Our October meeting date is packed! Join us for a special morning workshop, lunchtime topic and an optional field walking tour, and wind down with a happy hour!
Morning Workshop
Join us for a practical, hands-on workshop designed specifically for public works professionals who want to better understand how CEQA fits into the delivery of capital improvement projects. This session will provide an overview of the CEQA process with a focus on the environmental documents and exemptions most commonly used for capital improvement projects. We'll discuss when exemptions apply, when additional environmental review may be required, and practical strategies for integrating CEQA into project planning from the outset. Attendees will leave with a stronger understanding of how to assemble the right project team, avoid common pitfalls, and position projects for successful implementation.
Darcy Kremin (ESA) & Florentina Craciun (AECOM) will be our presenters for the workshop. Darcy is a Senior Principal Planner with Environmental Science Associates (ESA) in Oakland and has 25 years of planning, CEQA, and NEPA experience for nonprofit, private, and public sector clients. Florentina is an environmental planning and CEQA leader with more than 16 years of experience in environmental and land use planning throughout California. These leading experts will help you understand and navigate your next CIP! See the registration page for more on our speakers.
Luncheon and Optional Field Walking Tour
Learn about the challenges and successes of the Salt Pond Restoration / Sea Level Rise Level Project right here in Mountain View! Made specifically for this event, there is an optional field walking tour after the monthly luncheon to see the project nearby. Bring your walking shoes!
Young Professional Networking Social
Missed the morning workshop? Missed the walking tour? Missed the September networking BBQ? Did you attend all events and need a winddown after a long day? Come socialize and share your knowledge from this full day with other professionals involved with our Chapter. Happy hour at Michael's following the Field Walking Tour. Shared finger foods and a drink on us!
When & Where
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
8:30 am – 11:30 am Workshop
11:30am – 1:00p Luncheon
1:30pm – 3:00pm Field Walking Tour (Optional)
3:30pm Happy Hour
Michael's at Shoreline
2960 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043
Tickets
Workshop Only: APWA Members $100; Non-members/Walk-Ins $110
Workshop includes continental breakfast:
Assorted Bagel with Cream Cheese, Assorted Muffins & Pastries, Hard Boiled eggs, Seasonal Fresh Berries & Fruit
Luncheon + Optional Field Walk Tour: Members $55; Non-members/Walk-Ins $65.
Luncheon includes buffet and vegetarian dishes are available.
Combo Workshop + Luncheon + Optional Field Walk Tour:
Members $130; Non-members/Walk-Ins $140
AGENCY SPOTLIGHT
Chris Lamm
Director, Public Works
City of Burlingame