AMERICAN PUBLIC WORKS ASSOCIATION OREGON CHAPTER LUNCHEON Wednesday, January 22, 2014 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM Migratory Bird Treaty Act – How to Fly Straight on Construction Projects Presented by Diane Winterboer, Wildlife Biologist, USDA/APHIS Matt Alex, Wildlife Specialist, USDA/APHIS The MBTA was developed in 1918 to stop the indiscriminate killing and market hunting of migratory birds. This act applies to activities conducted within the United States by any person, business, organization, institution, and any local, state, or federal agency. This presentation will cover the basic requirements of compliance with the MBTA as well as the new guidelines and procedures taking effect in 2014 for Construction and Maintenance projects. Location: Old Spaghetti Factory, 0715 SW Bancroft St, Portland Non-APWA members are welcome to attend Italian Plated Lunch Cost: $16.00 (includes tip) ******Cash Only******* *Free Parking Available on site* Please RSVP to [email protected] by January 17th Visit the Oregon APWA website at http://www.oregonapwa.org/