Richard Powell

Institution: New York State Department of Public Service, Albany
Education: BS in Environmental Studies, BLA, SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry; MS in Urban and Environmental Studies, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, N.Y.
ASLA Chapter: New York Upstate
Category: Service

Richard Powell's stewardship of ASLA finances for 30 years prepared him to guide the society through the most challenging financial times in its history. As a practitioner, he was an early innovator in environmental-impact documentation. He combines the passion of a landscape architect with the cool thinking of an accountant, quality-assurance auditor, and archivist to benefit the ASLA. He is a brain trust and leader for the ASLA and continues to plan financial transition strategies for coming economic times.

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