Green Infrastructure for Small, Rural Communities

Webinar description: This webinar highlighted two small Midwestern communities who have begun implementing green infrastructure (low impact development) projects.  The speakers addressed the following topics: 

  • Why should a small, rural community implement green infrastructure practices? 
  • How were project(s) funded/implemented? 
  • Were there cost savings or other benefits? 
  • Were local ordinances a consideration before or after your project? 
  • What lessons were learned?  What advice do you have for other communities?

Speakers:

  • David Shelton; University of Nebraska, Professor in Bio. Systems Engineering and Extension Ag. Engineer (Wayne, NE)
  • Matt Durand; Stormwater Manager (Owatonna, MN)

Presentations: 

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