leadership and opportunity trainer. Whether you work in the public or private sector, design, construction, or operations and maintenance, you will be energized by his presentation on “How to Lead and Perform at the Highest Level.”

Make sure to stop by the exhibit hall to spend time with engineering and construction firms, equipment/material suppliers, and other industry-related firms. Also, thank the exhibitors and all of our sponsors for helping to make this a great event. Without the support of these companies, this conference would not be possible.

Thursday highlights include the opportunity to learn how your peers are approaching challenges, as well as technical sessions on leadership, finance, marketing, and other general interest topics. Celebrate the best in Arizona public works at the Awards Luncheon and have fun with your fellow conference attendees at the legendary “Fun Night.”

This year, we are excited to roll out a new Friday program. Breakfast will be in the exhibit hall, followed by exhibitor door prize drawings. The morning session will lead off with a panel discussion by some of the most dynamic economic development leaders in Arizona on “How Economic Development Leadership is Elevating Arizona Communities.” After that, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with owners, project managers, and decision makers from 20 different Arizona municipalities/agencies. As an added bonus, everyone who attends the Friday session will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win raffle prizes ranging from $200-$500. You must be present to win.

We’d like to take a moment to thank our 2017 Statewide Conference Planning Committee. You truly are our greatest asset and we could not have accomplished a successful conference without your leadership and endless hours of dedication.

Again, thank you attendees, speakers, sponsors and exhibitors for bringing your expertise and support to APWA. Throughout this conference, I ask you to be engaged and continue to help shape the future of public works. Our personal respect and appreciation goes out to all of you.

Your Conference Co-Chairs,

Christy Sipos, Civiltec Engineering, Inc.Scott Kirchhofer, Achen-Gardner Construction


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TURQUOISEBALLROOM(Exhibit Hall,Opening Reception)

CORONADO 1 & 2(Thursday Sessions)

PRESIDIOBALLROOM(Opening Session,Awards Luncheon,Friday Sessions)

SUNDANCE CAFÉ(Fun Night in Caféand on Patio and Lawn)

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PALO VERDE

CONFERENCEREGISTRATIONDESK

JOSHUA TREE(Thursday Sessions)

AGAVE(Thursday Sessions)

INTERNET HOTSPOT(Available Thursday)

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OPENING RECEPTION: Start your conference off and renew acquaintances by attending this reception on Wednesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Exhibit Hall/Turquoise Ballroom, sponsored by E & A Consulting Group.

EXHIBITORS AND EXHIBITOR PRIZES: Ample opportunity will be available for visiting with representatives of public agencies, consultants, manufacturers, and suppliers in the Exhibit Hall located in the Turquoise Ballroom. All refreshment breaks and Thursday and Friday breakfasts will be in the Exhibit Hall. Exhibitors will be giving away their prizes on Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. Did you get your game card stamped by exhibitors throughout the exhibit hall? Remember to drop it off at the registration desk by 5 p.m. on Thursday. Winners will be announced on Friday morning in the Presidio Ballroom from 10:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

APWA AWARDS LUNCHEON: Join the largest gathering of attendees at the conference on Thursday in the Presidio Ballroom to celebrate the Project of the Year Award winners and the Outstanding Public Works Employee of the Year winner. Thank you to the following sponsors for the luncheon: Ames Construction, CORE Construction, Hunter Contracting, Jacobs, and Meridian Engineering Company.

FUN NIGHT: The Thursday night “Fun Night” will be an indoor/outdoor luau with food, live music by the Jovert Steel Band, lawn games, photo booth, prizes, and more. Hawaiian attire is recommended but not required. The five lawn games will be bocce ball, cornhole, ladder ball, Kan-Jam, and giant Jenga. Winners of each game will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win those same games. The drawing will be held at 7:15 p.m. and you must be present to win. Special thanks to Stantec for sponsoring Fun Night.

GRAND PRIZE DRAWING: Attend the Friday session and you will receive a ticket for a chance to win one of several high-dollar grand prizes (valued between $200-$500). You must be present to win!

SURVEY: Your feedback is critical so we can continue to meet your needs and improve our future conferences. An online survey will be distributed after the conference. We appreciate your honest feedback.

GENERAL CONFERENCE INFO / MAP


CONFERENCE SCHEDULESEE PAGES 6-10 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EACH SESSION/EVENT

Time WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2017 Exhibit Hall Hours 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

3:00 - 5:00 pm Registration Desk Open - Turquoise Foyer

5:00 - 7:00 pm Opening Reception Sponsored by E & A Consulting Group - Turquoise Foyer/Turquoise Ballroom

Time THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 2017 Exhibit Hall Hours 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

7:30 - 8:30 am Registration Desk Open - Turquoise Foyer Exhibit Hall Networking - Turquoise Ballroom Breakfast Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest - Turquoise Ballroom

8:30 - 9:50 amOpening Session - Presidio Ballroom

Welcome Remarks - Loretta Flick, Arizona APWA Chapter President, Mayor Satish Hiremath from Oro Valley and Phoenix Councilwomen Kate GallegoKeynote Speaker: JJ Birden, Former NFL Player

10:00 - 10:30 am Exhibit Hall Networking - Turquoise Ballroom Morning Break Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest

CORONADO 1 CORONADO 2 JOSHUA TREE AGAVE

10:30 - 11:00 am

Providing CAP Water for Reclaimed Water Users at the Cave Creek WRP - Breanna Connolly, Entellus; Gordon

Thelin, Carollo Engineers

Professional Development & APWA - Dick Yano, AMEC Foster Wheeler

Environment & Infrastructure; Wendy Springborn, City of Tempe

The Less Expensive Way: WIFA Financing for Water Infrastructure - Susan Craig, Nicole Petker, WIFA

Right Tool for the Right Project - Eric Cenovich, Nathan Gardner, Wilson &

Company

11:00 - 11:30 amToday’s Marketing in a Highly

Competitive Landscape - Brandi Barr, T.Y. Lin International; Maureen

Varela, Pulice Construction

Rebuilding Confidence in a Critical Sewer Connection - Chad Talbot,

EPCOR Water; Daniel Spitza, Achen-Gardner Construction; Frederick

Tack, GHD Inc.

All Water is Recycled - What is the Status of Water Reuse in Arizona - Chuck Graf, ADEQ; Maria Brady,

Stantec

Engineering Employee Engagement - Patrick Ibarra, The Mejorando Group

11:30 - 12:00 pmPaying for Your Project Through

Energy Savings - Lisa Melton, Hazen and Sawyer

Recipe for Leadership: The Critical Ingredients - Timothy S. Phillips,

AZ Department of Emergency and Military Affairs

A New Approach to Drinking Water Nitrate Removal - Sunny Slope Water

Company’s Implementation of an Innovative Biological Nitrate Removal

System - Andy Findlay, Microvi

12:15 - 1:30 pm APWA Awards Luncheon - Presidio Ballroom

1:30 - 2:00 pm Exhibit Hall Networking - Turquoise Ballroom

2:00 - 2:30 pmBridging the Gap - Moderator: Angel

Cobb, City of Phoenix; Panel: Ray Dovalina, City of Phoenix; Dave

Sabers, Stanley Consultants; Miguel Aceves, AECOM; Chris Hamilton,

City of Avondale; Cory Steele, Strand Associates; Casey Ambrose, Ritoch-

Powell & Associates

How to Protect Your Cash Reserves - John Armstrong, Kitchell

Paseo de Las Iglesias: Lessons Learned in Sustainable Urban

Infrastructure - Deirdre Brosnihan, Pima County Regional Flood Control

District; Heidi Lasham, Town of Sahuarita

High Accuracy Aerial LiDAR for Line of Site Studies and Hydrology Analysis - Eric Cenovich, Wilson &

Company

2:30 - 3:00 pmLessons of History and a Reality

Check for Arizona's Water Future - Doug Kobrick, Hazen and Sawyer

Cultural Resources Compliance for the Pima County Department of

Transportation (DOT) - Ian Milliken, Pima County Public Works

The Perfection Paradox - Jeffrey Kramer, Ascension Leadership Group

3:00 - 3:30 pm Exhibit Hall Networking - Turquoise BallroomAfternoon Break Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest - Turquoise Ballroom

3:30 - 4:00 pmAre You Smarter than a 6th Grader?

- Ramona Simpson, Town of Queen Creek

Economics of Pavement Preservation with Asphalt Rejuvenators - Jim

Brownridge, Tricor RefiningYes, And: Three Improv Concepts that Inspire Thought-Leadership - Jennifer Giralo, DPR Construction; Will Hightower, Improv Educator/

Project Coordinator

Operation and Function of Agencies from Different Communities - Andy Goh, El Paso City Engineer; David Fabiano, Gilbert Town Engineer;

Daryl Cole, Tucson Director of Transportation

4:00 - 4:30 pm

Abandoned Utilities: Out of Sight - Out of Mind? - Al Field, Al Field and Associates; Sandy Holmes,

Arizona 811

4:30 - 5:00 pm Exhibit Hall Networking - Turquoise Ballroom

5:30 - 7:30 pm Fun Night Sponsored by Stantec - Sundance Café/Patio/Lawn

Time FRIDAY, AUGUST 4, 2017 Exhibit Hall Hours 7:30 am - 9:00 am

7:30 - 9:00 am Registration Desk Open - Turquoise Foyer Exhibit Hall Networking - Turquoise Ballroom Breakfast Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest - Turquoise Ballroom

8:15 - 9:00 am Exhibit Hall Vendor Prize Giveaways - Turquoise Ballroom

9:00 - 10:15 am How Economic Development Leadership is Elevating Arizona Communities Panel - Presidio Ballroom

10:15 - 10:30 am APWA Giveaway Drawings - Presidio Ballroom

10:30 - 12:00 pm Networking with Owners, Project Managers, and Decision Makers - Presidio Ballroom (Snacks/Take Home Food and Drinks Will Be Provided)


exhibitors / exhibit hall MapAccurate Corrosion Control, Inc. (48)

Achen-Gardner Construction (70)

ADOT (3)

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (21)

AeroTech Mapping, Inc. (29)

Al Field & Associates, LLC (59)

All Traffic Solutions (62)

Amec Foster Wheeler (42)

APWA National (2)

Armorock, LLC (30)

Asphalt Zipper (35)

AZBEX (4)

AZTEC Engineering Group, Inc. (17)

Border Construction Specialties (10)

Building Products Company (66)

Burgess & Niple (14)

CADsoft Consulting (65)

Cardno (37)

Certex (44)

Civiltec Engineering, Inc. (28)

Coe & Van Loo Consultants, Inc. (1)

Cutler Repaving (61)

DBA Construction, Inc. (33)

Dibble Engineering (26)

E & A Consulting Group, Inc. (38)

Eaglelift, Inc. (13)

EJ (12)

Ennis-Flint (15)

Entellus, Inc. (40)

EPS Group, Inc. (46)

Forterra Pipe & Precast (43)

Fuquay, Inc. (27)

GSM (58)

HDA Architects, LLC (19)

Hobas Pipe USA (49)

Holbrook Asphalt (50)

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. (57)

Kimley-Horn (53)

Kitchell (22)

Logan Simpson Design (54)

Michael Baker International, Inc. (16)

Neenah Enterprises (36)

Oldcastle Precast (55)

Olsson Associates (8)

PACE (45)

Pavement Restoration, Inc. (41)

Project Engineering Consultants (31)

Psomas (25)

Pulice/TNT/T.Y. Lin International (52)

Regional Pavement Maintenance (34)

Rinker Materials Concrete Pipe Division (32)

Rummel Construction, Inc. (64)

Sanexen Water, Inc. (20)

SAVE International Association (9)

SealMaster (47)

Sunland Asphalt (11)

Sunrise Engineering, Inc. (60)

TecSolutions Consultants (39)

Trafficade Service, Inc. (18)

U.S. CAD (51)

WCA, Inc. (63)

Workplace Safety Specialists (23)

Zumar Industries (24)

Cardno Psomas EagleLift

ZumarNeenah EJ

Olsson

Reg. Pvmt.

DBA

Rinker MaterialsCertex

Asphalt Zipper

Work Safe Sp.

Border Corp

SAVE

Sunland Asphalt

Kitchell

Sanexen

Coe & Van Loo

Hobas Pipe

Accurate Corrosion

SealMaster

EPS Group

PACEAdvanced Drainage

CADsoftBuilding Products

Rummel Const.

All Traffic Solutions

DibbleE&AHol-

brook

US CAD

WCA

Sunrise Eng.

Cutler Repaving

Huitt- Zollars

Al Field Assoc.

GSM

Entellus

Pavem’t Restor.

Amec F W.

Traffi-cade

Forterra Pipe

Oldcastle Precast

Logan Simpson

Pulice/ FNF/TY Lin

Kimley Horn

Tec Solution

Burgess & Niple

Michael Baker

AZBEX

ADOT

Aztec

Ennis-Flint

HDA Arch.

Civiltec

Aero Tech

Armo-rock

PEC

Fuquay

Achen- Gardner

APWA National

EXHIBIT HALL - Turquoise Ballroom

MAIN ENTRANCE

ASK EXHIBITORS TO STAMP YOUR GAME CARD FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A PRIZE!


CONFERENCE DETAILS: THURSDAY 08/03/17

✭✭ P L A T I N U M S P O N S O R ✭✭

7:30 TO 8:30 AMREGISTRATION DESK AND EXHIBIT HALL OPEN (Turquoise Foyer/Turquoise Ballroom)Breakfast Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest

8:30 TO 9:50 AMOPENING GENERAL SESSION (Presidio Ballroom)Welcome Remarks: Loretta Flick, APWA Arizona Chapter President, Mayor Satish Hiremath of Oro Valley and Phoenix Councilwoman Kate Gallego.Keynote Speaker: JJ Birden, former NFL wide receiver and now leadership and opportunity trainer, will present “How to Lead and Perform at the Highest Level”. Whether you are a football fan or not, JJ will inspire and motivate you to be your best in business and in your personal life. Every day we are faced with decisions that affect our performance, confidence, our belief and our ability to keep moving forward. My job is not to tell you how to do your job but to give you principles to help you decide and act in a way that you can always lead and perform at the highest level. In this presentation, I share my 8 Ps of Leadership & High Performance. Please stay after JJ’s keynote and purchase a signed copy of his book “When Opportunity Knocks, 8 Surefire Ways to Take Advantage!”

10:00 TO 10:30 AMMORNING BREAK AND EXHIBIT HALL NETWORKING (Turquoise Ballroom)Break Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest

10:30 TO 11:00 AMPROVIDING CAP WATER FOR RECLAIMED WATER USERS AT THE CAVE CREEK WRP (Coronado 1)Presenters: Breanna Connolly, Entellus; Gordon Thelin, Carollo EngineersDescription: The City of Phoenix operates the Union Hills WTP (UHWTP) and the Cave Creek WRP (CCWRP) in northeast Phoenix. The CCWRP has been offline for several years. As a result, reclaimed water customers were provided potable water in lieu of effluent. The City elected to replace the potable water by connecting the UHWTP to the CCWRP to provide pumped raw CAP water. Entellus and Carollo Engineers were selected to design the pump station, pipeline and to oversee construction. This presentation will provide an overview of this project and how communication and cooperation among the design team and the many stakeholders was essential for this project’s success.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & APWA (Coronado 2)Presenters: Dick Yano, AMEC Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure; Wendy Springborn, City of TempeDescription: Professional Development-Integrated and Comprehensive is one of the three equal priorities for the national APWA Board of Directors. As such, the Arizona Chapter recognizes its part within this priority by continuing to build quality local training programs as well as working to promote the national educational offerings. This session will provide information on and cover how to participate in the Arizona Chapter Education Committee’s training/educational programs offered throughout the year; the cost effective Public Works Institute with its focus on supervisory and management training; and, the national professional development programs and educational outreach programs offered to all APWA members.

JJ Birden, Keynote Speaker




THE LESS EXPENSIVE WAY: WIFA FINANCING FOR WATER INFRASTRUCTURE (Joshua Tree)Presenters: Susan Craig and Nicole Petker, Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA)Description: When it comes to our most precious resource - the one we can’t live without - investments are essential. WIFA offers below-market interest rates to finance important water and wastewater infrastructure projects. WIFA can fund the planning, design and construction of pipes, treatment plants, tanks, wells and so much more. Learn about WIFA’s loan and technical assistance funding programs, case studies, etc.

RIGHT TOOL FOR THE RIGHT PROJECT (Agave)Presenters: Eric Cenovich and Nathan Gardner, Wilson & CompanyDescription: This interactive and engaging session will help attendees achieve pain free projects when considering what types of survey services should be considered for projects. Nate starts with an in-depth discussion about how to scope projects for the best results anticipated, and shares insights about accuracy needs. He also addresses format requirements, and helps the audience understand the nuances of historical and current survey results. Finally, he helps dispel concerns about survey services pricing, and concludes with time for audience questions and discussion. His presentation balances technical information with case studies so the audience is much better informed at the conclusion of the session.

11:00 AM TO 12:00 PMTODAY’S MARKETING IN A HIGHLY COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE (Coronado 1)Presenters: Brandi Barr, T.Y. Lin International; Maureen Varela, Pulice ConstructionDescription: Today’s AEC marketing is centered on relationships, strategy, psychology and content communication. Where is the “how-to” manual for AEC Marketing and Business Development? Surveys have been conducted with public agencies and marketers. This session will provide proven marketing best practices, pursuit leadership qualities and a clear understanding of what it takes from first hearing about a project, to advertisement, proposal, interview and selection by using the framework of the Society of Marketing Professional Services’ Six Domains of Marketing. Walk away with historical statistics on proposal costs and an in-depth perspective on how understanding the Domains can serve as a guide for AEC companies to win work through, methods for market research, establishing the right pursuit leadership, capture planning techniques, and helping to navigate today’s proposal technical design.

11:00 TO 11:30 AMREBUILDING CONFIDENCE IN A CRITICAL SEWER CONNECTION (Coronado 2)Presenters: Chad Talbot, EPCOR Water (Owner); Daniel Spitza, Achen-Gardner Construction (Contractor); Frederick Tack, GHD Inc. (Designer)Description: EPCOR Water replaced an aging 3.5 mile long, 18-inch asbestos-cement sewer force main that was serving 15,000 customers. Project challenges included horizontal directional drilling 1,600 LF of pipe under the Agua Fria River, coordinating with numerous public and private stakeholders, and completing both the design and construction within an accelerated 12 month timeframe - all while maintaining operation of the existing 2.5 MGD AC force main. This presentation will discuss how design and construction were successfully completed.

ALL WATER IS RECYCLED - WHAT IS THE STATUS OF WATER REUSE IN ARIZONA (Joshua Tree)Presenters: Chuck Graf, ADEQ; Maria Brady, StantecDescription: We are at the door of a new era in water and the need to use all water, in the highest and most beneficial use, is greater than ever. Direct potable reuse (DPR) is now talked about openly and water professionals are moving the conversation carefully to the public to prevent some of the misunderstandings in previous years about the concept of toilet to tap. The Arizona WateReuse Association has been working with ADEQ and other water professionals to identify the best approaches for regulating DPR. This presentation will provide you with the latest on WateReuse for the State of Arizona.




ENGINEERING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT (Agave)Presenters: Patrick Ibarra, The Mejorando GroupDescription: According to the latest Gallup report on government workers' engagement, a median of only 29 percent of them are engaged at work. While high employee engagement doesn’t guarantee high organizational performance, there is a strong linkage: an engaged workforce increases innovation, productivity and overall effectiveness. In this session, several action steps are shared that organizational leaders can implement immediately to improve employee engagement.

11:30 AM TO 12:00 PMPAYING FOR YOUR PROJECT THROUGH ENERGY SAVINGS (Coronado 2)Presenter: Lisa Melton, Hazen and SawyerDescription: As utilities seek to operate more efficiently with reduced overhead costs, energy programs in Arizona are offering substantial incentives for reducing energy consumption. Within water and wastewater facilities there are unique opportunities to optimize processes, initiate maintenance projects and enhance system operation through energy evaluations. Hazen will present case studies from Globe, EPCOR, Florence and Scottsdale that identify considerations to assist in funding your project through available energy rebates.

RECIPE FOR LEADERSHIP: THE CRITICAL INGREDIENTS (Joshua Tree)Presenter: Timothy S. Phillips, Arizona Department of Emergency and Military AffairsDescription: Our leadership development journey is full of trial and error, different and changing perspectives and unique opportunities. This presentation offers everything you want to know about becoming a successful leader all in 30 minute period. Impossible, maybe? helpful, absolutely!

A NEW APPROACH TO DRINKING WATER NITRATE REMOVAL - SUNNY SLOPE WATER COMPANY’S IMPLEMENTATION OF AN INNOVATIVE BIOLOGICAL NITRATE REMOVAL SYSTEM (Agave)Presenter: Andy Findlay, MicroviDescription: This presentation will describe how the Sunny Slope Water Company (SSWC) was faced with the challenge of managing water sources with elevated levels of nitrate and utilized Microvi’s Denitrovi™ technology to implement a full scale system is now operational and producing drinking water.

12:15 TO 1:30 PMAPWA AWARDS LUNCHEON (Presidio Ballroom)Sponsored by Ames Construction, CORE Construction, Hunter Contracting, Jacobs, and Meridian Engineering Company

1:30 TO 2:00 PMEXHIBIT HALL NETWORKING: Turquoise Ballroom

2:00 TO 3:00 PMBRIDGING THE GAP (Coronado 1)Moderator: Angel Cobb, City of PhoenixPanel: Ray Dovalina, City of Phoenix; Dave Sabers, Stanley Consultants; Miguel Aceves, AECOM; Chris Hamilton, City of Avondale; Cory Steele, Strand Associates; Casey Ambrose, Ritoch-Powell & AssociatesDescription: With a shift towards a new generation taking leadership roles, as well as millennials entering the public works field, how are agencies and firms handling these generational shifts? Join the Diversity Committee for a panel discussion on what firms and agencies are doing to bridge generation gap in order to manage effectively multigenerational teams, what the workplace expectations are from the different generations, and develop a culture that allows all generations to function at its more productive level in a diverse workplace.


2:00 TO 2:30 PMHOW TO PROTECT YOUR CASH RESERVES (Coronado 2)Presenter: John Armstrong, KitchellDescription: As the complexity of construction projects and schedules continue to increase, Public Agencies need to be on the forefront of protecting their cash reserves. John Armstrong, Project Controls Manager with Kitchell CEM, will present a cost forecasting model and algorithm that is used in conjunction with technical reviews and analysis of design and construction CPM schedules. This measure brings an opportunity during schedule reviews to test the accuracy of designers’ and contractors’ schedule as well provides an independent forecast of likely project completion dates.

PASEO DE LAS IGLESIAS: LESSONS LEARNED IN SUSTAINABLE URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE (Joshua Tree)Presenters: Deirdre Brosnihan, Pima County Regional Flood Control District; Heidi Lasham, Town of SahuaritaDescription: Historically, the Pima County Regional Flood Control District has constructed river park infrastructure to provide recreational opportunities along water courses where erosion protection was needed. The Paseo de las Iglesias river park, located along the Santa Cruz River between Ajo Way and Silverlake Road, is unique in that it was conceptualized from its inception as a 2004 Bond project with three integrated focus areas: ecosystem restoration, erosion protection and river park. With approximately 400 acres, the Paseo de las Iglesias river park provides an example of what sustainable urban infrastructure can look like.

HIGH ACCURACY AERIAL LIDAR FOR LINE OF SITE STUDIES AND HYDROLOGY ANALYSIS (Agave)Presenter: Eric Cenovich, Wilson & CompanyDescription: This presentation is a case study of the high accuracy helicopter platform acquired LiDAR survey of the City of O’Fallon, Illinois. The GIS department of the City is currently utilizing this high accuracy LiDAR data for line of site inter-visibility analysis for optimizing tower placement needed for public safety communication. This LiDAR data set allows for quick and easy testing of multiple potential alignments and configurations between towers for avoidance of potential obstructions within the line of site that would impair the fidelity of the signal due to interference from trees, structures, terrain or other towers.

2:30 TO 3:00 PMLESSONS OF HISTORY AND A REALITY CHECK FOR ARIZONA'S WATER FUTURE (Coronado 2)Presenter: Doug Kobrick, Hazen and SawyerDescription: There is no shortage of discussion regarding our water future, yet specific plans are elusive, and the sentiment is the problem is not really here yet. We have past accomplishments to be proud of, but what now? Lessons from our past, coupled with engineering realities and honest examination of costs and limited funding are needed to develop realistic future plans.

CULTURAL RESOURCES COMPLIANCE FOR THE PIMA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (Joshua Tree)Presenter: Ian Milliken, Pima County Public WorksDescription: Pima County projects require an evaluation of a project’s potential to adversely affect cultural resources within the proposed project area. Early project planning allows for the identification of significant cultural resources in the project area, a determination of federal, state or local level of cultural resources compliance, and implementation of any required cultural resources mitigation measures in order to meet compliance requirements to meet necessary construction timelines. This session will present an overview of the award winning Pima County Cultural Resources and Historic Preservation Program, as well as an innovative case example that demonstrates that through early planning, even an unanticipated cultural resources discovery of unique value can be mitigated through successful collaboration with multiple stakeholder groups.

THE PERFECTION PARADOX (Agave)Presenter: Jeffrey Kramer, Ascension Leadership GroupDescription: Perfection. That’s a good thing, right… Society today would have us believe that. Here’s the problem – perfection is a myth. This perfection myth is perpetuated in the design and construction industry as much as anywhere. So is it perfection we need, or is good enough really good enough? In this presentation we take a look at the perfection paradox, how perfection becomes an addiction that can’t be fed, and the damage that it causes. Attendees will be challenged to identify how perfectionism has impacted their lives, and what we can do to overcome this in pursuit of a more productive and enjoyable life.

3:00 TO 3:30 PMAFTERNOON BREAK AND EXHIBIT HALL NETWORKING (Turquoise Ballroom)Break Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest



CONFERENCE DETAILS: THURSDAY 08/03/173:30 TO 4:30 PMARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 6TH GRADER? (Coronado 1)Presenter: Ramona Simpson, Town of Queen CreekDescription: Participants at the “Are You Smarter Than a 6th Grader?” will learn how to engage with Middle School/Jr High School age students on Environmental issues, such as trash and recycling, air quality and water conservation, through an interactive Prezi style presentation, with games, teacher lessons and activities, and enthusiastic presenters. Attendees will discuss the challenges and successes of middle school environmental education and leave with plenty of ideas that could also be used for college age students and adult learners as well.

YES, AND: THREE IMPROV CONCEPTS THAT INSPIRE THOUGHT-LEADERSHIP (Joshua Tree)Presenters: Jennifer Giralo, DPR Construction; Will Hightower, Improv Educator/Project CoordinatorDescription: Notorious for comedy, improvisation is an art form practicing in-the-moment creativity. Beyond the jokes, improv is a lifestyle of communication and connectivity with many shared core values with leadership and teamwork. In this interactive workshop, we’ll detail three important concepts we’ve learned from improv that have helped us become better leaders, business development professionals, and communicators. Companies such as Google and Pixar have implemented similar soft-skills training with their employees to reach their branding and company culture goals.

OPERATION AND FUNCTION OF AGENCIES FROM DIFFERENT COMMUNITIES (Agave)Moderator: Jim Caviola, President of CA GroupPanel: Andy Goh, El Paso City Engineer; David Fabiano, Gilbert Town Engineer; Daryl Cole, Tucson Director of TransportationDescription: The panel will discuss current initiatives for project implementation, tools for financing projects, Alternative Project Delivery Methods, and challenges and opportunities.

3:30 TO 4:00 PMECONOMICS OF PAVEMENT PRESERVATION WITH ASPHALT REJUVENATORS (Coronado 2)Presenter: Jim Brownridge, Tricor RefiningDescription: Presentation will overview the use and need for this “Top of the Curve” asphalt pavement preservation technique for life extension before the need for wear course seals - both slurry seal and chipseal. Address the concept of rejuvenators for asphalt pavement - current Pavement Condition Index Reality; view the results of application and cost comparison with other surface treatment techniques.

4:00 TO 4:30 PMABANDONED UTILITIES: OUT OF SIGHT - OUT OF MIND? (Coronado 2)Presenters: Al Field, Al Field and Associates; Sandy Holmes, Arizona 811Description: Abandoned facilities clutter our limited public rights-of-way. They confuse locators and excavators while occupying space that should be available for new installations. How can we minimize or eliminate the confusion?

4:30 TO 5:00 PMEXHIBIT HALL NETWORKING (Turquoise Ballroom)

5:30 TO 7:30 PMFUN NIGHT (Sundance Café/Patio/Lawn)This event will be an indoor/outdoor luau with food, live music by the Jovert Steel Band, lawn games, photo booth, prizes, and more. Hawaiian attire is recommended but not required. The five lawn games will be bocce ball, cornhole, ladder ball, Kan-Jam, and giant Jenga. Winners of each game will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win those same games. Sponsored by Stantec


CONFERENCE DETAILS: FRIDAY 08/04/17

2017 APWA PROJECT OF THE YEAR: City of Tempe Pedestrian and Bicycle Improvements, Broadway Road from Mill Avenue to Rural Road

• Underground Wet Utilities• Pipeline Rehabilitation

• Heavy Industrial• Site Development

• Roadway Improvements• Award-Winning Streetscapes

Certified Installer of UV CIPP

WET UTILITY EXPERTS:We Have InstalledMore Than 1 MillionLineal Feet of Pipein the Past 5 Years


7:30 TO 9:00 AMREGISTRATION DESK AND EXHIBIT HALL OPEN (Turquoise Foyer/Turquoise Ballroom)Breakfast Sponsored by Gannett Fleming, HDR, and Western Technologies/Nortest

8:15 TO 9:00 AMEXHIBIT HALL VENDOR PRIZE GIVEAWAYS (Turquoise Ballroom)

9:00 TO 10:50 AMHOW ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT LEADERSHIP IS ELEVATING ARIZONA COMMUNITIES PANEL (Presidio Ballroom)Moderator: Tim Kanavel, Pinal County Economic Development Director Panel: Richard Wilkie, City of Casa Grande Economic Development Director; John Moffatt, Pima County Economic Development Director; Louis Andersen, Pinal County Public Works Director; Jim Rounds, President of Rounds Consulting GroupDescription: Learn how economic development is working to bring new industry and development to the State.

10:15 TO 10:30 AMAPWA GIVEAWAY DRAWINGS (Presidio Ballroom)Description: Must be present to win! Attend the Friday session and you will receive a ticket for a chance to win one of several high-dollar grand prizes (valued between $200-$500).

10:30 TO 12:00 PMNETWORKING WITH OWNERS, PROJECT MANAGERS, AND DECISION MAKERS (Presidio Ballroom)Description: Don’t miss out on this one on one time with key staff. Find out who you should know, how they operate, what they like and don’t like, and who you could be working with in the future. Confirmed agencies include:

• City of Avondale• City of Buckeye• City of Chandler• City of Kingman• City of Maricopa• City of Mesa• City of Phoenix• City of Prescott• City of Sierra Vista• City of Surprise

• City of Tempe• City of Tucson• Maricopa County• Pima County• Town of Cottonwood• Town of Gilbert• Town of Marana• Town of Queen Creek• Town of Sahuarita• Yavapai County

(Snacks/Take Home Food and Drinks Will Be Provided)


THANK YOU SPONSORS!PLATINUM SPONSORs

GOLD SPONSORs Breakfast and Break SponsorsGannett Fleming

HDRWestern Technologies/Nortest

awards luncheon sponsorsAmes ConstructionCORE ConstructionHunter Contracting

JacobsMeridian Engineering Company

Public Agency SponsorsAchen-Gardner Construction

APWA Arizona Southern BranchCivil & Environmental Consultants

Civiltec EngineeringCK Group

Dibble EngineeringE & A Consulting Group

GHDTerracon

Wheat Design Group

fun night SPONSORopening reception SPONSOR


ARIZONA APWA INFORMATION

ARIZONA CHAPTER EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEPresident - Loretta Flick, CardnoPresident Elect - Greg Smith, G. Smith ConsultingSecretary - Rob Kidder, City of Mesa Treasurer - Kristin Tytler, City of SurpriseDirector - Al Field, Al Field & Assoc. Director - Amanda McGennis, Associated General ContractorsDirector - Chris Turner-Noteware, City of Phoenix Director - Donna Sullivan-Hancock, City of TempeDirector - Nancy Cole, Pima County Director - Steve Orosz, City of PrescottDelegate - David Fabiano, Town of GilbertAlternate Delegate - Jennifer Adams, City of Tempe

ARIZONA CHAPTER AWARDS COMMITTEEJeanne Sapon, Committee Co-Chair, DBA Construction Ken Kawamoto, Committee Co-Chair, Achen Gardner ConstructionChris Turner-Noteware, City of PhoenixDave Moody, Valley MetroDonna Sullivan-Hancock, City of TempeKent Dibble, Dibble EngineeringKevin Murphy, Slater-HanifinMelinda Fixx Jones, CardnoMike Holder, PAGScott Bender, Pinal County

ARIZONA CHAPTER CONFERENCE COMMITTEEChristy Sipos, Conference Co-Chair, Civiltec EngineeringScott Kirchhofer, Conference Co-Chair, Achen-Gardner ConstructionChris Simko, Technical Program Chair, StantecApril Victorino, Site Committee Co-Chair, StantecCindy Laughlin, Exhibitor/Sponsorship Chair, EPS Group, Inc.Al Field, Al Field & AssociatesBill Linck, EntellusDana Varieur, Dibble EngineeringDavid Jensen, Olsson AssociatesJoe Soto, Pima CountyKelly Kaysonepheth, AZTEC EngineeringKristin Peck, E & A Consulting Group, Inc.Lisa Folsom, Regional Pavement Maint.Loretta Flick, CardnoMatthew Kuehn, E & A Consulting Group, Inc.Nancy Cole, Pima CountyNathan Gardner, Wilson & Company, Inc.Ray Montoya, Kimley-HornSean Sudol, DN TanksSergio Montano, City of ScottsdaleSteve Pageau, AECOM

NORTHERN BRANCH OFFICERSChair - Craig Dotseth, City of PrescottVice Chair - VacantSecretary - VacantTreasurer - John Wesnitzer, Shephard-WesnitzerDirector - Byron Jaspers, Yavapai CountyDirector - Norman Davis, Town of Prescott ValleyDirector - Dave Dirren, Sunrise Engineering

SOUTHERN BRANCH OFFICERSChair - Greg Vega, Dibble & AssociatesVice Chair - Beth Abramovitz, Town of SahuaritaTreasurer - David Logue, Pima CountySecretary - Diane Luber, Kaneen AdvertisingPast Chair - Rick Solis, Kimley-HornDirector - Carol Brichta, Pima County Director - Michelle Montagnino, Pima CountyDirector - Dave Atler, Pima Association of GovernmentsDirector - Lauren Fecteau, Pima County

Arizona APWA is a State Chapter of the American Public Works Association (APWA); a non-profit 501(c)3 educational and professional association of public agencies, private sector companies, and individuals dedicated to providing professional excellence and public awareness through education, advocacy, knowledge, and much more! There are 64 U.S. Chapters (APWA), Canada (CPWA) and other International Chapters. APWA’s headquarters is in Kansas City, MO. They also have an office in Washington, D.C. Membership in APWA is open to public, private sector individuals, agencies, and companies interested and involved in the delivery of public works goods and services.

ARIZONA CHAPTER APWA CONTACT INFORMATION:PO Box 72720Phoenix, AZ 85050623-581-3597 phone602-532-7865 [email protected]


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HOURSImportant: Retain This Program for Your Files

(YOUR NAME)

2017 Arizona Chapter APWA Statewide Conference | August 2-4, 2017 | Hilton Tucson El ConquistadorThe following list of Professional Development Hours (PDH) follows the exact listing of sessions in this program. Check the sessions you attended.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 2017

1 PDH _____Keynote Opening Speaker: How to Lead and Perform at the Highest Level

1/2 PDH _____Providing CAP Water for Reclaimed Water Users at the Cave Creek WRP

1/2 PDH _____Professional Development & APWA

1/2 PDH _____The Less Expensive Way: WIFA Financing for Water Infrastructure

1/2 PDH _____Right Tool for the Right Project

1 PDH _____Today’s Marketing in a Highly Competitive Landscape

1/2 PDH _____Rebuilding Confidence in a Critical Sewer Connection

1/2 PDH _____All Water is Recycled – What is the Status of Water Reuse in Arizona

1/2 PDH _____Engineering Employee Engagement

1/2 PDH _____Paying for Your Project Through Energy Savings

1/2 PDH _____Recipe for Leadership: The Critical Ingredients

1/2 PDH _____A New Approach to Drinking Water Nitrate Removal – Sunny Slope Water Company’s…

1 PDH _____Bridging the Gap

1/2 PDH _____How to Protect Your Cash Reserves

1/2 PDH _____Paseo de Las Iglesias: Lessons Learned in Sustainable Urban Infrastructure

1/2 PDH _____High Accuracy Aerial LiDAR for Line of Site Studies and Hydrology Analysis

1/2 PDH _____Lessons of History and a Reality Check for Arizona's Water Future

1/2 PDH _____Cultural Resources Compliance for the Pima County Department of Transportation (DOT)

1/2 PDH _____The Perfection Paradox

1 PDH _____Are You Smarter than a 6th Grader?

1 PDH _____Yes, And: Three Improv Concepts that Inspire Thought-Leadership

1 PDH _____Operation and Function of Agencies from Different Communities

1/2 PDH _____Economics of Pavement Preservation with Asphalt Rejuvenators

1/2 PDH _____Abandoned Utilities: Out of Sight – Out of Mind?

Your Total Professional Development Hours = ____________


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