Erika works on long-range planning and policy tasks, specifically the Community Plan Update program for the Southwest San Fernando Valley.

Erika assists with the preparation of environmental analysis documentations and permits, ensuring environmental compliance at the federal, state, and local levels. Erika has been involved in several projects concerning general plan amendments and community development projects. Erika has experience with environmental compliance and mitigation monitoring and reporting documents.

The San Diego Clean Cities Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the alternative fuels and electric vehicle industry and reducing the amount of petroleum used in the transportation sector. As the Clean Transportation Intern, Erika works to research alternative fuel infrastructure options in the San Diego region and increase public and industry awareness through outreach events of various grants, programs, and alternative fuel funding opportunities for regional stakeholders.

• Worked with Senior Environmental Project Managers to research, revise, and clarify mitigation measure language for future Environmental Impact Reports, in compliance with CEQA/NEPA• Researched Air Quality mitigations, and recommended changes to language in mitigation monitoring documents, specifically CARB regulations for heavy-duty diesel fueled engines• Researched and created an exhibit for cultural and archaeological resources found in the field on various Water Improvement Projects• Took part in an Interagency Taskforce in conjunction with federal and state natural resource agencies to review Mitigation Monitoring Plans and ensure construction compliance with permits

• Edited and produced the Caltrans Project Development Team (PDT) Handbook to promote cooperation in collaborative planning projects• Utilize ArcGIS to visually portray the new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system from the San Diego Regional Transportation Plan for future implementation• Researched legal precedent for the feasibility of the use of airport revenue in off-site transportation plans for San Diego International Airport/Lindberg Field• Reviewed and revised the Imperial County Long-Range Transportation Plan for publication