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Paul Elston, New York League of Conservation Voters said, "I have had the opportunity to
work with Erin Crotty extensively on the Superfund Workgroup. I know her to be very smart,
knowledgeable, tough and dedicated to good environmental and public policy. In a difficult
discussion on Superfvnd, she demonstrated a strong and unbending commitment to public health
and the environment, and a sense of balance and practicality with respect to economic and business
interests. I think that she is an excellent choice by the Governor and I look forward to working with
her."
David J. Miller, Executive Director, National Audubon Society of New York State said,
"Governor Pataki has chosen well in Erin Crotty as the new Commissioner of the DEC. Audubon
has had the pleasure of working with her on issues ranging from the Clean Water Bond Act to the
restoration of Long Island Sound. Erin is a proven conservation leader and we look forward to
working with her again."
Aaron Mair, BoardPresident, ArborHill Environmental Justice Corporation said, "Governor
Pataki's selection of Erin Crotty exemplifies his consistent leadership and commitment to building
consensus and protecting the environment for all New Yorkers. We fully support and endorse the
selection of Erin for this important post."
Crotty earned her bachelor's degree from Russell Sage College in 1988 and master's in
Urban and Environmental Studies from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1992.
Crotty's nomination is subject to confirmation by the Senate. Gavin J. Donohue, the
Executive Deputy Commissioner at DEC, has been named as Acting Commissioner in the interim.
The Commissioner of Environmental Conservation's annual salary is 5136.000.
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