Maine Science Podcast - Megan Hess, episode 105

A conversation with Megan Hess, the Public Works Director for the Town of Orono.

Megan's science background focused on aquatic entomology and she entered town government work as an environmental specialist handling stormwater management and invasive species removal. Megan became the Director of Public Works for the Town of Orono in July 2026, and she leans into both her educational and work experience in science in this role.

This conversation was recorded in August 2026.