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2020 Virtual Compliance ConferenceSeptember 21 - October 8

Welcome to Ohio EPA’s Virtual 2020 Compliance Assistance Conference, with this year’s theme of Destination: Compliance.

We recognize that businesses face unique challenges understanding environmental regulations and navigating permitting and reporting processes. Business owners often wear many hats and take on a variety of responsibilities to build a successful business. In today’s changing world, it is even more imperative that we stay connected.

This is where our first virtual conference can help. There’s no need to travel – sit back, relax, and enjoy a front row seat while we bring the experts to you. Although our methods may have changed, Ohio EPA remains committed to assisting businesses, communities, and environmental professionals with their environmental compliance needs. Our free 2020 Virtual Compliance Assistance Conference will provide daily interactive sessions focused on compliance with air, waste, and water regulations, strategically and conveniently spaced over three consecutive weeks.

Please take advantage and register for these free sessions to tap into the knowledge of your fellow business owners, Ohio EPA staff, and invited guests.

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2020 Virtual Compliance Conference: Agenda

AM SESSION10 – 11 a.m.

PM SESSION2 – 3 p.m.

WEEK 1Session Time September 21 September 22 September 23 September 24

Ohio EPA Updates with

Director Laurie Stevenson

Preparing for a Virtual Ohio

EPA Inspection

Introduction to Air Permitting and Reporting

(Part 1)

Introduction to Air Permitting and Reporting

(Part 2)

Working Effectively

with Ohio EPA

Ohio EPA’s Response

Program: What to Do and

What to Expect When You Have a Spill

Hazardous Waste

Requirements – The Basics

(Part 1)

Hazardous Waste

Requirements – The Basics

(Part 2)

September 29 September 30 October 1

Hazardous Waste Rules –What’s coming down the line?

A Deeper Dive into the

Universal Waste and

Used Oil Rules

U.S. EPA Updates with

Region V’s Michael Harris

E3 Awards Ceremony

Air Permitting for Major

Sources (Part 1)

Air Permitting for Major

Sources (Part 2)

WEEK 2October 6 October 7 October 8

Storm Water Permitting

Requirements for Industrial

Activity

NPDES –Permit, New

and Proposed Rules and Policies

Division Chiefs Program

Priorities and Compliance

Tactics

Encouraging Environmental

Excellence –Environmental

Stewardship and

Sustainability Leaders

Preparing a Storm Water

Pollution Prevention Plan

(SWPPP)

A General Overview –

SPCC Plans for Oil and Oil Products

WEEK 3Click on a session to discover more


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2020 Virtual Compliance Conference CEU Information


Registered Sanitarian CreditSessions approved for Registered Sanitarian (RS) credits are indicated on each respective session page. Each approved session is worth one hour. Please indicate that you need continuing education credits and provide your RS/SIT number in the ID number for CEUs box when registering for an approved session to ensure you receive credit for attending the session.https://odh.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/odh/know-our-programs/sanitarian-registration/sanitarian-registration-fees-forms/

Water and Wastewater Operator Certification Contact HoursSessions approved for Wastewater Operator Certification are indicated on each respective session page. Each approved session is worth one contact hour. Please indicate that you need continuing education credits and provide your Operator Core Person ID Number in the ID number for CEUs box when registering for an approved session to ensure you receive credit for attending the session. To receive credit, you must attend the full session and the session must be the primary window open on your screen for more than 90 percent of the time. You must also participate in all live chats or polls. https://www.epa.ohio.gov/ddagw/opcert

American Planning Association/Ohio Chapter (AICP) CM CreditsAttendees seeking AICP CM credit may do so through APA's self-reporting option (up to 8 credits per two-year reporting period). Log into your myAPA account and select the Self-Reported Credits option to receive credit. http://www.ohioplanning.org/aws/APAOH/pt/sp/professional-development

Certified Hazardous Materials Manager CreditSessions may be approved for CMPs. Please indicate that you need continuing education credits by entering need CMPs in the ID number for CEUs box when registering for a session. After the session, you will receive a certificate of attendance. Consult the IHMM webpage for detailed instructions regarding certificate submittal and CMP process. https://ihmm.org/credentials/#recertification

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Ohio Professional Engineers - Continuing Professional Development (CPD) RequirementsOhio EPA has not submitted any sessions for prior approval by the Ohio P.E. board. It will be up to the engineer to determine whether individual sessions and provider meet the state requirements set out by the board. Please indicate that you need continuing education credits by entering need CPDs in the ID number for CEUs box when registering for a session. After the session, you will receive a certificate of attendance. Consult the PEPS webpage for more information about P.E. CPD requirements. https://www.peps.ohio.gov/IndividualLicensing/ContinuingEd/AcceptableHours.aspx

VAP Certified Professional Development HoursSessions approved for VAP Certified Professional Development Hour Units (PDHUs) are indicated on each respective session page. Each approved session is worth one PDHU credit. Submit your session attendance certificates with your CP renewal application to Ohio EPA’s VAP Certified Professional Program. https://epa.ohio.gov/derr/volunt/certification/cpapp.aspx

C&DD Operator Certification HoursSessions approved for BMP hours towards annual education requirements for C&DD Certified Operators are indicated on each respective session page. Each approved session is worth one BMP hour. Submit your session attendance certificates with your Certified Operator application or renewal form to Ohio EPA’s C&DD Operator Certification Program.https://epa.ohio.gov/dmwm/Home/C-DD#114185239-operator-certification

CEUs that require a certificate of attendance and/or full participation in a session to receive credit, must attend these sessions live.


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2020 Virtual Compliance Conference: Session Info


Join Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson as she shares Ohio EPA’s experience during our transition to working remotely, an overview of the Agency’s new virtual site visit process, and programmatic updates.

Laurie A. StevensonDirector, Ohio EPA AgendaRegister

Ohio EPA Updates with Director Laurie A. StevensonSeptember 21, 10-11 a.m.

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health


https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1662289366769561613



Learn about the inspection process and get practical tips on how you can prepare your business when an inspector arrives - virtually or in person.John Schmidt

Environmental Specialist, DSW

AgendaRegister

Preparing for a Virtual Ohio EPA InspectionSeptember 21, 2-3 p.m.

Laurie A. StevensonDirector, Ohio EPA

Frank ZingalesEnvironmental Specialist, DERR

Olen AckmanEnvironmental Specialist, DAPC

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• 1 contact hour for Water and Wastewater Operator Certification





Learn more about permits available through the Division of Air Pollution Control, including an overview of permits-to-operate and general and permit-by-rule options.

Get tips on completing an application and see how to calculate emissions of criteria and air toxic pollutants.

AgendaRegister Part 2

Introduction to Air Permitting and ReportingPart 1 and 2

September 22, Part 1: 10-11 a.m. Part 2: 2-3 p.m.

Tim FischerEnvironmental Specialist

Jana GannonEnvironmental Specialist

Register Part 1

CEU Accreditations for each session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification






Have you ever had challenges navigating through Ohio EPA or wondered who to connect with to help ensure that your project made it through the regulatory channels smoothly? Do you want to know what happens once your permit application comes to the Agency…or even what you can do before you submit any paperwork for review? Join this session to learn more. We will cover strategies for proactively communicating with Ohio EPA to ensure new projects make it through the regulatory processes effectively.

Mark JohnsonDeputy Director of Business

and Regulatory Affairs AgendaRegister

Working Effectively with Ohio EPASeptember 23, 10-11 a.m.

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification





Are you prepared for when a spill happens? Attend this session to learn what to do and how Ohio EPA responds with real world examples.

Jodi Billman-KotskoEnvironmental Manager AgendaRegister

Ohio EPA’s Response Program: What to Do and What to Expect When You Have a Spill

September 23, 2-3 p.m.






This two-part session covers the basic requirements of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) to help generators understand how to manage their hazardous waste, evaluate waste streams, and more.

Kristie ShipleyEnvironmental Specialist Agenda

Hazardous Waste Requirements – The BasicsPart 1 and 2

September 24, Part 1: 10-11 a.m. Part 2: 1-2 p.m.

Register Part 2Register Part 1

CEU Accreditations for each session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• One VAP Certified Professional PDHU Credit• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification






In this session, we will provide an overview of two new hazardous waste rules that will be adopted soon and look at the myRCRAid and e-Manifest modules of U.S. EPA’s RCRAInfo Industry Application.

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Hazardous Waste Rules – What’s coming down the line?September 29, 10-11 a.m.

Tammy HeffelfingerEnvironmental Supervisor

Paula CanterEnvironmental Specialist

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• One VAP Certified Professional PDHU credit• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification





Learn the criteria used to define a universal waste and the four new wastes added by Ohio, known as Ohio-Specific Universal Waste.

Zak KabelenEnvironmental Specialist AgendaRegister

A Deeper Dive into the Universal Waste and Used Oil RulesSeptember 29, 2-3 p.m.

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• One VAP Certified Professional PDHU credit• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification





Join this session for a unique opportunity to hear programmatic updates from U.S. EPA Region V Director of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance.

U.S. EPA Region V, located in Chicago, serves Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin and 35 Tribes.

Michael HarrisRegion V Director of Enforcement

and Compliance AssuranceAgendaRegister

U.S. EPA Updates with Region V’s Michael HarrisSeptember 30, 10-11 a.m.






Join us as we recognize the organizations receiving the Silver, Gold, and Platinum Levels of Ohio’s Encouraging Environmental Excellence (E3) program for 2020. Ohio’s E3 program recognizes businesses, non-profits, and governmental agencies for going above and beyond compliance while demonstrating environmental excellence.

Starting with Achievement at the base level, organizations can work up to Silver by demonstrating a commitment to exceed regulatory compliance to show exceptional achievements in environmental stewardship, Gold by also showing a commitment to continue long-term achievements in environmental stewardship, and Platinum, through expansion of environmental programs to make a positive impact on the surrounding community.

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E3 Awards CeremonySeptember 30, 2-3 p.m.





This session will cover the basics of Major New Source Review (NSR), including applicability and attainment/non-attainment, modeling basics, modifications, and more.

Agenda

Air Permitting for Major SourcesPart 1 and 2

October 1, Part 1: 10-11 a.m. Part 2: 2-3 p.m.

Bob HodanbosiChief, DAPC

Mike HopkinsAssistant Chief, DAPC

Register Part 2Register Part 1

CEU Accreditations for each session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health (Pending)






This session will outline steps to obtain a permit, develop and implement best management practices, and how to avoid problems once your permit is issued. We will also discuss the General Industrial Storm Water Permit.

Jason FyffeEnvironmental Supervisor AgendaRegister

Storm Water Permitting Requirements for Industrial ActivityOctober 6, 10-11 a.m.

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• 1 contact hour for Water and Wastewater Operator Certification• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification





Learn about new and proposed rules, policies, in-process and upcoming regulations that could impact your non-storm water National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.

Ashley WardEnvironmental Manager AgendaRegister

NPDES Permit, New and Proposed Rules and PoliciesOctober 6, 2-3 p.m.

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health • 1 contact hour for Water and Wastewater Operator Certification• One VAP Certified Professional PDHU Credit• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification





In this session, Ohio EPA division chiefs will share information about program priorities and compliance tactics.

AgendaRegister

Division Chiefs Program Priorities and Compliance TacticsOctober 7, 10-11 a.m.

Melisa WitherspoonChief, DERR

Vlad CicaChief, DMWM

Amy KleiChief, DDAGW

Tiffani Kavalec Chief, DSW

Bob HodanbosiChief, DAPC

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health• One VAP Certified Professional PDHU Credit





This panel discussion highlights the successes, opportunities, and challenges of the successful sustainability programs of three Ohio organizations.

AgendaRegister

Encouraging Environmental Excellence –Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability Leaders

October 7, 2-3 p.m.

Jennifer ShriderMarketing, Stirling Ultracold

Laurie A. StevensonDirector, Ohio EPA

Aparna DialDirector of Sustainability, OSU

Kevin BruinEnvironmental Engineer, Ford






Do you need to develop a SWPPP to comply with a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) industrial storm water permit? Learn the elements of a SWPPP and mistakes to avoid.

Tamara GirardEnvironmental Specialist AgendaRegister

Preparing a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

October 8, 10-11 a.m.

CEU Accreditations for this session:• One hour RS/SIT credits from Ohio Department of Health • 1 contact hour for Water and Wastewater Operator Certification• One BMP hour for C&DD Operator Certification





Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements apply even to small businesses. Learn about applicable requirements for oil production, bulk oil storage, and end use storage facilities to ensure you’re in compliance. This session will also include an overview of what to expect during a federal SPCC inspection and the common violations seen in the field.

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A General Overview – SPCC Plans for Oil and Oil ProductsOctober 8, 2-3 p.m.


Kim ChurchillSPCC Region V

On-Scene Coordinator

Heather McNerneySPCC Region V

Inspector



2020 Virtual Compliance Conference: Bio

In January 2019, Governor Mike DeWine appointed Laurie A. Stevenson as director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.

Prior to her appointment, Director Stevenson served as Deputy Director for Business Relations as the primary contact to help regulated entities coordinate permitting activities within the Agency, particularly for complex projects requiring multiple permits. She also served as chief of Ohio EPA’s Division of Environmental and Financial Assistance, which provides financial and technical assistance to businesses and communities to help achieve compliance with the environmental regulations.

A public servant of 29 years, she previously served as the industrial liaison in the Director’s Office and managed Ohio EPA's Small Business Assistance Office. She also held positions in Ohio EPA's Division of Hazardous Waste Management, starting in the Southeast District Office as a hazardous waste field inspector.

Laurie earned a bachelor’s degree in environmental health from Bowling Green State University and a master’s in Public Health from The Ohio State University.

Laurie A. Stevenson — Director: Ohio EPA

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Presenting in Sessions:Laurie A. Stevenson — Director, Ohio EPA


Ohio EPA Updates with Director Laurie Stevenson

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Frank Zingales is an Environmental Specialist III at Ohio EPA’s Northeast District Office in Twinsburg, OH. He has worked for Ohio EPA for more than 20 years in the Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization, Hazardous Waste Program.

Mr. Zingales inspects hazardous waste handling facilities for compliance with Ohio’s hazardous waste, universal waste, and used oil regulations.

Frank has a bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering technology from the University of Dayton.


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Preparing for a Virtual Ohio EPA Inspection

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Presenting in Sessions:Frank Zingales — Environmental Specialist




Olen Ackman has 23 years of experience at Ohio EPA. Since 2008, Olen has been senior environmental specialist with Central District Office, Division of Air Pollution Control. His responsibilities include permit review, technical assistance with best available technology evaluation, and training staff on permit development and compliance-related items such as report review, facility inspections, and stack testing.

Additionally, Olen develops permits with complex issues and critical timeframes. Prior to his current position, Olen worked in Ohio EPA’s Southeast District Office in the divisions of solid waste and remedial response.


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Presenting in Sessions:Olen Ackman — Environmental Specialist



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John has been with Ohio EPA for 24 years, serving as a reviewing engineer and inspector in Ohio EPA’s Division of Materials and Waste Management (14 years) and Division of Surface Water (6.5 years), and as a compliance assistance specialist with the Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention (3.5 years).

In the private sector, John worked more than eight years as a project engineer for ms consultants, Inc. of Youngstown, OH. John has a bachelor’s in civil engineering from The Ohio State University, a master’s in public health from the University of Akron and Northeast Ohio Medical University, and a master’s in public administration from Kent State University.

John is a licensed professional engineer in Ohio and Montana, a registered sanitarian in Ohio, and a licensed class II wastewater treatment plant operator.


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Presenting in Sessions:John Schmidt — Inspector



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Tim Fischer has been with the Agency since 1998 and is currently the manager of Ohio EPA’s Northeast District Office Division of Air Pollution Control. As manager, Tim provides oversight of all programs within the division, including permitting, inspections, enforcement, ambient air monitoring, asbestos, and complaint investigations.

Before serving as the program manager, Tim was a supervisor in the air division for eight years, with duties that included review of air pollution permits, inspection reports, enforcement documents, and general air pollution planning activities. Prior to that, he was an environmental specialist in the air division from 2000 to 2008 with duties that included drafting permits, performing inspections, and enforcement activities.

From 1998 to 2000 he was an environmental specialist in the air division at Ohio EPA’s Central Office where he conducted enforcement actions and reviewed permits. Tim earned a bachelor’s in agricultural and biological engineering with an environmental option from Purdue University in 1998.


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Presenting in Sessions:Tim Fischer — Manager DAPC: NEDO


Introduction to Air Permitting and Reporting (Part 1 and Part 2)

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Jana Gannon has been with Ohio EPA since March 2002. She is currently an environmental specialist at the Northeast District Office.

Jana’s duties include writing and reviewing permit recommendations, performing compliance inspections, providing technical guidance to facilities, and mentoring new staff. She has worked in the air pollution control field since 2000.

Prior to this assignment, Jana was a compliance specialist for a hazardous waste treatment facility. Her duties included supervising laboratory and field sampling staff and working with regulatory personnel to ensure compliance.

Jana earned a bachelor’s in environmental biology from Ohio University in 1996, and a master’s in environmental health and safety management from the University of Findlay in 2008.


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Presenting in Sessions:Jana Gannon — Ohio EPA, DAPC


Introduction to Air Permitting and Reporting (Part 1 and Part 2)

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Mark Johnson is the Deputy Director of Business and Regulatory Affairs for Ohio EPA. As deputy director, Mark is the primary contact for regulated entities to help coordinate permitting activities within the Agency, particularly for complex projects requiring multiple permits.

Mark joined Ohio EPA in 2012 and has worked in the Division of Surface Water, Division of Drinking and Ground Waters, and Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization.

Mark has years of experience in staff oversight, environmental regulations, environmental enforcement, environmental remediation, brownfield redevelopment, and ecological restoration.

Johnson graduated from Kent State University with a bachelor’s degree in conservation biology.


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Presenting in Sessions:Mark Johnson — Deputy Director


Working Effectively with Ohio EPA

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Jodi Billman-Kotsko is a manager in Ohio EPA’s Office of Emergency Response (OER). OER’s on-scene coordinators respond to environmental releases, including semi-truck accidents that spill diesel fuel to waterways, manure releases, unknown substances to creeks/rivers, train accidents, home heating oil releases, and more.

Jodi has been the emergency response manager for more than five years. Previously, during her 20-year tenure as the Agency’s orphan drum coordinator, Jodi responded to thousands of reports of abandoned containers. Once on scene, she sampled, characterized, and coordinated the proper disposal of the containers and any contents, including manifesting and profiling the wastes.

Jodi has a degree in chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.


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Ohio EPA’s Response Program: What to Do and What to Expect

When You Have a Spill

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Presenting in Sessions:Jodi Billman-Kotsko — Ohio EPA, OER




Kristie Shipley works in the hazardous waste program of Ohio EPA’s Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization (DERR). She has experience answering regulatory questions from the general public and working on escalated enforcement cases.

Prior to joining Ohio EPA, Kristie spent 10 years as an environmental consultant, where she gained experience in hazardous waste auditing, training, and reporting.

Kristie has a bachelor’s degree in environmental science and policy from the University of South Florida.


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Hazardous Waste Requirements –The Basics (Part 1 and 2)

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Presenting in Sessions:Kristie Shipley — Ohio EPA, DERR




Tammy Heffelfinger works in the hazardous waste compliance assurance section of Ohio EPA’s Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization (DERR).

Since joining the Agency in October 2000, Tammy has held multiple positions within the hazardous waste program, including annual report coordinator, enforcement case coordinator, and hazardous waste inspector.

Tammy also has experience providing regulatory assistance to the regulated community and Ohio EPA staff. Prior to joining Ohio EPA, she worked in environmental consulting conducting Phase I and Phase II investigations.

Tammy has a master’s in geology from the Ohio State University.


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Presenting in Sessions:Tammy Heffelfinger — Ohio EPA, DERR




Paula Canter is the lead for hazardous waste information management in Ohio EPA’s Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization (DERR).

Paula has been with the Agency for 39 years, 29 of those in hazardous waste. Some of you may have gotten questions from her about hazardous waste report submittals for your company.

Today she’ll be talking about the RCRA Info Industry Application, which allows staff at regulated facilities to submit notification of regulated waste activity forms and view manifests.


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Paula Canter — Ohio EPA, DERR



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Zak Kabelen works in the Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization’s hazardous waste compliance unit. He has two and a half years experience with Ohio EPA as a hazardous waste enforcement coordinator where he is responsible for comprehensive compliance assurance to support the effective enforcement of Ohio’s hazardous waste laws.

Previously, Zak spent more than seven years as an environmental consultant for the regulated community, providing assistance to environmental, health, and safety personnel and supporting environmental needs at industrial facilities.

Zak has a bachelor’s in environmental pre-law and a minor in history from Ohio University.


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A Deeper Dive into the Universal Waste and Used Oil Rules

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Presenting in Sessions:Zak Kabelen — Ohio EPA, DERR




Michael Harris is currently serving as U.S. EPA, Region 5 director of the Enforcement and Compliance Assurance Division. Michael has more than 20 years of experience working for U.S. EPA, Region 5. Since February 2011, he has served as the deputy director of the Land and Chemicals Division where he provides leadership and oversight of clean-up activities at RCRA hazardous sites and leaking underground storage tanks; the use of toxic chemicals; and material conservation. Prior to this role, Michael served as branch chief of the Enforcement and Compliance Branch in the Superfund Division where he led the reorganization and, ultimate creation, of the branch. He also served as section chief for the Emergency Response program where he served as the Emergency Support Function 10 (ESF 10) Representative for the region with FEMA. Michael provided leadership in building a partnership among the states of Illinois and Indiana and between U.S. EPA and FEMA, to respond to the Midwest floods in Illinois and Indiana in 2008. He started his career in the Superfund Division’s Emergency Response Program as an on- scene coordinator. Michael has a Bachelor of Science degree in environmental science from Northern Illinois University and has a Master of Science degree with an emphasis on environmental management from the Illinois Institute of Technology.


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U.S. EPA Updates

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Presenting in Sessions:Michael Harris — U.S. EPA, Region V

Director of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance




Bob Hodanbosi became chief of Ohio EPA’s Division of Air Pollution Control (DAPC) in September 1992. As chief, he is responsible for Ohio’s air pollution control program and development of the programs needed to comply with the Clean Air Act Amendments. Prior to that time, Bob held various positions in the Division of Air Pollution Control.

Bob is a member of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers and Air & Waste Management Association and is registered as a professional engineer in the State of Ohio.

Bob received his master’s degree in chemical engineering at the Cleveland State University in 1977, and his bachelor’s in chemical engineering at the Cleveland State University in 1973. In addition, he completed post-graduate courses in fluid mechanics and turbulence at the Ohio State University, from 1978 to 1982.


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Presenting in Sessions:Bob Hodanbosi — Chief, DAPC


Air Permitting for Major Sources(Part 1 and 2)

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Division Chiefs Program Priorities and Compliance Tactics

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Melisa joined Ohio EPA in October 2014, originally working in Southeast District Office as the DAPC Manager and later as assistant district chief.

Prior to joining the Agency, Melisa worked in the private sector as an environmental and industrial hygiene consultant.

Melisa has a bachelor’s from Heidelberg College, a master’s from the Medical University of Ohio at Toledo, and is a certified industrial hygienist.


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Presenting in Sessions:Melisa Witherspoon — Chief, DERR



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Amy has served as chief of Ohio EPA’s Division of Drinking and Ground Waters since 2018 and has been with the Agency for more than 20 years.

As chief, Amy is responsible for oversight of the division programs, characterizing and protecting Ohio’s ground water resources and ensuring Ohio’s citizens have access to adequate supplies of safe drinking water. Previous positions at the Agency include manager of the harmful algal bloom section, Lake Erie coordinator, environmental specialist and geologist positions in source water protection, SDWA-CWA coordination, and underground injection control programs.

Amy has been with Ohio EPA since 1998 and has a bachelor’s in geology from Denison University and a master’s of environmental management in water resources from Duke University.


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Presenting in Sessions:Amy J. Klei — Chief, DDAGW



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Tiffani has been the chief of the Division of Surface Water, which ensures compliance with the federal Clean Water Act, since 2015. Surface water issues permits to regulate wastewater treatment plants, factories, and storm water to reduce the impact of pollutants. The division also develops comprehensive watershed plans aimed at improving polluted streams. They also sample streams, lakes, and wetlands, including fish, aquatic insects and plants, to determine the health of Ohio’s surface waters.

Tiffani started with Ohio EPA in 1995 and spent most of her time in the Division of Environmental Response and Revitalization (DERR) overseeing the site assessment, enforcement, federal facilities, natural resource damages, and voluntary action programs.

Tiffani graduated from Indiana University’s School of Public and Environmental Affairs with a bachelor’s in environmental science and public policy. She also has several master’s credits from the University of Findlay’s environmental management program.


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Presenting in Sessions:Tiffani Kavalec — Chief, DSW



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Vladimir Cica is the chief of Ohio EPA’s Division of Materials and Waste Management. The division works with a diverse regulated customer base that includes solid waste and construction and demolition debris industries, composting and scrap tire industries, infectious waste generators and treatment facilities, solid waste planning and recycling organizations. The division also manages the beneficial use of certain materials.

Previously, Vlad managed the grant and loan administration programs at the Division of Environmental Financial Assistance. Prior to that, Vlad worked with Ohio EPA’s brownfield program and solid waste program.

Vlad has a civil engineering degree from Youngstown State University and is a certified professional engineer.


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Presenting in Sessions:Vladimir Cica — Chief, DMWM



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Mike Hopkins has been with the Ohio EPA since 1980. Since 2003, he has served as assistant chief for permitting. His duties include the review and final approval of all air pollution permit-to-install, permit-to-install and operate, and Title V permitting in the State, the development of technical support for air pollution control regulations, litigation support, MACT program support, tax program support and general air pollution planning activities.

Prior to becoming assistant chief, Mike oversaw the air quality modeling and planning section for 10 years as well as the engineering section of Ohio EPA’s Central District Office air program.

Mike earned his bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering from the Pennsylvania State University. He is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Ohio. He is a member of the Air and Waste Management Association, the National Society of Professional Engineers, and the Ohio Society of Professional Engineers.


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Presenting in Sessions:Mike Hopkins — Assistant Chief, DAPC


Air Permitting for Major Sources(Part 1 and 2)

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Jason has been employed by Ohio EPA’s Storm Water Program since 2001. He is currently the supervisor overseeing the storm water program and is responsible for administering permits for construction, municipal separate storm sewer, industrial and oil and gas transmission line construction.

Jason is a 2001 graduate of Shawnee State University with a bachelor’s in environmental engineering technology.


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Presenting in Sessions:Jason Fyffe — Ohio EPA, DSW


Storm Water PermittingRequirements for Industrial Activity

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Ashley has worked for Ohio EPA’s Division of Surface Water for more than seven years. Prior to her current position as NPDES Manager, Ashley worked for the Division of Surface Water chief in several different programs including enforcement, rules, NPDES and pretreatment.

Before working for Ohio EPA, Ashley worked as a Microbiologist in the Research and Development Department of Lexmark.

Ashley has two bachelor’s degrees from The Ohio State University; one in environmental science, water specialization and one in chemical engineering.


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Presenting in Sessions:Ashley Ward — Ohio EPA, DSW


NPDES – Permit, New and Proposed Rules, and Policies

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Tamara is an environmental specialist with Ohio EPA’s Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) within the Northeast District Office. In this role she helps small businesses understand and comply with Ohio EPA’s regulatory programs, including completion of compliance-related paperwork such as permit applications, recordkeeping, and regulatory reporting.

Tamara has more than 20 years’ experience in environmental compliance in both the public and private sectors.

She earned a bachelor’s from Siena College and master’s of public health in environmental health and toxicology from the State University of New York at Albany.


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Presenting in Sessions:Tamara Girard — Ohio EPA, DEFA


Preparing a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

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Kim Churchill, with the U.S. EPA’s emergency response branch is stationed in Ann Arbor, MI. Ms. Churchill fills many roles for U.S. EPA including the role of Region 5 SPCC Coordinator, Contingency Planner, and Chair of the Planning Subcommittee for the Regional Response Team 5 (RRT5). Prior to this position Ms. Churchill was an on-scene coordinator (OSC) with U.S. EPA for more than three years. She has been working professionally in the environmental field in various capacities for more than a decade, including service with the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality in Southeast Michigan, and environmental consulting firms Weston Solutions in Michigan and Geolex in Montana. Before transitioning to environmental remediation of oil and hazardous substances and emergency response work, her background included geophysical surveying, research, and data analysis for the detection and removal of unexploded ordnance from former military training ranges in the state of Montana. Ms. Churchill holds a master’s in geophysical engineering from Montana Tech and a bachelor’s in geology from Lake Superior State University. She is a recipient of U.S. EPA’s 2016 National Honor Award Gold Medal for Exceptional Service for her work on a removal action and temporary relocation of several hundred residents at the USS Lead Site in East Chicago, Indiana.


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Presenting in Sessions:Kim Churchill — Region 5 Planner, U.S. EPA


A General Overview – SPCC Plansfor Oil and Oil products

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Heather McNerney is a Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) inspector for U.S. EPA Region 5 and is stationed out of Chicago, IL. Prior to this role, Ms. McNerney served as a contractor for U.S EPA Region 2 in Edison, NJ, conducting SPCC and Facility Response Plan inspections for facilities in New York, New Jersey, and Puerto Rico. Earlier in her career, she worked in Environmental Health and Safety for various industry sectors in New Jersey. Her environmental background includes not only oil pollution prevention, but also air permitting, hazardous waste management, chemical safety, toxicology, and wastewater treatment.

Ms. McNerney received her bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from Rutgers University in 2014. As a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, she is proud to bring her environmental career back to the Midwest and her home state.


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Heather McNerney — SPCC Region V Inspector


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A General Overview – SPCC Plansfor Oil and Oil products

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Jennifer Shrider is the marketing coordinator at Stirling Ultracold. She is based in Athens and has worked in various creative roles for 15 years. As a member of Stirling Ultracold’s Zero Waste team, she helps to promote the principles of the Zero Waste International Alliance within the company.

She is passionate about environmentally sustainable practices, energy-efficiency and waste reduction/recycling.

Jennifer holds an MBA from Webster University and a BFA from Columbus College of Art & Design. She enjoys yoga, raising chickens, traveling, and spending time with her family.


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Presenting in Sessions:Jennifer Shrider — Stirling Ultracold


Encouraging Environmental Excellence Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability Leaders

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Aparna Dial has a distinguished public service record with more than 20 years of administrative, strategic, and operational experience. As the senior director for Sustainability and Strategic Services, she currently leads sustainability initiatives, refuse and recycling services, landscaping, roads and grounds services at The Ohio State University and The Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC). Prior to this position, she was the deputy director of public service and the Smart Columbus program manager for the City of Columbus. Prior to her work at the city she served as the director of energy services and sustainability at The Ohio State University and as the University Energy and Sustainability Engineer. She has also worked for the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality in the Division of Surface Water (Enforcement Unit) and Ohio EPA’s Division of Air Pollution Control.

She has an undergraduate degree in civil engineering from Osmania University, India, a master’s in civil and environmental engineering from Utah State University and an MBA with a focus in finance from The Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University.


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Presenting in Sessions:Aparna Dial — The Ohio State University



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Since 1998, Kevin Bruin has worked at Ford Motor Company, Lima Engine Plant as the plant environmental engineer. In the 1990s, Kevin led the plant to be the first North American Ford Plant to become ISO 14001 certified and the first Ford Plant in North America to successfully implement a fully integrated EOS (Environmental Operating System). As lead environmental engineer for the Ford North American PTO Plants (Powertrain Operations), Kevin is responsible for the ongoing coaching and counseling of fellow environmental professionals to help them effectively manage their plant environmental responsibilities and requirements. Also, he helps coordinate and host ongoing Powertrain idea sharing, and environmental measurable status meetings, with all Powertrain Environmental Engineers & Senior Powertrain Management.

Prior to working at Ford, Kevin worked at Sheldon Engineering and Associates and General Dynamics, Land Systems Division.

Kevin enlisted in the Army and attended West Point Prep School at Fort Monmouth, New Jersey and was appointed to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York. In 1978 Kevin went on to finish his Civil Engineering degree at the University of Toledo.


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Presenting in Sessions:Kevin P. Bruin — Ford, Lima Engine Plant



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