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David Hufford, '67
Retired wastewater operations division manager, David Hufford, ’67
worked for the city of Tacoma’s Public Works for thirty years in
Washington state. During this time, Hufford developed a sustainable
wastewater treatment program in which wastewater byproducts are used
to make fertilizer. These bio solids are mixed with sand, sawdust, and
other natural ingredients to produce an EPA top-rated and locally made
soil that Tacoma green thumbs use in their gardens.
Despite his retirement in 2003, Hufford continues to be active in the
Tacoma community. He sits on the committee for the City of University
Place, is a member of the Pierce County Neighborhood Emergency Team,
and also sits on several committees within the Washington State
Department of Ecology. He also hosts an annual National Neighborhood
Night Out wherein neighbors, city council members, police and firemen
gather for an informational meeting.
Hufford has won
numerous awards for his work in environmental sustainability. Some of
these include three national awards from the Environmental Protection
Agency, the Environmental Award from the Association of Metropolitan
Sewage Agencies, and a Lifetime Honorary Membership to the Board of
Directors at Northwest Biosolids Management Association.
In
his retirement, Hufford and his wife spend their time traveling
throughout the United States in their RV. The couple has five children
and six grandchildren whom they visit on these ventures. Between
trips, they reside in University Place, Washington.
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