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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260908T160000Z
DTEND:20260908T180000Z
SUMMARY:APA WV Biannual Chapter Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is for members of the APA WV Chapter.
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 6\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/399c177c981fa7bbcb0f9882ac165656
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260908T163000Z
DTEND:20260908T210000Z
SUMMARY:Exhibitor Setup
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/21ba5c5b346bc0574aeeeb89e29845a2
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260908T180000Z
DTEND:20260908T210000Z
SUMMARY:Downtown Huntington Redevelopment Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of redeveloped brownfield properties within the “Jewel City”. Stop One is The Prichard Building\, a 13-story historic structure built in the 1920’s as a luxury hotel\, which today\, after decades of neglect\, is home to affordable housing for seniors\, community health clinic\, community space\, and businesses. Stop 2 will be a drive-by past the new Williams Fire Station\, once a closed gas station and abandoned dry cleaner property. Stop 3 will be at the Former ACF Industries and associated properties\, consisting of three separate new developments: the Marshall University Advanced Manufacturing Robotic Welding & Robotics Center (under construction and scheduled to be opened by October 2026)\, the Kroger Marketplace (construction starting later in 2026)\, and the Marshall University Jack Cook Baseball Stadium. Fact Sheets on each site will be provided to all attendees. This mobile workshop occurs on Tuesday\, September 8\, 2026. Participants can check in at 1:30 PM. The tour departs at 2 PM.
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LOCATION:Lobby\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/3b1ed1935062cb3bb7ee105c7d82db60
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260908T180000Z
DTEND:20260908T210000Z
SUMMARY:Huntington West End Tour
DESCRIPTION:Exciting redevelopment is happening all over Huntington and the West End is no exception! Come see the Central City District where small businesses are preserving industrial history as an asset for future development. Creative retail businesses and new district experiences are driving the campaign for economic growth. We will visit the West Edge Factory\, a Coalfield Development project\, to glimpse how the abandoned factory is being utilized as a creative space for the community.
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LOCATION:Lobby\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/fbd9697939ee08774491681930726549
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260908T220000Z
DTEND:20260909T000000Z
SUMMARY:Welcome Reception
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LOCATION:Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center\, 925 Fourth Avenue\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/7fedc915d47d7e63ab4715487f4202b3
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T113000Z
DTEND:20260909T130000Z
SUMMARY:Breakfast
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/29eb467c53a793dfa47e965282003ddd
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T113000Z
DTEND:20260909T203000Z
SUMMARY:Registration Table Opens
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LOCATION:Lobby\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/73d1c8de2bd00d330445f75e7026569f
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T120000Z
DTEND:20260909T180000Z
SUMMARY:Expert Consultations
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 6\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/c1f4b8ca8484192174c69c3fd14f7038
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T120000Z
DTEND:20260909T124500Z
SUMMARY:First-Timers' Meet & Greet
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LOCATION:Exhibit Halls 8 & 9\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/c989b19f89a0ede7cf744db1ea9f0dce
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T130000Z
DTEND:20260909T133000Z
SUMMARY:Welcome to Huntington
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/09715436f228bcd46bd11b89c773b86b
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T133000Z
DTEND:20260909T143000Z
SUMMARY:Why Place Matters
DESCRIPTION:What is it about place that makes it special? Is it just what exists there during a moment or is there more? How much does the physical space we occupy shape us as people? Shae Strait\, a native Appalachian\, professional planner\, and wearer of many hats\, discusses why our place matters\, from its history to even its future. Whether we were aware or not\, and whether the choice of space was even ours to make\, Shae will discuss both his personal journey and some of the ways place matters to us all\, no matter where we find ourselves.
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/cd119397031904fe1a86336fd27eed19
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T140000Z
DTEND:20260909T180000Z
SUMMARY:High School Design Workshop
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LOCATION:Exhibit Halls 8 & 9\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/497a40c6ed98de0f8a661a1643a188c9
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T143000Z
DTEND:20260909T150000Z
SUMMARY:Networking Break and Exhibitor Expo
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/7ab105a6366d276c290e5d7bef97e448
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T150000Z
DTEND:20260909T161500Z
SUMMARY:Brownfields 101
DESCRIPTION:Brownfields 101: Successful redevelopment of brownfields start with understanding the basics. This session provides a practical introductory overview of brownfield redevelopment\, including what defines a brownfield property\, common environmental concerns\, the assessment and cleanup process\, available funding sources\, liability considerations\, and the role of federal\, state\, and local partners. Participants will also explore how brownfield redevelopment can support economic development\, neighborhood revitalization\, and sustainable land reuse.
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 7\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/8a7cb12df1b8199ad95fcb55f2ccbca7
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T150000Z
DTEND:20260909T161500Z
SUMMARY:Oh\, the Places You’ll Go and the Stories You Will Tell!
DESCRIPTION:Age alone does not define a building as historic to a community. A combination of location\, context\, and connection creates the legacy that inspires investment of energy and resources into these buildings. Three great examples of legacy and redevelopment efforts in Petersburg\, Bluefield\, and Wellsburg will illustrate the journey from brownfield to revived community assets. We’ll share the interesting places in which Brownfield projects take shape\, the nuanced terminology that makes these case studies more accessible\, and assist the audience in connecting the dots between the projects presented and THEIR projects back home. Come make us part of your story!
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LOCATION:Executive Suite\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/0f65c1f3479c72814eb9ecdf240232c3
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T150000Z
DTEND:20260909T161500Z
SUMMARY:State and Federal Updates
DESCRIPTION:The State & Federal Updates session shares resources for potential grant funding opportunities for brownfields redevelopment projects from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) and WV Department of Environmental Protection (WVDEP) representatives. Learn about WV brownfield sites that have been assessed and remediated through WVDEP's Voluntary Remediation Program and Brownfields Assistance Program as well as WVDEP programmatic updates.
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/5535597252b1e93083c336363bd2cee1
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T161500Z
DTEND:20260909T173000Z
SUMMARY:Lunch with Fireside Chat: Huntington and Brownfields - From Industrial Legacy to a Modern Economic Hub
DESCRIPTION:Join an informal fireside chat to hear how Huntington leveraged federal EPA Brownfield grants to catalyze over $200 million in investment\, transforming "blight into bright" using EPA Assessment and Cleanup grants to plan for advanced manufacturing\, retail\, and a new Marshall University baseball stadium. Key stakeholders will share the leverage model involving the City\, Huntington Municipal Development Authority (HMDA)\, Marshall University\, and the WVDEP to secure competitive funding like the America's Best Communities $3 million grand prize. The ACF Industries Site will be used as a case study\, navigating the voluntary remediation and demolition of a 100-year-old railcar facility to make way for redevelopment.
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/9be0781ae17b896fa936f712e49213aa
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T173000Z
DTEND:20260909T184500Z
SUMMARY:Addressing Vacant Schools
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/653f78aceef87896c193666dfb625480
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T173000Z
DTEND:20260909T184500Z
SUMMARY:How Technology Can Support Redevelopment Efforts - From Building Rehab to Downtown Planning!
DESCRIPTION:Right now\, the people trying to bring an old building back to life are often flying blind. Architects and planners work from photographs and educated guesses. Community members are asked to get excited about a project they literally cannot picture. This session looks at a set of tools that fix that problem—drones\, 3D scanning\, and photorealistic modeling that capture a building or a block exactly as it is and turn it into an interactive digital version you can walk through\, measure\, and pull real drawings from. We'll also dig into how location and foot-traffic data—from platforms like Esri and Placer.ai—can sharpen your fundraising and help you design and measure events. The takeaway: how to turn this kind of data into a story that wins community buy-in\, builds a smarter fundraising pitch\, and launches downtown events that make an impact.
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 7\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/95b6e1b9a6027611018a193d3df29b7f
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T173000Z
DTEND:20260909T184500Z
SUMMARY:You Must Choose\, but Choose Wisely! The Holy Grail of Environmental Consultants
DESCRIPTION:One of the most important relationships in any Brownfields project is the relationship between the Grantee and their Environmental Consultant. However\, while the Consultants usually know what they are getting into with a project\, the Grantees usually has no experience. Breakdowns in communication\, expectations and agreements often lead to delays and extra expenditures in Brownfields projects\, resulting in Grantee frustration. This session is designed to give Grantees some critical advice in hiring and developing good working relationships with their Environmental Consultants\, including what questions to ask prospective Consultants\, realistic expectations and communication\, and ways to avoid adversarial relationships. This session includes a panel of experts that have been through the Brownfields process from multiple perspectives as Grantees\, Grantors\, and Regulatory Agencies who will discuss their experience\, lessons learned and answer questions from the audience.
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LOCATION:Executive Suite\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/9ea33b132eee0f39a1c98cff266704dd
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T184500Z
DTEND:20260909T191500Z
SUMMARY:Networking Break and Exhibitor Expo
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/18d4797e69c615b29b6aee8f3e32a506
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T191500Z
DTEND:20260909T203000Z
SUMMARY:After the Ribbon Cutting
DESCRIPTION:The ribbon cutting marks a milestone — not the finish line. This session explores the practical\, technical\, regulatory\, and community-centered realities of owning and operating a brownfield property where onsite consolidation and capping were used as the remedy. We’ll move beyond redevelopment celebration to the daily obligations\, risks\, and opportunities that determine long-term success. Topics will include Human health and safety: managing exposure pathways\, cap integrity and maintenance\, stormwater and surface-water management\, long-term monitoring and sampling\, institutional and engineering controls.
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 7\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/2e9de3daf2672594e52b3f2e628d298f
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T191500Z
DTEND:20260909T203000Z
SUMMARY:An Optimist\, a Pessimist\, and a Realist Walk into a Brownfield
DESCRIPTION:How do you turn differing perspectives into a cohesive plan of action? You need representation from all sides of a community to gain support\, address liabilities\, and move your brownfield project forward. During this interactive session\, attendees will learn strategies to get stakeholders to show up\, engage with one another\, and provide the necessary input to create inventories\, project visions\, and redevelopment plans. Experience tactics that can be applied to your project and expand your public engagement skillset.
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/bef9d7ceca0c879fce8f11de3d1d0b82
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T191500Z
DTEND:20260909T203000Z
SUMMARY:Not for the Faint of Heart: The Roadmap to Historic Site Redevelopment
DESCRIPTION:Redeveloping a historic building is not for the faint of heart! From environmental review to funding procurement\, a redevelopment project requires insight into the many requirements for site redevelopment. Utilizing Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credits\, environmental studies and New Market Tax Credits\, projects across West Virginia are succeeding and creating sustainable development that serves as senior living\, medical services and more. Come learn about several successful projects including the Prichard Building in Huntington and the YWCA in Wheeling.
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LOCATION:Executive Suite\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/c12e07674c7f10a52cadf165c3916f8a
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T203000Z
DTEND:20260909T220000Z
SUMMARY:Networking Reception
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/018744ff7ad638d336db0d97ba56a1b8
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T203000Z
DTEND:20260909T211500Z
SUMMARY:Poster Gallery Presentations
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LOCATION:Lobby\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/869a73455b56b3148d51b3a260a7cf22
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260909T220000Z
DTEND:20260909T230000Z
SUMMARY:Belonging in Brownfields
DESCRIPTION:Historically known as Women in Brownfields\, this networking session brings in folks from all aspects of brownfield development – environmental\, community development\, and economic development\, to name a few – together to find ways to support one another in our professional development. This includes cisgender women\, transgender and non-binary people\, and those who are otherwise marginalized. Femmes\, Trans\, Women\, anyone questioning their gender or wishing to get beyond the binary – you are welcome in this space! Find folkship\, mentorship\, and support for the win!\n\nThis year’s event will consist of an ice cream social from 6-7 PM\, featuring treats supplied by Austin's Homemade Ice Cream.
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LOCATION:Patio\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/b20ffb8d5a1880cf989c4816b9098317
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T113000Z
DTEND:20260910T130000Z
SUMMARY:Breakfast
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/1c984b059e9bd7abd62fdd03dc16169b
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T113000Z
DTEND:20260910T173000Z
SUMMARY:Licensed Remediation Specialist Training
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LOCATION:Executive Suite\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/8cb3f4332a204a3c39afbf18f7ca4535
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T120000Z
DTEND:20260910T130000Z
SUMMARY:EPA Grantee Meeting
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 7\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/32bac77d7964dae30b165798e8e85672
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T120000Z
DTEND:20260910T170000Z
SUMMARY:Expert Consultations
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 6\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/b04c033d6a906e06fe7bff2d351facc5
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T130000Z
DTEND:20260910T140000Z
SUMMARY:Keynote: Developer and Investor Panel
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/7a21020402387fc5778e620f56ec8d51
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T140000Z
DTEND:20260910T151500Z
SUMMARY:From Contaminated to Community\, Housing and Brownfields in Rural Appalachia
DESCRIPTION:In West Virginia communities\, housing is not an amenity\; it is infrastructure. Without it\, workforce recruitment stalls\, downtown revitalization loses its foundation\, and the people who show up to do the work of community building have nowhere to live. This panel brings together practitioners and local leaders from West Virginia communities at different stages of housing-focused redevelopment\, examining the extent of housing needs in West Virginia\, opportunities that underutilized properties present\, and what it takes to move those properties to a viable residential project in a thin rural market. Conversation will center on the housing market\, financing\, community trust\, and the role of strategic planning in making housing visible as an economic development priority and not just a social service response. Attendees will leave with practical examples applicable to their own communities\, and an honest account of what is working\, what is not\, and why these projects matter.
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/d6387072db84a43bb43dc9b17a2bfd0d
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T140000Z
DTEND:20260910T151500Z
SUMMARY:More than MARC: Inside EPA's Brownfields Job Training Grant Program
DESCRIPTION:Brownfields Job Training programs do more than remediate contaminated properties—they create pathways to meaningful careers while advancing community revitalization. \n \n This session explores the U.S. EPA Brownfields Job Training (BJT) Grant Program\, which recently awarded approximately $12 million to 25 communities to recruit and train unemployed and underemployed individuals for environmental careers. Attendees will learn about program eligibility\, and how grant funding supports workforce development initiatives. \n \n The presentation will also highlight the Brownfields Technician Training Program at Employment Skills Center\, a current BJT Grantee. Their program was developed through collaboration with workforce and industry partners\, and uses targeted curriculum\, hands-on instruction\, and industry-recognized certifications such as HAZWOPER\, asbestos\, and lead training\, to ensure graduates gain job-ready skills that support environmental remediation and redevelopment projects. Presenters will offer practical strategies for building workforce pipelines that strengthen local economies\, address environmental challenges\, and create lasting community benefits.
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 7\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/bf3adfab8f7e5b9e7a647e35da7788d8
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T140000Z
DTEND:20260910T151500Z
SUMMARY:The Importance of Updating Your National Register Nomination
DESCRIPTION:Throughout the state\, more people are interested in historic downtown development. However\, many cannot access financial incentives because of outdated National Register nominations completed over 40 years ago. Learn why keeping National Register nominations current is important and how it can impact development in your community.
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LOCATION:Exhibit Halls 8 & 9\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
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URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/601caeaa97b0edd23e7fd8f9810e440e
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T151500Z
DTEND:20260910T154500Z
SUMMARY:Networking Break and Exhibitor Expo
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
UID:9d0abef18e251a183ae932e870297edf
URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/9d0abef18e251a183ae932e870297edf
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T154500Z
DTEND:20260910T170000Z
SUMMARY:Brownfields for Housing and Tourism
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 7\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
UID:59f53e449297715535f46a5944605d0f
URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/59f53e449297715535f46a5944605d0f
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T154500Z
DTEND:20260910T170000Z
SUMMARY:No Money? Mo Problems – Utilizing Alternative Funding Sources for Brownfield Revitalization
DESCRIPTION:Securing the cleanup funding for brownfield properties is just one step along the way in a larger revitalization process. Implementation of project reuse goals requires a mix of funding options and as the EPA Grant allocation for post-remediation planning is shrinking\, communities are considering alternative programs and funding to support reuse. This talk will explore how other federal grant opportunities\, through such agencies as DOT\, FEMA\, EDA\, and HUD\, can support brownfield revitalization projects while achieving co-benefits. We will discuss best practices for developing strong grant applications\, matching alternative funding with project pieces\, conducting meaningful stakeholder engagement\, and stacking funding to complete redevelopment.
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e005b36fc7108d556003ca0bd2a2fc76
URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/e005b36fc7108d556003ca0bd2a2fc76
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DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T154500Z
DTEND:20260910T170000Z
SUMMARY:The Zone is Flooded! Property Reuse & Redevelopment in an Ever-Expanding Flood Landscape
DESCRIPTION:With recent updates to FEMA flood maps\, many West Virginia communities are finding more and more of their downtown properties in the federally designated floodplain. This designation creates new challenges for reuse and redevelopment\, especially for historic properties. When flood management and historic preservation seem to be at odds\, it can feel like the community's hands are tied. All is not lost! In this session\, property redevelopment and flood resilience experts will share insight on how floodplain sites can strengthen cultural assets and spur economic development while also preparing for the next flood event. Using examples from around the state\, participants will learn how\, with the right strategy and the right resources\, flood-impacted properties can continue to drive development.
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LOCATION:Exhibit Halls 8 & 9\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
UID:d0e9a29b0cc11b5cf0977d9dc070b89d
URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/d0e9a29b0cc11b5cf0977d9dc070b89d
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T170000Z
DTEND:20260910T180000Z
SUMMARY:Closing Lunch: WV Brownfields Awards Banquet
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LOCATION:Grand Ballroom\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bca08e39460c4bb21b0d33e339fd6e88
URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/bca08e39460c4bb21b0d33e339fd6e88
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T180000Z
DTEND:20260910T210000Z
SUMMARY:Downtown Huntington Redevelopment Tour - LRS
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be geared toward WV Licensed Remediation Specialists (LRS) participants as part of their continuing education credits. The workshop will stop at the former McGinnis and ACF Industries locations\, and from there tour the Marshall University Advanced Manufacturing Robotic Welding & Robotics Center (under construction and scheduled to be opened in October 2026)\, the Kroger Marketplace (construction starting later in 2026)\, and the Marshall University Jack Cook Baseball Stadium. Environmental contaminants encountered will be reviewed and cleanup methods utilized discussed. While this workshop is primarily for LRS participants\, other conference attendees are welcome to sign up and attend. This mobile workshop occurs on Thursday\, September 10\, 2026. Participants can check in at 1:30 PM. The tour departs at 2 PM.
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LOCATION:Lobby\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
UID:bd7b08c28970e9b0e63c806c4a43320b
URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/bd7b08c28970e9b0e63c806c4a43320b
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260727T003123Z
DTSTART:20260910T180000Z
DTEND:20260910T200000Z
SUMMARY:Main Street Directors' Meeting
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LOCATION:Exhibit Hall 6\, 1 Center Plaza\, Huntington\, WV 25701
SEQUENCE:0
UID:e9af925a1dc9fb20ff6dc3952ba50be4
URL:http://2026wvbrownfieldsmainstreet.sched.com/event/e9af925a1dc9fb20ff6dc3952ba50be4
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