Irvine, California, United States
Managing projects for the District, which range from $2M – $80M in construction value; maintaining detailed projections for revenue and cost analysis used for planning, construction, budget management and reporting. Reviewing and analyzing condition of campus facilities, structures, and utilization; organizing capital improvements, modernization, leading preconstruction activities, conceptual and collaborative planning efforts. Monitoring residential, commercial and industrial activities that impact the district; participating in assessments and negotiations with developers.
Administered current and advanced planning activities, including complex development applications and special studies, i.e., specific plan amendments, site development permits, tentative tract/parcel maps, conditional use permits, variances, development agreements, precise plans, master sign programs, zoning text/map, general plan amendments, annual General Plan progress reports. Project Manager for the City’s 2009 Comprehensive General Plan Update, the City’s State certified 2013-2021 Housing Element, the North Laguna Hills Business Park Study and Action Plan, and the 5 Lagunas Project- a major redevelopment at the Laguna Hills Mall that proposed a mix of uses to include retail, restaurant, medical office, health club, a luxury theater and 1,000 multi-family residential units. Project Manager for the redevelopment of Oakbrook Village, a 2-phased, mixed-use redevelopment project that included 489 residential units and over 130,000 square feet of retail and restaurant uses. Administered county, state and federal grants, including CDBG resulting in the rehabilitation of residential homes, streets, a library and a senior center facility. City liaison for regional meetings relating to planning, land use, housing, air quality, water quality, transportation and environmental issues. City lead for all environmental review in accordance with the CEQA.
Administered current and advanced planning activities, including complex development applications and special studies. Oversaw implementation of the General Plan policies and Zoning Code regulations, including providing interpretations of the General Plan and Zoning Code, managing and preparing zoning text/map and general plan amendments and preparing General Plan Annual Progress Reports and Housing Element Annual Progress Reports. Prepared and supervised the preparation of environmental documents, including Notices of Exemption, Initial Studies, Negative Declarations, Environmental Impact Reports and addendums in accordance with the CEQA. Participated on panel discussions; represented the City at monthly OCCOG TAC meetings, SCAG meetings, and various regional meetings relating to planning, land use, housing, air quality, water quality, transportation and environmental issues; attended and participated in professional group meetings; stayed abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of urban planning and community development.
Prepared zoning code and general plan amendments processed development applications including variances, use permits, tentative maps, site development permits, and sign programs. Implemented CEQA mandates. Administered the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Presented to the Planning Commission, City Council, and various boards, commissions, and community groups.
Staffed the planning counter and provided general planning information to the public. Assisted with the preparation of the general plan elements and coordination of the development authorization process. Provided staff support to the City Council, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and Department Directors. Researched, summarized and made recommendations on proposed legislation. Performed follow-up research on citizen inquiries and complaint resolution. Prepared agenda reports, correspondence, speeches, memorandums, public service announcements and newsletter articles. Represented elected officials and city staff at community events and meetings.
Provided staff support in the areas of environmental issues, housing and community development, transit, cable television, code enforcement, emergency preparedness, and public safety. Staffed the City's Customer Service Center, responded to citizen inquiries and complaints; provided information on city programs and services; interpreted city ordinances, policies, and procedures. Designed and developed public information literature such as newsletter articles and brochures. Co-anchored the City's monthly cable show, "Views of La Mirada."