Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority
Hanford Kwong possesses extensive experience in various roles related to biology and outdoor education. Currently serving as Open Space Tech I at Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority since July 2020, Hanford has also held positions in marine mammal rescue at The Marine Mammal Center since January 2014 and as a Lead Softgoods Specialist and Outdoor School Instructor at REI since October 2011. Previous roles include Pest Detection Specialist and Biologist for the County of San Mateo from June 2016 to November 2017 and Lab Technician at Hackett Lab from 2010 to 2011. Hanford holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from The University of Arizona, as well as additional educational experience from Pima Community College and Foothill College.
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Santa Clara Valley Open Space Authority
For 25 years, the Santa Valley Open Space Authority – in partnership with community members, nonprofits, and other agencies – has contributed to the quality of life in our community by efficiently protecting our land and water. The Authority’s legacy includes: • Safeguarding water resources • Preserving iconic landscapes and views, which help attract a highly qualified workforce to support our local economy and protect our high quality of life • Outdoor and science education opportunities for children and other local residents • Providing urban open space and outdoor recreational areas, improving public access to open lands and protecting natural wildlife and habitat • Preserving working lands and ranches, which limit urban sprawl and traffic, protect the Valley’s history, and provide locally-grown food for a healthy food supply and to boost the local economy • We’re proud that our “common sense” approach to urban growth, in partnership with all manner of civic leaders and organizations, has led to permanent protection of 20,000 acres of open space lands