Staff
Eric Crum
Eric is the interim Director of Community Environmental Services (CES). Since joining CES in January of 2008, Eric has worked on multiple field projects including the Metro Residential Recycling Campaign, the Port of Portland Technical Assistance Project, and the Strategic Waste Assessment Team. In June of 2009, Eric became the project coordinator for two city of Portland contracts, the Single Family Weight Study and the Event Recycling Program. Prior to serving as Director, Eric was as the Portland Community College (PCC) District Recycling Coordinator. Eric received his Masters in Public Administration from PSU, with a primary research focus on environmental and natural resources policy and the interface between geographic information systems and forest management policy analysis. In his free time he enjoys camping, fly-fishing, skiing, and playing his guitar. Contact Eric Crum
As a Project Manager, Renée evaluates and researches food systems, multifamily and multicultural sustainability programs for local, regional and federal governments. Current projects include adoption and management of Fork it Over (a food donation and waste diversion program), assessments of the food donation infrastructure and district-level food access (Eat Up), exploratory research as the external evaluator of a new bilingual sustainability exhibit at The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI), as well as the development and evaluation of Metro Multifamily Outreach programs (MMO). Renée has a Master’s degree in Urban Studies, and is a doctoral candidate in the field. Her research areas include multiculturalism in the environmental movement, community food systems, the artisan economy and global social movements. In her free time she makes up nursery rhymes with her two young kids. Contact Renée Bogin Curtis
Aymie Reynolds
Aymie coordinates the Solid Waste Assessment Team, conducting waste sorts for many private firms and government agencies. The team recently stepped into conducting waste audits for LEED EB certification. Aymie was hired in 2008 and began working on waste sorts; from there she has worked on many projects and has filled many roles ranging from field work assistant to project coordinator. Aymie also provides ongoing administrative support. Past projects include the City of Portland's Best Management Practices project, Metro Business Outreach project, and the Portland Recycle at Work Distribution Centers project. She has a Bachelor's in Environmental Science from PSU. Aymie is an avid beader and enjoys making jewelry or working on a craft project in her spare time. Contact Aymie Reynolds
Bethany Davidson
Bethany is the project coordinator for the Can Weight Study. She received her Bachelor of Science in Geography from PSU, with a Minor in Black Studies. Bethany is currently seeking a Masters in Public Administration while completing a GIS Graduate Certificate from PSU. For the past two years Bethany has worked as an intern with the Portland Farmer’s Market, aiding the development of their EverGreen Campaign, a waste diversion program. In the fall of 2010, Bethany participated in a PSU Capstone class which worked with the Rose Quarter; helping to expand public composting and develop the facility’s zero waste goals. Bethany loves helping friends get their composting and recycling started, watching lightning storms, cooking, reading, planting edible foods, and playing any board game.
Nate Forst
Nate is project lead for the Port of Portland Technical Assistance Project (PTAP). He is in his second year of PSU's Master of Business Administration (MBA) program, with a focus on sustainability and social enterprise. Prior to moving to Portland, Nate worked on large-scale land management issues in Colorado and green residential development in the Midwest. Nate has a Bachelor of Arts from Washington University in St. Louis. If Nate had free time, he would enjoy hiking, playing guitar, and traveling.
Mark Kenseth
As a graduate research assistant at CES, Mark is working on the Energy and Climate Change Curriculum (EC3) Research Project, investigating the needs, gaps, and opportunities for multidisciplinary curriculum at PSU. In 2011, Mark began the Urban Studies PhD program at PSU, after obtaining a MA in Geography and Environmental Studies at Northeastern Illinois University. Influenced also by his BA in Architecture, Mark is pursuing interests in sustainable living in urban areas by focusing on policy and environmental justice. His current research is on uneven development of green roofs (ecoroofs) in cities, namely why and how cities choose to implement them. Mark enjoys living and working abroad, soccer, improv comedy, and hiking (urban and rural).
Emmalee McDonald
As coordinator for the Tip Your Lid project Emmalee McDonald enjoys conducting extensive recycling outreach in Washington County for both single family and multifamily residences. She also takes part in Portland Multifamily recycling Outreach, Metro Business outreach and is happy to join in waste sorts whenever possible. Emmalee has a Bachelor of Arts from PSU in Community Development, with a Minor in International Studies. Emmalee is fascinated by waste patterns and resource distribution, and how these issues affect international conflict. When she isn’t busy sorting through trash Emmalee enjoys going on long biking and camping adventures with her boyfriend, cooking delicious locally sourced meals, knitting warm hats, reading and international travel.
Wayne McFetridge
Wayne is the grants administrator for all CES projects. His larger responsibilities involve funds management and grants administration for all externally funded projects within the Center for Urban Studies, where he started working in 1988.
Heather Naut
Heather is the Coordinator for the Portland Multifamily Recylcling Project (PMF) and works as a Multifamily Recycling Specialist on the Washington County Tip Your Lid Outreach Project (TYL). She also works on the various waste audits conducted by CES. Heather earned her BA in Anthropology with a minor in Spanish from the University of Nevada, Reno. She is enrolled in the Master’s of Urban Studies program at PSU, specializing in economic development. Her focus is on the social justice aspect of sustainability and workforce development issues. In her free time she enjoys hiking and camping with her husband, Ian and pit bull Llama.
Casey Szot
Casey serves as the project coordinator for the City of Portland Event Recycling Program, and is the primary field staff on the Can Weight Study. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from the University of Central Florida, and is currently pursuing a Masters of Urban Studies from PSU, with a focus on Arts and Culture, Community and Economic Development. Before moving to Portland in 2009, Casey founded and organized a community craft fair called the Grandma Party Bazaar in Orlando, Florida. During the summer of 2011 she worked with the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art as the Volunteer Coordinator for their annual Time Based Art (TBA) festival. In her free moments she’s admiring her house plants, cooking with neighbors, swimming, quilting, or watching Twin Peaks.
Dain Alferes
Dain joined the CES team in January 2012 as part of the Can Weight Study and Solid Waste Assessment Team (SWAT). From 2008 to mid 2009, he managed a popular international youth hostel in Panama City. Dain is from Eugene, Oregon where he attended South Eugene high school and Lane Community College. He is currently pursuing his undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies, with a minor in Sustainable Urban Development. In his free time, Dain enjoys travelling, sports, music and being outdoors.
Erin Anderson
Erin is the Outreach Coordinator for the Port of Portland Technical Assistance Project. She has also worked as part of the multifamily team and was the coordinator for the Metro Data Collection Project which focused on evaluating recycling systems and performance at multifamily communities throughout the Portland Metro region. Erin has also been involved in providing outreach and assistance to multifamily residents and communities in Washington County, Clackamas County and the City of Portland. Erin has an undergraduate degree in Community Development from PSU, and is working towards a Masters of Urban Studies focusing on sustainable policies. Erin is a proud supporter of the Portland Timbers and can be found in the midst of the Timbers Army (jumping, clapping and singing for victory!) during her free time.
Brittany Brannon
Starting in January 2012, Britt is serving as the project lead for the Solid Waste Assessment Team (SWAT). Britt is currently working on her Masters of Urban Studies, with a focus on sustainability and creating resilient cities, and is scheduled to be graduate in June of 2013. After recently receiving a Bachelors in Political Science from the University of Northern Iowa, Britt moved to Portland to escape the cold and experience “West-coast life”. Britt enjoys exploring Portland, and can often be found reading in a coffee shop or running in Forest Park.
Moonrose Doherty
Since starting with CES in 2008, Moonrose has contributed to a number of projects. She has coordinated the Metro Household Pesticides Retail Survey, Recycle at Work Business Recycling Requirements programs in Cornelius and Fairview and acted as the Solid Waste Assessment Team (SWAT) Lead on business and government waste evaluations. Moonrose received her Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies with a minor in Sustainability from PSU in 2010. In her spare time Moonrose teaches youth about ecology and connections with nature as a Metro Volunteer Naturalist, and volunteers with Friends of Trees, The Sauvie Island Center The Montavilla Food Co-op, and the North Tabor Neighborhood Association.
Mitchell Frister
Mitchell is the graphic designer and webmaster for CES. For three years he worked on 
the Port of Portland Technical Assistance Project (PTAP), conducting research at PDX, developing outreach materials, and coordinating bi-annual waste collection events. This year, Mitchell coordinated the Tillamook County Creamery Association Sustainable Operations Audit (a partnership with Ecos Consulting) and helped to develop district-wide recycling signage for Portland Community College. Outside of CES, Mitchell works as a freelance graphic designer, developing promotional and educational materials for organizations focused on sustainability and waste minimization. Mitchell received his Bachelor of Arts in Community Development from PSU. In his leisure time, Mitchell enjoys gardening, playing music and spending time with his wife and daughter.
Tony Hair
Tony is the data coordinator for the Port of Portland Technical Assistance Project. In December 2010, Tony received his Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from PSU, and is completing a GIS Graduate Certificate, and second Bachelors degree in Geography. For over eight years, Tony worked for Waste Management in a variety of roles ranging from Customer Service Representative to Account Manager. His experiences at Waste Management provide him a unique insight into the world of solid waste management and recycling, and inform his passion for sustainable living. Tony enjoys reading sci-fi, watching too much television, and trying new restaurants.
Jose Herrera
Jose is currently in his senior year at PSU, and this spring he will receive his undergraduate degree in EnvironmentalScience and Management. He joined CES in January 2012, serving on multiple projects including the Can Weight Study and Portland Multifamily Recycling Program. Growing up in Oregon, Jose was raised with an appreciation of the outdoors. He intends to pursue a Masters in Wildlife Biology and Conservation in order to enter a career as a Law Enforcement Officer for the Department of Fish and Wildlife. Jose enjoys sharing a good laugh, playing soccer, and his cup of coffee in the morning.
Kent Wu
Kent joined the CES staff in January 2012, as part of the Fork It Over program, a program aiming to reduce hunger and waste by connecting and informing potential food donors of donation opportunities.He is working toward his graduate certificate in Real Estate Development, and plans to be completed in June 2013. Kent hopes to work in the architecture and building industry. A Portland area native, Kent received a Bachelors of Architecture from the University of Oregon, in Eugene. Kent enjoys exploring art and architecture, and spending time with his friends and family.
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