
Responsible for overseeing management of
special purpose districts with an emphasis
on
public infrastructure construction and
developer reimbursements. Develops project
and assessment plans for the creation of tax
increment reinvestment zones and public
improvement districts. Consults on economic
development, public infrastructure, and
public policy issues on behalf of local
government clients.
Professional Experience
Harris County Public Infrastructure Department -
Program Manager, 2001-2003
Administered Storm Water Quality management
program with regard to new construction and
subdivision development in unincorporated Harris
County. Managed a seven (7) person team that
provided review of all new development
proposals, including review and approval of
construction plans, required permits, and
inspection and enforcement of urban storm water
runoff regulations and permanent storm water
quality features. Provided guidance on storm
water policy at the local and regional level
through workshops and forums.
Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments
(H-GAC) - Senior Environmental Planner,
1999-2001
Managed various projects relating to regional
wastewater infrastructure needs, pollutant
loadings, and population forecasts with
Community and Environmental Planning Department.
Authored paper on wastewater infrastructure
regionalization in the 13-county Gulf Coast
Planning Region. Assisted the H-GAC
transportation department with land use
and transportation integration issues.
City of Houston Department of Public Works &
Engineering - Supervisor, 1993-1999
Worked extensively with consulting engineers,
developers, and home builders on water and
wastewater infrastructure and capacity needs for
new development proposals. Issued service
commitments, and collected water/wastewater
impact fees. Negotiated contracts with municipal
utility districts and neighboring cities for
service in city of Houston wastewater treatment
plants. Performed utility investigations for
proposals to abandon or relocate city
rights-of-way and utility
easements to facilitate new development.
Memberships:
Galveston Bay Foundation
Coastal Conservation Association, Bay Area
Chapter
Education:
Master of Arts, Public Administration -
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science, Political Science -
University of Houston
Specialization in Land Use/Planning. Problem
Analysis Paper (thesis) addressed Houston
Inner-Loop
redevelopment from the perspective of
water/wastewater infrastructure needs and
critical analysis of the city's approach
to upgrading and replacing utilities required to
facilitate higher density development.
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