Monday - 12/10/12

Tuesday - 12/11/12

Wednesday - 12/12/12

Monday, December 10, 2012 **

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Opening Reception at Don Pablo's Restaurant

Tuesday, December 11, 2012 **

Registration Opens / Exhibitor Set-Up

Registration and Networking Breakfast

Brownfields 101 (W1)

Room: Allegheny

Abstract: Spend an hour before the start of the conference learning the basics of Pennsylvania's brownfields program.  The session is designed for those who are either new to brownfields redevelopment or for those who want to put the entire brownfields redevelopment process into perspective.  The session will cover the basics of Acts 2, 3 and 4, the legal protections provided, federal counterparts, the drivers of the process, managing technical issues, the nuts and bolts of doing the deal, risk management, and long term stewardship of redevelopment projects including environmental covenants.  Speakers will provide both the DEP and private practice perspectives.

Moderator:  Steve Miano, Hangley Aronchick Segal Pudlin & Schiller, Philadelphia, PA

Speakers:  William K. Ahlert, Ph.D., HDR, Bethlehem, PA; Troy Conrad, Land Recycling Program, DEP, Harrisburg, PA

Best Practices Among State Brownfield Programs (W2)

Room: Monongahela

Abstract: Pennsylvania enacted the first voluntary cleanup program in the nation in 1995. In the last 17 years, numerous other states have followed suit.  However, not all VCPs and their accompanying funding and incentive programs look the same.  This panel will define shared “best practices” in brownfields development within several northeastern US states.  Discussion points will include:  background on program requirements and liability relief for individual voluntary cleanup programs;  funding and incentive programs for brownfield redevelopment; what’s new in the programs and incentives?;  Brownfields redevelopment challenges and successes;  response to real estate/brownfield market in the last 5 years, including state response to budget constraints; and market drivers and innovative approaches to brownfields programs - including sustainable development, alternative energy deployment, and natural gas development

Moderator: Mitch Bormack, TRC Companies, Philadelphia, PA

Speakers: Katie Courtright, Ohio Development Services Agency, Columbus, OH; George Hartenstein, Department of Environmental Protection, Harrisburg, PA; Jim Poling, Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation, New Castle, DE

Opening Welcome Session

Room: Confluence Ballroom

The 2012 PA Brownfields Conference officially is open for business! Join us in this opening plenary session with welcoming remarks presented by ESWP President Thomas E. Donatelli, P.E.

Moderator: Vince Brisini, DEP Deputy Secretary, Harrisburg, PA

Real Estate Plenary (P01)

Room: Confluence Ballroom

Abstract: It is becoming more apparent that brownfields redevelopment is directly linked to the real estate market. To “kick-start” the conference this session will present the current status and trends of the Pennsylvania real estate market and how brownfields fit in as a significant part.

Moderator: F. Brooks Robinson, DCED, Pittsburgh, PA

Speakers: Brett Malky, EQA Landmark Communities, Pittsburgh, PA; Louis Oliva, Newmark Grubb Knight Frank, Pittsburgh, PA

Broadening Horizons Beyond the Single Site Clean-up: The Role of Area-Wide Strategies for Comprehensive Brownfields Redevelopment (1A)

Room: Allegheny

Abstract: In 2010, the Borough of Monaca, in partnership with Midland Borough, the City of Aliquippa, the Borough of Coraopolis and the Ohio River Trail Council was awarded an EPA Area-Wide Planning Grant - one of only 23 awarded nationally and the only one awarded in PA.  This session will review the progress to-date on this critically important redevelopment effort and will outline the next steps for moving forward towards cleaning up sites, creating new jobs and continued revitalization of these communities.

Moderator: Jill Gaito, Principal, Gaito & Associates, LLC, Carlisle, PA

Speakers:  Jill Gaito, Principal, Gaito & Associates, LLC, Carlisle, PA; Sean Garrigan, RLA, AICP, ASLA, Principal, Stromberg-Garrigan & Associates, Inc., Somerset, PA; Mario Leone, Borough Manager, Monaca Borough, PA

Cost-Effective Remediation Restores Economic Viability of Impacted Properties (1B)

Room: Ohio

Abstract: The use of innovative technologies during assessment and remediation leads to cost-effective clean-up at impacted sites supporting more beneficial reuse of the contaminated properties.  This session will discuss remediation of metals-impacted soil, as well as sustainable in-situ remediation of soil/groundwater impacted with free-phase petroleum hydrocarbons and chlorinated solvents.

Moderator: Jennifer O'Reilly, Groundwater & Environmental Services, Inc., Exton, PA

Brownfields Inventory – Tools for Decision Making and Marketing (1C)

Room: Monongahela

Abstract: The redevelopment of brownfields is a process that typically begins with identifying potential sites; deciding which sites to work on; performing the necessary assessment or investigation; then marketing the sites for redevelopment. In addition, the process includes the participation of many stakeholders: owners, realtors and developers, community development corporations, policy and decision makers, and attorneys -- to name a few!  This panel is made up of individuals who have developed unique tools to assist stakeholders from site selection to active marketing of brownfield sites.  This panel will discuss the application of their respective tools, Multi-attribute decision making (MADM), PA Brownfields Inventory and GIS Site Marketing application, into each step of the process and demonstrate that there is no 'one size fits all' approach.

Moderator: Greg Firely, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, Doylestown, PA

Panelists: Deborah Lange, Ph.D., P.E., Western Pennsylvania Brownfields Center, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA; Kim Hoover, DEP, Harrisburg, PA; Greg Firely, Langan Engineering & Environmental Services, Doylestown, PA

Marcellus Shale Plenary / Mobile Workshop Video (P02)

Room: Confluence Ballroom

Abstract: The developing Marcellus shale gas industry presents significant growth potential within Pennsylvania. Brownfields have, and should continue to, play a key role in supporting this industry. This session will present the current status of the Marcellus shale gas development and associated brownfield revitalization opportunities.

Moderator: Joe Reinhart, Babst Calland, Pittsburgh, PA

Panelists: Kathryn Klaber, Marcellus Shale Coalition, Canonsburg, PA; Robert Ward, ASTORINO, Pittsburgh, PA.

Stick around after the panel for a short video preview of the sites on the mobile workshop and hear how the projects have improved the quality of life in each of the highlighted areas.  Video produced by the Commonwealth Media Services.

Sustainable Remediation, Life Cycle Costing and Development (2A)

Room: Allegheny

Abstract: The principles of sustainable remediation and application of remedial life cycle costing will be presented along with their use in development and redevelopment applications.

Moderator: Mark Terril, PPG Industries, Inc., Allison Park, PA

Speakers: Stewart Abrams, P.E. Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc. Canonsburg, PA;  Glenn Iosue, GES, Exton, PA; Amy Nagengast, Western Pennsylvania Brownfields Center, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA

How to Redevelop RCRA Sites in Pennsylvania (2B)

Room: Ohio

Abstract: The session will focus on projects in Pennsylvania that are pursuing closure under the RCRA program and are good examples of brownfields redevelopment projects where the redevelopment has been facilitated through a good working relationship between EPA and PADEP.  The session will promote the idea that communities/stakeholders should not be fearful of working with EPA and PADEP to address regulatory requirements associated with RACR and look for opportunities to engage property owners and developers on sites that have good redevelopment potential but are regulated under RCRA.

Moderator: William K. Ahlert, Ph.D., HDR, Bethlehem, PA

Brownfield’s Best Practices: Transforming Blighted Property into a Community Oriented & Sustainable Development (2C)

Room: Monongahela

Abstract: Learn strategies and tools that will help you provide Best Practices for Brownfield Redevelopment.  Avoid the bumpy road ahead and get pointers on practices such as how to manage community involvement, Brownfield inventorying and engaging partners. This session will take you through Brownfield’s redevelopment from site readying to development. The five panel members will share with listener’s solid techniques and practices they have mastered along the way. Although representing various aspects of Brownfield revitalization, each is knowledgeable about the process and implementing successful Brownfield redevelopment in the communities they are working to revive.

Moderator: Alisa Harris, DEP Special Deputy Secretary for External Affairs, Harrisburg, PA

Session Coordinator: Holly Cairns, DEP Office of Environmental Advocate, Harrisburg, PA

Speakers: Stephen Pholar, West-to-West Coalition, Inc, Duquesne, PA; Taris Vrcek, McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA; Rick Belloli, Civic Square, Pittsburgh, PA; James Richter, Hazelwood Initiative, Pittsburgh, PA; Sarah Stroney,RIDC, Pittsburgh, PA

Mobile Workshop

Reception at PNC Park

Wednesday, December 12, 2012 **

Funding Plenary (P03)

Room: Confluence Ballroom

Hello? Is there any funding out there?? Budgets are shrinking at every level of government. Private
financing is scarce. Is there any funding for brownfield projects available? Join this session to hear about funding opportunities from top policy makers at the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, U.S. EPA and a leading strategic expert in public funding.

Moderator: Jill Gaito, Gaito & Associates, LLC, Carlisle, PA

Extreme Makeover (P04)

Room: Confluence Ballroom

Abstract: Now in its sixth consecutive year, Extreme Makeover – Three applicants will present their projects for consideration under the Commonwealth’s Industrial Sites Reuse Program. The projects will be introduced by a short video that will be aired during this session and each applicant will have the opportunity to pitch their project.  The videos and pitches will be scored by both a panel of judges and the audience.  Which applicant will receive your vote for an Industrial Sites Reuse Program award? The winner will be announced on day two of the conference.

Moderator: Brian Eckert, DCED, Harrisburg, PA

Contestants: City of Williamsport, Clearfield County Economic Development Corp., and RIDC of Southwestern PA

Judges: George Hartenstien, DEP, Harrisburg, PA; Brian Eckert, DCED, Harrisburg, PA; Craig Rippole, Trinity Commercial Development, Pittsburgh, PA

A Different Paradigm for Brownfield Assessments/Remediation (3A)

Room: Allegheny

Abstract: Why do we perform Phase I ESAs, remedial investigations, and risk assessments just to end up ultimately installing a soil cover on a brownfield site as a remedy?  How effective is the work we do?  How many instances of adverse health effects do we really prevent?  These questions will be evaluated in the context of the historical regulatory mechanisms that currently dictate environmental due diligence practices on brownfield properties.  The concepts of acceptable environmental risks, background (naturally-occurring) risks and commonly-accepted everyday risks will also be discussed.  This session will question the current contemporary paradigm within which brownfield practitioners routinely operate and challenge them to "think outside the box".

Moderator: Mark Urbassik, P.E., KU Resources, Inc., Duquesne, PA
Speakers: Mark Urbassik, P.E., KU Resources, Inc., Duquesne, PA; Lisa Smith, The Mahfood Group LLC, McMurray, PA

Vapor Intrusion - the Old and the New! (3B)

Room: Ohio

Abstract: Vapor Intrusion is an important part of the brownfield program.   This panel will discuss project planning,  field execution, laboratory analysis and data interpretation of standard vapor intrusion studies, but will also discuss the particular issues associated with more recent stray gas studies.

Moderator: Barbara Jo Hall, TestAmerica Laboratories, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA

Speakers: Lee Ann Sinagoga, Tetra Tech, Pittsburgh PA; Don Dawicki, TestAmerica Laboratories, Burlington VT; Jeff Walsh, Penn Environmental & Remediation, Hatfield, PA

The Tale of Three Cities (3C)

Room: Monongahela

Chair: Pat Earley, Allegheny County Economic Development, Pittsburgh, PA

Abstract: The panel will focus on the collective power of both smaller communities and large cities to deal with potentially contaminated sites and the positive impact that justifies the social and economic impacts of industrial development through policies and initiatives that both promote and protect development through public/private partnerships.

Moderator: Pat Earley, Allegheny County Economic Development, Pittsburgh, PA

Panelists: Elizabeth Gabor, Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation, Philadelphia, PA; Matthew Tuerk, Allentown Economic Development Corporation, Allentown, PA; Emily Buka, Riverside Center for Innovation, Pittsburgh, PA

Site Cleanups at Various Stages of Progress: Contaminant Source Characterization, Innovative Remediation, and Mitigation Effectiveness Assessment (4A)

Room: Allegheny

Abstract: This session includes discussions of effective LNAPL characterization using various approaches including an innovative approach to coal refuse remediation, and the impact of complex hydrogeology on assessing the post-remediation conditions of a surface water body.

Moderator: Matt Maloney, Michael Baker Jr., Inc., Moon Township, PA

Speakers: Elizabeth Ward Liebig, The Mahfood Group LLC®, McMurray, PA; Brett Shamory, P.E. DMS Environmental Services, LLC, Bellefonte, PA; Matt Maloney, Michael Baker Jr., Inc., Moon Township, PA

Managing Environmental Funding Risks in Public- Private Partnerships (4B)

Room: Ohio

Abstract: Project success is critical when using public funds.  Public entities risk political capital as they “place bets” on which projects for which they choose to seek and utilize public funds.  However, with proper stewardship of public funds, trust is engendered between funding agencies and applicants & recipients of funds.  Various environmental contracting mechanisms are available:  T&M; fixed price; insured remediation; sharelines; and liability transfer. Respectively, these require the contractor to assume increasing risk & responsibility and provide the contracting entity increasing cost & schedule assurance. Explore how certain contracting mechanisms can appropriately allocate and manage financial, schedule and implementations risks to ensure successful redevelopment.

Moderator:  Mitch Bormack, TRC Companies, Philadelphia, PA

Speakers: Liz Gabor, PIDC, Philadelphia, PA; Daniel C. Sharek, P.E., Regional Industrial Development Corporation, Pittsburgh, PA; John Englert, K&L Gates LLP, Pittsburgh, PA; Brian Eckert, DCED, Harrisburg, PA

Re-Visioning Brownfields: Turning Thoughtful Planning into Community Assets (4C)

Room: Monongahela

Abstract: Pennsylvania Brownfields are being transformed into tremendous community assets including cultural destinations that are creating new community epicenters and much needed housing for seniors.    How can this be accomplished?  It all starts with a vision. Followed by thoughtful and persistent community outreach and planning and clear implementation strategies including public funding and financing.  This session will take you step by step through the redevelopment process at transformative sites in the Lehigh Valley and Central Pennsylvania.

Moderator: Tracey Vernon, Vernon Land Use, LLC, Mechanicsburg, PA

Extreme Makeover Award (P05)

Room: Confluence Ballroom

Abstract: DCED Deputy Secretary Carolyn Newhouse will make comments, followed by the exciting announcement of the Extreme Makeover Award as voted on by you!

Moderator: Brian Eckert, DCED, Harrisburg, PA

Closing Remarks with Moderator Vince Brisini, DEP, Harrisburg, PA