Alexander Johnson
About Alexander Johnson
Alexander Johnson is an Assistant Planner with a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs. He has a background in coaching and a strong interest in environmental planning and equitable economic development.
Work at West Central Initiative
Alexander Johnson has been employed as an Assistant Planner at West Central Initiative since 2020. In this role, he contributes to various planning projects and initiatives in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. His work involves collaborating with local communities and government agencies to address planning needs and implement strategies that promote sustainable development.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Johnson holds a Master's degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning from the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, which he completed from 2018 to 2020. He also earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Minnesota State University, Moorhead, from 2015 to 2018. His academic background supports his strong interest in environmental planning and climate change policy.
Background
Before his current position, Alexander Johnson gained diverse experience in coaching and planning roles. He worked as a Coach and Recreation Director at West Fargo Soccer Club from 2015 to 2016 and continued coaching at West Fargo Public Schools and Fargo Public Schools until 2018. He also held internships in planning at the City of Roseville and as a Research Intern at the University of Minnesota.
Coaching Experience
Alexander Johnson has extensive coaching experience in youth soccer. He holds a USSF C license, which he obtained in 2017. His coaching roles included positions at West Fargo Soccer Club and West Fargo Public Schools, where he focused on developing young athletes and promoting teamwork and sportsmanship.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
Alexander Johnson advocates for equitable economic development through community engagement and participatory strategies. He emphasizes the importance of redistributing power in favor of citizens and collaborates with government agencies to enhance community involvement in planning processes.