Michigan Section
American Institute of Professional Geologists
together with
Michigan Association of Environmental Professionals
9th Annual Joint Meeting
October 1, 2025
NEPA Know-How: A Panel Discussion of HUD Environmental Reviews for Housing Projects
Presenters:
Penny Dwoinen and Kim Siegel
City of Detroit Housing and Revitalization Department
Megan Castro and Michael Vollick
Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
Andy Foerg and Julie Pratt
Environmental Consulting Solutions (ECS)
Moderator:
Jackie Schafer, MSHDA
This presentation will be a panel discussion of navigating the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process for projects that receive federal funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Attendees will receive a general overview of NEPA, learn the important "know-how's" of completing the NEPA review, navigating important conversations to have with clients, and hear success stories and challenges faced by Responsible Entities (MSHDA and the City of Detroit) and consultants (ECS).
All attendees must pay at time of registration. Absolutely No Refunds after September 24, 2025. Late registrations will be limited to 10 attendees. Limit of 10 free student attendees. First come first served basis.
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:15 – Social
6:15 – 7:15 – Buffet Dinner
7:15 – 8:00 – Technical Presentation
8:00 – 8:15 – Questions
8:15 - 9:30 – Social/Closing
Waldenwoods Conference Center Tent
2975 Old US 23,
Howell, MI 48855
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