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Randel Jon Schrader AICP

Urban, Regional, and Transportation Planner

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http://linkedin.com/in/randy-schrader

Versatile professional with a proven track record of designing and executing sustainable urban planning and transportation solutions to enhance mobility and accessibility within urban environments across local, state, and regional settings; complemented by robust project management skills and the acquisition of needed funding. Passionate about creating people-centric infrastructure and transportation systems that prioritize safety, environmental consciousness, equitable mobility, and social impartiality by capitalizing on a solid knowledge of sound transportation principles, urban planning concepts, and emerging trends, including the continuation of Smart Cities tenets. Committed to nurturing resilient infrastructure, capable of withstanding and adapting to forthcoming challenges, thereby securing long-term sustainability of urban mobility solutions. Skilled in assessing environmental impact of proposed infrastructure plans to ensure transportation projects’ compliance with environmental standards and regulations. Successful in leading public and community outreach initiatives, seeking input from residents and stakeholders to identify transportation needs and create inclusive transportation solutions. Areas of Expertise

Multi-modal Transportation Planning

Project Lifecycle Management

Creative Problem-solving

Grant Writing

Strategic Planning & Execution

Environmental Stewardship

Community Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Urban & Regional Planning Practices

Cross-functional Collaboration

Microsoft Office Suite

Social Inclusivity

Professional Experience

Bike Walk – Central Florida 2019 – 2023

Community Outreach Specialist, Crosswalk Observation, and Data Collector Educate public and professionals through outreach and support initiatives at community and public engagements. Conduct presentations and deliver informative sessions to disseminate essential information. Ensure comprehensive documentation by recording all activities. Execute program's operational aspects with precision and efficiency. Administer all key aspects of pedestrian safety initiative.

● Oversaw end-to-end implementation of Best Foot Forward program, focusing on bicycle and pedestrian safety.

● Engaged in tabling at local events to promote awareness and foster fruitful relationships. Department of Development Services – City of Kissimmee Senior Planner

Performed sophisticated professional tasks pertaining to diverse planning projects and project management. Facilitated coordination of departmental interactions and support with general public, elected officials, City boards (Board of Adjustment, Planning Advisory Board, and City Commission), development community, representatives from private and governmental agencies, City staff, and diverse stakeholders engaged in City planning programs. Supported preparation, revision, and updates of the City's Comprehensive Plan, Bicycle

& Pedestrian Plan, growth and development policies, development review, and transportation plans.

● Performed grant writing, developed RFPs, scopes of work, project deliverables, budgets, and schedules, and conducted consultant and vendor selection, as well as contract administration. Key Projects

Central Avenue Corridor Study (aka Healthy Central Ave) May 2018

● Conducted a complete streets corridor study for N Central Avenue and secondary study corridors within the Kissimmee Medical Arts District to enhance mobility and accessibility along corridor by identifying multi-modal transportation system improvements through Healthy Community Design.

● Successfully achieved defined objectives by devising alternative solutions to augment pedestrian travel and connectivity, optimize traffic circulation, and accommodate future demand arising from Kissimmee's SunRail station. Downtown Kissimmee Corridor Study (aka Connect Kissimmee) Jun 2016 Page 2 2

● Implemented Connect Kissimmee, a complete streets corridor study spanning West Emmett Street, Broadway, and North Main Street, from South John Young Parkway (US 17/92) to Vine Street (US 192) to optimize mobility and accessibility to Downtown Kissimmee through identification of enhancements to multimodal transportation system in the vicinity. Shingle Creek Regional Trail (aka SCRT) 2007 – 2018

● Engaged in the SCRT, a 32-mile multi-use recreational trail project involving local governments, including the City of Kissimmee, Osceola County, the City of Orlando, and Orange County, connecting Kissimmee to Wekiva Springs State Park and Orlando to Mascotte, as a key north-south connector in a larger regional trail network. City of Kissimmee Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and Complete Streets Jul 2010

● Developed a robust plan as a definitive guide for establishment of facilities and amenities to support bicycling and pedestrian activities both within Kissimmee and across broader region.

● Implemented a Wayfinding Signage Plan and Pilot Project in conjunction with a Bike Share Program Study.

● Contributed to seamless and timely implementation of the Kissimmee Trail Bridge, Complete Streets Policies, and participated in the MPO Orlando Complete Streets Case Study of Columbia Avenue. Education

Master of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies (Pending Final Capstone Project) University of Central Florida – Orlando, FL Smart Cities Graduate Certificate (Awaiting UCF Codifying Policy Change) University of Central Florida – Orlando, FL Urban and Regional Planning Graduate Certificate University of Central Florida – Orlando, FL Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration, Minor in Business Administration University of Central Florida – Orlando, FL Pi Sigma Epsilon, Marketing, and Sales Management Fraternity University of Central Florida – Orlando, FL Certifications

American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) FDOT Local Agency Program Certification Intend to pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification: U.S. Green Building Council Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) Designation Sustainability Excellence Associate: International Society of Sustainability Professionals Professional Affiliations

American Planning Association Smart Cities Council Florida Planning and Zoning Association Strong Towns Union of Concerned Scientists Urban Land Institute Congress for the New Urbanism Smart Growth America Committee Appointments & Municipal Commitments

• City of Kissimmee: Development Review, Commission, Planning Advisory Board, Board of Adjustment

• SunRail Technical Advisory Committee

• Central FL Commuter Rail Commission

• Lynx Transit Regional Working Group

• East Central Florida Regional Planning Council Integrating Health in Planning Committee

• Bike/Walk Central FL’s Best Foot Forward Steering Committee

• Osceola County Community Traffic Safety Team

• Osceola County Land Conservation Advisory Board

• MetroPlan Orlando Committees and Working Groups: o Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee (Vice-chair) Technical Advisory Committee (Alternate) Transportation Systems Management & Operations Advisory Committee (alternate) Central Florida MPO Alliance MetroPlan Orlando Board Community Advisory Board Municipal Advisory Committee Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Action Plan Committee Regional Leadership Council Bicycle & Pedestrian Counts Program Bike-share Working Group Project Prioritization Subcommittees Performance Measures Working Group Trail Traffic Control Working Group Complete Streets Program Task Force Committee Restructure Task Force Land Use Subcommittee Legislative Task Force

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