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22 nd Annual CASFM ConferenceSnowmassRobert Krehbiel, Conference ChairShea Thomas, Conference Program Chaira gauging station has ever been nominated. TheGilbert F. White Memorial Flood Level Marker, presentedby the Gilbert F. White Memorial Committee,was a refreshing change from the typical stormwater<strong>and</strong> flood control projects that usually make the cut.The Cottonwood Creek Restoration <strong>and</strong> Stabilizationproject by the City <strong>of</strong> <strong>Colorado</strong> <strong>Spring</strong>s <strong>and</strong> AMECEnvironment <strong>and</strong> Infrastructure <strong>and</strong> the Piney CreekStream Stabilization <strong>and</strong> Bridge Crossing Improvementsby the Southeast Metro <strong>Stormwater</strong> Authority,Urban Drainage <strong>and</strong> Flood Control District <strong>and</strong> AyresAssociates both involved extensive stream stabilization<strong>and</strong> channel improvements. But it seems the oldwestern theme utilized by the latter was enough towoo the crowd <strong>and</strong> push them to the top <strong>of</strong> the votetallying. Congratulations to everyone on that teamon winning the 2011 CASFM Project Award!I know the only reason you’re reading this article:karaoke!!! Was it a hit or a bust? Well, if you askthe many people who were still around locking arms<strong>and</strong> singing (word choice questionable) Piano Man atthe top <strong>of</strong> their lungs at 12:30 in the morning, you’dget a resounding HIT! It’s not everyone’s cup <strong>of</strong> tea,but I challenge you to find some form <strong>of</strong> entertainmentfiscally within reason that would appeal to 300engineers. Go ahead <strong>and</strong> send those suggestions tosthomas@udfcd.org. I’ll be waiting. If you’re on thebust side <strong>of</strong> the coin, rest assured that we will befinding some other form <strong>of</strong> entertainment next year.The Conference planners wouldn’t want to becometoo predictable!Speaking <strong>of</strong> Conference planners, thanks to all<strong>of</strong> you who helped make the event a great success:Dave Krickbaum (vendors), Stuart Gardner(facilities), Alan Turner (registration), John Pflaum(project awards), Brian Murphy (field trips), RichOmmert (bike tour), Dave Center (golf tournament),<strong>and</strong> last but certainly not least Robert Krehbiel(Conference Chair).[Return to page 1]The Open Channel, <strong>Spring</strong> <strong>2012</strong> | casfm.org | 3
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