farewell & reflections:
Molly O’Toole & Associates, Ltd.
expertise for watershed & stormwater management + hazard mitigation planning
Over 20 years ago, Molly O’Toole & Associates began assisting government agencies and private companies in creating flood mitigation plans and watershed plans, and related projects and programs. The time has come to close our doors. Our work has been transferred to the Associates of Molly O’Toole and Associates! We are deeply grateful and appreciative of all of our many Associates. The joy and pride of having worked with you stays present in our minds.
Molly O'Toole & Associates’ work has been devoted to our clients, and their many stakeholders, including community residents. Every client and project brought enjoyment and fulfillment. With pride we worked with various community mitigation programs under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), including the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating System. The dedication and public service of FEMA employees, both past and present, are honored and appreciated. Our appreciation also goes to the state and local professionals that work to protect people and properties from the damage brought by floods and other natural disasters. The flood damage and loss of life that didn’t happen, due to the excellent work around the country by our entire flood mitigation profession, can never be measured. and only those who have experienced past flooding can truly understand the significance of not being affected.
Molly O’Toole & Associates extends its gratitude to those who educated and trained us The examples set, the fearlessness, and the innovations have all been inspiring. We are honored to have been part of this distinguished group.
As the flood and natural hazard profession moves forward, Molly O’Toole & Associates hopes that government agencies, developers, and consultants will broaden their perspectives. It is important to recognize that rivers and coasts depend on their floodplains and have a natural right to utilize them. Watersheds do not follow political boundaries, and we can do better to allow watersheds to accept and utilize rainfall as Mother Nature intended.

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