People Behind the Plans: Trevor Dick, AICP

Trevor Dick, AICP, hates dry planning events. That means whenever
he's involved in a National Planning Conference session — like
the always popular Fast, Funny, and Passionate series — or an APA
Illinois Chapter conference event, he makes things fun by using
some ... unexpected tactics. Trevor and host Courtney Kashima,
AICP, bring the same kind of lively spirit to this episode of
People Behind the Plans. Not only does Trevor divulge some of his
off-the-wall presentation antics, he also reveals his favorite
planning references in pop culture and regales Courtney with
stories of public meetings gone awry.


The two switch gears to discuss the exciting developments
underway in Aurora, Illinois, where Trevor is Director of
Development Strategy and Facilitation. Currently one of the
city's big projects is revitalizing the Fox Valley Mall, which
sits squarely within the Route 59 commercial corridor, the second
biggest retail hub in the state after Chicago's Michigan Avenue.
Trevor also talks about the city's plan to create a downtown
International Marketplace District and how it will serve as an
inclusive space for all residents. He goes on to praise the
diversity of the city's workforce, as well as his staff's efforts
to ensure that every resident's voice is heard as they work to
make positive change in the city.