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Gina Burritt
Gina Burritt
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Gina Burritt

Delaware County

Media, PA USA

"As long as you’re growing, learning, and being challenged, you’re in the right spot."

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Gina's work combines: Government, Environment & Nature, and Accomplishing Goals

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Day In The Life

Director of Planning

I create and implement plans for housing, transit, and preservation, ensuring communities grow sustainably.

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Day In The Life Of A Director Of A Director Of City Planning

My Day to Day

My days are spent shaping our community's future. From improving transportation networks like buses and rail to ensuring affordable housing, I work closely with residents and municipalities to transform their visions into reality. We also focus on historic preservation and comprehensive planning, listening to residents and balancing their needs with sustainable development. Planning is dynamic, and I love how it constantly evolves to meet the community’s changing needs.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Ecological Economics, Values and Policy

    Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

  • Graduate Degree

    Community and Regional Planning

    Temple University

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Life & Career Milestones

My path in life took a while to figure out

  • 1.

    I went to college to study environmental policy and economics.

  • 2.

    Early in my career, I worked in environmental consulting, focusing on wetlands and science projects.

  • 3.

    I eventually realized my true interest lay in community planning, so I went back to school for my master's in community and regional planning.

  • 4.

    After 10 years in consulting, I transitioned to county planning to work directly with communities and see the impact of projects.

  • 5.

    Collaborating with regional partners, I’ve worked to enhance transportation, housing, and historic preservation in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.

  • 6.

    Today, I lead planning efforts that prioritize community input, sustainability, and long-term impact on residents' quality of life.

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