David Clapsaddle, AICP
Deltona, Fl. 32725
Cell: 386-***-****
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EXPERIENCE
Home Caretaker May, 2010 to Present
Since returning from Canada, I have served as a care-taker to my elderly parents it is a
primary reason why I located to this area. Specific duties include respite care, assist in
medicine administration, cleaning and home care.
Lac La Biche County
Manager of Planning and Development June, 2009 to May, 2010
Responsible for the direction of current and comprehensive planning for Lac La Biche
County, Alberta, Canada. Supervised those who administered the Land Use Bylaw,
Municipal Development Plan, Safety Codes and the preparation of rezoning, subdivision
and development permit applications for the Municipal Planning Commission and
County Council. Implemented new policies to improve customer service and processing
development applications.
GCGARCIA, INC.
Planning Director November, 2004 to March, 2009
Responsible for managing the entitlement process for existing and new clients of the
firm. Represent clients before all elected and appointed Commissions and Councils
throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Coordinate land development application materials
with the staff of all jurisdictions. Work with clients to develop ideas for development
projects. Acquire new clients and coordinate billing.
City of Las Vegas Department of Planning and Development
Planning Supervisor March,2002 to November, 2004
Responsible for the supervision of two teams composed of professional, technical and
clerical personnel engaged in the development of oral and written reports on land use
applications for the City of Las Vegas City Council and the Planning Commission on all
land development applications. Responsible for all personnel evaluations and preparation
of the department budget. Attended all Planning Commission meetings and City Council
meetings on an as needed basis.
State of Nevada Office of the State Treasurer
Executive Director, Nevada Prepaid Tuition Program April, 1998 to March, 2002
Responsible for the development of the first program in the history of the State designed
to help families save for their children’s higher education. Coordinated the activities of
consultants involved in marketing, actuarial and legal aspects of the program to ensure its
success. In four years, approximately 10,000 children were enrolled in the Program, with
assets in excess of $40 million.
City of Las Vegas Department of Planning and Development
Senior Planner June, 1993 to April, 1998
Responsible for leading a team of professional planners and administrative staff which
develops recommendations on rezoning petitions and comprehensive plan amendments
and prepare oral and written reports for the Planning Commission. Conduct meetings
with applicants, other staff departments, members of the development community and
neighborhood groups on all land development applications.
Representative Everett Kelly
Campaign Coordinator November, 1991 to January, 1993
Responsible for the coordination of the re-election campaign of the Speaker Pro-Tempore
of the Florida House of Representatives. Duties included appearing and speaking on
behalf of the candidate, contracting for print, radio, billboard and television advertising,
setting up fund-raisers and managing the volunteers of the campaign. Won re-election
with 69% of the vote in an election where approximately of incumbents were defeated.
All contracts were administered on time and on budget.
Henigar & Ray
Senior Planner June, 1991 to June, 1992
Responsible for the representation of clients before the staff Development Review
Committee and the County and City of Crystal River Planning and Zoning Commissions
and other state and regional planning agencies. Assisted in the preparation of revised
Land Development Regulations for the City of Winter Springs.
Lake County Division of Planning and Development
Director of Development April, 1985 to July, 1989
Supervised 11 professional and technical staff involved in the preparation and
presentation of recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, Board of
Zoning Appeals and Planning and Zoning Commission. Directed the activities of the
Planning Department, including administration of a contract with the East Central Florida
Regional Planning Council to map existing land uses. Administered the Zoning
Ordinance and coordinated developments of regional impact for the County.
EDUCATION
Graduate Studies
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
UNLV
Continuing Coursework
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
UNLV
Degree Conferred- May, 1996
Undergraduate Studies
Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Urban Studies
Jacksonville University
Degree Conferred- April, 1978
HONORS/ORGANIZATIONS
Elected, Founding Board- Pi Alpha Alpha Honors Society
Elected, Director, American Planning Association, Southern Section
Volunteer, Trauma Intervention Program
Member, American Institute of Certified Planners
Member, American Planning Association