Douglas S. Gutro

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at U.S. EPA Region 1, adept in strategic management and community engagement. Excelled in partnership building and government relations, securing significant environmental policy advancements. Skilled in public speaking and analytical thinking, consistently achieved consensus on complex issues, enhancing municipal fiscal health and environmental standards.

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• School Committee Member, Quincy, MA, 01/01/18, Present, Collaborated with colleagues to reach consensus on the passage of school policy, curriculum changes, and budgetary decisions., Reviewed and approved $127.5 million FY 24 budget for QPS.
• Massachusetts Municipal Association Board of Directors Member, 01/01/08, 12/31/15, Active member of MMA BOD responsible for advocacy at the state level for funding and policy changes that benefit Massachusetts cities and towns.
• At-Large Councilor, Quincy, MA, 01/01/12, 12/31/14, Collaborated with colleagues to reach consensus on the passage of laws, and budgetary decisions.
• President, City Council, Quincy, MA, 01/01/06, 12/31/07, Effectively led a nine-member municipal legislative body during a two period, responsible for the passage of hundreds of laws.
• Ward Councilor, City Council, Quincy, MA, 01/01/02, 12/31/11, Through email, office hours, public meetings and hearings, solicited stakeholder feedback on neighborhood and municipal priorities.

• Results-driven executive with over 35 years experience and leadership in federal, state and municipal government.
• Extensive experience managing and developing employees, managing programs, and coordinating special projects with other departments.
• Deep knowledge of federal and state grant programs, especially in environmental, infrastructure, and public health.
• Proven success developing and executing communication strategies around administration priorities and sensitive or controversial actions, proposals, or decisions.
• Strong professional relationships with elected leaders, appointed leaders, and agency staff at federal, state and local levels as well as business, labor, and advocacy organizations and Congressional Office staff across New England.
• Demonstrated commitment to public involvement through both federal service and elected municipal leadership positions.
• Recognized for helping residents, especially in disadvantaged and underserved communities and neighborhoods, have a voice in decision-making and local zoning, planning, and conservation actions.
• Managed the successful adoption of economic and housing policies at the municipal level.
• Successfully advised senior administrators on environmental policy, strategic communication, messaging, public affairs and intergovernmental strategies.
• Accomplished educator, adjunct professor, and lecturer for 24 years - lauded for teaching and mentoring current and aspiring public administrators.