Laurel Olsen-Horen

Laurel Olsen-Horen is the community engagement specialist for Utilities Engineering, a division of the Public Works Department, City of Boulder. In her role, Olsen-Horen is dedicated to educating community members to obtain a better understanding of the flood risks found within the community. Following the 2013 Colorado floods, she worked directly with impacted city residents to assist their recovery efforts and navigate through the flood processes of both the city and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. In addition to flood outreach and education, Olsen-Horen serves as a city representative for the Keep It Clean Partnership; an organization comprised of seven partner communities to collaborate on stormwater management and watershed outreach efforts.