City of Clayton
Hobie Kropp is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in planning, editing, and psychology. Currently serving as a Planning Technician for the City of Clayton since September 2022, Hobie has also gained extensive experience as a Freelance Editor since 2012. Previous roles include Forensic Psychology Assistant from April 2014 to September 2022, and internships at Rise Community Development, Amtrak, German Marshall Fund, and Middle East Institute. Hobie's academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Urban Planning & Development from Saint Louis University, participation in the Columbia Publishing Course, and a Bachelor of Arts in Government and History from Bowdoin College. Early career experiences encompass leadership and operational roles at Sanborn Western Camps and Aim High St. Louis.
City of Clayton
The City of Clayton is recognized throughout the metropolitan area for an outstanding quality of life which has become its trademark. With a population of 17, 355, Clayton combines a bustling downtown with quiet, secure residential neighborhoods. It is a chic suburban community with urban flair. Just west of the City of St. Louis, Clayton is the hub of metropolitan St. Louis and the seat of St. Louis County. Clayton's central location and convenient access to several interstates and major arteries place it within minutes of just about anywhere in the region. While 81% of Clayton's land is dedicated to residential or park use, the City's Central Business District combines 7,000,000 square feet of prestigious office space with the vitality of 1,000,000 square feet of retail space.