Environmental Justice 

Federal Interagency 

Directory 

August 2011 

Working 

together towards 

collaborative 

and innovative 

solutions 
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Department of Agriculture.....................................................................3
 

Department of Commerce......................................................................5
 

Department of Energy...........................................................................8
 

Department of Health and Human Services............................................ 12
 

Department of Homeland Security ........................................................ 18
 

Department of Housing and Urban Development ..................................... 20
 

Department of the Interior .................................................................. 24
 

Department of Justice ........................................................................ 32
 

Department of Transportation .............................................................. 34
 

Environmental Protection Agency......................................................... 40
 

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Environmental Justice 

Federal Interagency 

Directory 

August 2011 

The Federal Interagency Working Group on Environmental Justice (IWG) was established 

in 1994 under Executive Order (EO) 12898. The IWG is comprised of federal agencies and 

several White House offices. Chaired by the Administrator of the U.S. Environmental 

Protection Agency (EPA), the IWG’s focus is to integrate environmental justice into federal 

agency programs, policies and activities. In August 2011 the federal family reaffirmed its 

commitment to work for environmental justice and continue the collaborative work of the 

IWG. The IWG works to share lessons-learned and ensure opportunities for collaboration 

in ensure opportunities for collaboration in addressing environmental justice concerns. 

The Environmental Justice Directory will serve as a resource for the public with a goal 

of increasing communication and collaboration among stakeholders, federal, state, and 

local agencies, and tribal governments to address environmental justice issues. Most 

importantly, this Directory will assist community stakeholders with obtaining better 

access to federal agencies in order to more effectively address environmental justice 

issues within their local communities. 

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USDA is the leading advocate for rural America. The Department supports rural communities and 

enhances quality of life for rural residents by improving their economic opportunities, community 

infrastructure, environmental health, and the sustainability of agricultural production. 

uSDa mission areas with associated 

agencies 

Natural Resources and Environment 

Forest Service (FS) 

http://www.fs.fed.us/ 

natural resources Conservation Service (nrCS) 

http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/ 

Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services 

Foreign agricultural Service (FaS) 

http://www.fas.usda.gov/ 

Farm Service agency (FSa) 

http://www.usda.gov/fsa 

risk management agency (rma) 

http://www.rma.usda.gov/ 

Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services 

Center for nutrition policy and promotion 

(Cnpp) 

http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/ 

Food and nutrition Service (FnS) 

http://www.fns.usda.gov/fns 

Food Safety 

Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) 

http://www.fsis.usda.gov/ 

Marketing and Regulatory Programs 

agricultural marketing Service (amS) 

http://www.ams.usda.gov/ 

animal and plant Health Inspection Service 

(apHIS) 

http://www.aphis.usda.gov/ 

Grain Inspection, packers, and Stockyards 

administration (GIpSa) 

http://www.gipsa.usda.gov/ 

Research, Education and Economics 

research, Education, and Economics (rEE) 

http://www.ree.usda.gov/ 

agricultural research Service (arS) 

http://www.ars.usda.gov/ 

Economic research Service (ErS) 

http://www.ers.usda.gov/ 

national agricultural library (nal) 

http://www.nalusda.gov/ 

national agricultural Statistics Service (naSS) 

http://www.nass.usda.gov/ 

national Institute of Food and agriculture (nIFa) 

http://www.nifa.usda.gov/ 

Rural Development 

Housing and Community Facilities programs 

http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/LP_Subject_ 

HousingAndCommunityAssistance.html 

Business and Cooperative programs 

http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/LP_Subject_ 

BusinessAndCooperativeAssistance.html 

rural utilities programs 

http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/HCF_CF.html 

Key EJ Contact(s): 

Joe Barbiero 

202-720-7173 

joseph.barbiero@osec.usda.gov 
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The Department of Commerce has a broad mandate to advance economic growth and jobs 

and opportunities for the American people. It has cross-cutting responsibilities in the areas of 

trade, technology, entrepreneurship, economic development, environmental stewardship, and 

statistical research and analysis. 

The products and services the department provides touch the lives of Americans and American 

companies in many ways, including weather forecasts, the decennial census, and patent and 

trademark protection for inventors and businesses. 

main program offices 

Bureau of the Census 

The Census collects and analyzes quality data 

about the nation’s people and economy. 

Steven J. Jost 

301-763-2512 

steven.j.jost@census.gov 

Bureau of Economic analysis 

BEA produces economic accounts statistics 

that enable government and business decisionmakers, researchers, and the American public 

to follow and understand the performance of 

the nation’s economy. 

ralph Stewart 

202-606-2649 

ralph.stewart@bea.gov 

Bureau of Industry and Security 

BIS advances U.S. national security, foreign 

policy, and economic objectives by ensuring 

an effective export control and treaty 

compliance system and promoting continued 

U.S. strategic technology leadership. 

Eugene Cottilli 

202-482-2721 

ecottilli@bis.doc.gov 

Economic Development administration 

EDA partners with distressed communities 

throughout the United States to foster job 

creation, collaboration and innovation. 

Cleve mesidor 

202-482-4085 

cmesidor@eda.doc.gov 

Economic and Statistics administration 

ESA responsibilities include economic 

forecasting; consultation with the private 

sector on economic and broad economic 

sectoral developments; and policy analysis and 

development in the areas of economic policy. 

Joanne Caldwell 

202-482-2405 

jcaldwell@doc.gov 

International Trade administration 

ITA strengthens the competitiveness of U.S. 

industry, promotes trade and investment, 

and ensures fair trade through the rigorous 

enforcement of our trade laws and agreements. 

mary Trupo 

202-482-3809 

mary.trupo@trade.gov 
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minority Business Development agency 

MDBA actively promotes the growth and 

competitiveness of large, medium and small 

minority business enterprises (MBEs). 

lahne mattas-Curry 

202-482-4690 

lmattascurry@mbda.gov 

native american affairs 

Don Chapman 

dchapman@mbda.gov 

national Institute of Standards and 

Technology 

NIST promotes U.S. innovation and industrial 

competitiveness by advancing measurement 

science, standards, and technology in ways 

that enhance economic security and improve 

our quality of life. 

Gail porter 

301-975-2762 

gail.porter@nist.gov 

national oceanic and atmospheric 

administration 

NOAA seeks to understand and predict 

changes in Earth’s environment and conserve 

and manage coastal and marine resources 

to meet our nation’s economic, social, and 

environmental needs. 

Justin Kenney 

202-482-6090 

justin.kenney@noaa.gov 

national Technical Information Service 

NTIS serves as the largest central resource 

for government-funded scientific, technical, 

engineering, and business related information. 

Steve needle 

703- 605-6404 

sneedle@ntis.gov 

national Telecommunications and 

Information administration 

NTIA is principally responsible for advising 

the president on telecommunications and 

information policies. 

moira Vahey 

202-482-7002 

press@ntia.doc.gov 

office of public affairs 

Kevin Griffis 

202-482-4883 

kgriffis@doc.gov 

u.S. patent and Trademark office 

USPTO is the federal agency responsible 

for granting U.S. patents and registering 

trademarks. 

Jennifer rankin Byrne 

571-272-8400 

jennifer.rankin_byrne@uspto.gov 
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The Department of Energy’s overarching mission is to advance the national, economic, and 

energy security of the United States; to promote scientific and technological innovation 

in support of that mission; and to ensure the environmental cleanup of the national nuclear 

weapons complex. The Department’s strategic goals to achieve the mission are designed to 

deliver results along five strategic themes: Energy Security: Promoting America’s energy 

security through reliable, clean, and affordable energy; Nuclear Security: Ensuring America’s 

nuclear security; Scientific Discovery and Innovation: Strengthening U.S. scientific discovery, 

economic competitiveness, and improving quality of life through innovations in science and 

technology; and Environmental Responsibility: Protecting the environment by providing a 

responsible resolution to the environmental legacy of nuclear weapons production. 

office of Conflict prevention and 

resolution 

OCPR counsels and assists DOE program and 

field offices on the use and implementation of 

alternative dispute resolution, environmental 

conflict resolution and other collaborative 

processes to resolve conflicts and to prevent or 

avoid potential conflicts. 

Wade m. Boswell 

202-586-1484 

wade.boswell@hq.doe.gov 

office of Energy Efficiency & renewable 

Energy 

EERE invests in clean energy technologies 

that strengthen the economy, protect the 

environment, and reduce dependence on 

foreign oil. 

othalene lawrence 

202-586-8596 

Othalene.Lawrence@ee.doe.gov 

office of Environmental management 

EM is responsible for the cleanup of legacy 

wastes from research and production activities 

as part of the nation’s former nuclear weapons 

complex. In some cases, the locations of 

the sites and activities associated with the 

cleanup and transportation of materials 

impact various communities including Tribal 

Nations, community groups, and local citizens 

(some of which are considered part of the 

environmental justice community). 

albert (Brandt) petrasek 

202-586-4818 

albert.petrasek@em.doe.gov 

office of Fossil Energy 

Ensures that we can continue to rely on clean, 

affordable energy from our traditional fuel 

resources is the primary mission of DOE’s 

Office of Fossil Energy. Fossil fuels supply 

85% of the nation’s energy, and we are 

working on such priority projects as pollutionfree coal plants, more productive oil and gas 

fields, and the continuing readiness of federal 

emergency oil stockpiles. 

Chad Bourgoin 

202-586-2835 

chad.bourgoin@hq.doe.gov 
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office of legacy management 

melinda Downing 

Environmental Justice Program Manager 

1000 Independence Avenue S.W. 

202-586-7703 

Melinda.downing@hq.doe.gov 

http://www.lm.doe.gov 

office of Science 

Sara Brunson 

EEO/Diversity Manager 

630-252-2321 

sara.brunson@ch.doe.gov 

http://www.sc.doe.gov 

Jody TallBear 

Attorney Advisor (Tribal Issues) 

Office of Economic Impact and Diversity 

1000 Independence, Ave SW 

Washington, DC 20585 

202-287-5362 

Jody.tallbear@hq.doe.gov 

pedro pavón 

Attorney Advisor 

Office of Economic Impact and Diversity 

1000 Independence, Ave SW 

Washington, DC 20585 

202-586-4866 

Pedro.pavon@hq.doe.gov 

office of the General Counsel 

office of the Chief Financial officer 

David abercrombie 

Assistant Director, Performance Management 

1000 Independence Avenue, S.W. 

Washington, DC 20585 

202-586-8664 

david.abercrombie@hq.doe.gov 

http://www.cfo.doe.gov 

Office of NEPA Policy and Compliance 

Julie a. Smith 

Environmental Protection Specialist 

202-586-7668 

Julie.smith2@hq.doe.gov 

Kathleen Binder 

Director 

Office of Conflict Prevention and Resolution 

202-586-6972 

office of Economic Impact and Diversity Kathleen.binder@hq.doe.gov 

Our mission is to identify and implement ways 

of ensuring that minorities and underserved 

communities are afforded an opportunity to 

participate fully in the energy programs of the 

Department. 

regina Cano 

Acting Associate Director 

Diversity Programs 

Office of Economic Impact and Diversity 

1000 Independence, Ave SW 

Washington, DC 20585 

202-586-7951 

Regina.cano@hq.doe.gov 
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office of Hearings and appeals 

Valerie Vance adeyeye 

Attorney Examiner 

1000 Independence Avenue S.W. 

202-287-1486 

Valerie.adeyeye@hq.doe.gov 

http://www.oha.doe.gov 

Kimberly Jenkins-Chapman 

Attorney Examiner 

1000 Independence Avenue S.W. 

202-287-1499 

Valerie.adeyeye@hq.doe.gov 

http://www.oha.doe.gov 

operations offices 

Golden Field Office 

ricky newton 

303-275-4718 

ricky.newton@go.doe.gov 

Richland Operations Office 

Dale E. Jackson 

509-376-8086 

Dale.Jackson@rl.doe.gov 

Savannah River Operations Office 

de’lisa Carrico 

803-952-8607 

d.carrico@srs.gov 

national laboratories and Technology 

Centers 

Idaho National Laboratory 

Joel Case 

208-526-6795 

Casejt@id.doe.gov 

Los Alamos National Laboratory 

Dan pava 

Environmental Stewardship Group (NNSA) 

505-667-7360 

dpava@lanl.gov 

Don ami 

505-665-2667 

dami@doeal.gov 

Sandia National Laboratories 

Susan lacy 

505-845-5542 

slacy@doeal.gov 

Tami moore 

505-845-5264 

tmoore@doeal.gov 

Savannah River Operations Office 

de’lisa Carrico 

803-952-8607 

d.carrico@srs.gov 

Divisions of the power marketing 

administration 

Western Area Power Administration 

Stephen Tromly 

720-962-7256 

tromly@wapa.gov 

national nuclear Security administration 

linda m. Cohn 

NEPA Compliance Officer, Nevada Site Office 

P.O. Box 98518 

702-295-0077 

cohnl@nv.doe.gov 

http://www.nv.doe.gov/main.aspx 

malika Hobbs 

202-586-6174 

malika.hobbs@nnsa.doe.gov 
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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the United States government’s principal 

agency for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services, 

especially for those who are least able to help themselves. 

HHS represents almost a quarter of all federal outlays, and it administers more grant dollars 

than all other federal agencies combined. HHS works closely with state and local governments, 

and many HHS-funded services are provided at the local level by state or county agencies, or 

through private sector grantees. In addition to the services they deliver, the HHS programs 

provide for equitable treatment of beneficiaries nationwide, and they enable the collection of 

national health and other data. 

administration for Children and Families 

(aCF) 

The Administration for Children and Families 

(ACF) is responsible for Federal programs 

that promote the economic and social wellbeing of families, children, individuals, and 

communities. 

Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) 

Sara rue 

Program Analyst 

901 D Street SW 

Washington, DC 90447 

202-401-5021 

Sara.rue@acf.hhs.gov 

Administration for Native Americans (ANA) 

Kathy Killian 

Program Specialist 

370 L’Enfant Promenade, SW 

Aerospace Building 

2nd Floor West 

Washington DC 20447 

877-922-9262 

ana@acf.hhs.gov 

http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ana/ 

administration on aging (aoa) 

The mission of AoA is to develop a 

comprehensive, coordinated and cost-effective 

system of home and community-based services 

that helps elderly individuals maintain their 

health and independence in their homes and 

communities. 

Cindy padilla 

Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging 

One Massachusetts Avenue NW 

Washington, DC 20001 

202-401-4634 

agency for Toxic Substances and Disease 

registry (aTSDr) 

The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease 

Registry (ATSDR) serves the public through 

responsive public health actions to promote 

healthy and safe environments and prevent 

harmful exposures. 

Sharunda Buchanan, phD 

Director, Division of Emergency and 

Environmental Health Services 

National Center for Environmental Health 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

4770 Buford Highway 

Atlanta, GA 30341 

770-488-7362 

sdb4@cdc.gov 

http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov 
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Centers for Disease Control and 

prevention (CDC) 

The Center for Disease Control and 

Prevention’s (CDC’s) mission is collaborating 

to create expertise, information, and tools 

that people and communities need to protect 

their health – through health promotion, 

prevention of disease, injury and disability, 

and preparedness for new health threats. 

Sharunda Buchanan, phD 

Director, Division of Emergency and 

Environmental Health Services 

National Center for Environmental Health 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

4770 Buford Highway 

Atlanta, GA 30341 

770-488-7362 

sdb4@cdc.gov 

http://www.cdc.gov/Environmental/ 

Health resources and Services 

administration (HrSa) 

The Health Resources and Services 

Administration (HRSA) is the primary Federal 

agency for improving access to health care 

services for people who are uninsured, isolated 

or medically vulnerable. HRSA’s mission is 

to improve health and achieve health equity 

through access to quality services, a skilled 

health workforce and innovative programs. 

a. melissa Houston, mD, mpH 

Medical Officer, Outreach and Coordination 

Office of Health Equity/Office of Special Health 

Affairs 

5600 Fishers Lane, Room 12-69 

Rockville, MD 20857 

301-443-0842 

AHouston@hrsa.gov 

Indian Health Service (IHS) 

The Indian Health Service (IHS) mission is to 

raise the physical, mental, social, and spiritual 

health of American Indians and Alaska Natives 

to the highest level. 

phillip Smith, m.D. 

Indian Health Service 

Office of Public Health Support 

Division of Planning Evaluation and Research 

801 Thompson Avenue, TMP-450A 

Rockville, MD 20852 

301-443-4700 

Phillip.Smith@ihs.gov 

national Institutes of Health (nIH) 

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is 

the nation’s medical research agency. NIH’s 

mission is to seek fundamental knowledge 

about the nature and behavior of living 

systems and the application of that knowledge 

to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce 

the burdens of illness and disability. 

National Institute of Environmental Health 

Sciences (NIEHS) 

The mission of the National Institute of 

Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) 

is to prevent and reduce the burden of 

environmentally-related human health effects 

from environmental exposures. The institute 

fulfills its mission by supporting diverse 

programs from basic research, communitybased research, training programs, and 

educational outreach initiatives. 

liam r. o’Fallon 

Program Analyst 

Division of Extramural Research and Training 

National Institute of Environmental Health 

Sciences 

National Institutes of Health 

P.O. Box 12233 (MD K3-13) 

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 

919-541-7733 

ofallon@niehs.nih.gov 

http://www.niehs.nih.gov/peph 
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assistant Secretary for administration 

(aSa) 

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for 

Administration (ASA) is the primary National 

Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) point of 

contact and provides subject matter expertise 

to all the divisions of HHS on implementing 

the NEPA process and ensuring environmental 

justice concerns are addressed through the 

NEPA process in facility related actions. 

Captain Edward a. pfister, rS, mSpH 

Environmental Program Manager 

Office of Facility Management and Policy 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

200 Independence Avenue, SW, Room 318E-45 

Washington, DC 20201 

202-619-0788 

Edward.Pfister@hhs.gov 

http://www.hhs.gov/hhsmanuals/read/gam/ 

part30/305000.html#30-50-00 

office of the assistant Secretary for 

Health (oaSH) 

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for 

Health (OASH) is comprised of 14 core public 

health offices and the Commissioned Corps, 

a uniformed service of more than 6,500 

health professionals who serve at HHS and 

other federal agencies. The mission of the 

OASH is mobilizing leadership in science and 

prevention for a healthier nation. 

lieutenant ron milam, mpH, CFSm 

Environmental Health Officer 

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health 

200 Independence Avenue, SW, Room 716-G 

Washington, DC 20201 

202-205-9498 

ron.milam@hhs.gov 

www.hhs.gov/ash 

office of minority Health (omH) 

The Office of Minority Health (OMH) 

mission is to improve the health of racial 

and ethnic minority populations through 

the development of health policies and 

programs that will help eliminate health 

disparities. OMH advises HHS on public 

program activities affecting American Indians 

and Alaska Natives, Asian Americans, Black/ 

African Americans, Hispanic/Latinos, Native 

Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders. 

mary roary, phD 

Data Lead, Division of Policy and Data 

Office of Minority Health 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

1101 Wootton Parkway 

The Tower Building, Suite 600 

Rockville, MD 20852 

240-453-6173 

mary.roary@hhs.gov 

http://minorityhealth.hhs.gov 

office for Civil rights (oCr) 

The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) investigates 

complaints, enforces rights, and promulgates 

regulations, develops policy and provides 

technical assistance and public education to 

ensure understanding of and compliance with 

non-discrimination and health information 

privacy laws. 

Headquarters 

leon rodriguez, Director 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

200 Independence Avenue, S.W. 

Room 509F HHH Bldg 

Washington, DC 20201 
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Regional Offices 

Region I 

Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New 

Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont 

peter Chan 

Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

Government Center 

J.F. Kennedy Federal Bldg Room 1875 

Boston, MA 02203 

617-565-1340 

Fax 617-565-3809 

TDD 617-565-1343 

Region II 

New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, Virgin 

Islands 

linda Colon 

Acting Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

Jacob Javits Federal Bldg 

26 Federal Plaza- Suite 3312 

New York, NY 10278 

212-264-3313 

Fax 212-264-3039 

TDD 212-264-2355 

Region III 

Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, 

Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia 

marlene rey 

Acting Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

150 S. Independence Mall West 

Suite 372, Public Ledger Bldg 

Philadelphia, PA 19106 

215-861-4441 

Hotline 1-800-368-1019 

Fax 215-861-4431 

TDD 215-861-4440 

Region IV 

Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, 

Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, 

Tennessee 

roosevelt Freeman 

Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

Atlanta Federal Center, Suite 3B70 

61 Forsyth Street, S.W. 

Atlanta, GA 30303 

404-562-7858 

Fax 404-562-7881 

TDD 404-331-2867 

Region V 

Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, 

Wisconsin 

Celeste Davis 

Acting Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

233 North Michigan Ave., Suite 240 

Chicago, IL 60601 

312-886-2359 

Fax 312-886-1807 

TDD 312-353-5693 

Region VI 

Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, 

Texas 

ralph rouse 

Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

1301 Young Street, Suite 1169 

Dallas, TX 75202 

214-767-4056 

Fax 214-767-0432 

TDD 214-767-8940 
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Region VII 

Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska 

Frank Campbell 

Regional Manger 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

601 East 12th Street- Room 248 

Kansas City, MO 64106 

816-426-7277 

Fax 816-426-3686 

TDD 816-426-7065 

Region VIII 

Colorado, Montana, North Dakota, South 

Dakota, Utah, Wyoming 

Velveta Howell 

Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

999 18th Street 

South Terrace, Suite 417 

Denver, CO 80202 

303-844-2024 

Fax 303-844-2025 

TDD 303-844-3439 

Region IX 

American Samoa, Arizona, California, Guam, 

Hawaii, Nevada 

michael Kruley 

Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

90 7th Street, Suite 4-100 

San Francisco, CA 94103 

415-437-8310 

Fax 415-437-8329 

TDD 415-437-8311 

Region X 

Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, Washington 

linda yuu Connor 

Regional Manager 

Office for Civil Rights 

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 

2201 6th Avenue- M/S:RX-11 

Seattle, WA 98121 

206-615-2290 

Fax 206-615-2297 

TDD 206-615-2296 
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DEparTmEnT oF HomElanD SECurITy 

The Department of Homeland Security leads the unified national effort to secure America. We 

prevent and deter terrorist attacks and protect against and respond to threats and hazards to the 

Nation. We secure our national borders while welcoming lawful immigrants, visitors, and trade. 

occupational Safety and Environmental 

programs 

Dr. Teresa r. pohlman 

Director 

202-343- 4051 

Teresa.pohlman@hq.dhs.gov 

office for Civil rights and Civil liberties 

Scott l. Shuchart 

Senior Advisor to the Officer for Civil Rights and 

Civil Liberties 

Building 410, Mail Stop #0190 

Washington, D.C. 20528 

202-357- 7676 

scott.shuchart@hq.dhs.gov 
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DEparTmEnT oF HouSInG anD urBan DEVElopmEnT 

HUD’s mission is to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable 

homes for all. HUD is working to strengthen the housing market to bolster the economy and 

protect consumers; meet the need for quality affordable rental homes; utilize housing as a 

platform for improving quality of life; build inclusive and sustainable communities free from 

discrimination; and transform the way HUD does business. 

Community planning and Development 

The Office of Community Planning and 

Development (CPD) seeks to develop viable 

communities by promoting integrated 

approaches that provide decent housing, 

a suitable living environment, and expand 

economic opportunities for low and moderate 

income persons. The primary means towards 

this end is the development of partnerships 

among all levels of government and the private 

sector, including for-profit and non-profit 

organizations. 

Office of Block Grant Assistance 

202-708-3587 

Office of Affordable Housing Programs 

202-708-2684 

Office of Environment and Energy 

202-402-4462 

Directory: http://www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/about/ 

staff/index.cfm 

Fair Housing and Equal opportunity 

The Office of Fair Housing and Equal 

Opportunity administers federal laws and 

establishes national policies that make sure all 

Americans have equal access to the housing of 

their choice. 

Particular activities carried out by the Office of 

Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity include 

implementing and enforcing the Fair Housing 

Act and other civil rights laws, including 

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 

Section 109 of the Housing and Community 

Development Act of 1974, Section 504 of 

the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the 

Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the 

Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title IX of the 

Education Amendments Act of 1972, and the 

Architectural Barriers Act of 1968. 

Office of Programs 

202-708-2288 

Directory: http://www.hud.gov/offices/fheo/fheodir. 

cfm 

Healthy Homes and lead Hazard Control 

The Office of Healthy Homes and Lead Hazard 

Control (OHHLHC) is unique among federal 

agencies. HUD’s Office of Healthy Homes 

and Lead Hazard Control was established 

to eliminate lead-based paint hazards in 

America’s privately-owned and low-income 

housing and to lead the nation in addressing 

other housing-related health hazards that 

threaten vulnerable residents. 

As one means of addressing substandard 

housing, the OHHLHC provides funds to 

state and local governments to develop costeffective ways to reduce lead-based paint 

hazards. In addition, the office enforces 

HUD’s lead-based paint regulations, provides 

public outreach and technical assistance, and 

conducts technical studies to help protect 

children and their families from health and 

safety hazards in the home. 
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Programs Division 

202-402-5769 

Grants Services Division 

202-402-7580 

Office of the Director 

202-402-2784 

Directory: http://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/ 

leadstaff.cfm 

office of Housing 

The Office of Housing provides vital public 

services through its nationally administered 

programs. It oversees the Federal Housing 

Administration (FHA), the largest mortgage 

insurer in the world, as well as regulates 

housing industry business. 

The mission of the Office of Housing is to: 

•	 Contribute to building and preserving

healthy neighborhoods and communities 

•	 Maintain and expand homeownership,

rental housing and healthcare opportunities 

•	 Stabilize credit markets in times of

economic disruption 

•	 Operate with a high degree of public and

fiscal accountability 

•	 Recognize and value its customers, staff,

constituents and partners 

Office of Healthcare Programs 

202-708-0599 

Office of Multifamily Housing Programs 

202-708-2495 

office of Sustainable Housing and 

Communities 

The mission of the Office of Sustainable 

Housing and Communities is to create strong, 

sustainable communities by connecting 

housing to jobs, fostering local innovation, 

and helping to build a clean energy economy. 

In order to better connect housing to jobs, 

the office will work to coordinate federal 

housing and transportation investments with 

local land use decisions in order to reduce 

transportation costs for families, improve 

housing affordability, save energy, and 

increase access to housing and employment 

opportunities. By ensuring that housing 

is located near job centers and affordable, 

accessible transportation, we will nurture 

healthier, more inclusive communities – which 

provide opportunities for people of all ages, 

incomes, races, and ethnicities to live, work, 

and learn together. 

202-402-3497 

office of the General Counsel 

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) 

plays a vital role in helping the Department 

accomplish its mission of assuring decent and 

affordable housing, enabling all Americans 

to achieve homeownership, providing 

resources for communities to build strong 

neighborhoods, preventing homelessness, and 

enforcing fair housing laws. OGC attorneys 

provide legal opinions, advice and services 

with respect to all departmental programs and 

activities. The Office of General Counsel also 

includes the Enforcement Center. 

202-708-2244 

Directory: http://www.hud.gov/offices/ogc/hqmanagers.cfm 
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policy Development and research 

PD&R’s primary function is to support HUD’s 

mission and the policy agenda of the Secretary. 

PD&R performs policy analysis, research, 

surveys, studies, and evaluations; both shortand long-term; to help the Secretary and 

other principal staff make informed decisions 

on HUD policies, programs, and budget 

and legislative proposals. These activities 

provide the Department and the nation 

with current information on housing needs, 

market conditions, and HUD programs, as 

well as research on important housing and 

community development issues. 

In addition to its research and policy 

analysis functions, PD&R has other related 

responsibilities, including assisting in 

the oversight of government-sponsored 

enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie 

Mac, providing data support to program 

office operations, building partnerships with 

universities that assist their communities, and 

administering various activities related to the 

international community. 

Office of University and Community 

Partnerships: (202) 708-3061 

HUD USER: Toll Free 1-800-245-2691 

public and Indian Housing 

The role of the Office of Public and Indian 

Housing is to ensure safe, decent, and 

affordable housing; create opportunities 

for residents’ self-sufficiency and economic 

independence; and assure fiscal integrity by all 

program participants. 

202-708-0950 

Directory: http://www.hud.gov/offices/pih/about/ 

headquarters.cfm#pih 

linda Bronsdon 

PIH Environmental Compliance Officer 

202-402-3494 
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Protecting America’s Great Outdoors and Powering Our Future—The U.S. Department of the 

Interior protects America’s natural resources and heritage, honors our cultures and tribal 

communities, and supplies the energy to power our future. 

office of the assistant Secretary for 

policy, management and Budget 

Office of Environmental Policy & Compliance 

Willie r. Taylor 

Director, Office of Environmental Policy and 

Compliance 

Room: 2058-MIB 

202-208-3891 

Willie_Taylor@ios.doi.gov 

loretta Sutton 

Program Analyst 

Office of Environmental Policy and Compliance 

Natural Resources Management Team 

1849 C Street NW (MS-2462) 

Washington, DC 20240 

202-208-7565 

Loretta_Sutton@ios.doi.gov 

http://www.doi.gov/ 

http://www.doi.gov/oepc/justice.html 

Bureau of Indian affairs 

BIA’s mission is to enhance the quality of 

life, to promote economic opportunity, and 

to carry out the responsibility to protect and 

improve the trust assets of American Indians, 

Indian tribes and Alaska Natives. 

Indian Affairs Division of Environmental and 

Cultural Resources Management (DECRM) 

marvin Keller 

2051 Mercator Drive 

Reston, VA 20191 

703-390-6470 

Marvin.Keller@bia.gov 

Regional Offices 

Alaska Region 

Kristin Holzenger K’eit 

Kristin.Keit@bia.gov 

Eastern Region 

Kurt Chandler 

615-564-6832 

Kurt.Chandler@bia.gov 

Eastern Oklahoma Region 

Jona polk 

918-781-4661 

Jona.Polk@bia.goc 

Great Plains Region 

marilyn Bercier 

605-226-7656 

Merilyn.Bercier@bia.gov 

Midwest Region 

Scott Doig 

Scott.Doig@bia.gov 

612-725-4514 

Navajo Region 

Harrilene yazzie 

505-863-8287 

Harrilene.Yazzie@bia.gov 

Northwest Region 

BJ Howerton 

503-231-6749 

BJ.howerton @bia.gov 

Pacific Region 

John rydzik 

916-978-6051 

John.Rydzik@bia.gov 
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Southern Plains Region 

mike reed 

405-247-1549 

Mike.Reed@bia.gov 

Southwest Region 

priscilla Wade

 505-563-3417 

Priscilla.Wade@bia.gov 

Western Region 

amy Heuslein 

602-379-6750 

Amy.Heuslein@bia.gov 

Bureau of land management 

BLM’s mission is to sustain the health, 

diversity, and productivity of the public lands 

for the use and enjoyment of present and 

future generations. 

Regional Offices 

Arizona 

michael Johnson 

602-417-9236 

Michael_D_Johnson@blm.gov 

California 

Sandra mcGinnis 

916-978-4427 

Sandra_McGinnis@blm.gov 

Eastern States 

michael reiland 

703-440-1541 

Michael_Reiland@blm.gov 

Idaho 

Brent ralston 

208-373-3812 

Brent_Ralston@blm.gov 

Montana 

Joan Trent 

406-896-4034 

Joan_Trent@blm.gov 

Nevada 

Brian amme 

775-861-6645 

Brian_Amme@blm.gov 

Bureau of ocean Energy management, 

regulation and Enforcement 

The Bureau’s mission is to manage the ocean 

energy and mineral resources on the Outer 

Continental Shelf and Federal and American 

Indian mineral revenues to enhance public 

and trust benefits, promote responsible use, 

and realize fair value. 

Keely Hite 

703-787-1103 

keely.hite@boemre.gov 

Regional Offices 

Gulf of Mexico Region 

Harry luton 

504-736-2784 

harry.luton@boemre.gov 

Pacific Region 

John Smith 

805-389-7833 

john.smith@boemre.gov 

Alaska Region 

Vacant 
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Bureau of reclamation 

The mission of the Bureau is to manage, 

develop, and protect water and related 

resources in an environmentally and 

economically sound manner in the interest of 

the American public. 

Brian Sutherland 

Civil Rights Division – Denver, CO 

Denver Federal Center 

P.O. Box 25007 

Mail Code: 84-59000 

Denver, Colorado 80225 

303-445-3012 

bsutherland@usbr.gov 

adrienne marks 

Commissioner’s Office – Washington, DC 

Native American Affairs 

1849 C. Street NW 

MS-7060-MIB 

Washington, DC 20240 

202-513-0630 

amarks@usbr.gov 

Note: Native American EJ matters only. 

Great Plains Region 

Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, South 

Dakota, North Dakota, Wyoming, Eastern 

Colorado, and Montana 

Vernon laFontaine 

Natural Resources Specialist 

316 North 26th 

Billings, MT 59101 

406-247-7720 

vlafontaine@usbr.gov 

http://www.usbr.gov/gp 

Lower Colorado Region 

Southern Nevada, Southern California, 

Arizona 

Faye Streier 

Natural Resource Specialist 

P.O. Box 61470 (LC-2620) 

Boulder City, NV 89006 

702-293-8132 

fstreier@usbr.gov 

http://www.usbr.gov/lc/ 

Mid-Pacific Region 

Northern/Central California, Northern/Central 

Nevada, Southern Oregon 

russ Grimes 

Natural Resources Specialist 

2800 Cottage Way MP-152 

Sacramento, CA 95825 

916-978-5051 

rwgrimes@usbr.gov 

http://www.usbr.gov/mp/ 

Pacific Northwest Region 

Idaho, Western Montana, Oregon, 

Washington, Western Wyoming 

Jennifer Beardsley 

Ecosystems Analysis Program Manager 

1150 North Curtis Road, Suite 100 PN-6500 

Boise, ID 83706 

208-378-5035 

jbeardsley@usbr.gov 

http://www.usbr.gov/pn/ 

Upper Colorado Region 

Utah, New Mexico, Far Western Texas, 

Western Colorado, Southwestern Wyoming 

nancy Coulam 

Environmental Protection Specialist 

125 South State Street, Rm. 6107 

Salt Lake City, UT 84138 

801-524-3684 

ncoulam@usbr.gov 

http://www.usbr.gov/uc/ 
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national park Service 

NPS preserves unimpaired the natural and 

cultural resources and values of the national 

park system for the enjoyment, education, and 

inspiration of this and future generations. NPS 

cooperates with partners to extend the benefits 

of natural and cultural resource conservation 

and outdoor recreation throughout this 

country and the world. 

Julie Thomas mcnamee 

1201 Eye St, NW (11th floor 2350) 

Washington DC 20005 

202-513-7182 

Julie_Thomas_McNamee@nps.gov 

Regional Offices 

Capital 

Joel Gorder 

Regional Planning & Environmental Coordinator 

National Capital Region 

National Park Service 

1100 Ohio Dr., SW 

Washington DC 20242 

202-619-7405 

joel_gorder@nps.gov 

Alaska 

Joan B. Darnell 

Chief 

Environmental Planning and Compliance Team 

Alaska Regional Office, National Park Service 

240 W. 5th Ave., Rm 114 

Anchorage, AK 99501 

907-644-3526 

Fax: 907-644-3814 

Joan_Darnell@nps.gov 

Midwest 

Gary Vequis 

ARD for Natural Resource Stewardship 

Midwest Regional Office, National Park Service 

601 Riverfront Drive 

Omaha, NE 68102 

402-661-1860 

Fax: 402-661-1861 

Gary_Vequist@nps.gov 

Pacific West 

rory Westberg 

Deputy Regional Director 

Pacific West Regional Office, National Park 

Service 

909 1st Avenue 

Seattle, WA 98104 

206-220-4020 

Fax: 206-220-4160 

Rory_Westberg@nps.gov 

Southeast 

Ben West 

Chief, Planning and Compliance Division 

Southeast Regional Office 

National Park Service 

100 Alabama Street, 1924 Building 

Atlanta, GA 30303 

404-507-5700 

Cell Phone: 404-416-0584 

Fax: 404-562-3257 

Northeast 

rick Harris 

Associate Regional Director, 

Natural Resources & Science 

Northeast Regional Office, National Park Service 

200 Chestnut Street 

Philadelphia, PA 19106 

215-597-1788 

Fax: 215-597-0815 

Rick_Harris@nps.gov 
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Intermountain 

patrick malone 

Acting Assistant Regional Director - Natural 

Resources 

Intermountain Region 

National Park Service 

12795 W Alameda Parkway 

Lakewood, CO 80228 

303-969-2415 

patrick_malone@nps.gov 

office of Surface mining, reclamation 

and Enforcement 

“...to carry out the requirements of the 

Surface Mining Control and Reclamation 

Act (SMCRA) in cooperation with states and 

tribes. Our primary objectives are to ensure 

that coal mines are operated in a manner 

that protects citizens and the environment 

during mining and assures that the land is 

restored to beneficial use following mining, 

and to mitigate the effects of past mining 

by aggressively pursuing reclamation of 

abandoned coal mines.” 

John Crayon 

1951 Constitution Ave. NW 

Washington, DC 20240 

MS-203-SIB 

202-208-2866 

jcraynon@osmre.gov 

u.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 

USFWS’s mission is, working with others, 

to conserve, protect and enhance fish, 

wildlife, and plants and their habitats for the 

continuing benefit of the American people. 

Kim lambert 

4501 N. Fairfax Dr. 

MS-3110 

Arlington, VA 22203 

703-358-2554 

kim_lambert@fws.gov 

Native American Liaison 

patrick Durham 

703-358-1728 

Patrick_Durham@FWS.gov 

Stephanie nash 

Environmental Specialist 

703-358-1896 

Stephanie_Nash@fws.gov 

mark philips 

Law Enforcement 

703-358-1949 

Mark_Philips@fws.gov 

Regional Offices 

Region 1 – Portland, OR 

pat Gonzales-rogers 

Native American Liaison 

503-231-6123 

Pat_Gonzales-Rogers@fws.gov 

Dana perez 

Civil Rights Manager 

503-231-2260 

Dana_Perez@fws.gov 

rowan Baker 

NEPA Coordinator 

503-872-2822 

Rowan_Baker@fws.gov 
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Region 2 – Albuquerque, NM 

Joe Early 

Native American Liaison 

505-248-6602 

Joe_Early@fws.gov 

Denise Baker 

NEPA Coordinator 

505-248-6681 

Denise_Baker@fws.gov 

Dean Watkins 

Division of Federal Activities 

505-248-6666 

Dean_Watkins@fws.gov 

Region 3 – Ft. Snel ling, MN 

Tim patronski 

Native American Liaison 

612-713-5108 

Tim_Patronski@fws.gov 

Todd Turner 

NEPA Coordinator 

612-713-5127 

Todd_Turner@fws.gov 

Region 4 –Atlanta, GA 

Tom macKenzie 

Native American Liaison 

404-679-7291 

Tom_MacKenzie@fws.gov 

richard Warner 

NEPA Coordinator 

404-679-7110 

Richard_Warner@fws.gov 

Region 5 – Hadley, MA 

D.J. monette 

Native American Liaison 

413-253-8662 

DJ_Monette@fws.gov 

George Cortes 

EEO Specialist 

413-253-8317 

George_Cortes@fws.gov 

alex Hoar 

NEPA Coordinator 

413-253-8631 

Alex_Hoard@fws.gov 

Region 6 – Denver, CO 

Kim Greenwood 

Native American Liaison 

303-236-4575 

Kim_Greenwood@fws.gov 

Dave Carlson 

NEPA Coordinator 

303-236-4254 

Dave_Carlson@fws.gov 

Christy Bates 

EEO Specialist 

303-236-4459 

Christy_Bates@fws.gov 

Region 7 – Anchorage, AK 

larry Bell 

Native American Liaison 

907-786-3868 

Larry_Bell@fws.gov 

philip Johnson 

NEPA Coordinator 

907-786-3483 

Philip_Johnson@fws.gov 

mikah Haase 

Division of Conservation Planning

 and Policy 

907-786-3402 

Mikah_Haase@fws.gov 
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Region 8 – Sacramento, CO 

David Wooten 

Tribal Grants Coordinator 

916-414-6576 

David_Wooten@fws.gov 

Darrin Thome 

NEPA Coordinator 

916-414-6533 

Darrin_Thome@fws.gov 

patricia robertson 

Refuges 

916-414-6546 

Patricia_Robertson@fws.gov 

u.S. Geological Survey 

The USGS serves the Nation by providing reliable 

scientific information to describe and understand 

the Earth; minimize loss of life and property 

from natural disasters; manage water, biological, 

energy, and mineral resources; and enhance and 

protect our quality of life. 

Central Region – Denver, CO 

maria montour 

303-236-2787 

mmontour@usgs.gov 
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Department of Justice’s mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United 

States according to the law; to ensure public safety against threats foreign and domestic; to 

provide federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime; to seek just punishment for those 

guilty of unlawful behavior; and to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all 

Americans. 

Environment and natural resources 

Division 

Ignacia moreno 

Assistant Attorney General 

Jeffrey prieto 

Counsel to the Assistant Attorney General 

202-307-9950 

jeffrey.prieto@usdoj.gov 

Jim payne 

Senior Counsel 

Law and Policy Section 

202-514-3473 

james.payne2@usdoj.gov 

Quentin pair 

Trial Attorney 

Environmental Enforcement Section 

202-514-1999 

quentin.pair@usdoj.gov 

Civil rights Division 

Thomas E. perez 

Assistant Attorney General 

Deeana Jang 

Chief, Federal Coordination & Compliance 

Section 

202-307-2222 

deeana.jang@usdoj.gov 

Daria neal 

Deputy Chief, Federal Coordination & 

Compliance Section 

202-305-3346 

daria.neal@usdoj.gov 
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Department of Transportation’s mission is to serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, 

efficient, accessible, and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests 

and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future. 

Federal Highway administration 

FHWA is charged with the broad 

responsibility of ensuring that America’s 

roads and highways continue to be the safest 

and most technologically up-to-date. FHWA 

provides financial and technical support for 

constructing, improving, and preserving 

America’s highway system. Our annual budget 

is funded by fuel and motor vehicle excise 

taxes. The budget is primarily divided between 

two programs: Federal-aid funding to State 

and local governments; and Federal Lands 

Highways funding for national parks, national 

forests, Indian lands, and other land under 

Federal stewardship. 

http://www.fhwa.dot.gov 

Office of Civil Rights 

Candace J. Groudine 

Director of External Civil Rights Programs 

202-466-4634 

candace.groudine@fhwa.dot.gov 

Office of Human Environment 

lucy Garliauskas 

202-366-2047 

Lucy.Garliauskas@dot.gov 

Brenda C. Kragh 

202-366-2064 

Brenda.Kragh@dot.gov 

Sharlene reed 

202-366-9629 

Sharlene.Reed@dot.gov 

Office of Planning 

Kenneth n. petty, II 

202-366-6654 

Kenneth.Petty@dot.gov 

Office of Project Development & Environmental 

Review 

Harold peaks 

202-366-1598 

Harold.Peaks@dot.gov 

FHWA Regional Resource Centers 

Planning 

Brian Betlyon 

410-962-0086 

Brian.Betlyon@dot.gov 

Jocelyn Jones 

410-962-2486 

Jocelyn.jones@dot.gov 

Environment 

Katiann Wong-murillo 

415-744-2612 

wong-murillo.katiann@dot.gov 

Federal motor Carrier Safety 

administration 

The primary mission of the FMCSA is to 

reduce crashes, injuries and fatalities involving 

large trucks and buses. 

http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/ 

Office of Civil Rights 

202-366-8810 
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Federal railroad administration 

The purpose of FRA is to: promulgate and 

enforce rail safety regulations; administer 

railroad assistance programs; conduct research 

and development in support of improved 

railroad safety and national rail transportation 

policy; provide for the rehabilitation of 

Northeast Corridor rail passenger service; 

and consolidate government support of rail 

transportation activities. 

http://www.fra.dot.gov 

Office of Civil Rights 

Calvin Gibson 

Director 

202-493-6012 

Calvin.Gibson@dot.gov 

civil.rights@fra.dot.gov 

Office of Railroad Policy and Development 

alexandra newcomer 

202-493-6394 

Alexandra.Newcomer@dot.gov 

Federal Transit administration (FTa) 

The FTA provides financial and technical 

assistance, and research through formula 

and discretionary programs to support the 

planning, construction, and safe operation of 

public transportation systems throughout the 

United States. Public transportation systems 

provide mobility and connectivity for all strata 

of people and communities, and include buses, 

subways, light rail, commuter rail, bus rapid 

transit, streetcars, monorail, passenger ferry 

boats, inclined railways, and people movers. 

http://www.fta.dotgov 

Office of Civil Rights 

amber ontiveros 

Equal Opportunity Specialist 

1200 New Jersey Ave, SE 

5th Floor, East Building 

Washington, DC 20590 

202-366-5130 

amber.ontiveros@dot.gov 

Office of Planning & Environment 

Tricia Harr 

202-366-0486 

tricia.harr@dot.gov 

Katie Grasty 

202-366-9139 

Katie.grasty@dot.gov 

Regional FTA Offices 

Region 1 - Cambridge, MA 

peter Butler 

Director, Office of Planning and Program 

Development 

55 Broadway 

Cambridge, MA 02142 

617-494-2729 

peter.butler@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_864.html 

Region 2 - New York, NY 

leah Flax 

Community Planner 

One Bowling Green, Room 429 

New York, NY 10004 

212-668-2326 

leah.flax@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_865.html 

Region 3 - Philadelphia, PA 

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Region 4 - Atlanta, GA 

Frank Billue 

Civil Rights Officer 

230 Peachtree NW 

Atlanta, GA 30303 

frank.billue@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_871.html 

Region 5 - Chicago, IL 

D. Erick allen or Dwight Sinks 

Civil Rights Officer 

200 W. Adams, Suite 320 

Chicago, IL 60606 

312-353-3855 and 312-353-3770 

Donald.Allen@dot.gov and Dwight.Sinks@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_3494.html 

Region 6 - Fort Worth, TX 

lynn Hayes 

Community Planner 

Suite 8A36 819 Taylor Street 

Fort Worth, TX 76102 

817-978-0565 

lynn.hayes@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_888.html 

Region 7 - Kansas City, Missouri 

Joni roeseler 

Planning and Program Team Leader 

901 Locust Street, Suite 404 

Kansas City, MO 64106 

816-329-3921 

joan.roeseler@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_895.html 

Region 8 - Lakewood, CO 

David Beckhouse 

Team Leader for Planning and Program 

Development 

12300 W Dakota Ave, Suite 310 

Lakewood, CO 80228 

720-963-3306 

David.Beckhouse@DOT.GOV 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_897.html 

Region 9 - San Francisco, CA 

Derrin Jourdan 

Equal Opportunity Specialist 

201 Mission Street, Suite 1650 

94105 

415-744-2729 

Derrin.Jourdan@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_909.html 

Region 10 - Seattle, WA 

linda Gehrke 

Deputy Regional Administrator

 915 2nd Avenue, Room 3142 

Seattle WA 98174 

206-220-4463 

linda.gehrke@dot.gov 

http://www.fta.dot.gov/regional_offices_918.html 

office of the Secretary of Transportation 

OST oversees the formulation of national 

transportation policy and promotes intermodal 

transportation. Other responsibilities range 

from negotiation and implementation of 

international transportation agreements, assuring 

the fitness of US airlines, enforcing airline 

consumer protection regulations, issuance of 

regulations to prevent alcohol and illegal drug 

misuse in transportation systems and preparing 

transportation legislation. 

Civil Rights 

Joseph austin 

202-366-5992 

joseph.austin@dot.gov 

marc pentino 

202-3666968 

marc.pentino@dot.gov 

Small and Disadvantaged Business 

arthur Jackson 

202-366-1930 

Art.Jackson@dot.gov 
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Transportation Policy 

Camille mittelholtz 

202-366-4861 

Camille.Mittelholtz @dot.gov 

rebecca Searl 

202-366-7098 

Rebecca.Searl @dot.gov 

Federal aviation administration 

FAA’s mission is to provide the safest, most 

efficient aerospace system in the world. FAA’s 

major roles and responsibilities include: 

regulating civil aviation to promote safety; 

encouraging and developing civil aeronautics, 

including new aviation technology; developing 

and operating a system of air traffic control 

and navigation for both civil and military 

aircraft; researching and developing the 

National Airspace system and civil aeronautics; 

developing and carrying out programs to 

control aircraft noise and other environmental 

effects of civil aviation; and regulating U.S. 

commercial space transportation. 

http://www.faa.gov 

Office of Airports 

Airports Planning & Environmental Division 

Ed melisky 

202-267-5869 

edward.melisky@faa.gov 

Office of Civil Rights 

Hqtrs. National Airport Policy & Compliance 

Wilbur Barham 

Director 

202-385-6210 

wilbur.barham@faa.gov 

pattie Tom 

Manager 

202-385-6209 

pattie.tom@faa.gov 

Civil Rights, Eastern, New England Region and 

Airport Non-Discrimination Compliance 

maria Sarra 

Director 

718-553-3290 

maria.sarra@faa.gov 

nicholas Sun 

Specialist 

781-238-7068 

nicholas.sun@faa.gov 

maritime administration 

MARAD is the agency within the U.S. 

Department of Transportation dealing with 

waterborne transportation. Its programs 

promote the use of waterborne transportation 

and its seamless integration with other 

segments of the transportation system, and 

the viability of the U.S. merchant marine. The 

Maritime Administration works in many areas 

involving ships and shipping, shipbuilding, 

port operations, vessel operations, national 

security, environment, and safety. 

http://www.marad.dot.gov/ 

Office of Environment 

richard S. Corley 

202-366 - 1838 

richard.corley@dot.gov 
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national Highway Traffic Safety 

administration 

NHTSA was established by the Highway 

Safety Act of 1970 to carry out safety 

programs previously administered by the 

National Highway Safety Bureau. Specifically, 

the agency directs the highway safety and 

consumer programs established by the 

National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act 

of 1966, the Highway Safety Act of 1966, the 

1972 Motor Vehicle Information and Cost 

Savings Act, and succeeding amendments to 

these laws. Dedicated to achieving the highest 

standards of excellence in motor vehicle and 

highway safety, NHTSA works daily to help 

prevent crashes and their attendant costs, 

both human and financial. The agency strives 

to exceed the expectations of its customers 

through its core values of Integrity, Service, 

and Leadership. 

1-888-327-4236 

http://www.nhtsa.gov/ 

pipeline and Hazardous materials Safety 

administration 

PHMSA’s mission is to protect people and 

the environment from the risks inherent in 

transportation of hazardous materials - by 

pipeline and other modes of transportation. 

Office of Civil Rights 

202-366-9638 

phmsa.civilrights@dot.gov 

http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/portal/site/PHMSA/ 

menuitem.ebdc7a8a7e39f2e55cf2031050248a0c/? 

vgnextoid=09acb61bf6200110VgnVCM10000076 

2c7798RCRD 

research and Innovative Technology 

administration 

RITA coordinates the U.S. Department of 

Transportation’s research and education 

programs, and is working to bring advanced 

technologies into the transportation system. 

RITA also offers vital transportation statistics 

and analysis, and supports national efforts 

to improve education and training in 

transportation-related fields. RITA works 

to ensure that the nation’s transportation 

research investments produce results for the 

American people. 

http://www.rita.dot.gov/ 

202-366-3492 

Ritainfo@dot.gov 

The Saint lawrence Seaway 

Development Corporation 

SLSDC is a wholly owned government 

corporation created by statute May 13, 1954, 

to construct, operate and maintain that part of 

the St. Lawrence Seaway between the Port of 

Montreal and Lake Erie, within the territorial 

limits of the United States. Trade development 

functions aim to enhance Great Lakes/St. 

Lawrence Seaway System utilization without 

respect to territorial or geographic limits. 

Vicki J. Garcia 

Director of Civil Rights 

180 Andrews Street, Massena, NY 13662 

315-764-3208 

Vicki.garcia@dot.gov 

http://www.greatlakes-seaway.com 
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 Chief of Staff 

Under Secretary for Policy 

Office of Drug and Alcohol 

Policy and Compliance 

Office of 

Public Affairs 

Office of the 

Chief Information 

Officer 

Office of Intelligence 

and Security 

Office of 

Small and 

Disadvantaged 

Business Utilization 

Office of 

Civil Rights 

Board of 

Contract Appeals 

Executive 

Secretariat 

Office of 

Inspector General 

Assistant 

Secretary for 

Administration 

Assistant 

Secretary for 

Governmental 

Affairs 

Assistant 

Secretary for Budget 

and Programs / Chief 

Financial Officer 

Assistant 

Secretary for 

Aviation and 

International Affairs 

Assistant 

Secretary for 

Transportation 

Policy 

General Counsel 

Pipeline and 

Hazardous 

Materials Safety 

Administration 

Research and 

Innovative 

Technology 

Administration 

Maritime 

Administration 

St. Lawrence 

Seaway 

Development 

Corporation 

Federal Motor 

Carrier Safety 

Administration 

National 

Highway 

Traffic Safety 

Administration 

Federal 

Railroad 

Administration 

Federal 

Highway 

Administration 

Federal 

Aviation 

Administration 

Federal 

Transit 

Administration 

DEPUTY SECRETARY 

SECRETARY 

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 
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The mission of the Environmental Protection Agency is to protect human health and to 

safeguard the natural environment — air, water, and land — upon which life depends. EPA’s 

purpose is to ensure that: all Americans are protected from significant risks to human health 

and the environment where they live, learn, and work; national efforts to reduce environmental 

risk are based on the best available scientific information; federal laws protecting human health 

and the environment are enforced fairly and effectively; environmental protection is an integral 

consideration in U.S. policies concerning natural resources, human health, economic growth, 

energy, transportation, agriculture, industry, and international trade, and these factors are 

similarly considered in establishing environmental policy; all parts of society — communities, 

individuals, businesses, and state, local and tribal governments — have access to accurate 

information sufficient to effectively participate in managing human health and environmental 

risks; environmental protection contributes to making our communities and ecosystems 

diverse, sustainable and economically productive; and the United States plays a leadership role 

in working with other nations to protect the global environment. 

office of the administrator	 office of administration and resources 

management AO provides executive and logistical support 

for the EPA Administrator. AO supports the OARM provides national leadership, policy, 

leadership of EPA’s programs and activities to and management of many essential support 

protect human health and the environment. functions for the Agency, including human 

resources management, acquisition activities Office of Civil Rights (contracts), grants management, and Helena Wooden-aguilar management and protection of EPA’s facilities 202-343-9681 and other critical assets nationwide. 

Wooden-aguilar@epa.gov 

leo Gueriguian 

Office of Congressional and Intergovernmental 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Relations (MC-3102-A) 

Carolyn levine Washington, DC 20460 

202-564-1859 202-564-0388 

Levine.carolyn@epa.gov Gueriguian.leo@epa.gov 

Office of Policy, Economics, and Innovation 

Kelly maguire 

202-566-2273 

Maguire.kelly@epa.gov 
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office of air and radiation 

OAR develops national programs, policies, and 

regulations for controlling air pollution and 

radiation exposure. OAR is concerned with 

pollution prevention and energy efficiency, 

indoor and outdoor air quality, industrial 

air pollution, pollution from vehicles and 

engines, radon, acid rain, stratospheric 

ozone depletion, climate change, and 

radiation protection. OAR is responsible for 

administering the Clean Air Act, the Atomic 

Energy Act, the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant 

Land Withdrawal Act, and other applicable 

environmental laws. 

Wil Wilson 

1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW 

(MC-6103-A) 

Washington, DC 20460 

202-564-1954 

wilson.wil@epa.gov 

office of Chemical Safety and pollution 

prevention 

Using sound science as a compass, OSCPP’s 

mission is to protect you, your family, and the 

environment from potential risks from pesticides 

and toxic chemicals. Through innovative 

partnerships and collaboration, we also work to 

prevent pollution before it begins. This reduces 

waste, saves energy and natural resources, and 

leaves our homes, schools and workplaces 

cleaner and safer. 

Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics 

Fred Jenkins 

703-308-9597 

Jenkins.fred@epa.gov 

office of Enforcement and Compliance 

assurance 

OECA aggressively pursues pollution problems 

that make a difference in communities through 

vigorous civil and criminal enforcement that 

targets the most serious water, air and chemical 

hazards. OECA also advances environmental 

justice by protecting vulnerable communities 

loan nguyen 

202-564-4041 

Nguyen.loan@epa.gov 

Office of Environmental Justice 

Jasmin muriel 

202-564-4287 

Muriel.jasmin@epa.gov 

office of Environmental Information 

OEI, headed by the Chief Information Officer, 

manages the life cycle of information to 

support EPA’s mission of protecting human 

health and the environment. We identify and 

implement innovative information technology 

and information management solutions that 

strengthen EPA’s ability to achieve its goals. We 

ensure the quality of EPA’s information, and the 

efficiency and reliability of EPA’s technology, 

data collection and exchange efforts, and access 

services. We provide technology services and 

manage EPA’s IT investments. 

lorena Cedeno-Zambrano 

202-566-0978 

Cedeno-zambrano.lorena@epa.gov 
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office of General Counsel 

OGC is the chief legal adviser to EPA, providing 

legal support for Agency rules and policies, caseby-case decisions (such as permits and response 

actions), and legislation. 

David Coursen 

202-564-0781 

Coursen.david@epa.gov 

office of International and Tribal affairs 

OITA plays a crucial role in advancing the United 

States’ international environmental priorities. 

Working with the experts from EPA’s other 

program and regional offices, other government 

agencies, and other nations and international 

organizations, OITA identifies international 

environmental issues and helps implement 

technical and policy options to address them. 

OITA is comprised of a multi-disciplinary staff 

who respect and reflect the diversity of the 

global community. OITA’s mission is to protect 

human health and environment while advancing 

U.S. national interests through international 

environmental collaboration. OITA also 

includes the American Indian Environmental 

Office (AIEO), which leads and coordinates the 

Agency-wide effort to strengthen public health 

and environmental protection in Indian country, 

with a special emphasis on helping tribes 

administer their own environmental programs. 

American Indian Environmental Office (AIEO) 

Dianne Briggs 

202-564-0279 

Briggs.dianne@epa.gov 

office of research and Development 

Science at EPA provides the foundation for 

credible decision-making to safeguard human 

health and ecosystems from environmental 

pollutants. ORD is the scientific research arm of 

EPA, whose leading-edge research helps provide 

the solid underpinning of science and technology 

for the Agency. The work at ORD laboratories, 

research centers, and offices across the country 

helps improve the quality of air, water, soil, and 

the way we use resources. 

Jason Edwards 

202-564-5568 

Edwards.jason@epa.gov 

office of Solid Waste and Emergency 

response 

OSWER provides policy, guidance and direction 

for the Agency’s emergency response and waste 

programs. We develop guidelines for the land 

disposal of hazardous waste and underground 

storage tanks. We provide technical assistance 

to all levels of government to establish safe 

practices in waste management. We administer 

the Brownfields program which supports state 

and local governments in redeveloping and 

reusing potentially contaminated sites. We also 

manage the Superfund program, which responds 

to abandoned and active hazardous waste sites 

and accidental oil and chemical releases. Finally, 

we encourage innovative technologies to address 

contaminated soil and groundwater. 

pat Carey 

202-566-0199 

Carey.pat@epa.gov 
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office of Water 

OW ensures drinking water is safe, and restores 

and maintains oceans, watersheds, and their 

aquatic ecosystems to protect human health, 

support economic and recreational activities, 

and provide healthy habitat for fish, plants, and 

wildlife. 

alice Walker 

202-529-7534 

Walker.alice@epa.gov 

Epa region 1 

Boston (serving Connecticut, Maine, 

Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, 

and Vermont) 

amy Braz 

EJ Coordinator 

5 Post Office Square, Suite 100 

MC: ORA 19-1 

Boston, MA 02109-3912 

617-918-1346 

braz.amy@epa.gov 

Office of the Regional Counsel 

pam Hill 

Deputy Director 

617-918-1092 

hill.pam@epa.gov 

Office of Ecosystem Protection 

Ken moraff 

Deputy Director 

617-918-1502 

moraff.ken@epa.gov 

Office of Environmental Stewardship 

Samuel Silverman 

Deputy Director 

617-918-1731 

silverman.samuel@epa.gov 

Office of Site Remediation and Restoration 

rich Cavagnero 

Deputy Director 

617-918-1202 

cavagnero.rich@epa.gov 

Office of Administration and Resource 

Management 

Fred Weeks 

Deputy Director 

617-918-1855 

weeks.fred@epa.gov 

Office of Environmental Measurement and 

Evaluation 

robert maxfield 

Deputy Director 

617-918-8640 

maxfield.robert@epa.gov 

Office of Civil Rights & Urban Affairs 

Sharon Wells 

617-918-1007 

wells.sharon@epa.gov 

Epa region 2 

New York (serving New Jersey, New York, 

Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and seven Tribal 

Nations) 

Terry Wesley 

Regional EJ Coordinator 

Office of Strategic Programs 

Office of the Regional Administrator 

290 Broadway 

New York, NY 10007 

212-637-5027 

wesley.terry@epa.gov 

Office of the Regional Administrator 

pat Evangelista 

212-637-4447 

evangelista.pat@epa.gov 
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Office of Regional Counsel 

paul Simon 

212-637-3152 

simon.paul@epa.gov 

naomi Shapiro 

212-637-3221 

shapiro.naomi@epa.gov 

Office of Policy and Management 

rabi Kieber 

212-637-4448 

kieber.rabi@epa.gov 

yvette Cardona 

212-637-3409 

marcardona.yvette@epa.gov 

Division of Enforcement and Compliance 

Assistance 

Derval Thomas 

212-637-4028 

thomas.derval@epa.gov 

Division of Environmental Planning and 

Protection 

William Baker 

212-637-3733 

baker.william@epa.gov 

muhammad Hatim 

212-637-3855 

hatim.muhammad@epa.gov 

Emergency and Remedial Response Division 

Vince pitruzzello 

212-637-4354 

pitruzzello.vince@epa.gov 

Schenine mitchell 

212-637-3283 

mitchell.schenine@epa.gov 

Division of Environmental Science and 

Assessment 

linda mauel 

732-321-6766 

mauel.linda@epa.gov 

Kim Brandon-Bazile 

732-321-6711 

brandon-bazile@epa.gov 

Public Affairs Division 

peter Brandt 

212-637-3657 

brandt.peter@epa.gov 

natalie loney 

212-637-3639 

loney.natalie@epa.gov 

Caribbean Environmental Protection Division 

Jose Font 

787-977-5815 

font.jose@epa.gov 

Cristina maldonado 

787-977-5835 

maldonado.cristina@epa.gov 

Epa region 3 

Philadelphia (serving Delaware, District of 

Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, 

and West Virginia) 

reginald Harris 

1650 Arch St. (MC-3EC00) 

Philadelphia, PA 19103 

215-814-2988 

Harris.reginald@epa.gov 

Land and Chemicals Division 

Jacqueline morrison 

215-814-5664 

morrison.jacqueline@epa.gov 
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Air Protection Division 

Janice Bolden 

215-814-2185 

bolden.janice@epa.gov 

Hazardous Site Cleanup Division 

raj Sharma 

215-814-3260 

sharma.raj@epa.gov 

Environmental Assessment and Innovation 

Division 

richard paiste 

215-814-5739 

paiste.richard@epa.gov 

Water Protection Division 

David Greaves 

215-814-5729 

greaves.david@epa.gov 

Tiana Blount 

215-814-5413 

blount.tiana@epa.gov 

Office of Public Affairs 

Terri White 

215-814-5523 

white.terri-a@epa.gov 

Office of State and Congressional Relations 

Catherine libertz 

215-814-2737 

libertz.catherine@epa.gov 

Office of Enforcement, Compliance and 

Environmental Justice 

reginald Harris 

215-814-2988 

harris.reggie@epa.gov 

Office of Policy and Management 

Erin Sullivan 

215-814-5564 

sullivan.erinc@epa.gov 

Office of Regional Counsel 

neil Bigioni 

215-814-2781 

bigioni.neil@epa.gov 

Chesapeake Bay Program Office 

reginald parrish 

410-267-5772 

parrish.reginald@epa.gov 

Epa region 4 

Georgia (serving Alabama, Florida, Georgia, 

Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South 

Carolina, Tennessee and six Tribal Nations) 

Office of the Regional Administrator 

Denise Tennessee, p.E. 

Acting Director 

Office of Environmental Justice 

Office of the Regional Administrator 

61 Forsyth Street, SW 

Atlanta, GA 30303 

404-562-9703 

Tennessee.denise@epa.gov 

Cynthia peurifoy 

Environmental Justice Coordinator 

404-562-9649 

Peurifoy.cynthia@epa.gov 

Air, Pesticides, Toxics Management Division 

Beverly Banister 

Division Director 

404-562-9077 

Banister.beverly@epa.gov 

Jeaneanne Gettle 

Chief, Pesticides and Toxic Substances Branch 

404-562-9077 

Gettle.jeaneanne@epa.gov 
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Office of Environmental Accountability 

Scott Gordon 

Deputy Division Director 

404-562-9655 

Gordon.scott@epa.gov 

Office of External Affairs 

James pinkney 

Public Affairs Specialist 

404-562-8327 

Pinkney.james@epa.gov 

Office of Policy and Management 

Cory Berish 

Deputy Assistant Regional Administrator 

404-562-8295 

Berish.cory@epa.gov 

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act 

Division 

matt robbins 

Program Advisor 

404-562-8651 

Robbins.matt@epa.gov 

Science and Ecosystem Support Division 

marilyn maycock 

Chief, Quality Assurance Branch 

706-355-8500 

Maycock.marilyn@epa.gov 

Superfund Division 

Barbara alfano 

Acting Chief, Public Affairs and Outreach 

404-562-8583 

Alfano.barbara@epa.gov 

Water Protection Division 

Becky allenbach 

Chief, Safe Drinking Water Branch 

404-562-9345 

Allenbach.becky@epa.gov 

Epa region 5 

Chicago (serving Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, 

Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin) 

lara lasky 

77 West Jackson Blvd., C-14J 

Chicago, IL 60604-3507 

312-353-5614 

lasky.lara@epa.gov 

Air and Radiation Division 

marypat Tyson 

312-886-3006 

Tyson.marypat@epa.gov 

Land and Chemicals Division 

Willie Harris 

312-353-2306 

harris.willie@epa.gov 

Water Division 

andrew Tschampa 

312-886-6136 

tschampa.andrew@epa.gov 

Office of Enforcement and Compliance 

Assurance 

alan Walts 

312-353-8894 

walts.alan@epa.gov 

Office of Civil Rights 

margrett Hardman 

312-886-3446 

hardman.margrett@epa.gov 

Office of Regional Counsel 

Diana Embil 

312-886-7889 

embil.diana@epa.gov 
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Epa region 6 

Dallas (serving Arkansas, Louisiana, New 

Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas) 

Israel anderson (EJ Team Leader) 

Fountain Place, 12th Floor 

1445 Ross Ave., (6RA-D) 

Dallas, TX 75202-2733 

214-665-3138 

anderson.israel@epa.gov 

Office of External Affairs 

Darlene Sanchez 

214-665-2778 

sanchez.darlene@epa.gov 

Management Division 

margie Floyd 

214-665-8461 

floyd.margie@epa.gov 

Multimedia Planning and Permitting Division 

pamela J. phillips 

214-665-7160 

phillips.pamelaj@epa.gov 

Wendy Jacques 

214-665-7395 

jacques.wendy@epa.gov 

Superfund Division 

Janetta Coats 

214-665-7308 

coats.janetta@epa.gov 

rita Ware 

214-665-6409 

ware.rita@epa.gov 

Office of Regional Counsel 

Sherry Brown-Wilson 

214-665-8050 

brown-wilson.sherry@epa.gov 

Compliance Assurance and Enforcement 

Division 

Teresa Cooks 

214-665-8145 

cooks.teresa@epa.gov 

Water Quality Protection Division 

lisa pham 

214-665-8326 

pham.lisa@epa.gov 

Office of Environmental Justice and Tribal 

Affairs 

nelda perez 

214-665-2209 

perez.nelda@epa.gov 

Shirley Quinones 

214-665- 2713 

quinones.shirley@epa.gov 

linda Falk 

214-665- 8535 

falk.linda@epa.gov 

Charlotte runnels 

214-665-2209 

runnels.charlotte@epa.gov 

James leathers 

214-665-6569 

leathers.james@epa.gov 

mark allen 

214-665-2719 

allen.mark@epa.gov 

Tressa Tillman 

214-665-2261 

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Epa region 7 

Kansas City (serving Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, 

and Nebraska) 

althea moses 

901 North 5th Street (ECORA) 

Kansas City, KS 66101. 

913-551-7649 

Moses.althea@epa.gov 

Epa region 8 

Denver (serving Colorado, Montana, North 

Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming) 

art palomares 

1595 Wynkoop Street 

Denver, CO 80202-1129 

303-312-6053 

Palomares.art@epa.gov 

Epa region 9 

San Francisco (serving Arizona, California, 

Hawaii, Nevada, American Samoa, 

Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana 

Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, 

Marshall Islands, and Republic of Palau) 

Deldi reyes 

75 Hawthorne Street (CED-1) 

San Francisco, CA 94105 

415-972-3795 

Reyes.deldi@epa.gov 

Air Division 

richard Grow 

415-947-4104 

grow.richard@epa.gov 

Communities and Ecosystems Division 

Deldi reyes 

415-972-3795 

reyes.deldi@epa.gov 

Office of Regional Counsel 

Joann asami 

415-972-3929 

asami.joann@epa.gov 

Superfund Division 

Dana Barton 

415-972-3087 

barton.clancy@epa.gov 

Waste Management Division 

arlene Kabei 

415-972-3312 

kabei.arlene@epa.gov 

Water Division 

loretta Vanegas 

415-972-3433 

vanegas.loretta@epa.gov 

Epa region 10 

Seattle (serving Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, 

Washington, and Native Tribes) 

running Grass 

Regional EJ Coordinator 

Office of Ecosystems, Tribal and Public Affairs 

Ecosystems and Community Health Unit U.S. 

EPA, Region 10 

1200 Sixth Ave., Suite 900, 086 

Seattle, Washington 98101 

206-553-2899 

Grass.Running@epa.gov 

Office of Ecosystems, Tribal and Public Affairs 

Sheryl Stohs 

206-553-0250 

Stohs.Sheryl@epa.gov 

Wenona Wilson 

206-553-2148 

Wilson.Wenona@epa.gov 

a product of the 

Federal Interagency Working Group 

on Environmental Justice 

August 2011