Wednesday is your chance to hear directly from state and local agency staff about recent successes and challenges in transitioning to newer technologies and adopting policy changes.
New Hampshire – 10:30am ET
Scott Kinmond, recently retired Department of Public Works Director from the Town of Alton and Green SnowPro course instructor.
Michigan – 12:30pm ET
Bryan Pickworth, Farmington Hills. After 32 years with the City, Bryan recently retired from his position as Road Maintenance Supervisor.
Wisconsin – 12:30pm CT
Matt Wittum, Town of Linn Highway Superintendent. Matt is passionate about calibration and liquids and supporting agencies of all sizes to improve operations.
Minnesota – 12:30pm CT
Darin Ellingson, City of Minnetonka. Public Works Street & Park Operations Manager.
New Jersey – 1:30pm ET
Rich Balgowan has over 35 years of experience working with state DOTs and municipalities. Rich will share his experiences with smart salting practices in Hamilton Township in Mercer County, where they utilize anti-icing, GPS-tracking, and pavement temperature sensors on all salt applicator trucks to reduce total salt use.
Ohio – 1:30 ET
Tim McLelland, Groundwater Consortium. Rich Stuck, Greater Cincinnati Water Works. Road salt application and storage in sensitive drinking water areas can negatively impact water quality. This presentation outlines efforts to identify and reduce sodium and chloride levels in groundwater.
Maryland/Virginia/DC – 2:30pm ET
Rebecca Murphy, Northern Virginia Regional Commission
Renee Bourassa, Interstate Commission of the Potomac River Basin
Allison Lee, Center for Watershed Protection
Jason Swope, Chesapeake Conservation
Winter Salt Week - January 26-30, 2026 