Adriana Silva

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT ADRIANA SILVA

Adriana Silve the Afro Caribbean Urban and Regional Planner | Community Engagement Specialist** As an accomplished urban and regional planner with **five years of experience**, I\'ve had the privilege of shaping vibrant communities across **Tallahassee, Tampa, Minnesota, and Colorado**. My passion lies in fostering sustainable, equitable, and thriving neighborhoods.**Areas of Expertise:**-**Community Engagement**: I specialize in creating meaningful connections between residents, stakeholders, and local government. My approach involves amplifying community voices, ensuring their needs and desires are heard, and empowering them to actively participate in decision-making processes-**Public Involvement**: I\'ve facilitated numerous public meetings, workshops, and forums, encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Whether it\'s a zoning change or a park development, I believe that involving the community leads to better outcomes-**Environmental and Land Use Planning**: Sustainability is at the core of my work. I\'ve developed land use plans that balance growth with environmental preservation, promoting green spaces, efficient transportation, and responsible development-**Affordable Housing Advocacy**: I\'m committed to addressing housing affordability challenges. Through innovative strategies, I\'ve championed affordable housing initiatives that create inclusive neighborhoods for all-**Community and Neighborhood Planning**: From revitalizing historic districts to envisioning new urban centers, I\'ve crafted comprehensive plans that reflect the unique character and aspirations of each community.**Bilingual**: Fluent in both English and Spanish, I bridge cultural gaps and ensure diverse voices are part of the conversation. Adriana supports sustainable and vibrant communities through technical proficiency and fostering productive relationships with neighborhood leaders, business owners, and residents. She has experience in researching coastal communities and planning for community resilience, as well as crafting an Affordable Housing Needs Assessment for Leon County. She is also skilled in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices and ArcGIS Pro software. Adriana is a first generation Cuban-American and a recipient of the 2019 APA Florida Minority Scholarship and the 20••••21 FSU Alumni Scholarship. Let\'s connect! Feel free to reach out—I\'m passionate about building stronger communities together. 🤝