Our People

Staff

Mark Doneux

Administrator

Mark became the first employee of CRWD in 2003. As Administrator, Mark implements CRWD policies and programs on behalf of the CRWD Board of Managers. He oversees all CRWD operations, including staff, and also manages the annual budget and work plan. Mark received a B.S. in Reclamation from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 128 mdoneux@capitolregionwd.org
Anna Annim-Wilson

Administrative Assistant

Anna joined CRWD in April 2019 as an Administrative Assistant. She holds a B.A. in Marketing and Graphic Design from Buena Vista University, IA. Anna assists the Administrator and the Office Manager with recording invoices, managing meetings, updating the CRWD website, and overseeing occasional design projects.
(651) 644-8888 Ext. 100 aannim-wilson@capitolregionwd.org
Britta Belden

Water Resource Project Manager

Britta joined CRWD in 2010. She holds a B.S. in Physical Geography and Natural Resource Management from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and an M.S. in Forest Hydrology and Watershed Management from the University of Minnesota. Britta coordinates the Water Quality Monitoring program by directing water quality data collection, analysis, and reporting. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 120 bbelden@capitolregionwd.org
Jessica Bromelkamp

Communications & Engagement Division Manager

Jessica manages CRWD’s website, social media, publications, media relations, and city outreach programs. She has an extensive background leading urban watershed education programs; establishing local, state, and regional partnerships; and working with the media to promote practices for clean water. Jessica joined CRWD in 2016 and holds an M.S. in Environmental Science & Policy from Johns Hopkins University. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 107 jbromelkamp@capitolregionwd.org
Anna Eleria

Planning, Projects & Grants Division Manager

Anna is responsible for the development and implementation of CRWD’s planning studies, capital improvement projects and grant programs. She manages the operation, maintenance and repair of CRWD’s Trout Brook Storm Sewer Interceptor System (TBI). She is also involved in stormwater management planning for the Snelling Midway Redevelopment Site. In addition, she served as project manager for CRWD’s Green Line Green Infrastructure Project and Highland Ravine Stabilization Project. Anna joined CRWD in 2008 and holds a B.S. in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies from the University of Minnesota and an M.S. in Water Resources Engineering from Tufts University. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 113 aeleria@capitolregionwd.org
Bob Fossum

Monitoring & Research Division Manager

Bob joined CRWD in 2004. Bob received a B.S. in Geography and Environmental Studies at Gustavus Adolphus College and received an M.S. in water Resource Management and Geography at the University of Wisconsin. Bob manages the District’s Monitoring, Maintenance, and Research Division. Bob also manages District planning and capital improvement projects. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 127 bfossum@capitolregionwd.org
Rachel Funke

Urban BMP Technician

Rachel joined CRWD in May 2019. She holds a B.S. in Ecosystem Science & Sustainability from Colorado State University. Rachel provides support and technical assistance in the planning, design, construction and operation and maintenance of green infrastructure practices and other types of stormwater BMPs. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 110 rfunke@capitolregionwd.org
Belinda Gardner

Administrative Assistant

Belinda joined CRWD in 2016 and holds an MBA from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. She assists the Administrator and the Office Manager with contracts, board packets, website updates, and keeping the office running smoothly. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 101 bgardner@capitolregionwd.org
Elizabeth Hosch

Permit Program Manager

Elizabeth joined CRWD in 2014. She holds a B.S. in Environmental Studies from Bucknell University, as well as an M.S. in Environmental Science/Applied Ecology and M.P.A. from Indiana University. Elizabeth coordinates permit application review with applicants and partners, inspects stormwater and erosion/sediment control best management practices throughout the district, and manages occasional planning studies for future stormwater BMP construction projects. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 117 ehosch@capitolregionwd.org
Mark Houle

Water Resource Technician

Mark joined CRWD in 2018. He holds a B.S. in Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management from the University of Minnesota. He assists the District’s Stormwater Monitoring Program by conducting water quality monitoring, data analysis, and the installation and maintenance of monitoring equipment. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 122 mhoule@capitolregionwd.org
Forrest Kelley

PE Regulatory Division Manager

Forrest joined CRWD in 2007 and manages CRWD’s Rules and Permitting Programs. He assists permit applicants; coordinates site plan reviews and makes approval recommendations to the Board of Managers. Forrest also manages CRWD capital improvement projects to help protect the water resources of the District. Forrest has a B. S. in Biosystems Engineering from the University of Minnesota and is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Minnesota. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 116 fkelley@capitolregionwd.org
Chris Kucek

Water Resource Technician

Chris joined CRWD in 2019. He holds a B.S. in Applied Plant Science and an M.S. in Water Resources Science from the University of Minnesota. He assists the District’s Stormwater Monitoring Program by conducting water quality monitoring, data analysis, and the installation and maintenance of monitoring equipment.
(651) 644-8888 Ext. 123 ckucek@capitolregionwd.org
Carol Lundgren

Stormwater BMP Specialist

Carol joined CRWD in July of 2020. She holds a B.E.D. in Environmental Design from the University of Minnesota. Carol is responsible for the coordination and implementation of water quality improvement grant programs and the planning, design and construction of green infrastructure practices and other stormwater best management practices (BMPs) in the District. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 111 clundgren@capitolregionwd.org
Luke Martinkosky

BMP Inspector

Luke joined CRWD in June 2019. He holds a B.S. in Environmental Science from Virginia Tech and an M.S. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Washington. He inspects stormwater management and erosion/sediment control best management practices as part of the regulatory program and assists with the CRWD permit program. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 118 lmartinkosky@capitolregionwd.org
Lindsay Schwantes

Community Outreach Coordinator

Lindsay joined CRWD in 2012 as an Education and Outreach Intern. Late 2012, she took the role of Education and Administrative Assistant and was appointed Community Outreach Coordinator in March 2016. She holds a B.S. in Environmental Science, Policy and Management from the University of Minnesota. Lindsay manages the District’s Partner Grant program and Minnesota Water Stewards program and initiates outreach work with community, youth and partner groups. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 105 lschwantes@capitolregionwd.org
Joe Sellner

Water Resource Specialist

Joe joined CRWD in 2012 and holds a B.S. in Environmental Science, Policy, and Management from the University of Minnesota. He assists with the District’s Stormwater Monitoring Program by conducting water quality monitoring, data analysis, reporting, and the installation and maintenance of monitoring equipment. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 126 jsellner@capitolregionwd.org
Michelle Sylvander

Office Manager

Michelle joined CRWD in 2013. She is responsible for the well sealing program. Michelle takes care of the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payables. Michelle records the Board of Managers and the CAC meeting minutes. She keeps the overall office running smoothly. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 129 msylvander@capitolregionwd.org
Mary Van Sant

Communications Associate

Mary joined CRWD in April 2019. She has a Professional Certificate in Graphic Design from Minneapolis Community and Technical College. Mary is responsible for maintaining CRWD’s website and social media accounts and writing blog posts. She assists with communications and engagement projects. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 104 mvansant@capitolregionwd.org
Sarah Wein

Monitoring Coordinator

Sarah joined CRWD in January, 2014. She holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from North Dakota State University and an M.S. in Water Resources Science from the University of Minnesota. Sarah coordinates the Monitoring program by directing data collection, analysis, and reporting. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 124 swein@capitolregionwd.org
Nate Zwonitzer

Water Resource Project Manager

Nate joined CRWD in 2013. He holds a B.S. in Biology/Ecology from Winona State University. Nate is responsible for managing grant programs, plan reviews, project coordination, and watershed restoration planning. (651) 644-8888 Ext. 109 nzwonitzer@capitolregionwd.org

Board of Managers

Capitol Region Watershed District is led by a five-person Board of Managers that guides CRWD implementation of the goals and objectives set forth in our Watershed Management Plan. Board Managers are appointed by the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners and serve a three-year term.

For Board of Managers inquiries please use the Contact CRWD form

From Left: Managers Joe Collins, Rick Sanders, Mary Texer, former manager Seitu Jones, and Administrator Mark Doneux. Not pictured: Managers Shawn Murphy and Hawona Sullivan Janzen

Joseph Collins,
President
Term expires on 9/30/23
Saint Paul, MN

Mary Texer,
Vice President
Term expires on 9/30/22
Saint Paul, MN

Hawona Sullivan Janzen

Term expires on 9/30/23
Saint Paul, MN

Shawn Murphy

Term expires on 9/30/22
Roseville, MN

Rick Sanders,
Treasurer
Term Expires on 9/30/23
Roseville, MN

Meetings

The Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD) Board of Managers has set the regular 2020 meetings of the Board on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 6:00 P.M. at the District office. All Board Meetings are held at the office of the CRWD, 595 Aldine Street, St. Paul, MN 55104.

Please see News & Events for meeting dates. Meeting minutes from the past year are available on the Minutes Archive page.

Citizen Advisory Committee

Established in 1998, CRWD’s Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) assists the Board of Managers with organizational development, planning processes and program implementation. The CAC strengthens the connections between CRWD and District residents. Committee meetings are held the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 P.M. at the District office, 595 Aldine Street, St. Paul, MN 55104. Committee meetings are open to the public.

Please see News & Events for meeting dates. Meeting minutes from the past year are available on the Minutes Archive page.

Part of the CAC

Current CAC members are:

Gwen Willems – Co-Chair

Michael MacDonald – Co-Chair

Michelle Ulrich – Secretary

Mary Lilly

Richard Weil

Tom Elko

Steve Duerre

Kathryn Swanson

Pat Cavanaugh

Nicole Soderholm

Bill Barton

Bob Simonet

David Arbeit

Carol Zierman

Cheryl Braun

Apply To the CAC

We encourage all interested District residents to learn more about the CAC and consider becoming members. View the application form, recruitment flyer or orientation packet below.

CAC Orientation Packet CAC Recruitment Flyer CAC Application

Watershed Artist in Residence

CRWD’S Watershed Artist in Residence is Christine Baeumler. The role of the watershed artist is to consult on projects and programs of the District and offer ways that art can help us communicate our mission to protect, manage and improve our water resources.

Learn more about the Watershed Artist

Our People

Staff

Mark Doneux

Anna Annim-Wilson

Britta Belden

Jessica Bromelkamp

Anna Eleria

Bob Fossum

Rachel Funke

Belinda Gardner

Elizabeth Hosch

Mark Houle

Forrest Kelley

Chris Kucek

Carol Lundgren

Luke Martinkosky

Lindsay Schwantes

Joe Sellner

Michelle Sylvander

Mary Van Sant

Sarah Wein

Nate Zwonitzer

Board of Managers

Meetings

Citizen Advisory Committee

Apply To the CAC

Watershed Artist in Residence