Shay was born to be a planner. She is detail oriented, organized, enjoys meeting new people, and is always planning ahead. She previously served as the Community Development Director for the City of Delta and as the Planner for the Town of Ridgway. Prior to working in local government, Shay worked for the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) as the Colorado Main Street Program Manager and started her career at Clarion Associates, a private land use consulting firm. With this well-rounded experience, Shay brings a broad perspective and strong communication skills to every project.
When not working, she can be found gardening, fly fishing, cross country skiing, hiking, and snacking.
She has volunteered for post-hurricane Katrina disaster assistance in New Orleans, Cajas National Park in Ecuador, and Habitat for Humanity in Bolivia.
Education
- Master of Urban and Regional Planning, University of Colorado Denver
- Bachelor of Environmental Design, University of Colorado Boulder
