She also received certifications from Florida Atlantic University in GIS and Environmental Science, and is a Florida Master Naturalist. She then received her Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) from Florida Atlantic University. Kate received an Associate’s degree in Environmental Technology and an Associate’s degree in Arts from Florida Keys Community College. He later moved to Florida and stayed with his aunt and uncle while searching for a job.Todd enjoys promoting the environment and restoration through his job by trying to keep protected areas as natural as possible.ĮXPAND BIO CLOSE BIO.
He is passionate about the preserve and littoral work the company does.Todd was born and raised in the northeast corner of Auburn, Indiana. His main course of study was of lakes and limnology.Todd’s job involves overseeing the daily operations of the company’s service managers, technicians, field personnel, and sales staff. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Marine Science with a minor in Biology from Cutstown University. He originally started with us 25 years ago as a Technician, worked his way to Sales Manager after approximately one year, and became District Manager after approximately three to four years. Aquatic Systems staff of scientists and technicians are knowledgeable about the issues that affect waterways, wetlands and preserves in the Fort Lauderdale and south Florida area. We maintain and restore lakes, ponds and wetlands using balanced and ecologically-compatible technologies and principles to achieve exceptional results for your property. Backed by our algae ID and aquatic weed labs, our experienced service team dedicates themselves to every aspect of your water body. 2004, Thomas and Lamb 2005).įT LAUDERDALE AREA LAKE MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Aquatic Systems has been maintaining south Florida lakes, ponds and wetlands area for over 40 years. Controlling wetland form and function, and therefore helps link wetland protection to watershed management for flood control, water supplies, aquatic habitat, and water quality improvement (Winter 1988, ICCMA 1999, USEPA 2000, Brooks et al. The primary factor that distinguishes wetlands from other land forms. A wetland is a distinct ecosystem that is inundated by water, either permanently or seasonally, where oxygen-free processes prevail.