Mr. Schoettler joined Collins and Schoettler in 1991. He came to the firm after working as a planner for the City of Atascadero, in the central California coast region.

At Collins and Schoettler he has prepared numerous planning documents, including environmental impact reports, initial studies/ Negative Declarations, Environmental Assessments, general, community and specific plans and zoning ordinances. He has also performed daily planning functions for a number of Central Valley cities.

While working for the City of Atascadero, Mr. Schoettler was responsible for project reviews, environmental analysis and public contact. He reviewed many development projects, including a number proposed in sensitive hillside locations.

Currently, Mr. Schoettler is preparing a specific plan for the City of Reedley. This plan will implement many "Smart Growth" principles in an area of the community that is expected to witness significant growth in the next several years. Mr. Schoettler facilitated numerous community meetings in the preparation of the specific plan.

Mr. Schoettler has recently devised an innovative system of zoning brochures which are being prepared for local communities. These brochures convert planning and zoning topics into an easily - understood format that members of the public can take home. This system was given a special award by the Central California Chapter of the American Planning Association in 1995.

Education

B.A. Geography (Environmental studies emphasis) California State University, Fresno. Core program completed in masters program of city planning, City and Regional Planning Program, California State University, Fresno.

Awards

APA Central California Section - Special Award for Zoning Brochure project.