| ABOUT
IAFSM
 IAFSM
was founded in 1986 by professionals interested in and responsible
for floodplain and stormwater management in the State of Illinois.
The IAFSM is a local chapter of the Association
of State Floodplain Managers. Our objectives are to:
- Promote
the common interest in floodplain and stormwater management
- Enhance
cooperation among various local, state, and federal agencies
- Encourage
effective and innovative approaches to managing the State's
floodplain and stormwater management systems
The IAFSM
pamplet provides a brief introduction to IAFSM. A
more detailed look into our association can be found in our
Constitution
and Bylaws.
The Illinois
Association for Floodplain and Stormwater Management publishes
a newsletter to inform members
on important topics such as current legislation, local activities,
hazard mitigation, new state and federal programs, publications,
conferences, workshops, and job openings. The IAFSM holds an
Annual Conference each
spring. Its location varies throughout the State. In addition,
we hold "twilight" seminars throughout the year on
current topics of interest to our members. If you have an idea
for a twilight seminar, send an email to our Chair, Stu Richter
at srichter@whiteside.org.
The
IAFSM has implemented a statewide certfication program for
floodplain managers. For more information, click on "Certification"
on the home page.
Members
of IAFSM gain the ability to communicate a uniform position
on current concerns, rule changes, local programs and other
issues impacting floodplain management. We would like to invite
you to join us
and work together to promote sound floodplain and stormwater
management. IAFSM membership provides an unique opportunity
to communicate and share ideas with fellow professionals in
private industry, municipal government, and state and federal
agencies. |
