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Michael Helgerson, MPA

Michael Helgerson, MPA

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Executive Director at Metropolitan Area Planning Agency

  • Education

    • University of Nebraska at Omaha

      2012 - 2016
      Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) Public Management

      Activities and Societies: MPA Student Representative, UNO Bikes Master's of Public Administration (MPA) Student Representative

    • Iowa State University

      2005 - 2009
      Bachelor’s Degree Community & Regional Planning

      Activities and Societies: Iowa Chapter of the American Planning Associaion, Community & Regional Planning Club, Design Council Graduated Cum Laude

  • Experience

    • Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs

      May 2008 - Sept 2009

      Managed the project update and grant reimbursement processes; created a resource packet of state-level grant opportunities for Iowa communities; revised “Request for Proposal” and “Request for Application” documents; traveled throughout Iowa to meet with potential applicants Developed marketing materials for statewide conference; assisted with the development of revised administrative rules

      • Iowa Great Places Intern

        May 2008 - Sept 2009

      • State Historic Preservation Office Intern

        May 2008 - Aug 2008

    • Iowa State University

      Jan 2009 - Jul 2009
      Undergraduate Research Assistant

      Researched local government programs to address climate change; reviewed academic literature on models for climate action at the local, state, and national levels

    • Southern Iowa Council of Governments

      Sept 2009 - May 2011
      Disaster Recovery Coordinator

      Grantsmanship for cities, counties and non-profits in an eight-county region; administration of federal grants under the CDBG and NSP programs; principal administrator of Iowans Helping Iowans home repair program; facilitated public input sessions and conducted interviews for hazard mitigation planning process

    • NASA Nebraska Space Grant Consortium

      Sept 2011 - Mar 2013
      Grants Specialist

      Managed pre-award activities for Space Grant and EPSCoR activities; coordinated and submitted proposals for competitive research grants; conducted STEM education outreach to educators and students; coordinated non-financial reporting for research grants; managed annual mini-grant and fellowship competition.

    • Metropolitan Area Planning Agency

      Mar 2013 - now

      Lead the federal transportation planning process for the Omaha-Council Bluffs Metropolitan Area and Regional Planning Affiliation 18 (RPA-18) in Iowa; lead the administration of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the development of the Long Range Transportation Plan; provide staff support in the development of the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP); guide development of technical transportation reports; oversee development and management of regional datasets and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Show less

      • Executive Director

        Jul 2021 - now

      • Transportation & Data Manager

        Dec 2016 - Jul 2021

      • Associate Transportation Planner

        Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

      • Assistant Transportation Planner

        Mar 2013 - Jan 2016

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Equity Impact Investments - Cohort 1 - EDOs

      New Growth Innovation Network
      Dec 2023
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Michael Helgerson, MPA
      40 Under 40 Midlands Business Journal Dec 2024 40 Under 40 recognizes 40 leaders under the age of 40 who have made a significant impact in their business and community early in their careers.
    • Awarded to Michael Helgerson, MPA
      Design Achievement Award Iowa State University College of Design Nov 2024 The Design Achievement Award is presented each fall semester as part of the ISU Alumni Association’s annual Homecoming Honors and Awards Ceremony. Established in 1988, this award recognizes outstanding creative and professional achievements of alumni in all the college’s disciplines. Honorees receive an etched glass award, and their photos and award citations are published in the ceremony program.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member

      Issued by Omaha Inland Port Authority on Jun 2024
      Omaha Inland Port AuthorityAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • OPPD Greener Together Program Reviewer

      Issued by United Way of the Midlands on Aug 2025
      United Way of the MidlandsAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • R-STEP Advisory Committee

      Issued by Community and Economic Development, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach on Jul 2025
      Community and Economic Development, Iowa State University Extension and OutreachAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • Community Investment Review Team (CIRT)

      Issued by United Way of the Midlands on Mar 2021
      United Way of the MidlandsAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • ADU for U Design Competition Jury

      Issued by AARP Nebraska on Jul 2023
      AARP NebraskaAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • Florence Boulevard Fall Neighborhood Tour

      Issued by Restoration Exchange Omaha on Dec 2013
      Restoration Exchange OmahaAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • Volunteer Crew Leader

      Issued by Habitat for Humanity of Omaha on Feb 2012
      Habitat for Humanity of OmahaAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • Big Brother / Big Couple

      Issued by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands on Oct 2011
      Big Brothers Big Sisters of the MidlandsAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA

    • Urban Planning & Development Mentor Match

      Issued by Iowa State University - College of Design on Dec 2024
      Iowa State University - College of DesignAssociated with Michael Helgerson, MPA