Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
PO Box 15004
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
http://www7.nau.edu/itep/main
Tribal Solid Waste and Education Assistance Program
Dear Tribal Environmental Professional:
The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals will be offering its "Developing A Tribal Integrated
Solid Waste Management Plan" course in Palms Spring, California, April 12-14, 2016, for employees of
federally-recognized tribes. This course will focus on the development of a tribal-specific Integrated Solid
Waste Management Plan and is designed for staff in the environmental, utility, and administrative fields.
The course is also of use if you are looking to revise or edit an existing solid waste management plan.
As tribes continue to develop their own capacity in the field of environmental management, the issue of
effectively managing waste becomes critically important. Furthermore, an integrated waste
management program that is planned and implemented with tribal values, can lead to cleaner and
healthier communities and environments for future generations.
The course includes classroom training, small group activities, and a waste characterization audit
conducted by environmental staff from the Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians on their land. We will be
traveling to tribal land to observe and learn how to plan, conduct and analyze a waste characterization
audit.
Please find attached, an application, course description sheet, and cancellation policy for the course.
The application is due March 11, 2016.
The course is limited to twenty participants. Additionally, ITEP will cover lodging expenses and
reimburse per diem and transportation expenses. If you plan to fly to and from Palm Springs, California
to attend the course, then you must purchase a ticket at least 14 days in advance prior to the start date
of the course.
If you are interested in applying for this course, simply fill out the application and either email or fax it to
me. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to contact me.
My phone number is (928) 523-2082 and email address is roberta.tohannie@nau.edu. Thank you.
Regards,
Roberta Tohannie
Program Coordinator, Sr
Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
Tribal Solid Waste and Education Assistance Program
Developing a Tribal Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan
April 12 – 14, 2016
Palm Springs, CA
COURSE DESCRIPTION
ITEP is presenting a course for tribal staff involved in managing solid waste. The focus of this course will be on
developing a tribal-specific Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan (ISWMP).
SUBJECT MATERIAL
 Discussion of the state of solid waste management by participants
 Description of the "Five Elements of an ISWMP"
o Defining the Community Service Area
- Populations, households, and economics
- Community and natural resources
- Geography, climate, and land use concerns
o Tribal Solid Waste Program - Structure and Administration
- Program administration and management
- Codes/ordinances and compliance/enforcement
o Tribe's Current and Proposed Waste Management Practices
- Waste stream characterization
- Open dumps and uncontrolled wastes
- Special and hazardous wastes
- Waste reduction strategies
- Limitations of current operations and planning for the future
- Public Participation
o Funding, Sustainability, and Long-Term Goals
- Long-term goals and priorities
- Improvements beyond basic compliance
o Obtaining Approval of the Plan
 Small group activities
 Tribal Case Studies
 Waste Characterization Audit – Wednesday, April 13, 2016; on Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians tribal land
in southern California.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION:
 Classes will begin at 8:30 a.m. and run until 5:00 p.m., Tuesday (April 12) through Wednesday (April 13). The
course ends at 3:00 pm on Thursday (April 14).
 Lodging is available for ITEP-sponsored participants for the nights of Monday (April 11) through Thursday
(April 14). ITEP has selected a hotel for the course and will arrange lodging reservations for participants.
REGISTRATION AND CONFIRMATION:
 Complete and submit course application by March 11, 2016.
 A notice of confirmation and Fact Sheet with additional course details will be sent to those who are selected to
attend the course.
COURSE APPLICATION
Developing a Tribal Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan
April 12-14, 2016
Palm Springs, California
Deadline: March 11, 2016
(Please enter your text in the grey text box; there are no character limits)
Name
Title
Tribe/Organization
Mailing Address
Fax_
Phone
Email
(Note: Since most of the communications from our office will be conducted via email, please make certain you provide
an adequate email address on the application.)
Does your tribe currently have a solid waste program?
Yes
No
Does your tribe currently have a solid waste management plan?
Yes
No
Would you be willing to share your solid waste management plan with ITEP so that it may be provided to
other tribes working on similar plans? (These will only be shared with Native American Tribes and Nations)?
Yes
No
We will be making hotel reservations for selected participants. The course will begin at 8:30 am on Tuesday
and conclude at 3:00 pm Thursday. Please indicate what nights you would want to stay at the hotel if
selected.
Monday (April 11) ___
Tuesday (April 12) ___
Wednesday (April 13) ___
Participant’s Signature:___________________________________
Thursday (April 14) ___
Date:______________________
Please send completed application to: Roberta Tohannie (ITEP); Phone Number: 928-523-2082
Email: roberta.tohannie@nau.edu
Fax Number: 928-523-1266
Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals
PO Box 15004
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
http://www4.nau.edu/itep/
COURSE TRAVEL AND CANCELLATION POLICY
IMPORTANT! By confirming your attendance for any ITEP training course, you accept the
following policy on course travel and cancellations. These policies have been established to
ensure the prudent use of federal funds for our training courses, which will allow more
tribal participants to benefit from our training.
I. Transportation Arrangements
 Transportation arrangements are the responsibility of the traveler.
 Please do not make transportation arrangements until notification of selection
to attend a course has been received/verified.
II. Cancellations
 Hotel arrangements are made in advance by ITEP through a legally-binding
contract. If you must cancel your hotel room, contact ITEP directly; do not
contact the hotel.
 You must notify ITEP at least 72 hours prior to your scheduled arrival date,
otherwise, your tribe will be billed for any lodging costs incurred.
 Excessive cancellations or outstanding payment due to ITEP will jeopardize
your eligibility for future trainings.