APWA.net Event Detail

Date(s):

January 17, 2008

Location:

Audio/Web Broadcast

Cost:

Members: $150.00
Non Members: $200.00

Description:

The BEST from the San Antonio Congress
Aging Infrastructure Litigation: How to Prevent It; How to Defeat It

This program is based on one of the best attended and highest rated education sessions at the 2007 Congress!

Leaking landfills, failing structures, deteriorating water systems � the list of potential aging infrastructure litigation issues is endless. Defending against legal claims can be costly and time consuming. Don�t miss this opportunity to get expert advice on what specific actions public works professionals can take to:
� Evaluate the risk for the �problem infrastructure assets� in your jurisdiction,
� Develop strategies to reduce the risk of litigation,
� Prepare to defend against such litigation should it occur.

Real world examples and solutions --- that�s what this program will deliver!

This program has been approved for .2 CEUs or 2 PDHs. The form to request these credits is included in the handouts for this program.

Speaker:

Thomas F. Vandenburg

Partner
Dongell Lawrence Finney LLP
Los Angeles, CA

Thomas F. Vandenburg is a partner in the law firm of Dongell Lawrence Finney LLP in Los Angeles, California. Mr. Vandenburg received his law degree from the University of Virginia in 1992. Mr. Vandenburg�s legal practice focuses on environmental, toxic tort and construction litigation. In his career Mr. Vandenburg has handled litigation matters involving landfills, ports, airports, wastewater collection systems, commercial developments, residential developments, university campuses, government research laboratories, defense contractor sites, manufacturing facilities, agricultural operations, recycling facilities, and current and former dry cleaner sites, among others. Mr. Vandenburg has represented numerous public entities in such matters, including the Regents of the University of California; El Dorado County, California; the City of Inglewood, California; and the City of Santa Rosa, California. Mr. Vandenburg is a frequent speaker on legal topics before various professional organizations, including recent presentations at the 2007 National Conference of the Academy of Certified Hazardous Materials Managers, the 2007 Annual Landfill Symposium of the Solid Waste Association of North America, and the 2006 Yosemite Environmental Conference. Mr. Vandenburg also serves as an elected member of the Executive Committee of the Environmental Section of the California State Bar.

Speaker:

Jaime Moreno, P.E.

Chief Operating Officer
Geomatrix Consultants
Newport Beach, CA

Jaime E. Moreno, PE, is a Principal Engineer and Chief Operating Officer for Geomatrix Consultants. Mr. Moreno has more than 20 years experience with large engineering and water resources projects. His experience includes all facets of engineering studies, planning, design, management, and design/build participation for a wide variety of project types including storm drainage, water facilities, wastewater facilities, utilities, public works, infrastructure, transportation improvements, construction management, regulatory compliance, and water resources projects. Mr. Moreno also provides expert support and related services to a broad range of legal, governmental and private clients and entities.

Speaker:

MODERATOR: Dan Stack, P.E.

Senior Civil Engineer
City of Overland Park, KS

Dan Stack received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Kansas State University in May 1997. He is currently Senior Civil Engineer for the City of Overland Park, Kansas where his duties include overseeing capital improvement projects including major residential improvements and arterial widenings. He�s a registered engineer in the State of Kansas, and a Certified Public Manager. Dan is active in both NSPE and APWA serving on chapter committees and APWA�s National Awards Review Committee.

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