Joseph Balderston, Rpp, Mcip Email & Phone Number

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Complete demographic analysis (including population projections for growing neighbourhoods), community needs assessments, school catchment boundary reviews, project feasibility studies, and annual Five-Year Capital Plans for the efficient use of existing and future district facilities. Develop plans, reports, maps, graphics and presentations and liaise with local government, Provincial government, and educators on matters related to planning and facilities. Play an integral role in the development, public consultation, adoption and the ongoing implementation and updates to the District’s Long Range Facilities Plan.

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada

Toronto, Canada Area

- Prepared and assisted Senior Planners in the management of a variety of planning applications on behalf of clients throughout the Greater Toronto Area, and Southern Ontario including Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Draft Plan of Subdivision and Condominiums, Site Plans, Severances and Minor Variances;- Liaised with clients, project stakeholders, municipal staff, and project consultants to ensure that approvals are obtained in a cost efficient and time sensitive manner;- Created and wrote a variety of reports for applications, including Planning Justification Reports, and Opinion Letters; and- Assisted Senior Planners with Due Diligence, Planning Policy Analysis, and Market Analysis.

Toronto, Canada Area

- Coordinated and planned community engagement initiatives including: open houses, workshops, door-to-door canvassing, and information kiosks at community events;- Collected, tracked, and reported on community feedback;- Empowered community members to engage in the planning process and facilitate productive discussions regarding land-use changes; and- Coordinated outreach to current and potential stakeholders and maintained strong stakeholder relationships.

Toronto, Canada Area