Amy Eason, PE

Amy Eason, PE
Martin County
Environmental Resource Engineer
(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)?

18 years.

Have you served FSA in the past?
Board of Directors (5 yrs), Educational Foundation (5 yrs), Legislative Committee (7 yrs), Education Committee (1 yr), Membership Committee (9 yrs)

What abilities and attributes can you bring to the Board?
As a connector and an innovator, I have been able to reach out and solve stormwater issues throughout the state. I am loyal and dependable and am ready to serve. I have a long record for volunteer work and feel strongly about helping the stormwater community to better our water resources. I am not afraid to question processes and to help develop programs. These abilities and attributes will bring value to my position on the Board.

What background and experience do you have in the stormwater industry?
With 27 years of experience as a civil and environmental engineer, I have concentrated all of my career in water resources and resiliency. What makes my experience unique is that I have done stormwater work throughout the state of Florida as a consultant for 25 years and as a local government employee for two years. Although the majority of my career was in consulting, I served as a District Engineer for several water control districts and community development districts. I understand legislation issues and how it applies to local governments. With my skills and experience, I have been able to work with all levels of government and have advocated for water quality legislation. I also know how legislation and codes apply to developments and can give different perspectives on issues and solutions. I understand how stormwater issues vary throughout the state and can apply my knowledge and expertise to all entities throughout the state, especially South Florida and Southwest Florida where the majority of my experience is.

Why do you want this Board position?
I have a strong passion for this organization and believe in expanding our reach to our legislators, our educators, water quality scientists, and innovators.