Rebecca Pope
Ventura,CA
Summary
Thoughtful Urban Planner bringing expertise in public policy and plan development for local and regional government agencies. Strong problem solver and relationship builder.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Urban Planner I
Ascent Environmental Inc.
07.2020 - Current
- Conducts research and analysis of local building and planning code requirements, State laws and local ordinances, California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and official other local records to make recommendations for housing and community development
- Prepares government-certified documents such as housing elements, specific plans, zoning codes, and other policy documents
- Prepares presentations, graphics, workshop materials, etc
- Assists with overall project management and coordination.
Housing and Community Development Fellow
Placer County Community Development Resource Agency
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Adapted to various roles to meet agency needs and deadlines
- Performed legislative research and developed outreach materials for various stakeholders to promote the County’s housing programs and provide education
- Assisted with planning and development projects including implementation of Placer County’s 2013-2021 Housing Element
- Assisted in the development and marketing of an Accessory Dwelling Unit Resource Center to encourage residents to build more homes
- Led the creation of the FY2019 Annual Housing Progress Report to highlight housing-related activities, projects, and plans.
Education
BA - Environmental Studies
California State University of Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA12.2018
Skills
- Land Use Planning
- Policy Planning
- State and Local Codes
- Zoning Requirements
- Comprehensive Plans
- Housing Elements
- Community Outreach/Public Participation
- Data Analysis
- Research
- Technical Writing
- Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
- Adobe Suite Proficiency
Websites
Networks
American Planning Association
Timeline
Urban Planner I
Ascent Environmental Inc.
07.2020 - Current
Housing and Community Development Fellow
Placer County Community Development Resource Agency
08.2019 - 07.2020
BA - Environmental Studies
California State University of Monterey Bay