RICK TILL
OCCUPATION: Land Use Law Clerk, Friends of the Columbia Gorge
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Attorney (WA); Restoration Technician, Happy Fish Landscaping
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: J.D., Environmental and Natural Resource Law, Lewis & Clark Law School ; B.A., Philosophy, Washington State University
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Wilderness Ranger/Trails Technician, USDA Forest Service, Mt. Baker/Snoqualmie and Wenatchee National Forests .
Protecting Our Streams, Wetlands, Farms and Forest Lands
Working together we must reduce our impact on our streams and wetlands while also promoting the protection of agricultural lands. In Multnomah County there are many people and organizations working hard to restore stream health and reduce environmental impacts. We need to continue to reduce all forms of soil and water pollution, work to re-vegetate our riparian areas, and improve water quality. We also need to continue to support our local farms and food system.
As Director, I will promote the District's education and outreach programs that conserve soil and water resources throughout our county. I will also put my professional training in environmental and natural resource law to beneficial use by assisting the District in further developing its programs.
I am dedicated to conservation work. I have professional experience with land management issues. I volunteer hundreds of hours each year planting trees and restoring wetlands and stream banks in the Portland metro area. I am a Crew Leader for Friends of Trees Natural Area Restoration Program. I am also a member of a restoration team that meets every week. We remove invasive plants and have helped plant over 20,000 native trees and shrubs to improve water quality and wildlife habitat. I also enjoy first-hand the benefits of healthy ecosystems and clean water through recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and guiding white water rafting trips.
Endorsed by the following SWCD Directors:
Chris Runyard, Chair, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District
Laura Masterson, Director, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District
Dianna L. Pope, Director, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District
(This information furnished by Rick Till)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.