APWA Inland Empire Branch

Thank you to everyone who joined APWA Inland Empire Branch x ASCE San Bernardino/Riverside Branch for our joint July program, California AB 98: Paving the Way for Sustainable Logistics. The event brought together public agency leaders, industry professionals, and community stakeholders for an engaging discussion on one of the most significant policy changes affecting logistics development in California. A special thank you to our moderator, Josh (Kyu-Sang) Lee (San Bernardino County Transportation Authority), and our panelists: 🔹 Christopher Tzeng, Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) 🔹 Kimberly Ruddins, City of Ontario 🔹 Steve Loriso, City of Jurupa Valley 🔹 Jolene Hayes, Fehr & Peers Thank you for sharing your expertise, perspectives, and real-world insights on the opportunities, challenges, and practical considerations surrounding AB 98 implementation. Programs like this demonstrate the value of bringing together agencies, practitioners, and industry leaders to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and strengthen regional collaboration. Thank you to our attendees, speakers, volunteers, and partners at ASCE San Bernardino/Riverside Branch for helping make this event a success. We look forward to continuing the conversation on the issues shaping the future of public works, transportation, and sustainable logistics throughout the Inland Empire. #APWAIE #ASCE #AB98 #PublicWorks #TransportationPlanning #Logistics #RegionalCollaboration #InlandEmpire

🚧 Paving the Way for Sustainable Logistics in California 🚧 The APWA Inland Empire Branch is excited to partner with ASCE San Bernardino/Riverside Branch to bring you an important and timely conversation on California AB 98—and what it means for our region. As new statewide standards reshape logistics and warehouse development, agencies and practitioners alike are navigating changes to: ✅ Truck route planning ✅ Air quality and traffic impacts ✅ Operational expectations for local jurisdictions ✅ Design and entitlement review processes Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring industry and agency leaders who are actively working through these changes and helping shape what comes next. 🎤 Featured Speakers & Moderator: Moderated by Josh (Kyu-Sang) Lee (SBCTA) Christopher Gray (WRCOG) Kimberly Ruddins (City of Ontario) Steve Loriso (City of Jurupa Valley) Jolene Hayes (Fehr & Peers) 🗓 Thursday, July 9, 2026 ⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Parkview | Eastvale, CA Whether you’re in public works, planning, transportation, or development—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. 👉 Secure your spot today: www.apwaie.com/meetings #APWA #APWAIE #ASCE #PublicWorks #AB98 #InlandEmpire #SustainableInfrastructure #UrbanPlanning

🚧 Value by Design: Increasing Project Value Through Progressive Design‑Build ♻️ Join APWA Inland Empire for an engaging lunch‑and‑learn exploring how progressive design‑build can deliver greater project value while reducing owner risk through early collaboration and informed decision‑making. 🎤 Featured Speaker: Michael Moore, DBIA, PE General Manager, East Valley Water District Past President, Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) This presentation will spotlight the Sterling Natural Resource Center, an innovative 8‑MGD water recycling facility in San Bernardino—highlighting key lessons learned, real‑world insights, and practical advantages of alternative delivery methods, including expedited delivery, earlier price certainty, and value‑added improvements. 📅 Thursday, May 7, 2026 ⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Hilton Garden Inn, San Bernardino 👉 Register here: www.APWAie.com Whether you’re an owner, engineer, contractor, or consultant, this is a great opportunity to gain insights from an award‑winning project and connect with public works professionals across the region. #APWA #APWAIE #DesignBuild #ProgressiveDesignBuild #PublicWorks #WaterInfrastructure #InfrastructureInnovation #InlandEmpire

🚧💧 From Data to Design: Navigating San Bernardino County’s Updated Hydrology Manual 💧🚧 Join the APWA Inland Empire Branch for our March meeting as we dive into the latest updates to the San Bernardino County Hydrology Manual and what they mean for hydrologic analysis, drainage design, and flood control planning. 🎤 Featured Speaker: Michael Fam, MPA, P.E, CFM, QSD/QSP San Bernardino County Flood Control District This session will provide an overview of the updated manual, highlight key changes, and discuss practical applications for public works and engineering professionals working throughout the region. 📅 Thursday, March 5, 2026 🕦 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Hilton Garden Inn, San Bernardino 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/g8ug-fq6 Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed, connect with peers, and gain valuable insights into evolving hydrology practices in San Bernardino County. #APWA #APWAIE #PublicWorks #Hydrology #Engineering #FloodControl #InlandEmpire