Meet our Community Ambassadors!

We are excited to introduce our Community Ambassadors, a group of dedicated local residents helping bring the planning process closer to the neighborhood. Community Ambassadors play an important role in strengthening engagement by hosting small gatherings, supporting activities at community events, and helping neighbors connect with the planning process. Through their leadership and local knowledge, they are helping ensure that the voices, ideas, and priorities of the community shape the future of the Bicentennial Bluffs Planning Area.

Audrey Bryant has called Heritage Place home for more than ten years and is known for her thoughtful listening and collaborative approach. She is interested in supporting literacy initiatives and helping residents access resources related to affordable housing.

Luiz Garcia has lived in the Bicentennial Bluffs neighborhood for more than 20 years and brings strong connections through his work as a realtor and his involvement with local faith communities. Outgoing and proactive, he is excited to use his communication and social media skills to help neighbors stay informed and engaged in the planning process.

Candace Johnson is a lifelong resident of Bicentennial Bluffs and co-president of the Bicentennial Bluff Neighborhood Association. A trusted community leader and communicator, she is committed to strengthening neighborhood collaboration and expanding her knowledge of community development and mediation tools.

Rose Mary Rouser has lived at Heritage Place for over a decade and is well known and trusted among her neighbors. She is passionate about ensuring residents have a voice in neighborhood decisions while continuing to build her digital and computer literacy skills.

Shirley Sparkman has lived at Heritage Place for over five years and has experience supporting church outreach and community food pantry events. Known for her strong communication and listening skills, she looks forward to helping facilitate conversations and community engagement.

Carolyn Theresa Sutton has been a resident of Heritage Place Apartments for more than five years and is eager to support neighborhood engagement efforts. She brings a collaborative spirit and is excited to help connect residents with the planning process and project activities.