Statewide Phase II Municipal Stormwater Management Program Support
Since 2013, LWA has been a key partner for small municipalities across California, helping them navigate complex stormwater regulations and implement effective management programs.
The Phase II Permit requires that a wide range of training be conducted for municipal staff and specific target audiences, including third parties. LWA has developed tailored training program strategies that each provide a framework and schedule for meeting these obligations. LWA also has developed customized training modules and provided workshops to ensure that staff have the information that they need to conduct daily activities in a manner that is protective of water quality and meets regulatory requirements. The workshops incorporate adult learning principles, and, whenever possible, have included a “hands on” field-based component to help reinforce certain topics, such as assessment of onsite best management practice implementation. The modules have been delivered both in person and on virtual platforms, and they typically include knowledge assessments to gauge staff understanding and retention of the material.
What Sets Us Apart
- Comprehensive Expertise: We provide end-to-end solutions, from program development to staff training and regulatory compliance.
- Tailored Approaches: We customize our services to meet the unique needs of each community we serve.
- Innovative Training: Our hands-on, interactive training programs ensure that municipal staff are well-equipped to protect water quality.
- Collaborative Partnerships: We work with individual cities, countywide programs, and regional associations to create unified, effective strategies.
- Regulatory Navigation: We help communities stay ahead of complex and evolving stormwater regulations.
Key Services
- Program Development and Management: We create and help implement comprehensive stormwater management programs.
- Public Education and Outreach: We develop strategies and materials to engage and inform community members about water quality issues.
- Staff Training: Our customized training modules cover everything from basic permit requirements to specialized field techniques.
- Pollution Prevention Strategies: We develop plans for detecting and eliminating illicit discharges and managing municipal facilities.
- Regulatory Compliance Support: We assist with reporting, permit negotiations, and implementation of new regulations like the Statewide Trash Amendments.