Stephanie Thomas
City of Ocoee
Senior Administration of Public Works
(SFWMD)

Does your local government/special district have an established stormwater utility or similar financing mechanism?
Yes.

How long have you been a member of FSA (years)?
I have been a member for more than 10 years.

Have you served FSA in the past?
No, I have not.

What abilities and attributes can you bring to the Board?
I am a natural born leader and have been working in Public Works for the last 15 years. I LOVE my job and everything that comes along with it. I love seeing our Team come together and take a project from theory to completion. It simply amazes me and makes me feel like part of History. I am also a published member of APWA and on their Awards Committee.

What background and experience do you have in the stormwater industry?
In Stormwater itself, I do not have a lot of experience. The Public Works department I work in is comprised of six different divisions, Stormwater, Streets, Facilities, Fleet, Sanitation and Administration. I worked one hard year in the Streets Department ( I say hard because that was some tough work in a hot environment) and then was transferred to Administration. Although, I do process and handle all of Stormwater's paperwork and projects. I am a fast learner and am always looking to further my education about my career.

Why do you want this Board position?
To further my knowledge and understanding of FSA and to help people along the way.