Training Event Details
Course Name:
Floodplain Management & Flood Mitigation Training
Course Description:
Hosted in conjunction with the Iowa DNR, HSEMD, USACE and FEMA, the free training will include: Floodplain 101 - Basics and resources: What to Know and What to Do; How to develop projects to reduce and mitigate flooding; Different types of flood mitigation, including nature-based solutions and acquisition of flooded properties; Potential funding for mitigation options. The training is organized with an informal structure that encourages questions, problem-solving, and answers.
Course Prerequisites:
None
Course Target Audience:
floodplain managers, city and county administrators, elected officials, emergency managers, public works
Additional Information:
1) This facility takes a whole block, with Polk County Public Health on the front (south side of bldg)—directly to the north of the Polk County Human Services (DHS) Building.
2) Park in the two east most rows or the southern most row.
Parking link: https://www.polkcountyiowa.gov/emergency-management/about-us/location-facilities/
3) Lunch will be on your own, adequate time will be provided.
Event Dates:
5/19/2026 through 5/19/2026
Event Time:
8:30 AM to 3:45 PM each day
Event Location/Address:
Polk County Emergency Management
1907 Carpenter Ave
County and District:
POLK - District: 1
Is Sponsored by HSEM?
Yes
Is HSEM Hosting Registration?
Yes
Seats Remaining:
33 out of 40 seats remaining
