by Austin Bernales | Mar 9, 2026 | FbD Program, IFM Network Stories |
As December 2025 flood events impacted river systems across the state, Swan Creek offers a clear example of how floodplain investments reduce long-term risks. Flood resilience comes from restoring river processes and not just building stronger barriers. By giving...
by Austin Bernales | Mar 9, 2026 | FbD Program, IFM Network Stories |
BEF has now compiled WA Flood Recovery and Resilience Needs Dashboard to understand flood resilience needs in locations impacted by the December 2025 floods. This dashboard describes community-supported projects that could be ready for contracting within 6–12 months...
by Austin Bernales | Mar 9, 2026 | FbD Program, IFM Network Stories |
The observations compiled here reflect a shared commitment among Tribes, local governments, landowners, state agencies, nonprofits, and technical experts. Floodplains by Design is grateful to every partner who helped plan, design, construct, monitor, and steward these...
by Austin Bernales | Nov 24, 2025 | IFM Network Stories |
Austin: Thank you so much for sharing today and allowing us to interview you. It’s really exciting to get to know you more and talk to you about your podcasts. When did you first start recording podcasts? What inspired you to create it? Annika: Thanks for the...
by Austin Bernales | Nov 10, 2025 | IFM Network Stories |
Matt Baerwalde is the Senior Environmental Policy Analyst for the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe in Western Washington State. He joined the Snoqualmie Tribe’s Water Program in 2008, and holds a B.S. in Conservation Biology and a certificate in Wetland Science and Management...
