Richard Thompson
City of Ft. Myers
Stormwater Resource Manager
(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 10 years.

Have you served FSA in the past?
Yes, I have served nine years on the Conference Committee and the past year as a member on the Board of Directors

What abilities and attributes can you bring to the Board?
Thirty-eight years of stormwater experience in Government, Private Practice, and Consulting. I am very good at trouble shooting situations and quick to resolve issues. Very good at thinking on my feet. I believe in a team approach to problem solving and building a consensus.

What background and experience do you have in the stormwater industry?
Thirty-eight years of stormwater experience in Government, Private Practice and consulting. I have been on both sides of the fence and bring a balance and understanding of the issues related to project planning and construction. I am very firm believer in designing to provide maintenance access.

Why do you want this Board position?
My goal is to improve the water quality and flood protection for the entire state. Being on the Board of Directors of FSA is one of the best ways I know to accomplish this.