Herbert I. Nakasone, P.E. Most Recent Position 2004 - 2007 Accomplishments Education As Director of Public Works/Chief Engineer for the County of Orange, I was responsible for an annual budget of approximately $250 million and directed 6 divisions with a staff of over 500 personnel. The divisions under my direct report included Construction, Flood Control, Geomatics & Land Information Systems, Operations & Maintenance, Project Management and Road. I was responsible for the design, construction and maintenance of road, flood control, drainage and recreation facilities for the County (population of 3 million); the County Surveyor activities; and served as the Chief Engineer for the Orange County Flood Control District. During my tenure the Public Works Department provided maintenance, construction management, and surveying services to many of the 34 cities in Orange County. The County’s Integrated Waste Management Department also received services. I served the County of Orange for 36 years. During that time I held positions as a Design Engineer, Project Manager, Engineering Manager and the Director Public Works/Chief Engineer. Major projects accomplished during my tenure with the County of Orange are listed below. Santa Ana River Mainstem Project: Local sponsor for the $1.7 billion project, a flood control and water resources project in cooperation with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County. Recently completed the Seven Oaks Dam project ($400 million) and the Prado Dam modification project ($500 million) is underway. Transportation Corridors: Initial planning, design and formulation of two major toll highways in Orange County that are now in operation, which are the Foothill-Eastern Transportation Corridor and the San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor. Project Management: Formulation and construction of a major highway construction and road fee program called the Foothill Circulation Phasing Plan with local developers ($100 million). Low Flow Water Quality Diversion: Design and construction management of low flow water quality diversion from flood control channels into a sewer treatment plant utilizing inflatable rubber dams. ($5 million). Water Conservation: Planning and implementation of water conservation in flood control channels and large dams resulting in providing residences and businesses in Orange County receiving thousands of acre feet of storm water for the groundwater aquifer. Groundwater Management: Planning and coordination with the Orange County Water District for future use of tertiary treated sewage from the Orange County Sanitation District for replenishment of the groundwater aquifer in Orange County. Multi Use Facilities: Planning and project management of several multi-use facilities that combine flood control, habitat restoration, water quality and recreational uses as the Natural Treatment System proposed in flood control channels by the Irvine Ranch Water District. Legislation: Securing federal and state funding, along with legislation, for projects such as the Santa Ana River Mainstem Project through collaboration with Orange County’s congressional delegation, state representatives and senior management in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Master of Science in Civil Engineering – California State University, Long Beach Registration Professional Associations Other Accomplishments Hobbies References Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering – University of Hawaii Management courses with the County of Orange and private management consultants. Registered Civil Engineer - State California – Certificate No. 21799 National Association of Flood and Stormwater Management Agencies American Society of Civil Engineers American Public Works Association Association of State Floodplain Manager Floodplain Managers Association of California County Engineers Association of California State of California Policy Advisor Group on TMDL – Appointed 2001-2003 Commander 445th Civil Engineer Squadron – U.S. Air Force Reserves 1972-1988 U.S. Air Force – 1966-1970 Golfing Skiing Refurbishing vehicles References will be provided upon request. HIN:Deb:H:\Herb\Post Retirement Resume.doc