As the Nature and Open Space Coordinator, for the City of Cedar Hill Parks and Recreation Department, Katie leads and manages the development and implementation of the city's nature and open space programs, including the city's Bird City certification. She serves as a liaison and strategic relationship builder between partners and local organizations, focusing on connecting the Cedar Hill community to their local environment. She assists in the natural resource and conservation management of the city's green spaces and parks.
Prior to working with the City of Cedar Hill, Katie worked for Dallas County Parks and Open Space and Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center.
A Yankee turned Southerner, though Katie misses the mountains of upstate NY, she has found adventure in the vast landscape of Texas and beyond. Whether she is kayaking, birding, scuba diving or hiking, she is always up for an adventure (especially if Buc-cee's is involved). 
Service to community is a value that Katie cherishes and is actively involved in her church community, Indian Trail Master Naturalists and Meat Fight, a local organization that supports those affected by multiple sclerosis.