This course, presented with the University of Delaware Institute for Public Administration, Delaware Sea Grant and DNREC Coastal Programs, reviews the multiple sources of flood risks to Delaware communities that can be addressed and mitigated through planning, codes and ordinances.

This training covers floodplain requirements for municipalities. It presents tools for adapting to flood risk. and it provides sources of funding and technical assistance to help with local planning.

This training qualifies participants for certificate credit in the Academy for Excellence in Local Government Leadership, and the Delaware Planning Education Program.

Training Presentations

Flood Hazards, Risks and Resilience – presented by Danielle Swallow, DE Sea Grant

Floodplain Management and the National Flood Insurance Program – presented by Kathy Potter, DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship  

I-ADAPT – presented by Jordana Cutajar, DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy

Resilient Community Resources – presented by Lynne Pusey, DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy

Resilience Hubs – presented by Jordana Cutajar, DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy

Resilient Community Partnership Program – presented by Kristen Thornton, DNREC Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy

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