BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sewage-Free Streets and Rivers - ECPv6.18.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sewagefreenj.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sewage-Free Streets and Rivers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250712T140000 DTSTAMP:20250528T173438Z CREATED:20250528T173325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T173438Z UID:13188-1752318000-1752328800@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Clear Waters JC: Clean and Learn Day - City of Water Day (July 12\, 2025) DESCRIPTION:Celebrating City of Water Day\nSaturday\, July 12\, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nJoin us for Clear Waters JC: Clean & Learn Day\, a vibrant community event celebrating City of Water Day! Spend the day learning\, taking action\, and connecting with local organizations dedicated to protecting our urban waters. \nThe event will begin with an informational workshop hosted by New Jersey Future’s Sewage Free Streets and Rivers\, in partnership with Hudson Montessori School Eco Club\, Earth Economics\, Greater Neighborhood Alliance Jersey City\, and I Love Greenville Community Partnership. Participants will learn about the challenges of flooding in Jersey City’s overburdened neighborhoods and the impacts of combined sewer systems on the community. \nFollowing the workshop\, volunteers will have the opportunity to roll up their sleeves for a beach cleanup\, hosted by the Liberty State Park Nature Center Program\, helping to restore and protect our precious shoreline for future generations. \n🌊 Learn about local water infrastructure and environmental justice\n🧹 Take direct action through community cleanup\n🌱 Connect with neighbors and local organizations making a difference \nAccessibility Information:\nThe Liberty State Park Nature Center is wheelchair accessible. However\, due to uneven and natural terrain\, access to the beach area for the cleanup may be limited for individuals using wheelchairs. \nAdditional Details: \n\nAll ages are welcome! Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.\nCleanup supplies will be provided — just bring your enthusiasm!\n\nRegister here: https://forms.gle/P4DS62udJWYcFT889 URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/clear-waters-jc-clean-and-learn-day-city-of-water-day-july-12-2025/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T140000 DTSTAMP:20250528T170958Z CREATED:20250528T170935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T170958Z UID:13182-1748599200-1748613600@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Billion Oyster Project's Annual Student Symposium DESCRIPTION:On the eve of World Oceans Week\, Billion Oyster Project will host a Student Symposium. This annual gathering is an exciting opportunity for New York City students to showcase their research\, learning\, and projects related to their local waterways. \nThis year\, we are excited to accept a wide variety of projects related to New York Harbor. Projects may include\, but are not limited to: art\, design\, engineering\, scientific research\, advocacy\, environmental justice\, recorded interviews\, and more. As always\, we welcome students to think outside the box! URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/billion-oyster-projects-annual-student-symposium/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/billionoyster-symposium.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250524T120000 DTSTAMP:20250528T172113Z CREATED:20250528T172113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T172113Z UID:13185-1748077200-1748088000@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:American Eel Field Day DESCRIPTION:Dive into the wonders of the Hudson River marine life at our American Eel Field Day!🐟 \n🦀Join us for a day filled with family-friendly fun and hands-on interactive programs\, with a special focus on the captivating life of the American eel! \n🪼Explore the fascinating migration patterns of these incredible creatures while enjoying educational activities suitable for all ages! Best of all\, it’s FREE! Don’t miss out on this enriching experience for the whole family. \nDon’t wait! REGISTER today using the link in our bio or visit www.bit.ly/eelday \n📆May 24\, 2025 \n⏰9am-12pm (Picnic tables near the Playground) \n📍200 Morris Pesin Drive Jersey City NJ 07305 \n🚘Free Parking in Lot #4 \n❓For more information\, please contact Ray at Ray.baylon@dep.nj.gov URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/american-eel-field-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/americaneel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T203000 DTSTAMP:20250528T170658Z CREATED:20250528T170629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T170658Z UID:13180-1744138800-1744144200@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Public Workshop: Community Driven Input on Upcoming Combined Sewer Overflow Proposed Projects DESCRIPTION:In March\, NJDEP released the draft Combined Sewer Overflow permits for eight municipalities within the PVSC service region\, including Bayonne\, East Newark\, Harrison\, Jersey City\, Kearny\, Newark\, North Bergen\, and Paterson. \nNotice of this draft permit action appeared on the Division of Water Quality’s website at www.nj.gov/dep/dwq\, in The Herald News and Star Ledger\, and in the March 19\, 2025 DEP Bulletin. The DEP Bulletin is available on the internet at http://www.state.nj.us/dep/bulletin. \nView the recording of our April 8 workshop\, where we highlighted key recommendations for the permit\, the importance of public engagement\, and best practices for advocating to NJDEP. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/public-workshop-pvsc-april8/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Upcoming-Public-Workshop-April-8-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T203000 DTSTAMP:20230321T200441Z CREATED:20230314T174020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T200441Z UID:6763-1681326000-1681331400@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Virtual Community Meeting & Webinar: Help Reduce Sewage Overflows\, Street Flooding & Hudson River Pollution in North Hudson County towns DESCRIPTION:Hoboken\, Weehawken & West New York! Make Your Voice Heard with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) in April.  \nOrganizing Meeting and Learning Webinar\nCo-hosted by the Sewage-Free Streets and Rivers campaign and the Jersey Water Works (JWW) Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Committee \n April 12\, 2023\, 7:00–8:30 p.m. \nSign up here to attend the event OR stay involved in the process! \nThe New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) is looking for YOUR input on proposed projects to reduce sewage overflows and local wastewater flooding in Hoboken\, Weehawken\, West New York\, and the Hudson River.  \nNow is your chance to weigh in before plans are finalized. Help ensure the projects provide maximum benefits to public and environmental health in that region and stop polluting the precious Hudson River. \nThere are two chances to weigh in on the draft North Hudson Sewerage Authority CSO permits: \n\nAt the April 17 Virtual NJDEP Hearings (oral comments). Bookmark this page. Log-in information will be posted here on April 17.\nWritten comments are due to NJDEP by May 15. Email them to dwq_bswp@dep.nj.gov. \n\nJoin the April 12 meeting/webinar so we can support you to participate and offer your comments with ease and impact! \nIf you live or work in Hoboken\, Weehawken\, West New York\, are a community organization there\, OR care about the Hudson River\, we highly encourage your participation!  \nDuring this workshop\, we’ll make it simple to understand: \n\nWhat Combined Sewer Systems (CSSs) and Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) are and what negative impacts they have.\nWhy these NJDEP CSO permits are important for protecting the environment and public health.\nWhat strategies\, projects\, and public engagement efforts should be included and what is missing.\nHow to advocate effectively and provide comments before the permits are finalized (in writing and during oral testimony).\n\n \nPlease sign up even if you or your organization can’t join the meeting/webinar\, so we can email you suggestions\, tips\, and a Digital Communications Toolkit to enhance your participation in the public comment period! Email us anytime at: info@sewagefreenj.org  \nCSO Permits for Hoboken\, Weehawken & West New York: \n\nNJPDES Permit No. NJ0025321 River Road Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) West New York Town\, Hudson County\nNJPDES Permit No. NJ0026085 Adams Street Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Hoboken City\, Hudson County URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/virtual-community-meeting-webinar-help-stop-sewage-overflows-street-flooding-hudson-river-pollution-in-north-hudson-county-towns/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/cropped-Workshop-2-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T203000 DTSTAMP:20221222T185949Z CREATED:20221222T185659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T185949Z UID:6167-1674068400-1674073800@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Free Virtual Public Workshop: Community Driven Input on Upcoming Combined Sewage Overflow Proposed Projects DESCRIPTION:Make Your Voice Heard with NJDEP in January for Reduced NJ Flooding and Sewage Overflows!\nA Free Virtual Public Workshop:\nCommunity Driven Input on Upcoming Combined Sewage Overflow Proposed Projects\nCo-hosted by the Sewage-Free Streets and Rivers campaign and the Jersey Water Works (JWW) CSO Committee \n January 18\, 2023\, 7:00–8:30 p.m. \nSign up here \nAs a community member or community organization you have a chance to provide needed input on the most recent New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) proposed strategies and projects to reduce flooding and sewage overflows. \nWe want to support you to participate and offer your comments with ease and impact. \nNJDEP is giving the public 60 days—until February 13\, 2023—to comment – in writing and orally – on the recently released DRAFT North Bergen/Guttenberg\, NJ CSO Permit (which allows certain strategies and projects to be implemented). \nIf you live or work in North Bergen’s Woodcliff Neighborhood or in Guttenberg\, we highly encourage your participation. Modifications made to this first CSO permit will inform the process\, projects\, timelines\, and costs finalized in the other regional CSO permits expected to be released in 2023. \nAs such\, community members\, officials\, and community organizations in the other NJ CSO communities are encouraged to participate in this permit’s public comment process. \nDuring this workshop\, we’ll make it simple to understand: \n\nWhat Combined Sewer Systems (CSSs) and Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) are.\nWhy these NJDEP CSO permits are important for protecting the environment and public health.\nWhat strategies\, projects\, and public engagement efforts should be included in an effective CSO permit.\nConcerns around what may be missing in this first draft permit (for Woodcliff\, North Bergen/Guttenberg\, New Jersey).\nHow to provide comments before the permits are finalized (in writing and during oral testimony).\n\nUse the above sign up even if you can’t join the workshop\, so we can email you suggestions\, tips\, and reminders on joining the public comment period! Or email us at: info@sewagefreenj.org and/or info@jerseywaterworks.org URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/free-virtual-public-workshop-community-driven-input-on-upcoming-combined-sewage-overflow-proposed-projects/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/CSO.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211208 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211211 DTSTAMP:20211018T151533Z CREATED:20211018T151533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211018T151533Z UID:3428-1638921600-1639180799@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Jersey Water Works Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Water Infrastructure for Every Community: Seizing a Once-in-a-generation Opportunity \nWednesday-Friday\, Dec. 8-10. Session times vary. See the agenda for more details. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/jersey-water-works-annual-conference/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/JWW_Conf2021_InfoLogoLG.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211119 DTSTAMP:20211018T151904Z CREATED:20211018T151904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211018T151904Z UID:3431-1636934400-1637279999@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Save the date: NY-NJ Harbor & Estuary Program Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Waterway Stories\nWater Quality\, Access and Community\nNov. 15 – 18\, 2021  URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/save-the-date-ny-nj-harbor-estuary-program-annual-conference/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/15e8684c-c89f-2c69-ca97-a47af7ec7d25-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T120000 DTSTAMP:20211018T152631Z CREATED:20211018T152631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211018T152631Z UID:3434-1635586200-1635595200@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Paterson Adopt-a-Catch Basin Give Away and Girl Scouts Clean-Up DESCRIPTION: URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/paterson-adopt-a-catch-basin-give-away-and-girl-scouts-clean-up/ LOCATION:Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park\, 72 McBride Ave\, Paterson\, NJ\, 07501\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211022 DTSTAMP:20210913T174210Z CREATED:20210913T174210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T174210Z UID:3133-1634774400-1634860799@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Imagine a Day Without Water DESCRIPTION:Imagine a Day Without Water 2021 will be the seventh annual day to raise awareness and educate America about the value of water. To learn more about this event\, click here. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/imagine-a-day-without-water/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T140000 DTSTAMP:20210913T175501Z CREATED:20210913T174013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T175501Z UID:3131-1631959200-1631973600@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Paterson's First Annual Green Fair DESCRIPTION:Enjoy great food\, entertainment\, hands-on activities for the family\, receive resources from community organizations\, & learn how you can help make Paterson a greener city! URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/patersons-1st-annual-green-fair/ LOCATION:Pennington Park\, Mcbride Ave\, Paterson\, NJ\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/IMG_6401-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T190000 DTSTAMP:20210913T175205Z CREATED:20210913T174601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T175205Z UID:3135-1631815200-1631818800@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Lead 102: Learn About Lead Policies DESCRIPTION:In order to keep our children free from lead poisoning\, we need to understand how to remove lead from the environment. Join us for the second session in a series of educational events that will teach you the basics of lead legislation. Learn more about what legislation is currently being worked on and potential policy solutions for remediation. \nWho should attend: \n\nCommunity members\nAdvocates and activists\nCommunity-based\, statewide\, and national organizations\nIndustry workers\nMunicipal\, county\, and state officials\n\nWe would love for you to join as a member to show your support for achieving a lead-free NJ for all children! Membership is free\, and it’s easy to sign up. Copy and paste this link into your browser for more information: https://www.leadfreenj.org/become-a-member/. \nRegister for this event here. \n*By registering for this event you agree to automatically be added to Lead-Free NJ’s newsletter list. You can unsubscribe at any time. \n*Note: A limited number of $30 Visa gift cards are available to those who need compensation for attendance. For more information\, email Anthony Diaz at adiaz@njfuture.org. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/lead-102-learn-about-lead-policies/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sewagefreenj.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Lead-102-Instagram-post-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T150000 DTSTAMP:20210629T200857Z CREATED:20210420T183043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T200857Z UID:2806-1627477200-1627484400@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Save the Date for the 2021 Jersey Water Works Annual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:This year’s Jersey Water Works membership meeting will be held virtually on July 28\, 2021. Jersey Water Works (JWW) is a collaborative effort by a diversity of organizations and individuals\, who embrace the common purpose of transforming New Jersey’s inadequate water infrastructure. Through their annual work plans\, JWW committees plan and implement projects to advance the goals of the collaborative. Learn more about the activities of the JWW Combined Sewer Overflow and other committees here. JWW recently launched a Stormwater Utilities Ad Hoc Subcommittee that will be composed of members from all committees. Contact Kim Irby at kirby@njfuture.org to join a committee or for more information. JWW wants to know what’s important to you as it prepares the agenda for its membership meeting. What topics are you most interested in discussing or learning about at the membership meeting? Let the team know. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/save-the-date-for-the-2021-jersey-water-works-annual-membership-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T133000 DTSTAMP:20210629T200618Z CREATED:20210622T202426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T200618Z UID:2961-1626696000-1626701400@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Lead-Free NJ Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:With communities determined to remove lead from the environment and potential opportunities in place to fund their efforts\, this is an important moment for lead-free advocates. Join us to network and discuss lead policy with others\, learn more about Lead-Free NJ’s recent work to get the lead out\, and find out how we can work together to make change. The event will feature: \n\nA spotlight on Lead-Free NJ policy work\nA panel discussion with experts about community organizing around lead issues\nUpdates from Lead-Free NJ committees\n\nWho should attend: \n\nCommunity members\nAdvocates and activists\nCommunity-based\, statewide\, and national organizations\nIndustry workers\nClergy\nMunicipal\, county\, and state officials\n\nGUEST SPEAKERS:\nStay tuned for more information about speakers! \nHOST SPEAKERS:\nRashan Prailow\nCo-chair\, Lead-Free NJ \nDebbie Mans\nCo-chair\, Lead-Free NJ \n*NOTE: A limited number of $30 Visa gift cards are available to those who need compensation for attendance. For more information\, email jdavis@njfuture.org. \nWe would love for you to join as a member to show your support for achieving a lead-free NJ for all children! Membership is free\, and it’s easy to sign up. Visit our website for more information: https://www.leadfreenj.org/become-a-member/ \n*By registering for this event you agree to automatically be added to Lead-Free NJ’s newsletter list. You can unsubscribe at any time. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/lead-free-nj-membership-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210611T170000 DTSTAMP:20210316T191824Z CREATED:20210119T201931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210316T191824Z UID:2540-1623315600-1623430800@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:New Jersey Planning and Redevelopment Conference DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: June 10-11\, 2021\nNew Jersey Future is proud to partner with APA New Jersey to present a two-day virtual conference on June 10-11\, 2021 featuring a multitude of timely session offerings as we restart\, recover\, and reimagine land use in a rapidly changing and post-pandemic environment. \nThe 2021 New Jersey Planning and Redevelopment Conference will feature over 30 sessions\, a virtual exhibit area\, and ways to connect with fellow attendees as it brings together bold ideas\, innovative solutions\, proven concepts\, and best practices for creating better\, more inclusive\, and equitable places where people live\, work\, and play. \nThe Conference Committee is currently reviewing session submissions that were due on Friday\, February 26. Announcements regarding the preliminary program and registration will occur in late March. \nFor more information visit the New Jersey Future event page. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/new-jersey-planning-and-redevelopment-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T120000 DTSTAMP:20210215T195803Z CREATED:20210215T194647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210215T195803Z UID:2628-1616065200-1616068800@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:What's Your Water Story? Use Jersey WaterCheck to Find Out DESCRIPTION:Water and wastewater infrastructure are essential to the health and wellbeing of our communities. Jersey WaterCheck\, an initiative of Jersey Water Works\, brings together information on water and wastewater systems from multiple sources in one easy to use website. Register for the March 18 Webinar to learn how this online resource can connect you to New Jersey water systems and help you understand your water’s story.\n  \nWho should attend:\nJWW members\, utilities\, municipal and county officials\, community members\, community-based organizations\, national organizations \nYou’ll learn about:\nHow Jersey WaterCheck can be your connection to understanding New Jersey’s water\nKey features of this innovative web-based dashboard\nHow Jersey WaterCheck can help you connect to your utility \n  \nGuest Speakers: \nWynnie-Fred Victor Hinds\nCo-chair\, Newark Environmental Commission \nRichard Calbi Jr. P.E.\, P.P.\nDirector of Operations\nRidgewood Water \nDan Kennedy\nSenior Director\, Environmental & Utility Operations\nUtility and Transportation Contractors Association \nHost Speaker: \nJyoti Venkatraman\nProgram Manager\, Jersey WaterCheck URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/whats-your-water-story-use-jersey-watercheck-to-find-out/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210108T120000 DTSTAMP:20201117T201011Z CREATED:20201117T200045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201117T201011Z UID:2241-1610024400-1610107200@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Community Driven Solutions to Sewage Overflow Plans Workshop DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 7\, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm and Friday\, January 8\, 10:00 am – noon.\nRegister here.\n\nDo you need help reviewing your town’s combined sewer overflow Long Term Control Plan?\n\nThe New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is accepting comments on the plans until January 31. Community voices are needed to ensure that the proposed projects\, timelines\, and costs are the best solutions for your municipality.\n\nThis two-day workshop will explain the overarching issues addressed in each of the plans\, like financing and green infrastructure\, followed by breakout groups to discuss the specific proposals for each of the municipal and regional plans. Participants will leave with draft comments and guidance to finalize your comments. This workshop will help you understand the basics of the CSO LTCPs as well as the new CSO permit process. Learn more here. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/community-driven-solutions-to-sewage-overflow-plans-workshop/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201211T170000 DTSTAMP:20201009T192917Z CREATED:20201009T185555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T192917Z UID:2162-1607518800-1607706000@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Sixth Annual Jersey Water Works Conference DESCRIPTION:JWW conference link: https://conference.jerseywaterworks.org/ \nDates and times: Wednesday-Friday\, December 9-11. Session times vary. See the agenda for more details. \n\nLocation: This year’s conference will be held virtually! See more information on the virtual conference platform. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/sixth-annual-jersey-water-works-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T170000 DTSTAMP:20201009T192828Z CREATED:20201009T185358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T192828Z UID:2160-1603267200-1603299600@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Imagine a Day Without Water DESCRIPTION:Location and Time could be TBD\nhttps://imagineadaywithoutwater.org/sign-up URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/a-day-without-water/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200929T140000 DTSTAMP:20200915T164330Z CREATED:20200915T163706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T164330Z UID:2110-1601384400-1601388000@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Rest Easy When it Rains: Get help balancing stormwater management and budget constraints DESCRIPTION:Webinar Event Date & Time (and any Q&A time): Tuesday\, September 29 1:00-2:00 pm (2:00 -2:30 pm – optional Q&A) \nRegister here. \nOur communities are experiencing stronger storms and greater rainfall than ever before\, leading to increased flooding\, pollution\, and property damage. At a time when businesses are struggling and municipal budgets are strained\, financing critical stormwater infrastructure improvements may require a new direction – a stormwater utility can help! \nDuring this webinar\, a panel of experts will explain stormwater utility basics and key features of the new web-based Stormwater Utility Resource Center (SURC).  The SURC\, created by New Jersey Future in partnership with Flood Defense New Jersey\, is a one-stop shop designed to help municipal and county officials and utilities determine if a stormwater utility can work in their community. Attend this webinar to learn how creating a utility can ensure a stronger\, healthier community that rests easier when it rains! \n  URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/rest-easy-when-it-rains-get-help-balancing-stormwater-management-and-budget-constraints/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200915T203000 DTSTAMP:20200818T193809Z CREATED:20200818T185746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T193809Z UID:2055-1600196400-1600201800@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Save the Date: Jersey City Virtual Public Meeting on Combined Sewer Overflows DESCRIPTION:Tuesday. Jersey City Virtual Public Meeting on Combined Sewer Overflows URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/save-the-date-jersey-city-virtual-public-meeting-on-combined-sewer-overflows/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200912T120000 DTSTAMP:20200818T193702Z CREATED:20200818T185711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T193702Z UID:2053-1599904800-1599912000@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Second Paterson Adopt-a-Catch Basin Launch DESCRIPTION:Saturday. Eastside Park Paterson\, NJ 817 14th Ave \nMasks required as well as physical distancing URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/second-paterson-adopt-a-catch-basin-launch/ LOCATION:Eastside Park\, 817 14th Ave\, Paterson\, NJ\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200902T180000 DTSTAMP:20200818T193823Z CREATED:20200818T183520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200818T193823Z UID:2046-1599066000-1599069600@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Passaic Valley Sewerage Commission Regional Supplemental CSO Team Meeting DESCRIPTION:Wednesday. Join Microsoft Teams Meeting\n+1 857-327-8948 United States\, Boston (Toll) (844) 566-5330 United States (Toll-free) Conference ID: 272 625 827# Local numbers | Reset PIN | Learn more about URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/passaic-valley-sewerage-commission-regional-supplemental-cso-team-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T120000 DTSTAMP:20200714T162840Z CREATED:20200714T160154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T162840Z UID:1955-1597744800-1597752000@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:CSO LTCP Review Virtual Workshop #2 DESCRIPTION:This CSO LTCP review workshop will focus on reviewing the LTCPs and submitting comments to municipal and utility permit holders and then to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. In this hands-on workshop we will use the LTCPs that have been submitted to the NJDEP and draft plans to guide participants through the evaluation process with a particular focus on environmental and engineering specifications\, green infrastructure specifications\, local job impacts\, and financial analysis. NewarkDIG is hosting the workshop in partnership with the Sewage-Free Streets and Rivers campaign and the Jersey Water Works CSO committee.\n\nTuesday\, August 18 10am–noon URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/cso-ltcp-review-virtual-workshop-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T133000 DTSTAMP:20200714T162934Z CREATED:20200714T160714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200714T162934Z UID:1957-1597149000-1597152600@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:From the Ground Up: Designing a Green Infrastructure Program DESCRIPTION:A virtual presentation hosted by New Jersey Future\n\nTuesday\, August 11 12:30pm–1:30pm\n\nPresenters from GreenPrint Partners and the Philadelphia Water Department will focus on the initial questions that municipalities and utilities should ask internally when thinking about starting a GI program\, cover how these questions guide the type and design of a GI program\, and discuss different strategies for funding and financing these efforts. Learn how GI installations are designed to maximize community benefits\, delivered at scale\, and maintained for the long-term. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of a private property program’s foundations and steps to take to create a program locally. This program is for anyone who is responsible for CSO LTCPs and green infrastructure plans in CSO communities.\n\nSpeakers include:\n\nJessica Brooks\, PE\, Director Green Stormwater Infrastructure Unit\, Philadelphia Water Department\nApril Mendez\, Co-founder and VP of Strategy\, Greenprint Partners\nChris Sturm\, Managing Director\, Policy and Water\, New Jersey Future (moderator)\n\n\nRegister here (Please note registration is limited). URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/from-the-ground-up-designing-a-green-infrastructure-program/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200720T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200720T150000 DTSTAMP:20200622T204747Z CREATED:20200622T204309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200622T204747Z UID:1918-1595251800-1595257200@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Jersey Water Works Annual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:Strong Infrastructure\, Healthy New Jersey\nMonday\, July 20 from 1:30 – 3:00pm (Virtual event!)\n\n\n\nThe COVID-19 outbreak has highlighted many challenges the water sector has been facing for years\, and has emphasized just how essential clean\, safe\, affordable water; water and wastewater utility workers; and reliable infrastructure are to public health.\n\n\n\nFor the first time\, JWW will host its annual Membership Meeting in a virtual format.\n\n\n\nHere is what you can expect:\n\nState leaders’ COVID-19 response stories and ideas for getting ahead of the next crisis;\nA sneak peek of Jersey WaterCheck and a chance to shape its creation and launch;\nHot-off-the-press member updates (email us to add yours to the list); and\nTop highlights from JWW working committees.\n\nClick here to register URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/jersey-water-works-annual-membership-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200708T144500 DTSTAMP:20200623T161139Z CREATED:20200623T160438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200623T161139Z UID:1924-1594216800-1594219500@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Community Collaborative Initiative meeting   DESCRIPTION:Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority will be providing an update on the CSO LTCP.\nWednesday\, July 8 from 2:00 to 2:45pm\nLocation TBD URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/community-collaborative-initiative-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T150000 DTSTAMP:20200519T142322Z CREATED:20200519T142322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200519T142322Z UID:1890-1592314200-1592319600@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Innovative Green Infrastructure Programs: Benefits\, Challenges\, Opportunities\, and Lessons Learned DESCRIPTION:via Webinar\n\nTo RSVP for this webinar\, please email info@hudsonriver.org.\n\nConsideration of green infrastructure for stormwater management is a required element for the long-term control plans being prepared to address combined sewer overflows (CSO) in New Jersey and New York. While water quality considerations drive decision-making\, green infrastructure promises to deliver a suite of co-benefits that are not considered as part of the CSO policy but are often more important to community members. In many cases\, green infrastructure is found to reduce the overall cost of a project\, as opposed to using 100% grey infrastructure. The New York City Department of Environmental Protection and Philadelphia Water Department\, working under legal consent orders\, have implemented green infrastructure programs to address CSOs while also providing additional benefits to the community that fall outside of the CSO policy framework (e.g.\, green jobs). The panelists will discuss the challenges of launching innovative programs and their lessons learned to address community needs while meeting regulatory mandates. \nPresentations by: \n\nMarc Cammarata\, Deputy Commissioner of Planning & Environmental Services\, Philadelphia Water Department\nPinar Balci\, Assistant Commissioner\, New York City Department of Environmental Protection\n\nModerated by: \n\nAndy Kricun\, Senior Utility Adviser\, Moonshot Missions and Senior Fellow\, US Water Alliance URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/innovative-green-infrastructure-programs-benefits-challenges-opportunities-and-lessons-learned/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200609T120000 DTSTAMP:20200504T170515Z CREATED:20200504T165221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200504T170515Z UID:1852-1591696800-1591704000@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:CSO LTCP Review Workshop: Learn how to review your town’s Long Term Control Plan and develop comments DESCRIPTION:NewarkDIG\, in partnership with Sewage-Free Streets and Rivers and the Jersey Water Works CSO Committee\, is hosting a workshop to help community advocates around the state learn how to evaluate this complex document and develop comments for submission to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP). This understanding is also crucial to advocacy organizations helping to spread the word to residents\, business owners\, and other stakeholders about the stormwater infrastructure changes that will be decided upon by the 21 CSO communities this year. \nThe submittal deadline for the final CSO Long Term Control Plans has been postponed 90 days due to the COVID-19 crisis and now must be submitted by October 1\, 2020. Draft plans will be made available to the public for comment before the plans are submitted to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Using a draft of the Newark LTCP\, this workshop will guide participants through the evaluation process with a particular focus on environmental and engineering specifications\, green infrastructure specifications\, local job impacts\, and financial analysis. \nThe virtual workshop is being held on Tuesday\, June 9th\, 2020 from 10 am-noon. \nRSVP for the workshop here. URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/cso-ltcp-review-workshop-learn-how-to-review-your-towns-long-term-control-plan-and-develop-comments/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200326T150000 DTSTAMP:20200317T191121Z CREATED:20200214T190317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T191121Z UID:1751-1585188000-1585234800@sewagefreenj.org SUMMARY:Innovative Green Infrastructure Programs: Benefits\, Challenges\, Opportunities\, and Lessons Learned DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED: Seminar: Thursday\, March 26\, 2020 from 2:00 – 3:00 PM EST at the Hudson River Foundation\nDue to safety concerns around the coronavirus outbreak\, the Hudson River Foundation is postponing this seminar to a later date TBD. The following two seminars will be held in a webinar-only format. Once we have a new date scheduled\, announcements will be sent out via email and posted on our website https://www.riverkeeper.org/ URL:https://sewagefreenj.org/event/innovative-green-infrastructure-programs-seminar-benefits-challenges-opportunities-and-lessons-learned/ LOCATION:Hudson River Foundation\, 17 Battery Place\, NY\, NY\, 10004 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR