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Nathan Larsen

@nathanlarsen

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Urban and transportation planner delivering data-driven community development and policy solutions.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a planning role where I can lead data-driven transportation and land-use projects, influence policy, collaborate with stakeholders, and support community-centered implementation.

I am an urban and transportation planner with experience implementing comprehensive plans, developing ordinances, and reviewing large-scale development proposals to align projects with community priorities.

At the Region 1 Planning Council I led multimodal planning efforts, managed transportation funding programs, built a regional GIS database for active transportation, and helped secure $17.7 million in grants to advance regional projects.

I collaborate closely with elected officials, stakeholders, and the public to translate technical analysis into clear recommendations, and I bring strong skills in policy research, data visualization, and community engagement to support effective implementation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Planner II

Current

City of Beloit

Sep 2025 - Present (9 months)

Implement Comprehensive Plan recommendations and develop a Unified Development Ordinance focused on traditional neighborhood design; review large-scale site plans and draft staff reports recommending approval or denial to Plan Commission and City Council.

Land Use Planning Zoning Plan Review Policy Implementation Stakeholder Engagement Technical Writing

Associate Planner

Region 1 Planning Council

Aug 2023 - Sep 2025 (2 years 1 month)

Led development of regional plans and studies, administered MPO transportation funding ($870M), and secured $17.7M in transportation grants while coordinating public engagement and stakeholder working groups.

Transportation Planning Grant Management TIP Administration Data Analysis Traffic Safety Public Engagement Development Plan