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Page 135CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH • RFQ #26-07-01 • CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL
<br />ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING CONSULTING SERVICES (CCNA)
<br />YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
<br />2
<br />EDUCATION MS, Natural Resources, Virginia Tech, 2022 BA, Geography, University of South Florida, 2019
<br />CERTIFICATIONS Graduate Certificate of Global Sustainability, Virginia Tech, 2022 Professional Preparation in Sustainability Management, Seminole State College of Florida, 2021 Certified Environmental Specialist
<br />EXPERIENCE
<br />Miami Shores Village, Zoning Compliance, Development Review, Land Use Regulations, Miami Shores, FL | Interim Lead Planner - Conducted 695 building permit and site plan reviews, ensuring compliance with zoning codes, land development regulations, and municipal standards. Mr. Ross performed technical reviews of Site Plan applications and prepared staff reports and recommendations for Planning and Zoning Board consideration. Provided zoning guidance to residents, developers, contractors, and design professionals, assisting with project feasibility and regulatory requirements. Mr. Ross also facilitated pre-application and project consultation meetings with property owners and development representatives regarding proposed construction and redevelopment projects and supported Historic Preservation Board and Planning and Zoning Board operations, including clerking duties, meeting coordination, and maintaining official records.
<br />City of Hallandale Beach, Department of Sustainable Development, Hallandale Beach, FL | Consulting Planner - Serve as an Interim Planner assisting the City with performing site plan reviews for minor and major developments and producing staff reports for existing and proposed projects. Also, conduct Zoning Building Permit reviews (307 as of 01/05/2026), ensuring that all applicable city land development codes, ordinances, and Broward County regulations are adhered to. Perform zoning inspections to ensure compliance with approved plans post-construction. Advise department officials on code amendments related to existing needs and new state requirements.
<br />City of North Miami Beach, Comprehensive Plan Update, North Miami Beach, FL | Land Use and Transportation Planner - Helping create a Transit-Oriented-development (TOD) district surrounding the proposed commuter rail station, advising on proper land uses and urban design methods, promoting bike-ped infrastructure, community outreach through numerous public workshops, and assisting with the updating of the city's Comprehensive Plan.
<br />City of Hialeah, 2050 Master Plan Citywide Existing Conditions, Hialeah, FL | Urban Planner - Assisted with the creation of an Existing Conditions Analysis of the city of Hialeah's transportation, mobility, transit, and connectivity status. Provided recommendations on bicycle/pedestrian infrastructure improvements and promoted the need for more environmental conservation and expansion. Helped with the facilitation of public workshops that engaged residents to become a part of the city's visioning process.
<br />JEROME "JEB" ROSS
<br />URBAN PLANNER
<br />ENGINEERS · PLANNERS · PROGRAM MANAGERS
<br />Jerome is a results-driven planner who brings his expertise through extensive research encompassing public policy, land use planning, environmental law, and sustainable development.
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