City of Appleton Wisconsin
Kara Homan, AICP has a strong background in community and economic development, with experience in various roles throughout their career. Kara is currently the Director of Community & Economic Development at the City of Appleton Wisconsin. Prior to this, they served as the President Elect of the Wisconsin Chapter of the American Planning Association. Kara also worked at Outagamie County, where they held the positions of Director of Development & Land Services and Planning Director. Kara gained valuable experience as a Principal Planner at the City of Menasha and the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, where they focused on regional planning issues and coordination with stakeholders. Kara began their career as a Research, Teaching & Recruitment Assistant at the University of Iowa, where they conducted research and assisted in teaching an urban economics course. Kara also interned at the City of Pella, IA and the East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, gaining valuable experience in planning and GIS. In addition, Kara worked as a Library Assistant at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Kara Homan, AICP, earned their Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Geography from the University of Wisconsin-Madison between 2001 and 2005. Following that, they pursued their Master of Science (MS) degree in Urban and Regional Planning at the University of Iowa from 2005 to 2007. In 2014 to 2017, they completed coursework towards a certificate in Public Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Additionally, Kara obtained certification as an AICP (American Institute of Certified Planners) in December 2010 and achieved membership in The Phi Beta Kappa Society in May 2005.
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City of Appleton Wisconsin
The City of Appleton is an inviting community nestled in northeastern Wisconsin just north of the largest lake in the state, Lake Winnebago. Home to more than 75,000 residents, Appleton is known for its vibrant and growing downtown, numerous parks, high-quality education, and friendly, safe environment. We’re proud that in 2020 Appleton was ranked #1 for the Best Place to Raise Kids by SmartAsset. In 2023, Appleton was also ranked as one of the best places to live in the Midwest by Livability. At the City of Appleton, we welcome employees who love to learn and are forward-thinking. Located in the heart of the Fox Cities, we are a steadfast employer committed to providing a flexible work environment and unique benefits. We encourage employees to come as they are and explore growth opportunities that will help them serve our community with impact. As a City of Appleton employee, you not only are a part of an organization that makes a local impact, but also a global impact as well. The City has built global partnerships with our Sister Cities in Kanonji, Japan and Chinandega, Nicaragua. We are proud to share our knowledge and resources with these communities and their residents.