AUGUSTA — The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry recently announced Melissa Hamlin as the PFAS Fund management specialist.
Hamlin brings more than two decades of experience developing and executing complex projects, particularly in sustainable solutions within the marine construction environment. Her knowledge spans project and contract management in scientific and technical contexts, according to a news release.
As an attorney, Hamlin also has practiced land use, real property, municipal, environmental and conservation law, which provides a diverse skill set that aligns with the goals of the PFAS Fund. In her new role, she will play a key part in shaping and overseeing the PFAS Fund’s land acquisition and stewardship program while also supporting the fund’s direct aid initiatives for commercial farms.
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