Leslie Lilly
Environmental Conservation Program Manager
City of Austin Watershed Protection Department
City of Austin Watershed Protection Department
As the Environmental Policy Manager for the City of Austin’s Watershed Protection Department, Leslie specializes in the intersection of environmental policy, urban ecology, and climate resilience. With a deep background in biological sciences and geography, she leads complex regulatory initiatives that include water quality and environmental protection.
Her career is rooted in a commitment to environmental stewardship, having served as Conservation Director for The Trail Conservancy and managed large-scale production for JBG Organic Farms. She holds a B.A. in Biology from Reed College and is expanding her expertise through a Master of Science in Sustainability, Security, and Resilience at Ohio University.
Beyond policy, she is an ISA Certified Arborist, a Texas Master Naturalist, and a passionate cyclist. She is a dedicated advocate for Austin’s natural landscapes with a lifelong passion for conservation.