Michele Chalice

Experience

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  WI Dept. of Natural Resources

  Aug 1998 - Aug 2004

  Senior Landscape Architect/Natural Resource Planner

  70% - Master Management Plan Team Leader for the Nevin Springs Fish & Wildlife Area, Mirror Lake State Park & Dell Creek State Wildlife Area, and Aztalan State Parks Responsible for: Project coordination through compliance with state laws and administrative codes, All GIS analysis, map and exhibit preparation, The facilitation of team-generated, resource evaluations of potential rare species and natural community impacts, Coordination and implementation of extensive public participation with a broad range of public interests on often contentious, land use issues, Ongoing communication with local government officials and state legislators, Coordinated policy development and technical work in the creation of a variety of viable and required plan alternatives, Authoring of much or all of each six-chapter document which include an executive summary, a management/ development plan, an assessment of the environmental impacts, management alternatives, a summary of background information and a summary of the public involvement proceedings,  Presentation of plans to various audiences for review and subsequent approval by the WI Natural Resources Board, and Completion of final documents which designate development and management guidelines for the next 25 years on each property. 30% - Facilities Site Development Projects: Created site analysis and conceptual site plans considering potential resource impacts, full access, recreation, environmental education and conservation criteria; working with local volunteer groups for a variety of projects such as the Yellowstone Lake State Park Day Use Area, Blue Mound State Park Primitive Mountainbike Trail/Wash Station, Governor Dodge State Park Horse Campground, Blue Mound State Park Bicycle Campground, Devil’s Lake State Park Primitive Group Campground Sites Show less

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  WI Department of Natural Resources

  Sept 2004 - Feb 2005

  Storm Water Specialist

  Watershed regulatory review and analysis of engineering submissions associated with proposed development projects such as erosion control construction plans, stormwater management plans and/or project specifications, ½ time position:o Evaluated applications for potential resource impacts to rare species, natural communities, significant water resources, archaeological and historical/cultural resources project through the use of ArcView 3.2 and the Natural Heritage Inventory Database.o Evaluated applications for adequate, erosion control provisions preventing degradation of surface water and habitat quality., ½ time position. Show less

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  UW Madison Facilities, Planning & Management.

  Feb 2006 - Mar 2007

  Senior Landscape Architect

  Senior project manager for site design, long range land management planning and natural resource projects for the new Lakeshore Nature Preserve, Arboretum properties and campus facilities. Responsibilities included daily project supervision of graduate and undergraduate interns.

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  Antioch University New England

  Feb 2008 - Jan 2012

  Project Director -Nat’l Resource Manager

  I manage the 640-acre Horatio Colony Nature Preserve. In addition, I provide personnel and project administrative support to Antioch New England Institute, implementing various projects throughout the Monadnock region. The Horatio Colony Nature Preserve project encompasses natural resource management aspects of the property in as well as the hiring and supervision of graduate students to conduct and create ongoing public programs.

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  City of Keene, Community Planning Department

  Jan 2012 - Aug 2018

  Municipal Planner

  SUMMARY Assisted the development of short- & long-range planning studies. Reviewed local development for presentations to the Planning Board. Conducted on-site project inspections. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Processed, reviewed, & evaluated applications submitted to the Planning Board.• Prepared staff reports regarding applications to Planning Board.• Reviewed development plans. Conducted on-site inspections prior to project commencing & following project completion, to ensure compliance w/ Planning Board regulations.• Assisted applicants by providing interpretation & explanation of applicable requirements, regulations, & procedures.• Participated in development, maintenance, & evaluation of long-range plans for the orderly growth & development of the City. Participate in development of specific goals & objectives.• Presented information effectively & responded to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, & the public.• Attended monthly Planning Board, Joint Planning Board/Planning, Licenses & Development Committee, Conservation Committee & City Council meetings as requested.• Provide technical & objective expertise to various City organizations, as requested. Possess ability to read & underst& ordinances, codes, state statutes, & federal laws.• Possess knowledge of civil engineering & related sciences as they relate to planning.• Maintain thorough knowledge of state laws & ordinances related to City & regional planning, zoning, housing codes, building regulations, & urban redevelopment.ADDITIONAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Prepare grant applications.• Perform grant administration duties, as assigned.• Prepare requests for proposals.• Coordinate projects w/ consultants.• Assist w/ TModel2 applications. Show less

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  CTE Horticulture Teacher, Cheshire Career Center-Keene High School

  Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

  Horticulture Teacher

  Taught 3, 90-minute classes per semester utilizing Power Teacher and the Google platform in a Career Technical Education position creating horticulture and environmental sciences/conservation with hands-on, real-world learning experiences. Classes included Introduction to Horticulture, Advanced Horticulture, Landscape Grounds, Greenhouse Management and Sustainable Horticulture. The classes accomplished a variety of regenerative conservation projects such as pollinator gardens, harvesting rainwater with rain barrels, surveying public areas, natural resource restoration volunteer efforts and Integrated Pest Management learning opportunities, etc. Show less

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  Healthy Home Habitats

  Aug 2019 - now

  Owner/Operator

  I offer workshops, environmental coaching and stewardship as well as design and co-gardening services for healthier, more efficient lives at home. These efforts address three aspects of their lives at home: their landscape, their loved ones and their wallet.