Jonathan K. Blake

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About Jonathan K. Blake

A highly motivated, energetic and self-driven urban planning professional with 17+ years in local government; I have significant project development, management, budgeting, research and analytical experience. I have been directly involved in planning, development and construction of multiple Local Planning Agency (LPA) transportation projects in excess of $10.7MM; and have successfully acquired $6.42MM in federal commitment towards these projects. I have also directly managed multiple LPA projects, with an estimated value of $2.6MM. I'm interested in opportunities to use my experience in a local government planning agency to grow in the planning profession, and expand my career. Specialties- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)- Local Public Agency Funding/Project Management - Municipal Annexation - Administration/Staff Management - Budget & Financial Management - Comprehensive Land Planning (Short- and Long-Term)- Zoning Ordinance interpretation and development - Land Negotiation and Acquisition (right-of-ways/easements)- Land Records Research and Entitlements - Capital Improvement Planning/Project Management Professional Credentials- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)- Local Public Agency Employee in Responsible Charge (ERC)