Prior to joining the Authority, Tony worked on projects that focused on wastewater, sewer overflows, and wet weather planning issues in large cities. In 2002, he moved to Pittsburgh to participate in the expansion of a private stormwater planning firm, Wade Trim. Through this position, he became affiliated with PWSA through 3 Rivers Wet Weather, the ALCOSAN regional flow monitoring plan, and a wet weather feasibility study.

Tony saw an opportunity to further his career by joining PWSA and apply his knowledge in stormwater planning to support the development of the stormwater program. 

In his new position, Tony’s goals are to implement stormwater projects identified in our five-year capital improvement program, developing the stormwater management master plan, and continuing to address obligations outlined in the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit that we hold with the City of Pittsburgh. He also recognizes the importance of reviewing ALCOSAN stormwater plans along side PWSA’s planning efforts to determine overlapping issues and solutions. One major item that Tony wants to address is the role of climate change and the impact it may have on the future of stormwater planning. 

“PWSA has had extensive studies and plans performed on wet weather planning and general stormwater plans. I want to build on those planning efforts by evaluating what was previously done and what can be used to shape the future of PWSA’s stormwater program.”

By working closely with PWSA since 2002, he also values the productive working relationships and friendships he has developed with members of PWSA. In his new role, Tony hopes that he can mentor and contribute his past experiences to help the stormwater program. 

“Over the past several years, PWSA has undergone positive staffing changes that focus on prioritizing problem-solving and using cost-effective approaches. I am excited to join an organization that puts me in a position to work with staff who value and recognize the importance of stormwater planning.” 

In his spare time, Tony continues to further his education by attending classes in writing from Community College of Allegheny County and taking courses at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary School. He also likes to play soccer and spend time with his family.