Clary Peralta

About Clary Peralta

As a Senior Planner at MNS Engineers, Inc, I leverage extensive experience in HUD compliance and community planning to support cities and counties across California. My role focuses on developing critical strategic plans, including Consolidated Plans, Action Plans, CAPERs, and Housing Elements, ensuring adherence to federal regulations and advancing long-term housing and community development goals. With over six years of experience in federal grant management and community planning, I have contributed to impactful housing and infrastructure initiatives through collaborative efforts with local governments. My bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish enhances my ability to engage diverse communities and ensure equitable outcomes in housing and community development projects.

Experience

1. Senior Planner

   Mns Engineers, Inc

   Jun 2024 — Present

   As a Senior Planner, I manage HUD federal funding for cities and counties across California. My responsibilities include developing key strategic plans such as the 5-Year Consolidated Plan, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing, CAPER (Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report), Action Plans, and Housing Elements. These plans are critical in ensuring compliance with HUD regulations and supporting long-term housing and community development goals. I work closely with local governments to address housing needs, fair housing challenges, and community priorities while ensuring effective use of federal resources.

Education

• Northampton Community College

  Political Science, Law

  2011 — 2013

• East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

  Bachelor’s Degree, Pre-Law, American Government and Political Science

  2013 — 2015

• East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

  Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Public Administration, Management and Leadership

  2015 — 2018