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Town of Arlington Massachusetts - Suarez Named Assistant Director of DPCD 18 January 2024 ( news )
Town of Arlington , state Massachusetts ( By Press Release office)
Jan 18,2024
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Arlington’s Director of the Department of Planning and Community Development ( DPCD ) , Claire Ricker is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Suarez , AICP , as its Assistant Director . The Assistant Director of DPCD assists with management , oversight , and administration of Town planning and community development initiatives , including the development and implementation of Town Plans , such as the Town’s Master Plan , and will be responsible for the Town’s affordable housing efforts and monitoring . Sarah Suarez began her role on December 13 , 2023 .
“Sarah brings a variety of experiences to the Town which is welcome as the Town prepares to update its Master Plan , ” said Claire Ricker . “Her background as a city planner and her experience in the Arlington community as a real - estate advisor brings comprehensive knowledge of housing , municipal planning , and zoning to the team . ”
For the last decade Suarez worked as a Real Estate Advisor with Gibson | Sotheby’s International Realty ( formerly Bowes RE ) in Arlington . During this time , she analyzed town - specific zoning regulations and assisted both residential and commercial clients with zoning analyses and special permits . Prior to her real estate work Suarez served as the Senior Planner for the City of Hallandale Beach , Florida . In Hallandale Beach , she reviewed both small and large - scale residential and commercial building plans , conducted community outreach and engagement activities , developed relationships with local business leaders and civic groups , assisted with departmental budgeting , and mentored junior staff .
“Arlington is an amazing community that I first fell in love with as a teenager . I have family who are longtime Arlington residents and I would stay with them during the summers , ” said Suarez . “I am so excited to now join the DPCD team and look forward to working with residents , businesses , and the Redevelopment Board and Affordable Housing Trust as Arlington looks toward its future . ”
Suarez holds a Master of Urban and Regional Planning from Florida Atlantic University and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from the University of West Florida . Suarez earned an American Institute of Certified Planners ( AICP ) certification in 2011 , has held a LEED AP designation from the US Green Building Council ( USGBC ) since 2009 , and has been a member of the National Board of Realtors® since 2014 .
About Planning and Community Development
The Department of Planning and Community Development ( DPCD ) is committed to improving the quality of life for Arlington ' s residents by improving access to housing and transportation , enhancing the vitality of business districts , providing opportunities for low - and moderate - income households , and preserving and promoting the town ' s natural , historic , and cultural resources . The department oversees various planning and community development activities within the Town of Arlington including implementation of the Arlington Master Plan and administration of the Arlington Community Development Block Grant Program . Staff support a range of Town boards and committees , including the Arlington Redevelopment Board and many others . For more information about the department , go to
arlingtonma . gov/planning
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