TEXAS FLOODPLAIN

MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION

27th Annual TFMA Spring Conference April 14-17, 2015 The Westin Park Central Dallas, Texas

Wednesday, April 15, Opening Plenary Session 1:15 - 2:00 pm

“Floodplain Mapping and Flood Forecasting Technology - Into the Future”

By: David R. Maidment, PhD Hussein M. Alharthy Centennial Chair in Civil Engineering Center for Research in Water Resources The University of Texas at Austin

David R. Maidment is the Hussein M. Alharthy Centennial Chair in Civil Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin where he has served on the faculty since 1981. He is a specialist in surface water hydrology and in the use of information systems in hydrology. He served as the Chair of two Committees of the National Academies which reviewed the FEMA floodplain mapping program in 2007 and 2009 and is currently a member of the National Academies Committee concerned with the affordability of NFIP premiums. He is also leading a National Flood Interoperability Experiment in collaboration with the new National Water Center operated by the National Weather Service to demonstrate a new national flood data, modeling, forecasting and inundation mapping system for the nation.

By the end of this presentation, the attendees should be able to:

Identify recent advances in floodplain mapping and flood forecasting tools.

Understand the foreseeable (short term) changes and improvements in technology related to flood planning.

Gain perception of the future about flood planning and advancing technologies.

Welcome to TFMA’s 27th Annual Spring Conference! We are excited to offer you and your colleagues the opportunity to come together in one place to discuss and share innovative practices in education. This year's conference offers important sessions addressing the issues facing floodplain professionals every day. A host of workshops, plenary and Concurrent Session speakers will challenge all of you to think in ways you never have and provide direction as you steer your communities down new and innovative paths. To that end, our conference program touches on every aspect of floodplain management at any level—corporate, county, city, state or federal.

Over 24 hours of continuing education with technical sessions carefully created to suit your needs in a variety of formats. The exhibit area will allow you to learn about new tools and technology available to you. The exhibit hall is no doubt an educational experience for you too. Finally, there will be ample time for you to connect with colleagues and friends by participating at all the events being offered, including the annual evening banquet, awards luncheon and the Closing Reception/Silent Auction on Thursday night.

So register early and get ready to attend one of the best conferences this year.

T F M A SPRING CONFERENCE DETAILS

SPRING 2015—SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

7:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

Conference Registration

11:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

TFMA Board of Directors Meeting

6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.

Texas National CFM Exam

Workshop A—8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

Floodplain Management 101

Workshop B—8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

Intermediate Floodplain Management

Workshop C—1:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m. (Part 1)

Implementing Low Impact Development in Your Community

Continental Breakfasts and Breaks in Exhibit Hall

7:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

Conference Registration

7:00 a.m.—5:30 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Opens

9:00 a.m.—5:30 p.m.

Silent Auction Bidding Begins

Workshop D—8:00 a.m.—Noon (Part 2)

Implementing Low Impact Development in Your Community

Workshop E—8:00 a.m.— Noon

CRS and Higher Standards

Workshop F—8:00 a.m.—Noon

Issues in Urban (Zone X) Flooding

Workshop G—8:00 a.m.—Noon

How to Review a 2D Model

Workshop H—8:00 a.m.—Noon

Dallas Levee System Pump Station Tour

Field Trip –Shuttle bus to be provided

2:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m.

Plenary Session Lectures

5:00 p.m.

Adjourn

7:00 a.m.

Exhibit Hall and Silent Auction Open

7:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

Conference Registration

8:00 a.m.—11:30 a.m.

Concurrent Sessions

11:45 a.m.—1:30 p.m.

TFMA Awards & Membership Luncheon

1:30 p.m.—2:00 p.m.

Visit Exhibit Hall & Silent Auction

2:00 p.m.—5:30 p.m.

Concurrent Sessions

5:30 p.m.—8:00 p.m.

Networking Reception & Silent Auction

7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Exhibit Hall & Continental Breakfast

7:00 a.m.—Noon Conference Registration 8:00 a.m.—Noon Closing Plenary Session Noon Conference Adjourns

TUESDAY, APRIL 14

EARLY BIRD WORKSHOPS

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15

EARLY BIRD WORKSHOPS

OPENING PLENARY SESSION

THURSDAY, APRIL 16

FRIDAY, APRIL 17

ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION

This fun filled event returns for it’s third

consecutive year and it keeps getting better and

better. Be prepared to bid on some exciting hotel

packages, baskets, wines, and more.

Bidding hours are:

Wed., April 15 : 9:00 AM—5:30 PM

Thurs., April 16: 7:00 AM—7:00 PM

Bidding ends at 7:00 PM.

Have an item to contribute?

Call the TFMA office at 512-260-1366 to en-

sure your item gets included today!

T F M A

1:15 p.m.—2:00 p.m.

J. Mike Howard Lectureship

Keynote: David R. Maidment, PhD

5:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m.

“Casino Royale”—Annual Banquet

Full dinner buffet and games

Westin Park Central Hotel 5:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m.

Get ready to practice your skills with Texas Hold’em, Craps,

Blackjack, and Roulette in TFMA’s Casino Royale. We’ll start

the night off with a delicious dinner buffet and then let the games

begin! The more you play, you increase your chances to win

some great prizes. This event is complimentary to all full confer-

ence attendees but RSVP is a must.

See registration form to RSVP. Guest tickets: $45.00

TFMA Annual Awards and Membership Luncheon

Westin Park Central Hotel 11:45 a.m.—1:30 p.m.

Who will be the Floodplain Manager of the Year or the County Floodplain Management Excellence Award? By

attending this event, you’ll find out who they are and you’ll also be introduced to your new 2015 TFMA Officers.

Event is complimentary to full and one-day conference attendees only but RSVP is a must.

See registration form to RSVP. Guest tickets: $35.00

This is your last chance to mingle with your colleagues and friends and your last chance to bid on the auction

where bidding ends at 7:00 p.m. SHARP! Plenty of finger foods, drinks and door prizes too. Complimentary.

Come visit with companies that have the services and products you need to help you do your job best.

Continental breakfasts, breaks, and Thursday’s reception and silent auction will be held in the hall.

HEADQUARTERS HOTEL INFORMATION T F M A

Wednesday, April 15 * TFMA’s Annual Banquet—Casino Royale

Thursday, April 16

Networking Reception & Silent Auction 5:30 p.m.—8:30 p.m.

TFMA Expo Center - Wednesday thru Friday

The Westin Park Central Dallas

12720 Merit Drive

Dallas, TX 75251

PH: 972-385-3000

The Westin Dallas Park Central Hotel is a favorite with business and

leisure travelers alike. With complimentary shuttle transportation

within a five mile radius guests can explore the Dallas area at their leisure. This North Dallas Hotel is located

between two premier Dallas shopping destinations, NorthPark Center and The Galleria Dallas.

TFMA has negotiated a special group rate of $125 single/double occupancy with the Westin Park Central.

When making your reservations, mention you are with TFMA Annual Spring Conference to get this special

rate. You can make your reservation by calling 888-627-7032 or you can make your reservation online by

clicking 27th Annual TFMA Spring Conference (OR copy and paste the following link into a web browser)

https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=1409255451&key=185C5C

Reservation Cutoff Date is March 31 or when the room block is full, whichever comes first.

SPECIAL EVENTS

TFMA’s

Casino

Royale

TFMA 2015 SPRING CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

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T F M A

Tuesday, April 14 - Optional

Wednesday, April 15 - Optional - 8:00 am-Noon

Full Conference Registration: Wednesday PM - Friday

(Includes all Plenary Sessions, Wed. Casino Royale, Thurs. luncheon, Concurrent Sessions, reception)

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Workshop D _____ $45 Implementing Low Impact Development (Part 2)

Workshop E _____ $45 CRS and Higher Standards

Workshop F _____ $45 Issues in Urban Flooding

Workshop G_____ $45 How to Review a 2D Model: What’s New?

Workshop H_____ $50 Field Trip: Dallas Levee System (Limited to 40 registrants)

Workshop A _____$45 Floodplain Mgt. 101 (8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)

Workshop B _____$45 Intermediate FP Management (8:00 a.m.-5:00p.m.)

Workshop C _____$45 Implementing Low Impact Development (Part 1 )(1 pm-5pm)

Before March 27 On March 28

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_____ $350 Non-Member Rate _____ $425 Non-Member Rate

Before March 27 On March 28

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Thursday Concurrent Sessions Here’s a sneak peek on what you

can expect for the popular

concurrent sessions:

* Hydrology & Hydraulics

* Floodplain Mgt. Tools

* Stormwater Management

* Permitting & Flood Insurance

* Floodplain Mgt. Strategies

More information will be posted on

the website as it becomes availa-

ble.

Not Certified Yet?

Attend the FP Management 101 Workshop all day on Tuesday, April

14 from 8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. The exam will be administered from

6:00 P.M.—9:00 P.M. on that day.

This intense one day course will include an overview of topics

relative to floodplain management . To sit for the exam, you must:

Join TFMA and pay the $45 annual fee

Complete a CFM Exam Application and pay a $100 fee

Email completed application to tfma1@att.net at least 3 weeks

before the exam date.

Be part of the elite group of CFMs: BECOME CERTIFIED.

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DEADLINE TO

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APRIL 1, 2015

Conference Cancellation Policy

All cancellations must be received via email on or before April 1 to

tfma1@att.net to receive a refund minus $100 administrative fee.

Absolutely no refunds after April 1.

NOTE: If you register for the conference and do not pay in advance,

you will be invoiced $100 if you are a No-show.