Genesee RiverWatch is pleased to announce that Caroline Kilmer has joined our organization as Assistant Executive Director. Caroline joins us with over 20 years of experience working in the field of water quality.  Caroline grew up in Pittsford and received her B.A. in biology from SUNY Oswego and her M.S. degree in biology from Illinois State University, both with a focus on conservation. She started her career at the Maryland Department of the Environment where she carried out a variety of studies on the effects of pollution on the health of the Chesapeake Bay. In 2004, she moved back to Rochester to take on the position as Executive Director of the Monroe County Soil and Water Conservation District. As the District’s director she oversaw staff, and was responsible for obtaining grants and funding to support programs that protect local water quality such as the implementation of best management practices that stabilize soil, improve water quality, and mange stormwater runoff. During her tenure, she formed partnerships and implemented new initiatives with local stakeholders including landowners, farmers, government agencies, non-profits, academia and the construction industry.

In 2011, Caroline left the Soil and Water District and started CMK Consulting LLC, a NYS certified woman-owned stormwater consulting business. As a consultant, she continued her efforts providing education, technical expertise and grant writing services on a variety of water quality projects, to clients such as the Rochester Museum & Science Center, Monroe County and many local municipalities.

Caroline is a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC), a Certified Professional in Stormwater Quality (CPSWQ), a Certified Professional in Municipal Stormwater Management (CPMSM). She is also a member of the Town of Pittsford Environmental Board. Caroline lives with her husband and 2 sons and together they enjoy spending time outdoors hiking, skiing and sailing on Lake Ontario. Caroline is looking forward to using her experience and knowledge to support the mission and goals of the Genesee River Watch.