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[00:02:00] Introduction to Jamie McCutchen and Rymar Waterworks 

[00:05:00] Basics of Skimmer Basin Design

[00:08:00] State Standards for Sediment Basins

[00:13:00] Why Specifying Skimmer Flow Rates Matters

[00:14:00] Free Skimmer Design Tools from Rymar

[00:21:00] Good vs. Bad Skimmer Installations

[00:23:00] Using Skimmers for Post-Construction

[00:28:00] Modeling Skimmers in HydroFlow

[00:32:00] Filtration-Based Water Quality Design

[00:38:00] Benefits of Skimmer + Filtration Systems

[00:42:00] Volume-Based vs. Filtration-Based Design Comparison

[00:51:00] Summary of Results

[00:53:00] The Marlee Float and Digital Sitebox

[01:00:00] The Origin of the Marlee Float

In this episode of Stormwater World Live, host Ty speaks with Jamie McCutchen, P.E., founder of Rymar Waterworks, about the design and application of skimmers in stormwater drainage systems. Jamie explains the fundamentals of skimmer basin design for both construction and post-construction use, emphasizing the importance of flow rate specification and sharing examples from state guidelines. He introduces a new filtration-based design that improves water quality treatment by combining surface-level skimming with a two-stage filter, supported by ASTM-tested results. The discussion includes practical modeling steps using HydroFlow, tips on skimmer installation, and a comparison of filtration-based versus volume-based water quality designs. Jamie also shares the origin story behind the Marlee Float and highlights innovations like the Digital Sitebox for jobsite compliance.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Jamie McCutchen:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiemccutchen/

Website: https://rymarwaterworks.com/

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Stormwater World Episode 052: Company Culture, Sales Processes, AI & more! with Dan Strauss from Syman Erosion Control

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[00:02:00] – Meet Dan Strauss

[00:04:00] – Business in the Stormwater World

“We’re really not talking about business. We’re not talking about why we’re all here: because we want to make money.” — Dan Strauss

[00:07:00] – Becoming Employee-Owned

“We went from having two people in the business and now we have about 85.” — Dan Strauss

[00:13:00] – Sales & Marketing in Technical Fields

“You can’t just go to a conference and say, ‘cool, check this out.’” — Dan Strauss

[00:18:00] – Hiring Matrix & Growth Strategy

“If you feel like you want to grow, you need help. We recently have come up with a hiring matrix.” — Dan Strauss

[00:24:00] – Maintaining Company Culture

“A lot of it has to do with autonomy. Here’s the tools you need to do your job, and then walk away.” — Dan Strauss

[00:29:00] – What Syman Erosion Control Does

“We design from the ground up.” — Dan Strauss

[00:32:00] – AI in Stormwater

[00:38:00] – Using AI to Train Teams

“How do we extrapolate that information out of someone’s head unless he’s sitting here with me training me?” — Dan Strauss

[00:46:00] – Technology, Drones & Inspection

“They were using the AI software to identify BMPs. It is making us money.” — Dan Strauss

[00:50:00] – What’s Next for Syman

“Our next big thing is opening up our fourth location, that’s going to trigger our executive team to change a little bit.” — Dan Strauss

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, Ty interviews Dan Strauss, Business Development Manager at Syman Erosion Control. They explore the intersection of business development, company culture, and technology in the stormwater industry. Dan shares how Syman grew from two people to an employee-owned company with over 85 staff, highlighting the importance of hiring intentionally, maintaining a strong culture through autonomy and leadership, and using tools like AI to streamline training and operations. The conversation also touches on how the industry could benefit from more focus on business growth and marketing at conferences, and how AI is already reshaping how stormwater professionals access and apply information.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Dan Strauss:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://symancompany.com/

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[00:02:00] Introduction

[00:04:00] Origins and Safety of PAM

“What we really focus on is making sure we’re using high-quality products that have been toxicity tested” – Dr. Kyla Wood

[00:06:00] Why Use Flocculants?

“Even when we do everything right, we can have a pretty high turbidity.” – Dr. Kyla Wood

[00:10:00] What Is Polyacrylamide (PAM)?

[00:14:00] How PAM Works: The Science of Flocculation

“It kind of looks like a grain of sand, when it gets wet, it'll unwind.” – Dr. Kyla Wood

[00:17:00] Ensuring Safe Use: Product Selection and Certification

[00:19:00] Fundamentals for Effective Use

“One polymer does not work on all soil and water.” – Dr. Kyla Wood

[00:27:00] Polymer-Enhanced BMPs

[00:43:00] Enhanced Vegetation & Hydro Seeding

[00:45:00] Lesser-Known Uses: Demucking & Dust Control

 “PAM offers a really great non-salt option.” – Dr. Kyla Wood

[00:51:00] Final Thoughts

 “Use us as a resource if you have any questions, that’s what we’re here for.” – Dr. Kyla Wood

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, Ty hosts Dr. Kyla Wood, Chief Science Officer at Applied Polymer Systems, for a technical deep dive into flocculants, specifically anionic polyacrylamide (PAM), and their role in stormwater management and erosion control. Dr. Wood explains how PAM works at the molecular level to bind fine particles like clay and metal, improving water clarity and enhancing traditional BMPs. She shares practical guidance on formulation, dosage, mixing, and flock capture, as well as real-world examples of polymer-enhanced BMPs, erosion control techniques, and innovative uses like demucking and dust suppression. The episode emphasizes environmental safety, regulatory compliance, and the importance of proper product selection and application.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Dr. Kyla Wood, PhD:

 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyla-iwinski-wood-phd-958890228/

Website: https://www.apsfloc.com/

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00:00 – 03:40 | Opening and Introduction

05:21 – 07:49 | Gauging AI Use in the Room

07:49 – 10:15 | Why Prompts Matter

10:15 – 12:40 | Real-World Applications in Stormwater

12:40 – 14:38 | The New Capabilities of AI Tools

14:38 – 17:50 | Prompting Principles

17:50 – 21:35 | Fine-Tuning the AI’s Voice

22:33 – 29:19 | Live Q&A and Data Privacy

29:19 – End | AI-Generated Co-Presenter and Closing

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty Garmon shares his engaging and practical presentation at the Ohio Stormwater Conference where he explains how stormwater professionals can use AI, especially ChatGPT, to save time, improve communication, and streamline workflows. Emphasizing the importance of effective prompting, Ty shares real-world applications such as writing inspection reports, simplifying regulatory language, and creating outreach content. He encourages attendees to treat AI like a new employee by offering clear, detailed instructions to get better results. Ty also introduces tools for personalizing output using personality types like ISTJ. The session concludes with a thoughtful discussion on data privacy, ethical use, and a demo of an AI-generated co-presenter, leaving attendees with actionable insights and renewed confidence in the potential of AI.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

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00:06 Ty introduces the first live-recorded episode and Reggie Korthals from OHM.

“You're such a rock star around here... this is the first time we've ever done an episode live.” – Ty Garmon

00:55 Reggie shares the early days of Indiana’s MS4 meeting and its “friendly competition” with Ohio’s.

“With guidance from EPA Region 5, I got this going.” – Reggie Korthals

02:19 Record Attendance & History of Growth 

“This is 400 registered, the highest I've had in 17 years.” – Reggie Korthals

03:35 Ty reads a comprehensive bio of Reggie’s 25+ year career in stormwater.

06:30 Reggie recalls a formative moment with President John F. Kennedy.

“He came over and took my hand… and said, ‘Public service.’” – Reggie Korthals

08:41 She shares her role in founding the MS4 Partnership and stepping back after 17 years.

“This is my last one. I'm going to retire at 17 years.” – Reggie Korthals

11:04 Insight into Indiana’s expanding stormwater programs.

“400 is 94–96% of the permitted entities.” – Reggie Korthals

13:00 Advice for newer participants and elected officials.

15:02 Agriculture & Stormwater Intersections 

“It was very educational, understanding each other's point of view.” – Ty Garmon

15:54 Potential for broader regional partnerships and legacy reflection.

“I'd love to see Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky do something together.” – Reggie Korthals

16:53 Final Thoughts: Communicating with Electeds. Reggie emphasizes education and messaging.

“Explain what you're doing for all your constituents.” – Reggie Korthals

18:45 How to make stormwater a public priority.

“We talk to each other a lot. How do we make stormwater cool enough to get the public interested?” – Ty Garmon

19:44 Closing Reflections 

“Water doesn’t care where the MS4 ends or begins. The better we can work together as a team, the better water we can get.” – Reggie Korthals

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty Garmon sits down with Reggie Korthals, a seasoned environmental professional and founder of the Indiana MS4 Partnership, to reflect on her 25+ year career in stormwater management. Reggie shares how the MS4 Annual Meeting grew from county fairgrounds to a nationally recognized event, celebrates the record-setting 400 attendees this year, and announces her upcoming retirement after 17 years of leadership. From her early inspiration by President Kennedy to her commitment to mentoring the next generation, Reggie emphasizes the importance of collaboration, clear communication with elected officials, and ongoing public education to improve water quality. Her closing message is a reminder that "water doesn’t care where the MS4 ends or begins”—underscoring the need for unified action across communities.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Reggie Korthals:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reggie-korthals-mpa-ms4ceci-788a49160/

Indiana MS4 Partnership LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/indiana-ms4-partnership/posts/?feedView=all

Website: https://www.indianams4.org/

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“Together they launched Kai Pono Solutions, combining their love for the ocean with serious business and engineering know-how.” – Ty Garmon

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“I knew I had to do something I was passionate about. I wanted to do something around ocean conservation.” – Navy McKee

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“Every single time, the streets were flooding. I always just thought, this is silly.” – Dan McKee

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“I broke out some old drawings I had, and we went for a walk opening manhole lids.” – Dan McKee

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“Nobody is really doing what we're doing. We filter water at the curb gutter line, not inside the storm drain.” – Navy McKee

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“The turbocharge happened in 2020. We’ve been doing testing, R&D, and manufacturing over the past five years.” – Navy McKee

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“We really want to make it different. We want to make stormwater cool.” – Navy McKee

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“They’re kind of like Legos for engineers. You can add as many of these basins as you want.” – Navy McKee

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“We want to help people understand flow rates, contaminants, and maintenance cycles.” – Navy McKee

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“If you don’t maintain our device, it’s not going to flood your city.” – Navy McKee

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“We just want to be your friends and meet more people in the space.” – Navy McKee

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty Garmon is joined by Navy and Dan McKee, co-founders of Kai Pono Solutions, who share the story behind their innovative curbside stormwater filtration system designed to prevent clogging and flooding while delivering clean discharge water. What began as a long-shelved design by Dan evolved into a modern solution through Navy’s passion for ocean conservation and a startup-minded approach to stormwater. Together, they discuss the product’s unique features, including its modular design, ease of maintenance, and flexibility with filtration media, as well as their journey navigating regulatory hurdles, startup funding, and industry adoption. Their mission is clear: to build a cleaner, more accessible future for water quality, one storm drain at a time.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Navy McKee:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/navy-mckee/

Kai Pono LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kai-pono-solutions/

Kai Pono Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaiponosolutions/?hl=en

Kai Pono Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Kai-Pono-Solutions/100063887362828/?_rdr

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.kaiponosolutions.com/

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00:01 – Opening + Guest Intros

“What we're going to talk about today is something near and dear to my heart—Indiana stormwater and MS4 programs.” – Ty

03:07 – Public & Private Sector Collaboration

“It’s one of my favorite things about the organization—problem-solving with people across the industry.” – Joe

04:46 – Real-World Interaction Across Sectors

“It helps to know there are passionate people on both sides working toward the same end.” – Amanda

06:29 – Conference History and Growth

“I remember not having any revenue at all... and now we walk in with professional A/V teams and packed agendas.” – Joe

10:22 – Who Should Attend?

“Whether you’re brand new or 30 years in, the sessions are designed to provide value.” – Amanda

13:32 – MCM-Focused Education

“We don’t just focus on construction—this is about every MCM in the MS4 permit.” – Joe

15:34 – 2025 Agenda Preview

“We're trying to reduce pollutants and invest in our communities through stormwater practices.” – Amanda

20:00 – National Integration

“We don’t need to rewrite the script—we need to see what’s working elsewhere and bring it here.” – Joe

23:04 – Evolving Board & Mission

“We’re hearing directly from MS4s and feeding that back into the conference design.” – Amanda

25:26 – Support Beyond the Main Conference

“This board is now capable of extending its reach well beyond one annual event.” – Joe

31:18 – IDEM Construction Workshop Day (May 12)

“If you want the latest from IDEM on inspections, that first day is where you need to be.” – Amanda

33:47 – Vendor and Networking Focus

“There’s a lot of education in those vendor booths—this event values those conversations.” – Joe

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty Garmon is joined by Amanda Vandenoever and Joe Moore to preview the 2025 Indiana MS4 Annual Meeting, taking place May 12–13 in Plainfield. They discuss the growth of the event from its grassroots beginnings in 2007 to a leading educational platform for stormwater professionals across Indiana. The conversation highlights the collaboration between regulators, consultants, and vendors, the comprehensive agenda covering all six MCMs, and the value of national perspectives being brought to a local stage. With sessions on green infrastructure, construction inspections, social media outreach, and more, the event promises to be both practical and inspiring for MS4 professionals.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Check out the Conference:

Indiana MS4 Annual Meeting: https://www.indianams4.org/2025-annual-meeting-ms4

Indiana MS4 Partnership LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/indiana-ms4-partnership/posts/?feedView=all

Connect with Joe Moore:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemoore6/

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://erosionconstructionsolutions.com/

Connect with Amanda Vandenoever:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://portercountystormwater.org/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/portercountystormwatermanagement

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In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty Garmon talks with Mark Myrowich from ECBVerdyol introduces “Ditch 2.0”—a new way to think about ditch design that goes far beyond moving water. Mark shares how erosion control can become a tool for building healthier soils, reducing downstream flooding, and storing carbon. He explains the science behind biotic soil amendments, the value of biomimicry, and how small shifts in design can lead to big environmental gains. The conversation blends practical insights with innovative thinking, encouraging engineers and contractors to rethink the purpose and potential of the humble ditch.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Mark Myrowich:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://ecb.ca/

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/BioticEarth

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[00:04:00] – NRCS Project: Riverbank Armoring Without Riprap

“This entire couple thousand feet of riverbank required exactly zero aggregate.” – Kevin Good

[00:14:00] – Extreme Rainfall: Highway Armoring with Flexamat

“We didn’t even get the mat all the way in before the water came again.” – Kevin Good

[00:25:00] – Bridge Scour Protection: 2-Ton Rock Bags

“You can’t use geotextile in the middle of a stream—but you can use these.” – Kevin Good

[00:34:00] – Aging Infrastructure: Concrete Canvas in Culverts

“If you catch it early, you can fix a culvert for a tenth of the price.” – Kevin Good

[00:41:00] – Irrigation Canal Lining with Concrete Canvas

“We rolled out new material and gave this canal another 100 years.” – Kevin Good

[00:47:00] – Stormwater Inlet Protection: A Source Control Case Study

“One month the fire department had to respond—the storm sewer was on fire from dried sediment and hydraulic fluid.” – Kevin Good

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty Garmon talks with Kevin Good from Coleman Moore Company. Kevin shares real-world stormwater project insights, showcasing practical solutions for erosion control, culvert rehabilitation, and flood resilience. From riverbank stabilization using ArmorMax and Tesco units to highway protection with Flexamat and bridge scour repair with two-ton rock bags, Kevin walks through field-tested applications that save time and money. He also discusses innovative uses of Concrete Canvas in aging infrastructure and irrigation canals, as well as stormwater inlet protection efforts tied to public education. Packed with visuals, data, and field experience, this episode is a hands-on look at stormwater products in action.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Kevin Good:

Email: [email protected]

Concrete Canvas USA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coleman-moore-company/posts/?feedView=all

Website: https://www.colemanmoorecompany.com/

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[00:00:00] – Introduction

[00:02:00] – Meet Brian Deurloo & Frog Creek Partners

[00:06:00] – The Cigarette Butt Problem

[00:12:00] – Stormwater Pollution & Data Collection

[00:18:00] – Raising Public Awareness on Stormwater

[00:23:00] – Custom Storm Grate Covers & Public Engagement

[00:27:00] – Mosquito Vector Control & Trash Capture Regulations

[00:32:00] – UN Conference in Saudi Arabia on AI & Water Security

[00:39:00] – AI & Digital Twins in Stormwater Management

[00:44:00] – The Future of Frog Creek Partners & Call to Action

In this episode of the Stormwater World Podcast, host Ty interviews Brian Deurloo, President and Founder of Frog Creek Partners, to discuss stormwater pollution, the development of the Gutter Bin filtration system, and the role of AI in water security. Brian shares his journey from the oil and gas industry to environmental entrepreneurship, detailing how a trip to Boston sparked his passion for stormwater filtration. They dive into the alarming impact of cigarette butts on waterways, the importance of data-driven stormwater management, and how AI can help analyze decades of water quality data for better decision-making. Brian also recounts his recent experience speaking at the UN’s COP16 conference in Saudi Arabia and his vision for large-scale watershed protection through innovative partnerships.

The views expressed are that of the individual and do not represent the opinions of any companies past, present or future.

Connect with Brian Deurloo:

Email: [email protected]

Concrete Canvas USA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/frog-creek-partners/

Website: https://frogcreek.partners/

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