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Company News
In October, 2011, Marsha Carson, LEED-AP, ARCSA-AP, CLIA, CGIA, LI17105, was elected by the Dallas Irrigation Association Board of Directors to serve on the Board of Trustees of the Texas Turf Irrigation Association (TTIA) beginning in January 2012 for a two year term. The Board of Trustees of the TTIA is comprised of representatives from every local irrigation association across the state and represents the irrigation industry at the state level. TTIA efforts were key in accomplishing the passage of important House Bills which promote and protect the integrity of the industry. You can follow the TTIA efforts in the state of Texas by visiting their website: http://www.ttia.us/index.asp
John C. Nowotny of Winter Haven, FL recently demonstrated professional competency by successfully completing the CERTIFIED ARBORIST examination administered through the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and the local chapter of the ISA.
The purpose of the ISA Certification Program is to improve the level of knowledge and standard of practice within the tree care profession. It is designed to assist the public in identifying those professionals in arboriculture who have demonstrated, through a professionally developed examination and education program, a thorough knowledge of tree care practices. All Certified Arborists carry a wallet identification card for verification. * Certification is valid for three years. The ISA program tests and certifies an individual’s knowledge in the field of Arboriculture.
The International Society of Arboriculture is a scientific and educational organization devoted to the dissemination of information in the care and preservation of shade and ornamental trees.
ISA’s Certification Program is designed to promote the professional development of those involved in the field of arboriculture or tree care. When contracting for your tree care needs, contact individuals who are certified through this voluntary program
Judy Jensen, CLIA, CGIA, LEED-AP achieved Certified Irrigation Designer (CID) Commercial accreditation through the Irrigation Association (IA) in July 2011. To achieve this certification, candidates must have 3 years minimum irrigation experience or education, pass a series of three written exams on general irrigation and specialty topics, agree to a code of ethics established by the IA board and submit ongoing continuing education credits through the IA bi-annually.
May 31, 2011
John C. Nowotny of Winter Haven, FL recently received the CGIA – Certified Golf Irrigation Auditor certification from the Irrigation Association in May, 2011. To receive this certification from the Irrigation Association, a candidate must have 1 year of verifiable experience in the irrigation field, be accepted as a candidate by the Irrigation Association. The candidate must score a passing grade on the examination and perform field tests on a golf course irrigation system to determine efficiency, as well as how to combine plant water use, soils and local weather data to calculate accurate watering schedules for irrigation systems. Most importantly, a Certified Golf Irrigation Auditor deals directly with the issue of wise water use on the landscape.
Marsha L. Carson, CLIA, CGIA, ARCSA-AP, LEED-AP was elected to the Board of Directors of the Dallas Irrigation Association on January 18, 2011 in the annual membership meeting which included voting for the new board members for the first time in the association's history. The organization represents irrigation professionals in the North Texas/Dallas metropolitan area, and is represented by the Texas Turf Irrigation Association at the state level. Her term will last for two years.
August 21, 2010
JC Nowotny, CLIA recently passed the Florida FNGLA (Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association) Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) program. The FNGLA Certified Horticulture Professional (FCHP) program is the industry's only standard for measuring horticulture knowledge on everything from plant and pest identification to landscape management. Candidates must pass a comprehensive four-part online written exam to demonstrate knowledge about plant identification, disease and insect control, plant biology and landscape management. FCHP promotes professionalism among horticulture professionals, including nursery, greenhouse, landscape and retail garden center employees. The FCHP program has been in existence since 1984 with more than 1,100 certified professionals statewide.
August 16, 2010
Marsha L. Carson, CLIA, CGIA, ARCSA-AP, LEED-AP hosted Workshop Session titled: "Water Session - Efficient Outdoor Water Use" at the GovEnergy Conference at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, TX August 15th-18th. Workshop sessions are led by subject experts, offering detailed information to support daily operations as well as long-term energy management goals affecting federal agencies. The conference focused primarily on helping federal agencies meet the new Executive Order 13423, which mandated reduced energy and water consumption, by 2% annually through 2015, and was attended by Federal Government Employees from all departments and divisions from all over the country.
August 01, 2010
Aaron Smith, ASIC and JC Nowotny, CLIA began a three-month evaluation of the Cinco Ranch Community in Katy, Texas. This 5,000 plus acre community will be analyzed for reducing water use as part of an agreement with the Cinco Ranch Master Utility District One (MUD 1).
June 28, 2010
Aaron Smith, ASIC and JC Nowotny, CLIA coordinated a pilot project in Highland County which involves bringing a mobile irrigation lab to 35 homeowners residing in the city of Sebring. The lab will evaluate residential irrigation systems and develop customized recommendations on irrigation equipment, management practices, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ and irrigation schedules. In addition, all irrigation systems that do not have an automatic shut-off device will be provided with the device and installation. Read the article.
May 29, 2010
Marsha L. Carson, CLIA, CGIA, ARCSA-AP, LEED-AP gave a presentation titled: "Fundamentals of Irrigation and Controlling Water Use" at the City of Southlake where they hosted an exhibit called "Rock the Green Revolution" in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institute. The City was the first in the country to host the traveling exhibit, which highlighted Climate, Recycling, Food & Composting, Renewable Energy, and Water Resources.
May 26, 2010
Todd Mohler, RLA was a panelist at The Florida Green, Energy & Climate Conference/Expo in West Palm Beach. The panel discussed the reduction of impacts to infrastructure and both water and energy conservation. Learn more about the program.
April 26, 2010
Aaron Smith, ASIC attended the Annual ASIC convention in Monterey, CA where Robert Glennon opened the conference's educational component with, "The Great Thirst, Shining the Light on Water". Beacon on the Bay then plunged into a compelling program focused on alternative water resource development and quality; creating programs to reward water conservation; the future of the Irrigation Consultant; and important industry updates. Featured speakers included water reuse guru Dr. Ali Harivandi; Wayne Owens on "How to Get Paid"; Geologist Keil Albert on tapping hidden water resources; Monterey Water Management District's Stephanie Pintar on Water Demand Management; and others.
April 14, 2010
Marsha L. Carson, CLIA, CGIA, ARCSA-AP, LEED-AP gave a presentation titled: "Green Water" Alternative Water Resources and Green Building to WKMC Architects in Dallas, TX.
In March of 2010 Todd Mohler earned the Irrigation Association’s Certified Irrigation Designer – Residential certification (CID-R). Todd now has earned three of the CID certifications (Golf, Commercial and Residential) in addition to being an IA certified Contractor (CIC) and an IA certified Landscape and Golf Irrigation Auditor (CGIA, CLIA).
January 4, 2010
Todd Mohler, RLA completed his apprenticeship in the Florida Water Star℠ program and is now a Florida Water Star℠ Certifier. The Florida Water Star? program is owned and managed by the St. John's River Water Management District. It is a voluntary certification program for new and existing residential and commercial developments that encourages water efficiency in household appliances, plumbing fixtures, irrigation systems and landscapes. Learn more about the program.
August 25, 2009
Todd Mohler, RLA attended the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association's (ARCSA) annual National conference "Rainwater - The Forgotten Resource" September 14-16, 2009 in Decatur, Georgia. The conference was planned for Decatur, near Atlanta, due to its location at the heart of our nation's growing concern over dwindling water supplies. ARCSA is dedicated to educating the public on how to harvest and use rainwater and, in turn, reduce the demand for treated water.
JC Nowotny received the CLIA - Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor certification from the Irrigation Association in August, 2009. To receive this certification from the Irrigation Association, a candidate must have 1 year of verifiable experience in the irrigation field, be accepted as a candidate by the Irrigation Association. The candidate must score a passing grade on the examination and perform field tests on landscape irrigation systems to determine efficiency, as well as how to combine plant water use, soils and local weather data to calculate accurate watering schedules for irrigation systems. Most importantly, a Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor deals directly with the issue of wise water use on the landscape.
July 23, 2009
Todd Mohler, RLA attended the Florida Chapter ASLA annual conference in Fort Myers, FL.
July 21, 2009
Aaron Smith, ASIC attended the Florida Irrigation Society annual conference in Orlando, FL.
July 10, 2009
Aaron Smith, ASIC completed the UF TREEO Backflow Certification Tester program and is now a certified cross-connection tester.
June 6, 2009
Marsha L. Carson, CLIA, CGIA, ARCSA-AP, LEED-AP, has achieved LEED Accredited Professional status with the GBCI. Learn more about LEED.
May, 2009
Aaron Smith, ASIC attended the American Society of Irrigation Consultants annual conference in St. Augustine, FL.
May 6, 2009
Masuen Consulting is quoted in the May edition of Texas Nursery and Landscape Magazine. Read the article.
March 3, 2009
Masuen Consulting is quoted in the February edition of Landscape and Irrigation. Read the atricle.
January 20, 2009
Todd Mohler attended Successful Water Conservation Projects - A How-to Workshop and Vendor Fair on Tuesday, January 20th, 2009 at the SFWMD Headquarters in West Palm Beach, FL. This 1 day workshop was aimed at municipal agencies, utilities, homeowners associations and industrial, commercial and institutional water users to learn how to design and implement conservation initiatives that save water and money.
January 16, 2009
New Consultant! - Masuen Consulting would like to welcome our latest edition to our ever growing firm J.C. Nowotny. J.C. comes to us from Ginn Development Co. and has over 5 years experience in the irrigation industry.
November 15, 2008
Marsha Carson and Judy Jensen received the CGIA - Certified Golf Irrigation Auditors certification from the Irrigation Association in November, 2008. To receive this certification from the Irrigation Association, a candidate must have 1 year of verifiable experience in the irrigation field, be accepted as a candidate by the Irrigation Association. The candidate must score a passing grade on the examination and perform field tests on golf course irrigation systems to determine efficiency, as well as how to combine plant water use, soils and local weather data to calculate accurate watering schedules for irrigation systems. Most importantly, a Certified Golf Irrigation Auditor deals directly with the issue of wise water use on the golf course.
September 22, 2008
Marsha Carson attended the Basic Irrigation Class in June and took the state licensing exam in July for the Texas Irrigators License. She received her license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) on Sept. 22, 2008, License No. 17105. The state of Texas defines a Licensed Irrigator as: one who can sell, design, consult, install, maintain, alter, repair, or service an irrigation system including the connection of such system to a private or public, raw or potable water supply or any water supply. This includes water wells and unincorporated areas of the state.To pass the licensing exam and become a Licensed Irrigator you must be proficient in plot plan development, head layout, zoning & pipe sizing. Licensed Irrigators must also demonstrate proficiency in industry terminology and installation methods, cross connection control and associated equipment, reading blueprints, wiring standards, calculating wire size, reading pressure loss charts, how elevation affects pressure, hydraulics. Every irrigation project completed in the state of Texas must be done so under the direct supervision of a Licensed Irrigator.
September 5, 2008
Michele Masuen and Mitchel Walker recently attended the Ewing Irrigation sponsored 'Water Summit 2008' in Seattle Washington. The conference focused on the irrigation industry in general and water conservation in particular. Guest speakers from around the country provided unique insight into the economics, challenges, current state, and a look at the future of the irrigation industry and water conservation.
June 28, 2008
Todd Mohler and Marsha Carson recently attended the ARCSA workshop and passed the exam for American Rainwater Catchment System Association-Accredited Professional which is based on the US Green Building Council's process for Rainwater Catchment Systems Accredited Professional. The purpose of accreditation is to recognize individuals who have demonstrated a competency of general knowledge and experience to provide advice and/or assistance in the use of rainwater capture and harvesting. To date ARCSA has 115 accredited Professionals.
June 18, 2008
Todd Mohler attended a Green Roof Symposium at the University of South Florida in Tampa. It is the first Green Roof event in the state. The workshop featured local and national experts in the design and implementation of green roofs. Regional case studies were featured and focus group sessions allowed attendees the chance to identify with relevant city officials dealing with policy obstacles. The event was sponsored by the Southwest Florida Water Management District and Green Roofs for Healthy Cities.
June 17, 2008
Marsha Carson received certificates for completing both an online LEED course and attending a LEED for New Construction Technical Review course in Austin, TX. The review course went beyond the basics and walked attendees through the LEED for New Construction v2.2 Rating System using examples, case studies and exercises to reinforce learning.
May 19, 2008
Mitch Walker, Michele Masuen and Aaron Smith attended the ASIC conference whose theme this year was "Rescuing Resources", focusing on conservation measures from the viewpoints of design, installation, maintenance and marketing. This year's conference location was in Napa,CA and is unique and distinctive as a prominent wine producing region while at the same time environmentally aware and focused on sustaining and renewing natural resources.
May 2, 2008
Aaron Smith is recognized by the American Society of Irrigation Consultants (ASIC) as a professional consultant.
April 25, 2008
Aaron Smith receives certification from Flowtronex at their Landscape School Program in Dallas, Texas.
April 22, 2008
Florida Friendly Landscaping Demonstration Garden in Honor of Earth Day. This demonstration garden was recently installed at the Orange County Administration Building on the corner of Jackson Street and South Rosalind Avenue in downtown Orlando. The low-volume drip irrigation system design to irrigate this garden was provided by Masuen Consulting LLC.
April 10, 2008
Judy Jensen, Training Coordinator with Masuen Consulting, has achieved LEED Accredited Professional status with the GBCI. Learn more about LEED.
April 8, 2008
The Emerging Green Builders of the Treasure Coast and Palm Beach Branch of the South Florida Chapter of the USGBC sponsors a "Building for a Greener Tomorrow" panel discussion about emerging trends and green building principles in the development industry. Masuen Consulting's Todd Mohler participated as a panel member to help answer questions about constructing a sustainable South Florida.
