This document provides an agenda for a MECC Planning event. It will include regional discussions on state-specific regulatory impacts, presentations from seasoned experts, and networking opportunities. Attendees can expect regulatory uncertainty, challenges to permits and standards, increased responsibilities, and difficulty contacting regulators. The event aims to provide insider perspectives and learning from colleagues to help navigate these issues.

1. Welcome
Roger Walker
MECC Planning Chair
Gina Bowman
Greater K.C. Chamber of Commerce
Host

2. You are Here!

3. You would rather be here!

4. What to Expect
• Regional Focus with State-specific Impacts
• Adult Conversation
• Seasoned Expert Presenters
• Up to date information all media

5. What to Expect
• Speed Dating
• Insider Perspectives
• Learn about New Initiatives
• Networking Opportunities

6. Why Are You Here?
• Regulatory and Compliance Uncertainty
• All Regulations Challenged
• New Lower Standards
• More Responsibility at Work w/ Fewer Resources
• Seasoned Staff Retiring
• All Significant Permits Challenged
• Communications Increasingly Unsafe

7. Why Are You Here?
• Compliance Standards are Moving Targets
• SO2, PM2.5, Hg, Ammonia, Nutrients, Ozone
• Personal Contact with Regulators More Difficult
• Learning from Colleagues Increasingly Valuable
• NGO’s More Engaged than Ever
• Regional Issues Greater Importance

8. Shout Outs
• Dave Cozad, EPA Region 7
• Leanne Tippett Mosby, MDNR
• KDHE, NDEQ, IDNR, MDNR
• Greater K.C. Chamber of Commerce
• Nebraska Industrial Council for the Environment
• Iowa Association of Business & Industry
• Associated Industries of Missouri
• KU and MU EHS

9. Shout Outs
Gold Sponsors
* Lathrop & Gage
* Barr Engineering