Longtime Sarasota planner masters the art of big project diplomacy

Following a six-year hiatus with the Bay Park Conservancy, the former head of Kimley-Horn's Sarasota office is back and focused on completing the downtown Sarasota puzzle.

Bill Waddill, pictured speaking March 25, 2021, moved to Sarasota almost 25 years ago where he continues to make an impact on the community.
Bill Waddill, pictured speaking March 25, 2021, moved to Sarasota almost 25 years ago where he continues to make an impact on the community.
Photo by Harry Sayer
  • Manatee-Sarasota
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In the 18 months since his return to planning, engineering and design consulting firm Kimley-Horn following a six-year “sabbatical” with the Bay Park Conservancy in downtown Sarasota, Bill Waddill has carved a new niche.

 

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