My name is Pat Crowley and I am the Drain Commissioner of Kalamazoo County. The Drain Commissioner creates and maintains the county drainage system and provides storm water guidance and support to Kalamazoo County.
Because Kalamazoo County has nearly one quarter of a million residents, more than 360 lakes and ponds, and hundreds of miles of streams, rivers, and drains, we need a Drain Commissioner who is qualified and experienced in Water Resources Management.
Since becoming Drain Commissioner three and a half years ago, I have been able to use all the education and experience that I had when I started. I have a master’s degree in Water Resources Management; a PhD in soil and water physics from MSU; and 25 years of experience working with people in all aspects of the water cycle. I have successfully taken on many difficult challenges and I respect a wide variety of opinions. I provide Kalamazoo County with inspired leadership that is sensitive, practical, and trustworthy.
