Scot Siegel, FAICP

Professional Biography

Scot Siegel, FAICP, is a highly accomplished and versatile planner with over 35 years of public and private sector experience working with communities in seven western states, including community development director roles with city and county agencies in the Portland metro area and beyond. He is currently Community Development Director with the city of Newberg, Oregon, and owns Camas Planning Services.

​Scot's leadership has brought transformation and positive change to his clients and the planning profession. From his pioneering work on the first smart growth plans and model codes in the nation to his role as a consultant and manager, Scot has applied his deep command of planning, policy, and design in ways that can be understood and embraced by communities, and effectively administered by staff. His skills as an educator and communicator enable him to work fluidly in challenging situations that include differing and sometimes deeply conflicting perspectives. A published poet, Scot demystifies planning through his use of language and writing, and makes it accessible for clients, colleagues, and the public. In all aspects of his work, he is committed to planning excellence and fostering a culture of collaboration to provide communities with the tools they need to realize their visions.