Lauren Simcic, AICP, is a dedicated urban planner based in San Antonio, Texas, with a passion for creating equitable and safe transportation networks that enhance community quality of life. As a certified planner with the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), she specializes in data and project management for bicycle and pedestrian safety, leveraging her expertise to advance San Antonio’s Vision Zero initiative both professionally and in her personal advocacy. Her work focuses on eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries by promoting safe, accessible, and inclusive infrastructure for all road users. With a robust background in transportation and accessibility, including compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Lauren brings a meticulous and data-driven approach to her projects, ensuring they align with community needs and safety goals. Drawing from a diverse professional foundation that spans economic development, transit, and public art, Lauren skillfully shapes transportation projects to reflect the unique character and needs of San Antonio’s neighborhoods. Her experience as a Senior Planner at Kittelson & Associates, Inc., and currently as Chief Planner for the City of San Marcos, has equipped her with over a decade of expertise in public and private sector urban planning. She integrates economic vitality, community identity, and accessibility into her projects, fostering vibrant, pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly environments. A graduate of Texas A&M University, Lauren’s commitment to community engagement and innovative planning solutions continues to drive her advocacy for sustainable and equitable urban mobility, as recognized by her contributions to resources like the Bicycle Information Center.