Marla Potess contributes a diverse range of academic and professional experiences to support civil and environmental permitting at Sandlin Services, LLC. The Central Texas region has unique and protected geological features and biological habitats under special protection at the Local, State and Federal level. Marla researches site-specific data and applicable regulations to support development of engineering reports, feasibility studies, permit applications, and other regulatory documentation for engineering projects. Her academic and professional experience in environmental science, water and wastewater treatment, environmental regulation and compliance, water resource conservation, and sustainable development provide a broad foundation from which site-specific conditions are assessed.

Education

●  Texas Tech University Doctor of Philosophy. Land-Use Planning Management and Design – Environmental/Natural Resource Management and Planning Track.

● Abilene Christian University - Master of Science. Microbiology.

●  Abilene Christian University - Bachelor of Science. Biology.

Regulatory Compliance Experience

• Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Permits

• Municipal Permitting

• Site Environmental Assessment

• Land Development Feasibility Studies

• Construction Submittals

• Design Code Compliance

Additional Highlights

● Class C Surface Water Treatment Operator (TCEQ License # WS0008863)

●  HAZWOPER 40-Hour Certification (Certification maintained through annual 8-Hour Refresher courses)

●  Texas Water Utilities Association (TWUA)

o Capitol Area District, Member, 2021-Present

o Central West Texas District, Member, 2015-2020

● Caprock District, Secretary/Treasurer, 2008-2012