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HomeMy WebLinkAboutEastern Box Turtle Investigation (NPV) 6/2017 NELSON, POPE 6 VOORHIS, LLC NPENT ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING CONSULTING vvww.nelsonpopevoorhis.com Eastern Box Turtle Investigation HERITAGE AT CUTCHOGUE NP&V Job No 00026 Prepared for: Town of Southold J U N Planning Board .. _ . .....__ Town Hall Annex Building Planning (I Town 54375 Route 25 Pllanning Board P.O. Box 1179 � � Southold, Q UVJ Prepared by: Nelson, Pope&Voorhis,LLC JUN 2 p 2017 Environmental Planning Consulting 572 Walt Whitman Road Southold Town Melville,New York 11747 Planning Board Contact: Charles J. Voorhis, CEP, Al Date: June 16, 2017 1.0 Summary A series of site visits were conducted by Nelson, Pope & Voorhis, LLC (NP&V) staff from May 15, 2017 through May 24, 2017 to locate Eastern box turtles within the area of proposed clearing and relocate any turtles that were found to an undisturbed area of the property. The site reconnaissance was completed by Hannah Emouna, Environmental Scientist of NP&V, a restoration ecologist with education, training and experience in wildlife assessments including habitat for Eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina), and Elizabeth Cartwright, Environmental Engineer of NP&V, with training and experience in wildlife assessments including habitat for various Terrapene sp., under supervision of Charles J. Voorhis, CEP. AICP, Managing Partner of NP&V. Please see Attachment A for qualifications of the firm and individuals involved in this habitat assessment. Upon inspection, 12 individual Eastern box turtles were relocated outside of the area of disturbance,two additional turtles were found injured and transported to Turtle Rescue of the Hamptons, Inc. for assessment and treatment. 3.0 Eastern Box Turtle The Eastern box turtle(Terrapene carolina)is native to the region and listed as a species of special concern by New York State Department of Environmental Conservation(NYSDEC). The Eastern box turtle can be found in a variety of habitat types including deciduous or mixed forests, grasslands and shrublands, but generally prefer habitats with moist soils. The species has been known to burrow or"hide"within leaf litter and loose soils. The species prefers to forage and hunt during cooler early morning hours and will often soak in puddles or seeps to avoid higher mid-day temperatures. CORPORATE OFFICE HUDSON VALLEY OFFICE 572 WALT WHITMAN ROAD, MELVILLE, NY 1 1747-21 ee 156 Route 59, Suite C6, SUFFERN, NY 10901 PHONE:(631)427-5665 • FAX:(631)427-5620 PHONE:(645)3EB-1 472 • FAx:(B45)366-1 572 Heritage at Cutchogue Eastern Box Turtle Investigation 2.0 Project Site investigation The site boundaries were easily identified using aerial photographs,field survey information,fence lines, silt fencing and adjoining development and/or farmed properties. The project site was divided into two-acre plots determined in the field based on Phase I site clearing schedule. Site investigations were completed May 15, May 17, May 19, May and May 24. All investigations began within an hour to an hour and a half after sunrise to ensure surveys were conducted during prime hunting and foraging times. A total of 4 survey hours per acre of clearing was devoted to the detection and relocation of Eastern box turtle. Each two-acre plot was randomly traversed for complete coverage of the property. Particular care was taken to turn leaf litter and survey under heavy ground cover to increase the overall efficacy of the Eastern box turtle survey as the species is known to hide and/or burrow in these areas. Upon inspection, 12 individual Eastern box turtles were relocated outside of the area of disturbance, two additional turtles were found injured and transported to Turtle Rescue of the Hamptons, Inc. for assessment and treatment. Table A shows number of turtles detected per survey day. Table A Eastern Box Turtle Detection Date Eastern box turtles detected May 15 2 May 17 2 May 19 2 M4y 22 5 May 24 1 Total 12 Any turtle found within the clearing area was immediately relocated outside of the silt fence boundary at the maximum distance from the clearing area boundary. Care was taken to relocate each individual to habitat similar to where they were originally found, within the project site boundaries. No two individuals shared the same relocation point in order to reduce immediate competition for resources in the relocation area. 5.0 Conclusion Site inspections were carried on May 15, May 17, May 19, May 22 and May 24 to detect and relocate Eastern box turtles within the Phase I clearing boundary. Upon inspection, twelve (12) individuals were relocated outside of the project boundary. A total of four survey hours per acre of clearing were devoted to the detection of Eastern box turtles within the clearing boundary. This Eastern Box Turtle Investigation report documents the activities to assure conformance with the Town of Southold Planning Board condition of approval addressing the methods for turtle identification and relocation under the site plan approval for proposed development project. �' Page 2 of 3 Heritage at Cutchogue Eastern Box Turtle Investigation Attachment A Qualifications Page 3 of 3 NPEW NELSON, POPE & VOORHIS, LLC QUALIFICATIONS STATEMENT WILDLIFE ASSESSMENTS RikJ a .. rr Nelson, Pope & Voorhis, LLC 572 Walt Whitman Road Melville, New York 11747 Phone: (631) 427-5665 Fax: (631) 427-5620 Email: npv@nelsonpopevoorhis.com www.nelsonpopevoorhis.com Id' s ," rf'pr`ii + Jll! Introduction..............................................................1 Qualityof Staff.......................................................... 4 Relevant Project Experience..................................... 6 Resumes..................................................................13 SO¢Pl�inning 1017 M*w Paq2 i O v O Nelson, Pope &Voorhis, LLC(NP&V) is an environmental planning firm, founded in 1997, and brings a wealth of experience and expertise to complex planning, zoning and environmental analyses, and resource assessment and management. We have office locations in Melville and Suffern, NY. NP&V consists of three divisions, created to better serve clients with high quality, innovative and responsive consulting services. The three divisions are: The Environmental Resource and Wetland Division prepares wetland delineations and evaluations, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), conducts stormwater modeling and green infrastructure planning and implementation, ecological analyses, and other scientific studies, and landscape restoration. This division assists clients with permitting and SEQRA processes. The Environmental and Community Planning Division prepares comprehensive plans, comprehensive or strategic zoning amendments, long-term focused planning studies, corridor redevelopment studies, and brownfield plans. The group is effective in the use of geographic information systems (GIS) mapping to evaluate issues and present baseline data. Effective community outreach strategies are developed and tailored for each project and the community in which the project is taking place. The group represents a number of planning boards in the Hudson Valley and Long Island regions. The Phase 1/II ESA and Remediation Division prepares Phase 1/11 Environmental Site Assessments and conducts soil and groundwater sampling services, lead based paint, asbestos, radon, and mold inspection services,and environmental sampling.The division evaluates the implications of past contamination on future land uses. With significant experience in long range planning, NP&V believes in planning before action and applies recognized planning methodologies to prepare creative action oriented strategies for our clients. NP&V's staff have the diverse capabilities to perform the following tasks: Ecological & Wetlands: Wetlands Wetland Permits, Wetland Delineation, Feasibility Studies, Permit Plans, Restoration/Mitigation Plans, Ecological Studies Wildlife Surveys Endangered Species Surveys, Pond Management Plans, Invasive Species Control, Natural Resource Surveys, Aquatic Species Habitat Management, Coastal & Waterfront Management Waterfront Management Plans, Waterfront Certifications, Coastal Erosion Hazard Area & FEMA Compliance,Shoreline Restoration& Improvement Plans, Ecological Landscape Design LEED Projects, Landscape Plans, Low Impact Development, Lnvironmental Education & Signage Educational Outreach, Interpretive Signage ... 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Environmental Audits: Phase I ESA & Due Diligence Investigations Phase II ESA, Groundwater Investigations, Soil Sampling, Soil Gas Surveys, Monitoring Wells & Peizometers, Tank Sampling, � f Pesticide Sampling & Plans, Soil Management Plans, Remediation Brownfields/Voluntary Cleanup Plans, RCRA Closures,Superfund Sites,Sampling Services Asbestos Surveys, Influent/Effluent Sampling, Lead Based Paint Surveys, Mold Sampling, Soil Borings & Classifications, Subsurface Investigations & Related Services, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Pipe Camera, Magnetometer, Groundwater Mounding Studies, Flow Studies ... Planning Services: Municipal Planning Municipal Review Services, Planning & Zoning Analysis, Build Out Analysis, GIS Analysis, Code Preparation & Review, Downtown Revitalization, Regional Planning & Land Use Plans, Recreation Planning, LWRP & Harbor Management Plans, Implementation & Action Plans, Demographic Analysis, Grant Writing &Administration, Public Outreach & Community Surveys, Community Visioning, Economic Planning Comprehensive Economic Development Plans, Business Retention & Expansion Strategies, Downtown Revitalization, Demographic Studies, Institutional Planning District Mapping,Spatial Analysis of Call Database, Needs Assessment, Demographic Analysis, SEQRA Administration ... Economic & Market Analysis: Fiscal Impact Analysis, Economic Impact Analysis, IMPLAN and RIMS II Economic Impact Modeling, School District/Community Service Impact Analysis, Market Studies, Feasibility Studies, Niche Market Analysis, Demographic Studies, Sales Tax Impact Analysis, Tax Base Analysis, Leakage Analysis, Municipal Economic Planning Comprehensive Economic Development Plans, Business Retention & Expansion Strategies, Downtown Revitalization, Demographic Studies, Funding, Financing& Tax incentive Assistance IDA Financing Assistance, Cost—Benefit Analysis ... Stormwater Management:Construction Permit Compliance/SWPPP Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), Erosion & Sediment Control Plans, Construction Phasing & Related Services, NYSDEC "Qualified Inspectors" for Construction Field Monitoring, Municipal Stormwater Planning _& Compliance Stormwater Management Programs, NYSDEC Annual Reports, SWPPP Review, Construction Stormwater Field Monitoring,Outfall&Infrastructure Inventory,GIS Mapping&Analysis, Stormwater BMPs Stormwater Management Planning, Low Impact Design, LEED Site Planning... O . �, At NP&V our primary focus is to provide quality consulting services that meet the needs and goals of our clients while respecting the parameters of environmental realities. We pride ourselves on being extremely response to each client's requests. Our employees are recognized as experts and include Certified Planners, an Economist, Grants Specialist,GIS Professional, Ecologists, Hydrologists, and Certified Environmental Professionals.We use an intuitive approach, utilizing the skills and experience of the staff most appropriate for the specific project. To this end, every client works with a partner-level professional from project start to finish. Bios for NP&V key wildlife personnel are highlighted below and detailed resumes can be provided upon request. Charles J. Voorhis, CEP, AICP Mana,Qinq Partner Long Island Office NP&V is managed by founder Charles J. Voorhis, CEP, AICP, who has 35 years of diverse planning and environmental problem solving experience. Mr. Voorhis has managed municipal projects including regional and local planning studies,wetlands and shoreline restoration, environmental impact statements, permit compliance and environmental analysis. He served in the position of Director of Environmental Protection of the Town of Brookhaven, and supervised the environmental implementation of the Town of Brookhaven Comprehensive Plan Update. As a private consultant for the past 28 years, Mr. Voorhis has managed environmental planning and analysis of large scale planning and development projects throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Recent projects include stormwater management studies on the north and south shores for the Town of Brookhaven and Town of Islip, completion of the Water Supply Management & Watershed Protection Strategy for the Town of Southold, completion of the Suffolk County North Shore Embayment's Watershed Management Plan, and completion of the Lake Agawam Comprehensive Management Plan, as well as numerous environmental impact statements,wetland and shoreline feasibility analyses and management plans. Mr.Voorhis is the environmental consultant to the Southampton ZBA and Sag Harbor Committee, delineates all wetlands on sites, and oversees wetland and coastal applications for these villages. Hannah Emouna Environmental Scientist Hannah Emouna holds a Master's Degree in Biology with a concentration in Applied Ecology, an Advanced Graduate Certificate in Geospatial Science and a Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Science. Her extensive training in geospatial science includes the use of remote sensing programs and GIS mapping across multiple platforms. Ms. Emouna is trained to perform environmental monitoring and assessment of both wildlife and plant populations. She regularly performs environmental monitoring that includes habitat composition, analysis, and delineation, ecological modeling and field assessments and for a variety of terrestrial and marine habitats. She holds a NYSDEC Endangered/Threatened Species: Scientific license which authorizes the collection and release of select endangered and threatened species within multiple counties across New York State. Ms. Emouna serves as a point of contact for NP&V and oversees wetland permit applications with the NYSDEC, Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), NYS Department of State (DOS), and Towns and Villages for several projects across Long Island. Beth Cartwright Environmental Engineer/GIS Specialist Beth Cartwright is an environmental engineer specializing in spatial analysis,groundwater and pollutant modeling and mapping using a Geographic Information System (GIS), as well as fieldwork involving various avian surveys and identification. She also performs annual field work that includes habitat identification and mark/recapture as well as GIS analysis and mapping in support of protecting Diamondback Terrapins for the Friends of Flax Pond. This work includes training and experience related to Assistant NY General Wildlife rehabilitator for reptiles and amphibians. } � -'4 r• � T� �j � w . A '' r Wildlife Studies NP&V has two ecologists on staff, and has conducted numerous ecological site investigations to assess habitat conditions, rare plant investigations, Iff breeding bird surveys, mapped barriers to fish passage, performed YA shoreline and Stormwater inventories, as well as developed signage and ,, j brochures to educate the public about their surrounding natural resources. All 41 brings resources and experience to coastal management and marine resource planning. Our expertise ranges from the preparation of large scale watershed and harbor management plans to site specific design of shoreline restoration projects. Our coastal services also include biological monitoring; erosion control/shore protection; regulatory analysis and _ agency coordination; and harbor and marina planning and design. Ecological Studies Environmental Education &Signage Ecological Studies &Wildlife Surveys Educational Outreach Endangered Species Surveys Interpretive Signage Pond Management Plans Invasive Species Control Sioretention Services Natural Resources Inventories Raingarden Design Aquatic Species Habitat Management Bioinfiltration Basin Ecological Landscape Design LEED Projects Landscape Plans Low Impact Design ,�� i Page to Calverton Avian Surveys and Ecological NP&V, utilizing staff ecologists, performed avian surveys along the eastern runway at the former Naval Weapons Industrial Reserve Plant (NWIRP) �^ C w ohyruor+ located in Calverton, NY. Avian surveys were performed during breeding W yr Va season utilizing methodology recommended by the NYSDEC in order to A , provide a comprehensive inventory of avian species utilizing the grasslands along the runway as potential breeding grounds. Additionally, winter observations were collected in order to provide a comprehensive inventory •;� -�" of species utilizing the site. Several rare, threatened and endangered ,.;" 4r- t� species were encountered within the former NWIRP site including grasshopper sparrows, vesper sparrows, whip-poor-wills, short eared owls, r northern harriers, and Eastern meadowlarks. r „ NP&V also surveyed a ±300 acre portion of the NWIRP to characterize the existing habitats exhibited at the property. Multi-season site inspections were performed to collect data for vegetation and wildlife species and their associated densities in order to provide a habitat characterization for the study area, as defined by Edinger (2002). Habitats identified on-site included pitch pine-oak forest, pitch pine-heath barrens, successional pine barrens grassland, conifer plantation and freshwater wetlands. HempsteadFriends of Plains, Town of Hempstead NP&V performed invasive species identification and mapping and prepared an invasive species management plan for the Hempstead Plain Preserve, located to the southeast of Nassau Community College. The plan included inventorying existing conditions, identification and quantification of the existing native and invasive plant species on the site, the extent of the site where invasive species have infiltrated and the development of a management plan to eliminate and/or restrict the expansion of invasive species. -Hempstead Plains Natural Resource Inventory,Town of Hempstead NP&V performed a natural resources inventory for the remnant Hempstead 1 Plains, located to the southeast of Nassau Community College. The project included inventorying existing conditions, identification of the existing native and invasive plant species on the site, and consultation with NY Natural Heritage program. Presence/absence surveys were conducted for multiple species(avian, insects and plants) noted in NYNHP correspondence. Cold Spring Pond Park,Town of Southampton Ecological Inventory NP&V was retained by the Town of Southampton Trustees to provide an environmental inventory and assessment for a 53 acre parcel of land located on the north side of Cold Spring Pond. The environmental assessment included an ecological inventory of flora and fauna located on the parcel,identification of natural communities that comprise the site,and identification of the presence or absence of rare,threatened or endangered species identified by the New York Natural Heritage Program as being located in proximity to the parcel. The assessment included identification i and mapping of invasive species on the site. Conceptual trail design was provided for consideration of future development of a passive park. Bioretention Design Services NP&V is proud to have recently welcomed Rusty Schmidt , landscapes ecologist to our staff. Mr. Schmidt has 20 years experience in ecological design for yards, campus and parks with an emphasis in solving water issues on the property. Mr. Schmidt is a nationally known rainwater Ld garden specialist who has created specialized landscapes for the small - ry, garden in a home to large scale campus designs to resolve water issues • with multiple projects working together for an entire complex, mall church or university. ' Bioretention or Bioinfiltration Basins are gardens strategically placed to catch rainwater from downspouts, sidewalks, driveways, roads,or parking e. lots. Many beautiful plants thrive in bioretention(raingardens)and can be Y used to enhance your yard, property, or landscape. These strategically placed gardens soak up rain where it falls, mimicking nature. They reduce rainwater runoff, erosion and remove pollutants such as Nitrogen and Phosphorous. Raingardens create attractive landscapes that raise the value of the property, provide outdoor recreation, habitat for pollinators and wildlife, and decrease the maintenance needs of a property. NP&V has the experience to design these gardens and locating them to have the largest potential impact. As society's understanding and enforceable and mandated sustainability requirements for infrastructure projects continue, the potential environmental and social impacts of both large and small infrastructure projects has grown. NP&V has worked diligently to integrate the latest technologies and concepts into our projects like bioretention. These concepts, such as sustainable design, low-impact development, smart growth, and green infrastructure are not pursued simply as eco-friendly add-ons to an existing project. They are considered at the beginning of the design process and are seamlessly and almost invisibly integrated into the final product. NYSDOS South • Inventory NP&V has inventoried and assessed potential barriers to fish passage as part a study funded by the NYS Department of State and South Shore Estuary Reserve (SSER) through the Environmental Protection Fund. In an effort to restore the historic habitats of diadromous fish (such as alewife,American eel and sea-run trout) in the tributaries of Great South Bay,the project goal was to inventory stream crossings and barriers -* such as dams to develop a prioritization strategy for the , removal or modification of structures which inhibit fish passage ` to their spawning grounds. Stream assessments (e.g. crossing a. . . & dam location size in-stream and riparian habitat assessments)and related information(e.g.watershed land use, barrier owner information) were incorporated into a GIS database to aid this prioritization assessment. The fish barrier database can now be easily expanded to include inventories of additional streams within the region, as well as to track the progress of habitat restoration initiatives, including dam removals and installation of fish ladders. Streams evaluated include: Carll's River, Brown's River, Swan River, Mud Creek, Beaver Dam Creek and the Carman's River. Additionally, NP&V prepared a Watershed Management Plan for Beaver Dam Creek. Picnic Beach Expanded EAF, Endangered/Threatened Species Assessment NP&V prepared an Expanded Environmental Assessment Form regards to a Local Law amending Chapter 80 & 86 with respect to vehicles and parking of vehicles on a local beach in the Village of Southampton. NP&V contacted the New York State Natural Heritage Program to determine the presence of any rare, threatened or endangered species at or near the project site. Five endangered and/or threatened species were identified by NYNHP, and therefore NP&V conducted site surveys to determine if these species were present at the site prior to construction. ,Tiger Salamander Monitoring,Jericho, NY NP&V performed Tiger Salamander habitat identification and monitoring for a proposed development of an assisted living ,. residence and associated parking which is adjacent to a .. previously documented potential tiger salamander habitat. A habitat survey was conducted prior to monitoring to determine potential suitability of the project site. _ r .lam _ Page 13 o� o� All Charles I Voorhis, AICP, CEP NELSON, POPE &e V009 is. LLC ENVIRONMENTAL • PLANNING • CONSULTING Title Professional Experience Managing Partner of Firm, Nelson, Charles Voorhis is a professional planner (AICP) and a certified Pope & Voorhis, LLC; Melville, New environmental professional (CEP) with both private sector and public York sector experience. Mr. Voorhis has managed municipal projects including regional and local planning studies, wetlands and shoreline restoration, Education &Training environmental impact statements, permit compliance and environmental analysis. Charles Voorhis has over 35 years of professional environmental ■ SUNY at Stony Brook;Master of planning experience, including the position of Director of Environmental Science Environmental Engineering, Protection of the Town of Brookhaven, supervising the environmental concentration in Water Resource implementation of the Town of Brookhaven Comprehensive Plan Update Management,1984 and secured grants under the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program. As ■ Princeton Associates;Groundwater a private consultant for over 23 years, Mr. Voorhis has managed Pollution and Hydrology Short environmental planning and analysis of large scale planning and Course, Princeton, New Jersey,1983 development projects throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Recent ■ New York State Health Department, projects include a study to eradicate aquatic invasive nuisance species in Environmental Health Training upper and lower Canaan Lakes,Yaphank, stormwater management studies Course, Hauppauge, New York,1982 on the north and south shores for the Town of Brookhaven and Town of ■ Southampton College of Long Island Islip, completion of the Water Supply Management & Watershed University; Bachelor of Science in Protection Strategy for the Town of Southold, completion of the Suffolk Environmental Geology,1977 County North Shore Embayments Watershed Management Plan, and completion of the Lake Agawam Comprehensive Management Plan,as well Professional Affiliations, as numerous environmental impact statements, wetland and shoreline Certifications&Training feasibility analyses and management plans. ■ American Planning Association, Washington,D.C. Project Experience ■ National Association of Environmental ■ Great Cove Watershed Management Plan,2011 Professionals,Alexandria,VA Town of Southold Comprehensive Plan Update, Economic Chapter,2010 ■ Environmental Assessment Association, Beaver Dam Creek Watershed Management Plan,2009 Scottsdale,Arizona Lake Agawam Comprehensive Management Plan,2009 ■ American Water Resources Association, ■ Southold TDR Planning Report and GEIS,20o8 Syracuse,New York The Residences at North Hills, DEIS and FEIS,2005-o6 ■ New York Water Pollution Control Town of Southold Comprehensive Implementation Strategy,2003 Association,Riverdale,NY Southampton Agricultural Opportunities Subdivision,DEIS, FEIS and ■ Water Pollution Control Federation, Findings,2001 Washington,D.C. Old Orchard Woods, DEIS and FEIS,2000 ■ Long Island Seaport&EcoCenter,Inc., ■ Town of Smithtown Armory Park,DEIS,2000 Director,Port Jefferson,NY Town of Southold Water Supply Management&Water Protection ■ Boy Scouts of America,Trained Strategy,2000 Scoutmaster,Nathanial Woodhull District, ■ Knightsbridge Gardens, DEIS and FEIS,1997 ■ Historical Society of Port Jefferson, • Camelot Village @a Huntington, DEIS,1997 Trustee,Port Jefferson,NY ■ Airport International Plaza, DEIS and FEIS,1996 ■ Environmental Conservation Board, • Price Club @a New Rochelle, DEIS and FEIS,1995 Village of Port Jefferson,NY ■ Commack Campus Park @ Commack DEIS and FEIS 1994 ■ Port Jefferson Village,Waterfront Water Mill Shops Advisory Committee,Port Jefferson,NY @Water Mill DEIS,1993 In Town of Brookhaven Land Use Plan,1987 ■ Town of Brookhaven Mount Sinai Harbor Advisory Committee,Medford, NY • Brookhaven Conservation Advisory Council,Medford,NY 4 ` Hannah Emouna NELSON, POPE 6 VooRH3s, LLC ENVIRONMENTAL • PLANNING • CONSULTING Title Professional Experience Environmental Scientist Hannah Emouna holds a Master's Degree in Biology with a concentration in Division of Environmental Wetlands& Applied Ecology, an Advanced Graduate Certificate in Geospatial Science and Resource Assessment a Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Science. Her extensive training in geospatial science includes the use of remote sensing programs and GIS mapping across Education &Training multiple platforms. Ms. Emouna is trained to perform environmental monitoring and assessment of both wildlife and plant populations. She ■ Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Science, regularly performs environmental monitoring that includes habitat cum laude, State UniversityNew composition, analysis, and delineation, ecological modeling and field York College of Environmental Science assessments and for a variety of terrestrial and marine habitats. She holds a and Forestry NYSDEC Endangered/Threatened Species: Scientific license which authorizes ■ Advanced Graduate Certificate in the collection and release of select endangered and threatened species Geiversi a-Science,Stony Brook within multiple counties across New York State. Ms. Emouna serves as a University-State of New York point of contact for NP&V and oversees wetland permit applications with the ■ Master of Arts in Biology- NYSDEC, Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE), NYS Department of State (DOS), Concentration in Applied Ecology, and Towns and Villages for several projects across Long Island. Stony Brook University-State of New York Relevant Experience • Pknis.J3e-ach--F. panded EAF, End anizered]Threate❑a lr�p-r-ie S,5.5 nieM ■ Hempstead Plains Endangered/Threatened Species Assessment Professional Affiliations& ■ Habitat Suitability Study for the Northern Bobwhite Quail(Colinus Certifications virgianus)in Suffolk County, NY-Collaborated with members of the ■ NYSDEC Endangered/Threatened Suffolk County Soil and Water Conservation District to utilized GIS, Species: Scientific License remote sensing,and citizen science combined'with the known life history ■ Long Island Native Plant Initiative characteristics of the species to locate potentially suitable habitat for (LIN PI):Active Board Member Northern Bobwhite quail in Suffolk County. Presented recommendations ■ New York State GIS Association for alternate monitoring of released individuals and located historical (NYSGIS) breeding locations with the potential to support the species. ■ Long Island GIS Association(LIGIS) In Threatened Species Monitor—MB Environmental Consulting Inc., Fire ■ Ecological Society of America(ESA) Island, New York-Determined appropriate Peregrine Falcon nest box ■ Long Island Native Plant Initiative locations based. Monitored breeding activity of adult falcons.-Completed (LINPI), Board Member tri-weekly assessments of chick health and survival. Recorded the daily ■ Ecological Society of America, Member activities of breeding adults and offspring including movement,hunting activity,and prey species identification.Assessed the impact of construction activities on nest success and overall bird health.Composed and distributed reports,as well as weekly summaries to multiple departments including the NYS DOT and NYS DEC. ■ Field Researcher—White Sea Biological Station, Russia-Completed avian species surveys and point counts.Collected,classified,and analyzed marine invertebrates.Classified and analyzed lichen growth rates to determine time of last disturbance. ■ Wildlife Rehabilitation Intern—Sweetbriar Nature Center Smithtown, NY Provided rehabilitative care to various native avian and mammalian species.Assisted in wildlife intake assessments and the creation implementation of care plans.Guided educational group tours. • ELeld Researcher- Cr-anbcrr-y Lake 6iolo icaati _n' Lake,-New York-Assisted in mist netting,measuring,and collection of blood samples for genetic analysis of the white-throated sparrow as part of an ongoing project run by Indiana State University.Analyzed minnow populations to determined relative abundance and distributions using seine nets. Participated in a small mammal population surveys. Elizabeth Cartwright NELSON, POPE V009HIS, LLC ENVIRONMENTAL • PLANNING • CONSULTING Title Professional Experience Environmental Engineer/GIS Beth Cartwright is an environmental engineer with the firm specializing in Specialist spatial analysis, environmental modeling and mapping using GIS, as well as databases analysis and management. Ms. Cartwright utilizes Spatial Education &Training Analyst to delineate watershed boundaries using USGS Digital Elevation • Master of Science,Civil Engineering, Models which are then refined utilizing local information from fieldwork with honors; University of Texas, and site specific information. Ms. Cartwright will provide spatial analysis Austin,TX 1988;Water Resources and and mapping expertise and provide integration with GIS data sources to Environmental Engineering; produce quality graphics,mapping,and data synthesis. ■ Bachelor of Science,Civil Engineering, with honors;University of Texas at Relevant Experience Austin,�g84 NPV Field Work A ■ ustiSGS ground water modeling Field identifying various avian species by sight and call. courses,during employment X988- New York Audubon Society Volunteer X995 Bird watching for hobby and citizen science(Cornell Christmas Bird Count every year since 199o). ■ Friends of Flax Pond Volunteer Professional Affiliations, Field work including habitat identification and mark/recapture as well as Certifications &Training GIS analysis and mapping in support of protecting Diamondback ■ Long Island GIS Users Terrapins on Long Island, New York.This work includes training and ■ American Geophysical Union, experience related to Assistant NY General Wildlife rehabilitator for Hydrology division reptiles and amphibians. ■ Save The Sound Volunteer Field work in support of various environmental protection projects for CT Fund for the Environment. Technical Expertise and Skills ■ Programming languages: FORTRAN,C, BASIC,Visual Basic, Python ■ Operating Systems:Windows, Linux,and others. ■ Partial differential equations,finite-difference,finite-element,analytic elements,etc.and experience with many ground-water flow and solute transport models(MODFLOW,SHARP,SUTRA, MOC). ■ Other software includes:GIS(ESRI, Intergraph),statistical packages, and others. ■ Comfortable learning and teaching new software,especially for mathematical applications.