Steve Cooper

Steve Cooper is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in public works, engineering, and community development, serving in both public administration and private business sectors.

His areas of expertise include water resources management, infrastructure and asset management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), regulatory compliance, capital improvements, public education and outreach, as well as construction inspection.

He pursued his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Public Policy and a Graduate Certificate in Public Administration from the University of Northern Iowa. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in City/Urban, Community, and Regional Planning from Iowa State University.

Steve has held key positions in various organizations, notably serving as the Stormwater Coordinator at the City of Marion, Iowa, Infrastructure Manager at the City of Cedar Rapids, Planner at IIW Engineers, Transportation Planner at TranSystems, and Cartographer at Jackson County, Missouri.