- Urban stormwater research project proposals and funding opportunities
- Urban stormwater education and training opportunities for professionals and practitioners
- Activities of the Minnesota Stormwater Research Council
- Opportunities to participate in the Minnesota Stormwater Seminar Series
- Research and technical assistance provided through the Cold Climate Stormwater Center of Excellence
- Minnesota Water Resources Conference
Biography
John Bilotta is the Senior Research and Extension Coordinator at the University of Minnesota’s Water Resources Center, where he leads the Minnesota Stormwater Research Program. In this role, he administers the Minnesota Stormwater Research Council and its 20-member advisory board, directing a comprehensive portfolio of projects designed to advance the effectiveness and efficiency of urban stormwater management practices and policies.
Additionally, John serves as an Extension Educator with the Minnesota Sea Grant Program and is a co-principal investigator for the Cold Climate Stormwater Center of Excellence. With over 27 years of experience in soil and water resource management across public, private, and academic sectors—including 21 years specializing in Water Resource Management and Policy—John brings deep expertise to his work. He holds a B.A. in Environmental Studies and Natural Resources and an M.S. in Soil Science with a focus on Fertility and Nutrient Management.