We are delighted to announce the appointment of Alyssa Sandoval as Community Development Director for the Town of Concord.
Alyssa brings a wealth of experience in planning, municipal management, and community development to this critical role. Most recently, she served as Deputy Chief Planner for the City of Newton and Housing and Economic Development Director for the Town of Bedford.
As Community Development Director, Alyssa will lead and oversee the operations of several key divisions, including Building & Inspections, Natural Resources, Planning, and Public Health. She will be a vital member of the Town’s Senior Management Team, playing a crucial role in shaping the future of the Town of Concord.
Alyssa is a proven strategic leader with a strong track record of successfully managing complex projects and leading high-performing teams. In Newton, she spearheaded the management of multifamily and 40B development projects which as approved include benefits to the city, such as new pedestrian accommodations, new public open space, improved stormwater management, and other public infrastructure improvements. Alyssa also collaborated with other departments to develop a new, equitable permitting fee structure, demonstrating her ability to effectively manage budgets and resources. Prior to her work in Newton, Alyssa worked as a Senior Planner at Stantec, where she focused on environmental permitting for transportation development projects and assisted Massachusetts municipalities in securing federal and state economic development grants.
Alyssa's expertise in housing, economic development, and municipal management, combined with her in-depth knowledge of land use regulations and permitting processes, her strong collaborative approach, and her ability to build strong relationships with residents, businesses, and community organizations, makes her an ideal fit for this position.
Alyssa is a strong collaborator with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, making her adept at building strong relationships with residents, businesses, and community organizations. An AICP-certified planner, Alyssa holds a Master of Regional Planning from Cornell University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of California, Berkeley. In May 2024, she completed the Supervisory Leadership Development Program from the Edward J. Collins, Jr. Center for Public Management. In December 2024, Alyssa received the President’s Award from the American Planning Association’s Massachusetts Chapter for her professional contributions in planning.
Alyssa states, “I am eager to begin my new role at the Town of Concord with its rich history and natural beauty, contribute my ideas, and work with the wonderful team at the Town of Concord.”
Please join us in welcoming Alyssa Sandoval to the Town of Concord!