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Environmental Issues / Sustainability
Larry DiVito
Minnesota Twins Baseball,Target Field,One Twins Way,Minneapolis,MN,55403
larrydivito@twinsbaseball.com
Title: The Reality of LEED Certified Landscape & Turf Management
Format: Concurrent Session (1-1.25 hours)
Description
Many positive things come from being a LEED Certified Operations Facility. Target Field is
certified as a Building and now in the Operations component of the LEED program. In order to
qualify and maintain this certification, many adjustments had to be made in how the facility
operates and the type of equipment we must use. The focus of this presentation will be on the
Landscape Management aspect of the LEED program. I will detail some of the changes we have
made and the impact it has had on our operation from a labor and budgetary standpoint. We will
look very closely at snow removal and how the expectations have changed for us in this
category. While the LEED program does not impact the playing field very much, I will discuss
best practices we employ which enhance our environmental responsibility. Following this
lecture, the Sports Turf Manager will have gained the knowledge needed to answer questions as
they arise on this topic, whether in a public or private facility. This will prepare you to meet
expectations of those you report to and to operate your facility in a more progressive manner.
Delivery
Lecture with power point. Slides with photos of operational examples. Cost breakdowns of
specific areas and labor will be provided as specific examples.
Outline
1. What are we getting into exactly in deciding to operate as a LEED facility?
a. Evaluating changes in equipment.
b. Philosophical change in attitude for the organization to meet standards.
c. Establishing a budget for the change in operations.
2. Labor Adjustments.
a. Focus on manual labor versus use of fuel and pesticides.
b. Is there an increase in the labor budget or will expectations need to change.
3. The new LEED landscape.
a. Stepping up the IPM program.
b. Thinking outside the box with your plant material and site maintneance.
4. Turf Management.
a. Changes in fertility.
b. Irrigation management.
c. Improvements in hybrid mowers.
5. Snow and ice management.
a. How big an issue in your climate?
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b. Minimizing the use of ice melt and the resulting need for an increase in the winter labor force.
Objectives
Be able to discuss with management and officials the concrete fiscal costs, of equipment and
materials, that will be incurred when making the switch to being a LEED Certified Operations
Facility.
Understand the adjustments to your labor force and how operating within the LEED program
will force the turf manager to reprioritize certain aspects of the landscape and snow removal
management plan.
Be able to make choices from the LEED handbook that suit the needs of your own specific
facility when deciding how to reach your desired level of points when applying for the
certification.
Experience
I have presented at STMA a few times now. This is a new topic for me.
References
Chad Price; Carolina Green. (704)363-8011
Dale Getz; Toro Company (952)887-8806
Kevin A. Fletcher, Ph.D.
e-par USA,90 State Street, Suite 700,,Albany,NY,12077
kevin@eparusa.com
Jim Sluiter
(Ecologist),188 Pershing Avenue,,Wynantskill,NY,12198
jimsluiter@hotmail.com
Dave Minner, Ph.D.
Iowa State University,106 Horticulture Hall,,Ames,IA,50011
dminner@iastate.edu
Mark Lucas
University of California-Davis,Facility Manager-Grounds Dept.,One Shields
Avenue,Davis,CA,95616
mlucas@ucdavis.edu
Title: The Elements of Sustainable Sports Facilities: Systematically Applying Your
Environmental Plans, Policies, and Practices
Format: Q&A Panel (1-2 hours)
Description
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This session provides an introduction to the core elements needed to foster sustainability at your
sports facility/complex—including (1) a presentation of environmental management systems
(EMS) as the framework for organizing your efforts, (2) some of the key best management
practices to be employed in and around the facility/complex (i.e., buildings and grounds), and (3)
the related outreach and education efforts that should be launched. A comprehensive
environmental strategy that includes the elements presented in this session can lead to enhanced
regulatory compliance, risk reduction, liability containment, voluntary environmental
stewardship, cost-savings, and a positive reputation and image in the community.
Delivery
This will be panel discussion and presentation of case examples, including interactive Q&A
between speakers and with audience. This could include a 10-15 “in-class exercise” in
identifying environmental impacts and action plans for addressing them at participants’ facilities
depending on timing.
Outline
I. Introduction & Goals & Objectives (5 minutes) (Fletcher)
II. Environmental Management Systems (20 minutes) (Fletcher)
a) Who Uses EMSs & Benefits of an EMS
b) A Basic EMS Overview
c) Overview of the ISO 14001 EMS
d) Focus On: Aspects, Impacts, Significant Impacts, and Management Plans
III. Best Management Practices: Outdoors (Grounds) (20 minutes) (Minner
a) Irrigation and Irrigation Audits? (Dave or Jim)
b) Water Quality/Stormwater Management (Jim)
c) EPA Tier IV Standards: Emissions (Jim)
d) Energy Efficiency (Vehicle Fleet/Lighting/Vending/etc): (Jim)
e) Fertility Programs and Inputs (organic applications/compost teas): (Mark)
f) Integrated Pest Management : (Mark)
IV. Best Management Practices: Indoors (Buildings) (20 minutes)
a) Energy Use (lighting/HVAC/etc): (Jim)
b) Water Conservation (restrooms/fixtures): (Jim)
c) Recycling (concessions and office): (Jim)
d) Education Opportunities/Signage/Collaborations: (Jim)
V. Outreach & Education: Do Something, Measure It, Then Talk About It (10 minutes)
(Fletcher)
a) Basic elements of environmental communication
b) Manage what you measure…. And talk about.
c) Examples and cases
d) Gaining recognition and support for your stewardship efforts
e) Teaming with outside organizations (Cooperative Extensions/scouts/watershed
groups/wildlife)
Objectives
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After attending this session, the participants will be able to:
1. Understand and begin to implement a comprehensive environmental strategy using the
Environmental Management System (EMS) approach (Plan-Do-Check-Act) as the framework—
with particular attention to developing an environmental policy, identifying aspects, assessing
impacts, and developing the associated action plans for corrective/preventative measures.
2. Complete the process of identifying the aspects and impacts of operations, including the
identification of significant impacts, and associated key Best Management Practices (BMPs).
3. Have a sense of the some of the key BMPs that any sports facility/complex should be
employing to become more sustainable, and will have an action plan presented that allows those
BMPs to begin to be implemented at their facilities.
4. Communicate more effectively both internally (i.e., staff and upper management) and
externally (i.e., regulators, end-users, community leaders) on the merits of your facility’s
comprehensive environmental actions and the positive results the EMS has allowed you to track
and measure. This will allow facilities to use their environmental stewardship to raise the
awareness of the profession and enhance the image of the facility and STMA members in
general.
Experience
Fletcher has spent the last ten years giving presentations to adult learners as head of Audubon
International--giving a minimum of four presentations per year. This includes sessions at events
such as the Golf Industry Show, the PGA Show, the New Partners for Smart Growth conference,
the Urban Land Institute, etc. He has also taught graduate level classes (for working
professionals) at St. Rose College, Siena College, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. The bulk
of the topics delivered have been centered on environmental policy development,
implementation of environmental management plans, and specifically, the delivery of
environmental results through environmental management systems and identification of sound
environmental performance metrics. More recently, he delivered a similar presentation, “The
ABCs of EMSs” at the National Recreation and Parks Association “Green School,” which he
also helped to develop with respect to content and curriculum for the week.
References
Gregory T. Lyman Director, Environmental Programs Golf Course Superintendents Association
of America 1421 Research Park Drive Lawrence, Kansas 66049-3859 Michigan Office Phone 517-669-8452 Kansas HQ Phone - 785-832-3625 Toll Free - 800-472-7878 E-mail:
glyman@gcsaa.org
Eriks Janelsins Director, NRPA Green School Oglebay National Training Center 465 Lodge
Drive Wheeling, West Virginia 26003 304.242.6855 • 304.243.4106 (fax)
www.nrpa.org/greenschool/ www.oglebay-resort.com/schools
Brad S. Fresenburg, Ph.D.
University of Missouri,214A Waters Hall,,Columbia,MO,65211
fresenburgb@missouri.edu
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Title: Maintaining Sports Fields the Natural Way
Format: Concurrent Session (1-1.25 hours)
Description
Sports field managers are finding themselves under more pressure to consider natural approaches
to maintaining sports fields. We will look at pest issues and why pest exist and relate pest issues
to poor cultural practices. By allowing pest to dictate changes in our cultural practices we can
reduce our potential for pest and then introduce some natural controls. This approach may not
totally eliminate our use of pesticides, but allow us to use pesticides in a more responsible and
economic way.
Delivery
Lecture with open discussion.
Outline
1. How did we get to where we are today?
A. IPM, BMPs, Sustainability, Natural
2. Resources
3. Components to a Natural Approach
A. Soil Ecosystem
1) Biological
2) Chemical
3) Physical
B. Cultural Practices
1) Soil Testing
2) Selecting turfgrasses
3) Mowing
4) Fertility
5) Irrigation
6) Aerification
C. Let Pest Dictate Needs
1) Other reasons pests are there
4. Pests
A. Weeds and control
B. Diseases and control
C. Insects and control
5. Summary of practices and natural controls
Objectives
1. How cultural practices play a role in pests potential.
2. How or why pests exist (not just related to cultural practices) and how to reduce their potential
by what we can control.
3. How to use natural control products.
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Experience
Assistant Extension Professor at the University of Missouri. Conduct approximately 200 hours
annually of public speaking for Sports Field Managers, Master Gardeners, Homeowners, etc. I
have presented this topic twice in the past year within Missouri.
References
Josh McPherson Director of Athletic Grounds University of Missouri 573 289-3991
mcphersonj@missouri.edu
Mike Munie Perfect Play Fields & Links 618 234-7888
mike.nunie@perfectplayfieldsandlinks.com
Brad Jakubowski
Doane College,6630 Tanglewood Lane,,Lincoln,NE,68516
bjakubowski@neb.rr.com
Title: Severe Weather and Lightning Safety
Format: Can fit to conference needs
Description
Each year many people are killed or seriously injured by thunderstorms despite advanced
warning. This seminar is intended to assist turf managers become more aware of the potential
hazards associated with severe weather, learn to spot the signs of impending severe weather and
provide guidelines for making storm-related safety decisions.
Delivery
This will be an interactive powerpoint presentation with visual aids and attendee participation
Outline
1) Discussion of Severe weather hazards
a) Lightning, tornadoes, flash floods, hail
2) Determine sources of severe weather information
a) Organizations, websites, product providers
3) Spotting severe weather
a) Learn to identify wall clouds, shelf clouds, funnel clouds and lightning hazards
b) Understand the different types of thunderstorms and their life cycle stages
4) Guidelines for making storm-related safety decisions at organized athletic events
a) Determine specific chain of command and plan of action
b) Implement training for severe weather events
Objectives
1) Understand the hazards related to severe weather and find sources of information to
implement safety procedures
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2) To spot impending storm conditions, helping to confirm reported weather
3) Make better storm-related safety decisions for fans and athletes
Experience
I have given this to numerous grounds manager associations as recently as March 2012.
References
Pam Sherratt - sherratt.1@osu.edu
Dave Minner - dminner@iastate.edu
Brad Jakubowski
Doane College,6630 Tanglewood Lane,,Lincoln,NE,68516
bjakubowski@neb.rr.com
Title: Weather 101: Fundamental Meteorology for Turf Managers
Format: Can fit to conference needs
Description
Weather is a critical component of a turf manager’s daily responsibilities. Turf managers can
make better management decisions and provide consistent field conditions by better
understanding weather patterns and concepts. This interactive seminar introduces fundamental
weather concepts and provides turf managers with the tools to interpret daily weather reports,
maps, and forecasts. Trends in weather will also be addressed.
Delivery
This will be an interactive powerpoint presentation with visual aids and attendee participation.
Outline
1) Fundamental components of a weather forecast
a) Website components and Forecast tools
2) Potential changing climatic patterns
a) Effects of shifts in hardiness zones and their impact on the industry
3) El Nino and La Nina and their effects on annual weather
a) Describe each ENSO oscillation
b) Predicted changes in precipitation and temperatures
Objectives
1) Interpret weather forecast and current location conditions and apply them to their situation
2) Recognize changes in climatic patterns regionally and locally
3) Understand El Nino and its effects on continental weather patterns
Experience
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I have given this talk at the STMA in the past
References
Pam Sherratt - sherratt.1@osu.edu
Dave Minner - dminner@iastate.edu
Brad Jakubowski
Doane College,6630 Tanglewood Lane,,Lincoln,NE,68516
bjakubowski@neb.rr.com
Title: Weather 202: Understanding Our Changing Weather and Climate
Format: Concurrent Session (1-1.25 hours)
Description
Weather conditions impact turf managers on a daily basis. However, climate can indicate
changing trends in weather over time. Improving their understanding of weather and climate
patterns enables turf managers to make sound management decisions and provide better results.
This seminar discusses weather concepts and provides insight into potential shifts in climate and
hardiness zones, including the effects of El Nino, La Nina and the Arctic Oscillation.
Delivery
This will be an interactive powerpoint presentation with visual aids and attendee participation.
Outline
1) Fundamental components of a weather forecast
a) Website components and Forecast tools
2) Potential changing climatic patterns
a) Effects of shifts in hardiness zones and their impact on the industry
3) El Nino and La Nina and their effects on annual weather
a) Describe each ENSO oscillation
b) Predicted changes in precipitation and temperatures
Objectives
1) Interpret weather forecast and current location conditions and apply them to their situation
2) Recognize changes in climatic patterns regionally and locally
3) Understand El Nino and its effects on continental weather patterns
Experience
I have presented numerous presentations nationally and internationally. I last presented this
seminar at the Canadian International Turfgrass Conference, Calgary in Feb. of 2012
References
Pam Sherratt - sherratt.1@osu.edu
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Dave Minner - dminner@iastate.edu
Thomas Kavookjian
Nature's Wonder,303 Birchfield Drive,,Mount Laurel,NJ,08054
tomk@jshinternational.net
Tim Kwiat
Nature's Wonder,303 Birchfield Drive,,Mount Laurel,NJ,08054
timk@natureswonder.com
Title: Maintaining Sustainable Turf Management Practices
Format: Concurrent Session (1-1.25 hours)
Description
Demonstrating the benefits of peat humic substance in maintaining and organic approach to turf
management that promotes healthier soil, durable turf less resistance to wear and tear, with better
recovery and less disease.
Delivery
Lecture and power point presentation backed up by case study and university testing
Outline
This is a proven technology currently being used in the National Football League that promotes
healthier soils and turf, with a much greater degree of recovery and a higher resistance to turf
wear and tear.
Objectives
1) Understand the benefits of improving soil microbial population and activity
2) How to manage turf under the extreme conditions of week 4 and 5 of a season with a higher
resitance to wear
3) Understand the benefits this technology can provide turf manager with faster recovery
Experience
I have spoke and environmental conferences around the country on microbial activity, turf
management, energy generaton, and sustainable management practices in wastewater
management, energy recovery, and turf related venues
References
Don Follett, Head Grounds Keeper Baltimore Ravens 1 Winning Drive, Owings Mills, MD
21117
Rob Davis, Head Grounds Keeper New York Giants, 1925 Giants Drive, East Rutherford, NJ
07073
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Mark Lucas
Sports Turf Manager
University of California at Davis
Title: Economic and Environmental Considerations in Today’s Sports Turf Management
Format: Can fit to program needs
Description: This presentation is meant to guide the Sports Turf Manager in the tough economic
times, in ways to maintain quality while working with a budget. In addition this talk is focused
on changes in practice to consider the environmental impact. I will give examples from our
practices at the University of California at Davis.
Outline:
I. Current Situation, Economic constraints:
1. Furloughs, layoffs and time reductions
2. Reduced materials budget
3. Customer expectation
4. How can sports turf manager be expected to maintain our current level of service?
II. Look for hidden resources:
1. Customer fees
2. Customer participation
3. Lemons into Lemonade
a. UC Davis olive Oil
III. What is really important?
1. Maintain a safe working environment
2. Athletes safety and ability to perform
3. Aesthetics
4. Stay within the budget
IV. What can we cut?
1. Personnel
2. Time
3. Materials
4. Deferred maintenance
V.
1.
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b.
c.
d.
e.
What can NOT be cut?
Essential cultural practices
irrigation
mowing
fertilization
aeration
seeding
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2. Essential athletic practices:
a. field painting
b. managing skinned areas
3. Required facility sanitation practices:
Hardscape cleaning of; bleachers, grandstands, bathrooms, batting cages, dugouts entry ways,
vandalism repair and graffiti removal.
VI. How can we trim and still maintain?
1. Less over seeding/using new cultivars that go dormant in summer
2. Less top dressing/using core pulverization
3. Changing paint systems from liquid based to dry based systems.
4. Fertilization decisions
5. Chemical based vs. organic fertilizers/ the economic threshold has been crossed. Agronomic
benefits of organic fertilizers
A. Different types of organic fertilizers
1. biosolids
2. animal based
3. plant based
B. Delivery systems
1. granulars
2. foliar ie: compost tea and manure tea
3. fertigation
6. The U C Davis hybrid fertility program
7. Soil analysis
8. Water analysis
VII. Controlling Growth with the use of plant growth regulators
1. Applications
a. Athletic field painting
b. Entire field application
c. Edge only application
d. Other turf areas
2. PGR benefits
a. Reduced field painting
b. Reduced mowing
c. Reduced edging
d. Improved traffic tolerance
e. Improved turf vigor
f. Increased root development
g. Darker turf color
In Closing; trimming the budget on three big ticket items; seed, fertilizer and paint. Using Plant
growth regulators to reduce labor has given us the ability at UC Davis to maintain quality and
safety for the athletes.
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Brief description and purpose of this presentation: This presentation is meant to guide the Sports
Turf Manager in the tough economic times, in ways to maintain quality while working with a
budget. In addition this talk is focused on changes in practice to consider the environmental
impact. I will give examples from our practices at the University of California at Davis.
References:
1. Ali Harivandi Phd. , UC Turf advisor, 510-639-1271, maharivandi@ucdavis.edu
2. Stan Adam, Wilbur-Ellis, agribusiness. Cell number 916-798-4440, sadam@wilburellis.com
3. Mark Mckinney, golf course superintendent, Del Paso Country Club, ph 916-202-6732,
mark@delpasocountryclub.com
4. Corbin Johnson, planning/education coordinator , Sonoma County Regional Parks, 707-5652261
Kevin Mercer
St Mary's College of Maryland,18952 E Fisher RD,,St Mary's City,MD,20686
ksmercer@smcm.edu
Dave Minner
Iowa state University
dminner@iastate.edu
Title: Investing with Ecological Dollars Brings $ubstantial $avings
Format: Concurrent Session (1-1.25 hours)
Description:
This presentation will show sports turf manger by examples how to save money by going green
in all aspects of their facilities We will breakdown cost savings from their shop to the athletic
field.
Delivery
Lecture
Outline
Energy Performance Lights
1. Shop
2. Facilities
3. Exterior Lights
4. Exit Lights
5. Score Board Eye Sensors
Cost and Savings
1. Vending machines lights.
2. Bathrooms
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3. Locker rooms
4. Tool rooms
5. Shop
6. Unoccupied rooms or offices
7. Exterior Lights
Naturalized Areas
1. Pesticides
2. Fertilizers
3. Grass seed
4. Water
Composting
1. Food
2. Scrape metal
3. Yard waste
4. Solid waste
Hazardous Waste
1. Water Oil
2. Fluorescent light bulbs
3. Parts washer
4. Storm water
Objectives
Attendees will take with them a comprehensive understanding of environmental concepts with a
buyback program for their. a) Energy b) Water c) Agriculture supplies
Experience
STMA-No APPA-Yes
References
Dr Goatley
Dr Mathias 301-405-4692
Dr Minner
Kevin Mercer
St Mary's College of Maryland,18952 E Fisher RD,,St Mary's City,MD,20686
Dave Minner
Iowa state universality ,,,,IA,,
dminner@iastate.edu
Title: Sports turf managers, are you in compliance?
Format: Concurrent Session (1-1.25 hours)
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Description:
This presentation will help turf mangers to be in compliance with federal and state regulations
mandated by the Occupation Safety Health Administration (OSHA) , Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and local state governments.
Delivery
Lecture
Outline
Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) and Code of State Regulations ( CSR)
1. To acknowledge that being compliance is following federal and state laws.
2. How to read and breakdown the properties of a (CFR) and (CSR) regulation.
3. How to prioritize regulation that pertains to the turf mangers.
Employee Training
1. Right To Know
2. Equipment safety
3. Fire extinguisher training
4. Safety training
5. CPR/ First aid training
6. Personal Protective Equipment
7. Weather (heat exhaustion & hypothermia)
8. Evacuation training (catastrophic weather events)
9. Hazardous spills.
10. Carbon Monoxide Poison
11. Heat Exhaustion
12. Lifting
13. Poison Oak
14. Trips and Falls
15. Tree Removal and Trimming Safety
16. Weather
17. Work Place Violence Inspection
Teams
1. Internal
2. External
Inspection List
1. Fuel Storage (internal & external).
2. Chemical storage.
3. Pesticides storage.
4. Inspection records.
5. Pesticide records.
6. Employee’s records.
7. Spill kits.
8. Eyewash stations
9. Secondary containment.
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10. Hazardous waste storage.
11. Bottle gas.
12. Equipment. 1
3. PPE.
14. Shelving weight capacity.
Information/ Guidance
1. Federal government agencies
2. Local government agencies
3. Websites
4. Books
5. Phone Apps
Objectives
Attendees will take with them a comprehensive understanding of
a) Federal and state regulations to be in compliance within their facility.
b) Examples of lowering their risk for employee safety and the environment.
c) To offer guidance from websites, phone apps and inspections.
Experience
STMA-No APPA-Yes
References
Dr Goatley
Dr Mathias 301-405-4692
Dr Minner
Victoria Wallace
Extension Educator
University of Connecticut
562 New London Turnpike
Norwich, CT 06360
Phone 860-885-2826
Email: victoria.wallace@uconn.edu
Title: Strategies for Maintaining Turfgrass in Response to “No Pesticide” Legislation
Format: Can fit to conference needs
Description
Turfgrass managers in Connecticut are struggling to re-define turf management
techniques as they adapt to recent legislation. This presentation will discuss how to manage
turfgrasses without the use of conventional pesticides. It also will help sports turf managers
develop strategies for consideration in a “no pesticide” program before mandates limit or remove
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key management tools. Discussion points include why attention to field health, record keeping
and scouting practices are integral components to success. Important cultural practices such as
mowing, fertilization, aeration, irrigation, topdressing and overseeding will be highlighted and
discussed. Products considered acceptable for use in management of weed and insect pests also
will be addressed.
Delivery
Session will be delivered as a lecture using a power point presentation.
Outline
Introduction
Identifying Immediate needs
Cultural practices
Scouting & Observation
Record Keeping
Fertilization
Mowing
Aeration
Topdressing & composts
Irrigation
Organic weed control
Insect Control
Overseeding
Other Tools
Objectives
Objective 1- understand the value of cultural practices
Objective 2-understand how detailed record keeping is an important part of a the program
Objective 3—understanding 25b products used in an organic weed control
References
Name: Jason Henderson, PhD.
Affiliation: University of Connecticut
Email: Jason.Henderson@uconn.edu
Phone: 860-486-0189
----------------Richard Calarco, CFSM
Sports Turf & Grounds Manager
Hebron Parks & Recreation Dept.
Email: Rcalarco@hebronct.com
Phone: 860-335-6260
----------------Mary Owen
University of Massachusetts
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Email: mowen@umext.umass.edu
Phone: 508-892-0382
Rich Watson
wats100@msn.com
Grounds Supervisor
Pine Hill Public Schools
78 Twin Ponds Dr
Sewell NJ 08080
Phone: 856-270-2312
Cell Phone: 631-276-7736
Title: Defending Your IPM Program: A Legislative Journey Searching For Fairness
Format: Can fit to conference needs
Description
As managers of parks and recreation facilities, schools, and athletic surfaces, maintaining the
health and safety of the public is the number one priority. Environmental regulations to ensure
the health of users and the environment have gained momentum in New Jersey, with other states
following closely behind. The “Safe Playing Fields Act” restricts use of lawn care pesticides at
certain child care centers, schools, and recreational fields. While the act does not yet include
public parks, many towns, schools, and counties are working to establish Pesticide Free Parks.
This presentation focuses on becoming advocates for our recreational surfaces, getting involved
in the legislative process, and educating the public about requirements for safe, playable
recreational surfaces using successful Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs.
Delivery
Lecture and discussion
Outline
Defending Your IPM Program: A Legislative Journey Searching For Fairness
Rich Watson
Introduction
 What are the stereotypes associated with Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?
 What is Integrated Pest Management?
o Definition
o Overview of benefits of IPM programs for the environment, economy, humans,
and recreation areas
o Laws associated with IPM
 State objectives
o Prepare for the legislation moving through the country that may impact sports and
recreational surfaces.
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o Respond to legislative movements by positioning himself/herself as a leader and
expert in the green industry.
o Educate the public about state IPM laws and safe, successful IPM programs.
Presentation of topic
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Objective 1 - Prepare for the legislation moving through the country that may impact
sports and recreational surfaces.
o The “Safe Playing Fields Act”
 Definition
 Importance
 Impacts and implications for New Jersey and other states
 Impacts on school and recreation facility management practices
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Objective 2 - Respond to legislative movements by positioning himself/herself as a leader
and expert in the green industry.
o Getting involved – how can parks and recreation professionals and turf managers
respond to legislative movements?
 Making alliances within the profession and the community
 Contact legislators
 Know the opposition
 Promote local green industry organizations and professional associations
 Make time to be at hearings
 Become an expert witness
 Professional conduct
 First hand knowledge as industry expert
 Research all aspects of the issue
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Objective 3 - Educate the public about state IPM laws and safe, successful IPM
programs.
o Providing education to community, students, parents/guardians
 Communicating the necessity of IPM programs for safe, playable
recreation areas
 Public health and safety is the top priority
 Management programs
o Preventing deterioration of playing field conditions and
parks due to loss of effective turf
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o Potential pest problems and IPM methods used to achieve
pest management objectives
o Low impact versus synthetic programs
o Cost/program comparison
o Complying with state IPM laws for successful IPM
programs
Training staff and pesticide applicators on how to implement
school IPM policy
Presence at community meetings to maintain support and provide
education
o Working together for success
Conclusion
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Audience assessment – ask for learning objectives
Restate learning objectives
Review and emphasize key points
Audience Questions and answers
Objectives
Upon completion of the session, the participant will be able to:
1- Prepare for the legislation moving through the country that may impact sports and recreational
surfaces.
2 – Respond to legislative movements by positioning himself/herself as a leader and expert in the
green industry.
3 – Educate the public about state IPM laws and safe, successful IPM programs.
Experience
2009 STMA National Conference – Jan 15 – Polo Field Maintenance – routine maintenance,
drainage, compaction, cultural practices, pesticide reduction
Presenting this topic to NRPA in 2012
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