Infrastructure Improvements and the Historic Preservation Act

July 11, 2023 | Online :: Central Time

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“Great to get information and insights direct from industry professionals — they understand my issues and speak to my concerns as a practitioner.” President, JLK Architects

Infrastructure projects using federally-assisted funding or requiring a permit from a federal agency must comply with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The level of detail required by the Section 106 process depends on the project’s complexity and its projected impact on historic resources. Additionally, financial incentives, including infrastructure investment, state and federal tax incentives, and financing for historic preservation, may also impact project viability.

To help you navigate this process, this course will cover the Section 106 requirements for infrastructure projects, such as highways and bridges, renewable energy development, and broadband expansion.

Register now to gain more knowledge about how to prepare your project for consideration under NHPA. 

Learning Outcomes

This course will provide attendees an opportunity to:

• Take a deeper dive into Section 106 and its application across the board
• Evaluate the intersection of the NHPA and the National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA)
• Assess Section 106 processes for a variety of infrastructure projects, including highway improvements, renewable developments, and broadband expansion
• Further explore what defines a historic property
• Identify the tax incentives, financing, and investment opportunities available for Historic Preservation efforts
• Discuss the roles of state historic preservation officers (SHPOs) and tribal historic preservation officers (THPOs) in Section 106 reviews
• Refine and explore the many ways in which renewable energy is evolving within a shared space while keeping Cultural Heritage alive
• Recognize the infrastructure planning process within NHPA and NEPA
• Determine the improvements and key components of Section 106
• Grasp the requirements for tribal consultation
• Discover the ways the NTCIC programs help with sustainable infrastructure investments
• Analyze the tax incentives and cost of preserving historic structures

Tuesday, July 11, 2023 : Central Time

 

9:00 – 10:00 a.m. :: Infrastructure Improvements and Section 106

This session will introduce Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) and provide an overview of how the NHPA review process intersects with infrastructure projects, including the actions federal agencies must take to meet their legal obligations when considering the effects on historic properties of projects they assist, fund, permit, license or approve.

Marion Werkheiser, Attorney at Law and Managing Partner, Cultural Heritage Partners

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. :: Application Processes: Negotiating the Intersection of NHPA and NEPA

The NHPA and the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) are separate federal laws which require federal agencies consider potential impacts to historic properties and the human environment prior to making decisions. Section 106 of the NHPA considers effects to historic properties, while NEPA examines impacts to a wider range of resources, including historic properties and other cultural resources. This presentation will examine the benefits of integrating the independent processes and statutory obligations of NHPA and NEPA in the early stages of planning infrastructure projects.

Denise M. Jurich, Senior Archaeologist, GEI Consultants

11:00 – 11:15 a.m. :: Morning Break

11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. :: Tribal Consultation and Coordination for Infrastructure Projects

Section 106 requires federal agencies to take into account the effects of undertakings such as infrastructure projects on historic properties significant to Indian tribes. This session will provide an overview of tribal consultation requirements and also the role that project proponents can play in establishing positive relationships and avoiding disputes. We’ll introduce best practices for tribal engagement and ways to achieve better project outcomes. 

Olga Symeonoglou, Attorney at Law, Cultural Heritage Partners

12:00 – 1:00 p.m. :: Lunch Break

1:00 – 3:00 p.m. :: Renewables and the Historic Preservation Act

This session addresses the conflicts between renewable energy development and cultural heritage laws. It covers U.S. laws and regulations for cultural resource compliance, design considerations for reducing risk, and challenges for managing cultural heritage while transitioning to clean energy. We focus on federal and state regulatory frameworks, including compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. We discuss differing approaches by federal agencies, state laws, and local ordinances for cultural resource consultation. The session provides insights on navigating the Section 106 process for successful renewable energy project development.

Jeanne Barnes, National Cultural Resources Practice Lead, HDR

Zachary Overfield, Cultural Resources Practice Leader, HDR

Kim Smith, Senior Cultural Resources Specialist/Northeast Cultural Resources Lead, HDR

3:00 – 3:15 p.m. :: Afternoon Break

3:15 – 4:00 p.m. :: Cultural Resource Considerations in Transportation Planning

Roads and bridges are among the most commonplace elements of public infrastructure. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is the federal agency with statutory responsibility to consult and coordinate with the Advisory Council of Historic Preservation (ACHP) and state and tribal governments to fulfill its obligations for road/highway and bridge infrastructure projects under the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). While the FHWA broadly directs this process, the execution varies greatly by individual state transportation agencies, who often work on the FHWA’s behalf. This discussion will provide a broad overview of how Section 106 of the NHPA and Section (4) of the United States Transportation Act are implemented within the realm of transportation projects. We’ll also cover some of transportation projects’ unique qualities and challenges when it comes to managing cultural resource effects to better prepare you for success when working with them.

Jeff Laswell, Indianapolis Branch Manager, Gray and Pape, Inc.

Mason Miller, Media Director / Senior Archeologist, AmaTerra Environmental, an ERG Company 

4:00 – 4:45 p.m. :: Tax Incentives and Investment for Historic Preservation and Sustainability

The Federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives program encourages private sector investment in the rehabilitation and reuse of historic structures. What projects qualify for these incentives, and how can they be harnessed to support both historic and cultural preservation efforts and sustainable infrastructure improvements? The National Trust Community Investment Corporation enables tax credit equity investments that support sustainable communities nationwide, placing qualified tax credits for historic preservation, new markets, and solar project development. This session will address NTCIC programs available to offset the costs of preserving historic structures while also encouraging sustainable infrastructure investment.

Amanda Bloomberg, Senior Acquisitions Manager, National Trust Community Investment Corporation

• Jeanne Barnes, National Cultural Resources Practice Lead, HDR

• Amanda Bloomberg, Senior Acquisitions Manager, National Trust Community Investment Corporation

• Denise M. Jurich, Senior Archaeologist, GEI Consultants

• Jeff Laswell, Indianapolis Branch Manager, Gray and Pape, Inc.

• Mason Miller, Media Director / Senior Archeologist, AmaTerra Environmental, an ERG Company

• Zachary Overfield, Cultural Resources Practice Leader, HDR

• Kim Smith, Senior Cultural Resources Specialist/Northeast Cultural Resources Lead, HDR

• Olga Symeonoglou, Attorney at Law, Cultural Heritage Partners

• Marion Werkheiser, Attorney at Law and Managing Partner, Cultural Heritage Partners

We will be using Microsoft Teams to facilitate your participation in the upcoming event. You do not need to have an existing Teams account in order to participate in the broadcast – the course will play in your browser and you will have the option of using a microphone to speak with the room and ask questions, or type any questions in via the chat window and our on-site representative will relay your question to the instructor.

• IMPORTANT NOTE: After November 30 you will not be able to join a Teams meeting using Internet Explorer 11. Microsoft recommends downloading and installing the Teams app if possible. You may also use the Edge browser or Chrome.
• You will receive a separate email with a unique link to a personalized landing page which will include links to join all sessions of this event.
• If you are using a microphone, please ensure that it is muted until such time as you need to ask a question.
• The remote meeting connection will be open approximately 30 minutes before the start of the course. We encourage you to connect as early as possible in case you experience any unforeseen problems.

Please Note: This event is being conducted entirely online. All attendees will connect and attend from their computer, one connection per purchase. For details please see our FAQ

If you are unable to attend at the scheduled date and time, we make recordings available to all attendees for 7 days after the event

REGISTER NOW FOR THIS EVENT:

Infrastructure Improvements and the Historic Preservation Act

July 11, 2023 | Online

Your registration may be transferred to a member of your organization up to 24 hours in advance of the event. Cancellations must be received on or before June 09, 2023 in order to be refunded and will be subject to a US $195.00 processing fee per registrant. No refunds will be made after this date. Cancellations received after this date will create a credit of the tuition (less processing fee) good toward any other EUCI event. This credit will be good for six months from the cancellation date. In the event of non-attendance, all registration fees will be forfeited. In case of conference cancellation, EUCIs liability is limited to refund of the event registration fee only. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaints and refunds, please contact our offices at 303-770-8800

Credits

EUCI is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.

EUCI is authorized by IACET to offer 0.6 CEUs for this event.

Requirements for Successful Completion of Program

Participants must log in and be in attendance for the entirety of the conference to be eligible for continuing education credit.

Instructional Methods

PowerPoint presentations, video, and Q&A will be used in the program.

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Upon successful completion of this event, program participants interested in receiving CPE credits will receive a certificate of completion.

Course CPE Credits: 7.5
There is no prerequisite for this Course.
Program field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Advanced Preparation: None

EUCI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its web site: www.nasbaregistry.org

 

Who Should Attend

• Transmission Project Planners
• Highway and Bridge Project Planners
• Broadband Project Planners
• Airport Project Planners
• Solar Project Planners
• Onshore and Offshore Wind Project Planners
• Environmental Coordinators
• Cultural Resource Managers
• Tribal Representatives
• Construction Managers
• Forest Planners
• Cultural Resources Researchers
• EPCs
• Attorneys
• Environmental Consultants
• Infrastructure Consultants