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PA SEO The Pennsylvania Association ofSEWAGE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

4902 Carlisle Pike #268, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050(717) 761-8648www.PA-SEO.org

Annual ConferenceMarch 8-10, 2020Harrisburg, PA

Western ConferenceMarch 16, 2020Monroeville, PA REGISTER ONLINE at PA-SEO.org

0202CONFERENCE& TRADE SHOW

20/20 Foresight:Using Education to Prevent Problems Before They OccurEducational Sessions, Training Courses, Installer Course, & More!

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Each year PASEO hosts Pennsylvania’s premier Conference and Trade Show for sewage enforcement officers. Last year’s attendance exceeded 200 attendees who participated in numerous educational sessions and networked with onsite wastewater manufacturers and service providers. PASEO invites you to attend another successful conference in 2020!

This year’s Annual Conference will be held on March 8-10, 2020, at the Red Lion Hotel, 4751 Lindle Road, Harrisburg, PA. Don’t pass up this opportunity to network with hundreds of SEOs all in one place! We have applied to PADEP for 4 SEO continuing education credits for the Annual Conference break-out sessions.

SEO Training Courses will be offered DURING the Annual Conference allowing you to maximize your CE credits over Monday/Tuesday for only a modest additional charge.

The Installation of Onsite Wastewater Systems Training Course (12 SEO credits) will be offered to conference attendees on Sunday-Monday. Your registration also includes participation in conference activities on Tuesday.

You will earn SEO credits based upon what you attend (break-out sessions and/or training courses). SEO credits for break-out sessions are awarded at a rate of one credit per half-day of sessions attended. You can mix-and-match break-out sessions with training courses.

Space in the training courses is limited to the first 40 registrants. Register early before we sell out! (Check the PASEO website to confirm spots are still available.)

PASEO is again offering a Western Conference on March 16, 2020. This conference will provide SEOs from the western part of the state an opportunity to network with peers closer to home. It will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 101 Mall Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146.

New this year at the Western Conference: instead of offering conference break-out sessions, we will be offering two separate tracks of SEO training courses on Monday. This will allow you to earn up to 6 SEO continuing education credits for the one day! Space is limited to 40 participants per course.

Register today!

Complete the enclosed registration form and mail it along with your payment to: PASEO, 4902 Carlisle Pike #268, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. Or, register and pay online at www.PA-SEO.org. The Early Bird Discount Deadline is February 22th; registration closes on March 4th. For more info, call (717) 761-8648 or visit us online at www.PA-SEO.org.

2020 PASEO Annual Conference & Trade Show:

Annual Conference & Trade ShowMarch 8-10, 2020

Red Lion Hotel, Harrisburg PA

Western Conference & Trade ShowMarch 16, 2020

DoubleTree by Hilton, Monroeville PA

Register Online Todayat www.PA-SEO.org

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2020 PASEO Conference and Trade Show CONFERENCE and WORKSHOP REGISTRATIONHOW TO USE THIS FORM

A. REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE(S) using Section (A) of this form. There are no “single day” registrations available. Additional Monday Dinner Tickets are available in advance if you’d like to bring a guest. Take advantage of the early bird registration (postmarked by 2/22/20) and save. Registration closes 3/4/20.

B. PRE-REGISTER FOR THE WORKSHOP SESSIONS AND/OR TRAINING COURSES using Section (B) on page two of this form. Follow the instructions to indicate your preferred workshop sessions and/or training courses (at Annual Conference only) in each concurrent session time period. Space is limited to 40 students per training course. Registering for a half-day training course on Monday or Tuesday during the Annual Conference are at a $30/each premium. Breakout sessions and training courses are subject to change.

C. SUBMIT REGISTRATION FORM & PAYMENT: Complete the entire registration form. Use a separate form for each attendee. Conference fees may be paid by credit card, money order or check made payable to PASEO. If paying by credit card, please register online at www.PA-SEO.org. Pay the registration fee that is in effect on the date your registration materials are postmarked. Send the completed 2-page registration form along with your payment to: PASEO, 4902 Carlisle Pike #268, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050.

D. ONLINE REGISTRATION: In lieu of this form, you may register & make payment online at www.PA-SEO.org.

► A. CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

SEO# _______________ Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________

Company or Township _________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________

City: _________________________________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: ___________________

Daytime phone: _________________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________

PASEO MEMBERSHIP

□ I am a member of PASEO and have already paid my 2020 dues

□ I am a member of: □PSMA, □POWRA, or □PAPSS and eligible for the Member Discount below

□ Please renew my PASEO membership for 2020 (add $110.00) $__________

□ I would like to join PASEO now (add $110.00) - eligible for Member Discount below $__________

REGISTRATION FEES

ANNUAL CONF w/INSTALLATION COURSE (Mar. 8-10): □ $ 400 $__________ ANNUAL CONF (Mar. 9-10): Early Bird Fee by Feb. 22 □ $ 260 □ $ 355 $__________

ANNUAL CONF (Mar. 9-10): Standard Fee □ $ 300 □ $ 395 $__________ ANNUAL CONF -- ADD HALF-DAY TRAINING COURSE(S): Ecoflo in PA - Coco Biofilters (#261-005) (Mar. 9) □ $ 30 $__________ All About At-Grade Systems (#255-005) (Mar. 10) □ $ 30 $__________ ANNUAL CONF: Add’l Mon. Dinner Tickets (for guests) □ $ 60 x # of tickets ______ = $__________

WESTERN CONF (Mar. 16): □ $ 135 □ $ 230 $__________

TOTAL DUE $ _________

PASEO MEMBERDISCOUNT

REGISTRATIONFEE

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Make check payable to PASEO or register & pay by credit card online at www.PA-SEO.org. Don’t forget to pre-register for the workshops on page 2. Mail this completed 2-page registration form with payment to: PASEO, 4902 Carlisle Pike #268, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM

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SEO#: NAME: Page 2 of 2: 2020 PASEO Conference & Workshop Registration ► B. WORKSHOP SESSION REGISTRATION

Concurrent workshop sessions for each conference are shown horizontally next to the time period in which they will be held. Indicate your workshop/training course preferences for each time slot by checking the box (a) next to your desired topics. There is an extra charge to register for training coures held at the Annual Conference.

2020 ANNUAL PASEO CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOWSUNDAY - March 8

9:00am

o Installation of Onsite Wastewater Treatement Systems

Training Course DAY 1

#12-0087(12 SEO credits)

9am-5pm

For a description of each session topic & training course, refer to the complete online attendee brochure (www.PA-SEO.org).

MONDAY - March 9

9:00am o Opening Keynote - Pharmaceuticals & Other Emerging Contaminants: Can Soil & Septic Systems Protect Groundwater?

10:45amo Installation of

Onsite Wastewater Treatement Systems

Training CourseDAY 2

#12-0087(12 SEO credits)10:30am-5:15pm

o How to Defuse a Hostile Situaton

o Overcoming Resistance to New Technologies & Alternatives

o Keeping What’s In, In &What’s Out, Out

2:00pmo Search Warrants: When

You Need Them & How to Get Them

o Right to Know Law for Local Government

o Ecoflo in PA - Coco BiofilterTraining Course

#261-0005(3 SEO credits)

2:00pm-5:15pm(+ $30)3:45pm o Sampling Wastewater

for Evidenceo Gravity Grease Interceptor Design

o Yes, I plan to stay for the buffet dinner reception on Monday evening; o No, I don’t

TUESDAY- March 10

8:00am

o Spatial Requirements for

Alternate Systems in Design & Planning

o Septic Tank Pumping & Sewage Management Plans

o Creative Solutionsfor Problem Lots

o All About At-Grade SystemsTraining Course

#255-0005(3 SEO credits)

8:00am-11:15am(+ $30)9:45am

o Matching the System to the

Landscape

o Carrying a Weaponon the Job

o Meeting an SEO’sInsurance Needs

1:00pm o Closing Plenary Session: I Wish I Knew Then What I Know Now!

2:00pm o Plenary Session: PA DEP Question & Answer Panel Discussion

Mail this completed form with payment to: PASEO, 4902 Carlisle Pike #268, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050.You can also register online & make payment by credit card at www.PA-SEO.org

2020 WESTERN PASEO CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOWMONDAY - March 16

8:30am

o Pressure Distribution - Understanding Demand Dosing,Time Dosing, and Flow Equalization Training Course

#249-0005(3 SEO credits)

o Sewage Management Basics Training Course#215-0087

(3 SEO credits)

1:00pm

o PercRite Micromounds - Design Review & Installation Inspection Training Course

#114-0005(3 SEO credits)

o Advantex Treatment Systems in PA - Maintenance Provisions for the SEO Training Course (#1010TECH-0005CLRM); and,

Maintaining a Residential JET BAT Media Plant Training Course (#1012TECH-0005CLRM) (3 SEO credits combined)

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INSTALLATION OF ONSITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMSSunday, March 8th, 9:00am-5:00pm - Monday, March 9th, 10:30am-5:15pmDEP Training Course ID #12-0087, 12 SEO CEUs

The PASEO/PSMA Installation of Onlot Wastewater Systems training course (#12-0001) is being offered concurrently with the Annual Conference activities on Monday & Tuesday. If you opt to register for this training course, you will attend the two-day course instead of the various conference breakout sessions. However, training course participants can take part in all of the conference breaks, meals, and networking opportunities. This course will educate installers in proper design and installation of septic systems so that systems operate effectively upon startup and are accessible for regular service over the life of the system. Topics covered will include: Industry Integrity, Installation Safety, Soils and Site Evaluation, Materials and Techniques, Installation Planning, Distribution Pressure and Gravity Systems, Tanks, Installation Piping, and Pumps & Controls. Successful completion will result in the individual being listed on DEP’s website as having completed the installation course.

ECOFLO IN PA - COCO BIOFILTERSMonday, March 9th, 2:00pm-5:15pmDEP Training Course #261-0005, 3 SEO CEUs

Ecoflo Biofilters are advanced treatment systems that have been approved for use in PA as alternate systems. The focus of this half day, 3- SEO credit course will be the new EC7 Coco filter models. The course will provide a technical overview of the coco filter system andH its performance in reducing BOD5 and TSS. General system design standards for both plastic and concrete tanks will be presented along with absorption area sizing criteria. Construction and installation techniques will be reviewed along with permitting guidance, as well as system operation and maintenance requirements.

ALL ABOUT AT-GRADE SYSTEMSTuesday, March 10th, 8:00am-11:15amDEP Training Course #261-0005, 3 SEO CEUs

At-grade absorption areas are an alternative to elevated sand mound systems and are approved for use in PA as an alternate system. The focus of this half day, 3-credit course will be to describe the technical concept and site testing requirements for at-grade absorption areas particularly in comparison to elevated sand mound systems. General design criteria will be presented as well as more detailed absorption area design elements for both the level and sloped at-grade absorption areas. The importance of equalizing flows for sloped systems will be discussed as well as construction and installation techniques, SEO inspections, and system maintenance.

PRESSURE DISTRIBUTION - UNDERSTANDING DEMAND DOSING, TIME DOSING, AND FLOW EQUALIZATIONMonday, March 16th, 8:30am-12:00pmDEP Training Course #249-0005, 3 SEO CEUs

This course will educate Sewage Enforcement Officers with the overall concept of dosing i pressure distribtuion systems and how dosing can promote long term functioning of the absorption areas. The course describeds differences

ith demand dosing, time dosing, adn flow equalization, and presents teh advantages and disadvantages of each. The course will review the overall dosing requirements for Chapter 73 pressure dosed systems and teh alternate systemlisting for the use of flow equalization in PA. Typcial design scenarios will be reviewed for demand and time dosing as well as for flow equalization situations, so that the SEO can acquire experience in reviewing and determining compliance with PA standards. Attendees will learn how various control panels are designed to facilitate dosing schemes and also to provide useful information for ongoing system operations. The use of standard spreadsheets will also be introduced to help facilitate SEO design reviews.

PERCRITE MICROMOUND: DESIGN REVIEW & INSTALLATION INSPECTIONMonday, March 16th, 1:00pm-4:30pmDEP Training Course #261-0005, 3 SEO CEUs

This course will review the alternate system listing for the American PercRite micromound system and educate SEOs about the design review and installation inspections for this technology. Part 1 of the course will review the basic siting and design requirements and the details of sand and drip tubing placement. Operational design calculations will also be demonstrated. Part 2 of the course defines manufacturer and SEO responsibilities and then focusses on critical elements of the SEO inspection of a micromound installation. Satisfactory completion of this course will allow SEOs to independently issue permits for this technology.

SEWAGE MANAGEMENT BASICSMonday, March 16th, 8:30am-12:00pmDEP Training Course #215-0087, 3 SEO CEUs

Course objectives include: to introduce SEOs to sewage management and the importance of keeping onlot sewage systems healthy; to provide some steps for creating a sewage management program (SMP); and, to give options for implementing, administering, and enforcing a SMP.

ADVANTEX TREATMENT SYSTEMS IN PA, andMAINTAINING A RESIDENTIAL JET BAT MEDIA PLANTMonday, March 16th, 1:00pm-4:30pmDEP Training Course #1010TECH-0005CLRM & #1012TECH-0005CLRM, 3 SEO CEUs COMBINED

Advantex - The importance of system maintenance cannot be overstated and is the key to long term system functioning. Acknowledging the fact that all systems and all system components require maintenance, this short course on operation and maintenance will focus on the Orenco Advantex Treatment System. The course will briefly summarize the Adantex treatment system, how it works, and the current maintenance measures required in PA by the system’s alternate listing. The course will then focus on more detailed maintenance activities that are specific to the Advantex system.

Residential JET BAT - The importance of maintaining all components of an onlot sewage disposal system cannot be overemphasized. This short course will focus on system operation and maintenance for a residential Jet BAT Media plant. The course will briefly summarize the basic components and operation of the media plant and will then focus on detailed maintenance activities that are specific to the Jet BAT media plant.

TRAININ

G COURSES

SEO Training Courses Offered

Attendees at both the Annual and Western Conference can take DEP-approved SEO training courses to maximize their acquisition of continuing education credits. Pre-registration is required for ALL training courses - no walk-in’s can be accomdated. Space is limited to the first 40 registrants per class. Additional fees apply (Annual Conference only).

ANNUAL CONFERENCE

WESTERN CONFERENCE

Register Online Todayat www.PA-SEO.org

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PENNSYLVANIA ASSOCIATION OF SEWAGE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

2020 Conference Breakout Session Descriptions

2020 Annual Conference & Trade Show | Harrisburg, PA

Note: The “PASEO/PSMA Installation of Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems” training course (#12-

0087) will be offered on Sunday, March 8, 2020 through Monday, March 9, 2020. This course is

approved for 12 SEO continuing education credits. Additionally, the training course “Ecoflo in PA – Coco

Biofilter” (#261-0005) will be offered on Monday, March 9, 2020 in the afternoon; and, the training

course “All About At-Grade Systems” (#261-0005) will be offered on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 in

morning. Each of these courses is approved for three SEO continuing education credits. Space is limited

in all training courses to 40 students; and, all require pre-registration at an additional fee. See Attendee

registration form for more info.

Monday, March 9, 2020

Opening Keynote: Pharmaceuticals and Other Emerging Contaminants – Can Soil and Septic Systems

Protect Groundwater?

Bryan Swistock, Penn State University

Pharmaceuticals and personal care products have become contaminants of emerging concern in

groundwater and surface water because they can disrupt the endocrine systems of aquatic

species such as fish and amphibians. Current research is attempting to understand both their

environmental and human health impacts. This presentation will briefly introduce some of the

most common emerging contaminants and provide results from two recent research projects at

Penn State University. The first project sought to understand the occurrence of emerging

contaminants in drinking water supplies from surface water rivers and reservoirs both before

and after various levels of water treatment. Drinking water from private groundwater wells was

also tested in areas utilizing on-lot septic systems. The second project sampled groundwater

underneath the Penn State “Living Filter” which has received wastewater effluent for over 40

years from the Penn State University campus. These two studies provide some insights on the

occurrence of emerging contaminants and the ability of soils and wastewater treatment systems

to absorb these contaminants.

How to Defuse a Hostile Situation

TBA

Sewage Enforcement Officers, not unlike police officers, are charged with enforcing rules,

regulations and sometimes laws. Dealing with property owners who are frustrated or angered

by bad news over their septic system is an art that all SEOs need to master. This session will

discuss how to identify signs that a property owner may be on the verge of becoming

belligerent. And if they do become hostile, the presenter will cover techniques that you can

employ to verbally de-escalate the situation.

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Overcoming Resistance to New Technologies & Alternatives

Panel of Technology Manufacturers

Change can often time be difficult. Certainly, the introduction of new technology is a change

from “the way that we have always done it.” A group of wastewater technology manufacturers

will discuss methods that can be used to overcome objections from property owners and/or

local government officials to new technologies and alternatives. Unique features and benefits

of various technologies will be discussed and how they can be used to help find the best solution

to property owner’s needs. In the end everyone needs to use the best technology for the given

situation. Often “the way we have always done it” is not the best way due to all the great new

technology at our disposal.

Keeping What’s In, In & What’s Out, Out

Kayla Hanson, National Precast Concrete Association

Strong, durable, watertight tanks are an essential component of every onsite wastewater

system. To achieve effective, efficient, and reliable treatment, tanks must be designed to excel

in the conditions they'll be exposed to during their service life. Water tightness is a characteristic

that depends on the quality of the concrete, the tank's joints and sealants, the pipe connections,

and the riser sections. During this session we will examine each of these crucial areas and

discuss what goes into making precast concrete tanks watertight. We will also review what

mistakes could lead to leaking and what manufacturers and installers are doing, or should be

doing, to avoid these issues. We will also touch on some basics of concrete, including its

ingredients, how and why concrete hardens, and how it behaves over time. Lastly, we will

discuss water tightness testing by the hydrostatic method and the vacuum method.

Search Warrants: When You Need Them & How to Get Them

Steven Chieffo, Pennsylvania Magisterial District Judge

This session with a local District Magistrate will cover questions like: When can an SEO enter a

property? What evidence can a SEO collect without a search warrant? How does an SEO obtain

and properly serve a search warrant? Often when a SEO must seek a search warrant, they must

first educate the District Judge as to the fact that they are empowered by ACT 537 to obtain

one. Judge Chieffo, will explain how to properly educate the District Judge in order to receive

the warrant sought.

Right to Know Law for Local Government

George Spiess, Pennsylvania Office of Open Records

This presentation will cover the fundamentals of Pennsylvania’s Right to Know Law and discuss

its application to local government units and agencies. Attendees will learn about municipal

obligations and how to best handle and process requests for local records. As a regulatory SEO

you may work “part time” be it in a given municipality or overall. There are legal time frames

that you may be called upon in which to provide information under the Right to Know law. All

SEOs should be familiar with the law’s requirements as they themselves and the municipalities

they serve can be held accountable for failure to act in a timely manner.

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Sampling Wastewater for Evidence

Brian Oram, BF Environmental

Martin Siegel, Barley Snyder

This session will be co-instructed by an environmental consultant and an environmental

attorney. It will cover how to recognize the warning signs when sampling may be needed; what

are the parameters of interest and is there a need to benchmark; the sampling process and

discussions with the laboratory; and, an introduction to chain of custody process. Participants

will also learn about the legal questions surrounding access and best practices for handling

evidence in a typical enforcement case.

Gravity Grease Interceptor Design

Kayla Hanson, National Precast Concrete Association

Fats, oils, and grease can easily clog on-lot sewage systems and can be a nightmare to utility

managers as they can result in sanitary sewer overflows. 73.17 d of the Sewage Regulations

require food preparation facilities to install an adequately designed pre-treatment unit but does

not provide any further detail. To that end, precast concrete gravity grease interceptors (GGIs)

are relied upon to pretreat grease-laden waste streams and reduce FOG emissions to sewers to

prevent blockages downstream. GGIs must be designed to withstand anticipated loads, provide

easy access for inspection and maintenance, provide an environment that is conducive to

separation, and be sized to retain large quantities of grease to reduce pumping/cleanout costs.

Precast concrete gravity grease interceptors can be sized from 750 gallons to over 20,000

gallons and have a proven history of durability and service in this industry. As more precast

grease interceptors are specified, questions arise about how to size and configure them. This

session will contain information on design best practices to create optimum conditions within

the precast concrete gravity grease interceptor. Topics will include traffic loading designations,

sizing methodologies, and appropriate tank design.

Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Spatial Requirements for Alternate Systems

Laurel Mueller, Mountain Wastewater Management

This session will highlight the most common DEP Onlot Alternate Systems: pre-treatments and

absorption areas. The dimensional and spatial requirements for bed types, based on slope

groups of 0- 8%, 8-12%, 12-15%, and 15-20%, as specified in Chapter 73 and Onlot Alternate

listings will be explained to participants. This session also includes a stake-out exercise (in-

classroom workshop with rod readings, taped measurements, and test pit proximity, isolation

distances) to help attendees to visual the reality of best-fit.

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Septic Tank Pumping & Sewage Management Plans – How to Do It Right

Ray Erb, Thomas Erb & Sons, Inc.

Septic tank pumpers and haulers play a key role in the up-keep of homeowner onsite treatment

systems. Often, municipalities have the pumper/hauler conduct cursory inspections of tanks and

report their findings to the township. This session will discuss the ins and outs of properly

pumping a septic tank including the inspection of the tank for leaks baffle and structural

integrity. The presenter will also cover how pumping fits into a township sewage management

plan.

Creative Solutions for Problem Lots

Adam Browning, Penn’s Trail Environmental LLC

A discussion on the use of alternate systems, split absorption area systems, community systems,

small flow systems, etc. to overcome obstacles when developing a lot or replacing an existing

failing septic system. Too many designers are not aware of the flexibility that the regulations

provide when designing a sewage system. Often, they design a sandmound right in front of the

house potentially lowering the property value instead of considering an alternate systems or a

split system behind the house. This session will help add flexibility and creativity in future

designs.

Matching the System to the Landscape

Roger Lehmann, All County Associates

Some designers just find a spot on the property to put a sewage system without regard to how it

may function better by siting it on the right terrain. Consideration should be given to how it can

be blended into the environment to make it less obtrusive. Consideration should also be given

to how the property owner may wish to develop the land in the future (e.g. would they want to

put a garage in that location.). This presentation will cover how best to match the system to the

landscape.

Carrying a Weapon on the Job

Eric Weaknecht, Berks County Sheriff

Under what circumstances can an SEO carry a weapon while acting in the capacity of a

municipal enforcement officer? When is it prohibited? What constitutes a weapon? This session

discusses the legality and issues of individuals carrying a firearm while on the job: concealed

carry permit vs. Act 235 training, carrying in a vehicle, authorization from a local jurisdiction, etc.

Meeting an SEO’s Insurance Needs

Mark Amirault, Klein Agency LLC

As a third-party contracted SEO or as a wastewater design professional, you have special

insurance needs. This presentation will discuss how you can best protect your business with

proper insurance coverage. What type of liability insurance should you obtain? What other risks

are you exposed to? Attend this session and learn the answers!

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Closing Plenary Session: I Wish I Knew Then What I Know Now!

Panel of Sewage Enforcement Officers

Hindsight is always 20/20. A panel of sewage enforcement officers will discuss problematic

situations they had to deal with due to insufficient knowledge by the property owner, contractor,

and/or themselves. Learn from first-hand experience how using education that you have obtained

can help prevent problems before they occur.

Plenary Session: PA DEP Q&A Panel Discussion

PA DEP Staff, Moderated by Joe Valentine

Have representatives from Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection offices answer

your questions in a moderated roundtable format. Learn the latest news affecting SEOs in

Pennsylvania directly from the Department.

2020 Western Conference & Trade Show | Monroeville, PA

Monday, March 16, 2020

Note: PASEO’s 2020 Western Conference will consist only of SEO training courses instead of various

individual breakout sessions. There will be two tracks of courses from which you can select. This will

yield a greater number of SEO continuing education credits for attendees (up to six) versus past

conferences (which were only approved for up to two). Refer to the Attendee registration brochure for

specific course offerings and descriptions. Space is limited in all training courses to 40 students.

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ANN

UAL

CON

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Annual Conference & Trade ShowMarch 8-10, 2020 Red Lion Hotel4751Lindle Road, Harrisburg PA 17111

Lodging Info:PASEO attendess can take advantage of our discounted block room rate of $97/night for a standard room at the Red Lion Hotel by mentioning the PASEO Conference while making reservations. Discount cut-off date is Feb. 22nd. Reservations can be made by calling the hotel at (717) 939-7841 or toll free (800) 637-4817.

SUNDAY - March 8

9:00am-5:00pm Installation of Onsite Watewater Systems Training Course DAY 1

1:00pm-4:30pm Conference Registration Open

4:30pm-6:00pm PASEO State Board Meeting - Open to all members

6:00pm-8:00pm WELCOME RECEPTION - Appetizers & Cash Bar

MONDAY - March 9

8:00am-9:00am Conference Registration Open & Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

9:00am-10:15am OPENING KEYNOTE SESSION

10:30am-5:15pm Installation of Onsite Wastewater Systems Training Course DAY 2

10:45am-12:00pm Educational Break-out Sessions

12:00pm-1:00pm Buffet Lunch in Exhibit Hall

1:15pm-2:00pm PASEO REGIONAL CHAPTER MEETINGS

2:00pm-3:15pm Educational Break-out Sessions

3:15pm-3:45pm Break in Exhibit Hall

3:45pm-5:00pm Educational Break-out Sessions

5:00pm-6:00pm HAPPY HOUR RECEPTION in Exhibit Hall (Beer Sponsored by Expert Septic LLC)

6:00pm-8:00pm BUFFET DINNER, SOCIAL NETWORKING, & ENTERTAINMENT in Exhibit Hall

TUESDAY- March 10

7:00am-8:00am Hot Buffet Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

8:00am-9:15am Educational Break-out Sessions

9:15am-9:45am Break in Exhibit Hall

9:45am-11:00am Educational Break-out Sessions

11:15am-12:00pm PASEO ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP BUSINESS MEETING

12:00pm-1:00pm Buffet Lunch in Exhibit Hall

1:00pm-2:00pm CLOSING KEYNOTE SESSION

2:00pm-3:30pm CLOSING SESSION: PADEP Question & Answer Session

ANNUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

SAVE TIME & REGISTER ONLINE AT www.PA-SEO.org

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WESTERN

CON

FERENCE

Western Conference & Trade ShowMarch 16, 2020

DoubleTree by Hilton101 Mall Blvd, Monroeville PA 15146

Lodging Info:PASEO attendees can make overnight guest room

reservation at the DoubleTree Hotel by calling(412) 373-7300. No room block has been set aside.

Space is limited at the Western Conference.

MONDAY - March 16

7:00am-8:00am Exhibitor Move-in

8:00am-8:30am Conference Registration Open & Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall

8:30am-12:00pm Two Tracks of Training Courses

12:00pm-1:00pm Buffet Lunch in Exhibit Hall

1:00pm-4:30pm Two Tracks of Training Courses

WESTERN CONFERENCE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

RECEIVE AN EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTON YOUR ANNUAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IF POSTMARKED

BEFORE 2/22/20

CANCELLATION/REFUND/RETURN POLICY

CONFERENCE: Conference registration fees may be paid by credit card or check, made payable to PASEO. When a written cancellation request is received by mail, fax or courier five or more days before the first day of the conference, a refund in the form of a voucher will be issued. The voucher will be equal to 50% of the amount paid. The voucher has no cash value. However, the voucher amount may be deducted from the subsequent year’s conference registration fee. Cancellations received four or fewer days before the start of the conference event will not receive a voucher or other consideration. Substitutions can be made without charge.

MEMBERSHIP: Membership dues are non-refundable.

FOR A FULL DESCRIPTION OF THE BREAKOUT SESSIONS, PLEASE

REFER TO THE ONLINE VERSION OF THIS BROCHURE ON PASEO’S

WEBSITE PA-SEO.ORG

PASEO’s Tax ID number is 23-2447868 PASEO’s DEP Vendor ID is 652570

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(717) 761-8648www.PA-SEO.org

PA SEOThe Pennsylvania Association ofSEWAGE ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOWAnnual ConferenceMarch 8-10, 2020Harrisburg, PA

Western ConferenceMarch 16, 2020Monroeville, PA

Educational Sessions, Training Courses, Installer Course, & More! 0202REGISTER ONLINE at PA-SEO.org TODAY!