Amy Miller
Watershed Program Lead
Amy Miller
Watershed Program Lead
Amy started with ACCD in 2008 after completing a graduate degree in environmental science/biology at Clarion University. When not on the stream for work, she's usually still on the stream or lake fishing and hunting throughout Pennsylvania and West Virginia
Brian Gilliland
Brian Gilliland
Brian has spent his career “on the other side of the aisle,” preparing permit applications to submit to the District. His understanding of the development and engineer communities brings great value to the staff. Brian started with ACCD in 2016 and will be reviewing Individual NPDES permit applications.
Danielle Sheppard
Dirt + Gravel Roads Program Lead
Danielle Sheppard
Dirt + Gravel Roads Program Lead
Danielle began working for ACCD in 2016 with prior experience in watershed conservation and Nutrient Management planning. She also administers the Dirt, Gravel, and Low Volume Roads Program. Outside of the office, she enjoys fishing, playing piano, and spending time on her family's farm.
Emma Grubbs
Emma Grubbs
Emma joined ACCD in 2017 as a marketing and design fellow after studying public relations and graphic design at Slippery Rock University. When not promoting all things ACCD, she likes drinking green tea and collecting magazines.
Jan Lauer
Jan Lauer
Prior to ACCD, Jan was the Director of 3 Rivers Clean Energy and Senior Vice President of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development. Jan also spent 20 years in corporate research as an Operations Manager. Jan is on the board of the Pittsburgh Region Clean Cities and Penn’s Corner Charitable Trust.
Jessie Albright
Jessie Albright
Before joining ACCD in May 2016, Jessie worked in nonprofit media and marketing while her Carnegie Mellon graduate program in Public Policy and Management developed strong project management skills. In her free time, she explores Pittsburgh's vibrant arts scene, fishes and camps.
Jonathan Burgess
Urban Agriculture Program Lead
Jonathan Burgess
Urban Agriculture Program Lead
Jon joined ACCD after studying Public Policy at Duquesne University. His background mixes natural resource mgmt., agricultural extension and policy analysis. Jon also leads our Urban Agriculture Program. He likes concerts, cooking, and time with his wife and their dog.
Kelly McLaughlin
Chapter 102 Program Lead
Kelly McLaughlin
Chapter 102 Program Lead
Kelly has worked at ACCD since 2006 and has worked for PA CleanWays (Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful) and Westmoreland Conservation District. She is on the boards of Turtle Creek Watershed Association and the Regional Trail Corporation.
Lou Turka
Lou Turka
After attaining his BS in Civil Engineering Technology at Point Park and EIT certification, Lou spent 3 years as a land development design engineer. His engineering experience makes him a great resource at your Conservation District. Lou likes to spend time with his family and on his hobbies which are too numerous to mention here.
Matt Gordon
Chapter 105 Program Lead
Matt Gordon
Chapter 105 Program Lead
Matt has been with ACCD since 2014 and helped to establish our Chapter 102 program. He is a Penn State and Clarion University graduate with a background in fisheries and aquatic ecology. Matt is an avid outdoorsman and is slowly adjusting to city life.
Melinda Muehlbronner
First Technician
Melinda Muehlbronner
Lead Technician
Melinda started with ACCD in 2014 and has over 6 years experience in Erosion and Sediment work.
Michele Meanor
Michele Meanor
Michele graduated with a master’s degree in environmental studies and was ACCD’s GIS Fellow until she was hired in 2017. Michele spends her free time working on home improvements, attending concerts, and visiting New Orleans every chance she gets.
Nate Simon
Nate Simon
Nate started at ACCD in 2016 after spending two years with the Washington County Conservation District. Nate has a Bachelors Degree in Environmental Geography/Biology from IUP. Most of his free time is spent deep in the woods or on a stream, hunting and fishing or just wandering and observing.
Rachel Bukowitz
Rachel Bukowitz
Rachel started her fellowship with ACCD in the spring of 2017, just as she was finishing her undergraduate degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Pittsburgh. In her free time she likes exploring Pittsburgh, especially trying new restaurants.
Rebecca Zeyzus
Rebecca Zeyzus
Rebecca is the Municipal Stormwater Program Lead and is also the Executive Director of the Allegheny Watershed Alliance. She has spent time on Lake Champlain completing water quality testing and preventing the spread of invasive species. Rebecca loves swimming, kayaking and reading.
Sara Bach
Sara Bach
Sara attended Chatham University and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration while working professionally in the healthcare field before joining ACCD. She has a strong background in training and direct customer contact. In her free time, Sara enjoys yard sales and thrift shopping, reading and spending time with family.
Sean Lukacs
Sean Lukacs
Prior to working at ACCD, Sean was a Team Chief in a communications section for the PA National Guard, 1-110th Infantry Battalion. During that time, he developed a drive for public service and skills necessary for IT resolution and management. Sean also has a background in archaeology and field data collection.
Toni Bell
Toni Bell
Toni has built extensive experience in account management, specifically when working at the University of Pittsburgh in tuition monitoring prior to working at ACCD. An avid gardener, she uses her fresh picked vegetables and herbs when cooking for family and friends.
Our Board of Directors
| Donald Newman Chairman Buchart Horn |
Eric French Vice Chairman Eisler Landscapes |
John Thatcher Treasurer All Pittsburgh Real Estate |
Ruthann Omer Secretary Gateway Engineers |
| Pat Catena Allegheny County Councilman, District 4 |
Deborah Lange Carnegie Mellon University, Brownfields Center |
John Scott McCandless-Scott Farm |
Gregg Brougos Colliers International |
Our Associate Directors
- Darla Cravotta, Allegheny County
- Maureen Hogan, Penn State Center
- Richard Kauffman, CDM Smith
- James Rumbaugh, The Meritage Group
- Timothy Schumann, Peters Creek Watershed Association
- Jason Singer, JASE Contracting
- Bruce Snyder, Firecherry Consulting
- Benjamin Walker, Homewood Children's Village