Lucy Harrington is a specialist in resiliency and environmental regulations and a proud resident of the Arkansas Basin. In her position, she oversees the restoration practice for the Colorado-based GEI offices including wetland and stream restoration, mitigation under the Clean Water Act, wildlife compensation under the Endangered Species Act, and wildlife habitat surveys and enhancements. She also works on ecological permitting, federal, state and local regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and watershed planning while considering water rights, property rights, and financial implications of regional decision making.

Introducing FCWD’s In-Lieu Fee Mitigation Program: Panelists will provide an overview of FCWD’s new In-Lieu Fee (ILF) program, designed to offer a stream-lined environmental permitting process. You will be introduced to the purpose of the program, learn how it works at a high level, and hear perspectives from the District, consulting, and regulatory partners on why the ILF approach matters for flood resiliency, watershed health, and development project delivery while also respecting private property and water rights.