Southwest Michigan AMS/NWA
November 11, 2015
Schuler Books & Music
2660 28th Street
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
The November 11 meeting was called to order by Chapter President Brandon Hoving (National Weather Service Grand Rapids) at 7:10 pm. Approximately 8 people were in attendance at the meeting. President Hoving, Chapter Vice-President Nathan Jeruzal, and Chapter Webmaster Linda Paige were all in attendance. Chapter Treasurer Bill Marino and Chapter Secretary Steve Derry were unable to attend.
There was no treasurer’s update with Chapter Treasurer Marino absent from the meeting.
President Hoving then introduced our guest speaker for the evening, Dr. Alan Steinman, Director and Professor of Water Resources at Grand Valley State University. He gave a presentation about Harmful Algal Blooms, just like the Lake Erie Algal Blooms that have occurred in last couple of years. He also discussed Muskegon Lake, weather and storm water runoff, weather and the lake response, and prevention and treatment.
Many questions about Harmful Algal Blooms from the attendees were fielded by Mr. Steinman.
President Hoving mentioned that our next meeting will likely be held toward the end of December or in January. There is discussion ongoing with a Professor from Western Michigan University to come and speak with the chapter. Date and time TBD.
The meeting was adjourned by President Hoving at approximately 8:20 pm.