Karla joined AAMPO in November 2024 as the Administrative and Grants Accounting Clerk. Originally from the Rio Grande Valley, she now proudly calls San Antonio her home. Before joining AAMPO, Karla served as a Transportation Planning Coordinator at a fellow Texas MPO, where she developed a passion for multimodal planning, safety, and public engagement.
Karla holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications with a specialization in Public Relations and a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Karla is excited to bring her expertise and enthusiasm to the AAMPO team while continuing to grow as a transportation planning professional
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Sandeep joined AAMPO in April 2024 as a Senior Travel Demand Modeler after serving for over 15 years as a Senior Engineer at the City of Edmonton, Canada. In his previous role, he provided analytics support to numerous planning projects using advanced transportation modeling. Sandeep holds a doctoral degree in Environmental Systems Engineering from the University of Regina, Canada. He is thrilled to join AAMPO to provide evidence-based, data-driven planning support for the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), and other long and short-range planning studies.
Wendy joined the Alamo Area MPO in June 2016. She earned an Associate of Science degree in Biological Sciences from Northwest Vista College and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography from The University of Texas at San Antonio. Wendy assists in the development of GIS-based maps and datasets that serve to strengthen the MPO’s transportation planning efforts. She enjoys and has volunteered for causes that help to preserve the environment and educate the community, such as Texas Recycle Day, Earth Day, Graffiti Wipe Out, and GIS Day.
Maribel joined the Alamo Area MPO in 2019 as the Administrative and Grants Financial Specialist. She brings over 15 years of experience in accounting, retirement financial management and friendly customer service. She is dedicated in supporting the MPO team and providing sound financial practices. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of the Incarnate Word and enjoys supporting SEAS, Boerne athletics, and Texas Parks & Wildlife with her family.
Clayton Elkins, a native of Houston, joined the Alamo Area MPO in June of 2008 as a GIS Analyst. Clayton graduated from Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi in May of 2007, where he attained a Bachelor of Science degree in Geographic Information Science while serving as a GIS Intern for the Corpus Christi MPO. Clayton’s skillset has expanded as a member of the AAMPO team to include web development to complement his knowledge of GIS. Clayton is involved in many MPO functions, which include web development, maintaining GIS crash datasets, and facilitation at public meetings.
Félix Escamilla joined the Alamo Area MPO in June 2001 as Grants Coordinator and currently serves as Office Manager/HR Generalist. He is committed to providing us with sound, responsible spending and fair employment practices.
Jaclynn Fragoso joined the MPO in November 2007. As the agency's Multimedia Specialist, she is responsible for all creative elements (graphic design and digital multimedia productions) from conceptualization to delivery. Jaclynn’s creativity has been integral to developing a clear and consistent brand for the MPO as an organization, as well as its plans and programs. Her fresh and inviting publications, videos, infographics, and social media posts are also key to educating and inspiring people to use alternative modes of transportation such as walking, biking, bus, carpool and ride share in the region.
Zack joined the Alamo Area MPO in April 2007 as Senior Transportation Modeler and leads its transportation modeling efforts by utilizing his twenty plus years of transportation modeling experience. He led demand modelers and traffic analysts in support of urban area modeling and corridor analysis for air quality attainment while employed at the Texas Department of Transportation. In addition, he provided technical support, training, and guidance for urban area travel demand modeling development and applications while employed at the Texas Transportation Institute.
Sonia has over 20 years specializing in consulting and managing business operations. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UTSA in 1994 and her Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida in 2004. Prior to joining the MPO in July 2021, Sonia worked in the private sector providing consulting expertise in public involvement, strategic planning, and facilitation to her clients as well as managing small business operations.
Ken Lobeck is the Short Range Transportation Planner for the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO) responsible for the update and management of the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). Joining AAMPO in October 2025, Ken brings nearly 20 years of TIP, Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) development and management, plus project funding/delivery oversight experience. Ken has specialized experience with the award and use of federal transportation funds, 8 years as a direct recipient managing transit agencies use of Federal Transit Agency (FTA) funding, 18 years of project delivery support assistance in California and Oregon, interagency coordination and liaison duties to the Federal Highway Administration and the State Department of Transportation, plus federal funding policy development. Ken possesses a Masters of Science in System Management, plus undergraduate degrees in Economics and Political Science. Ken’s work directly supports AAMPO’s mission and effort to provide the Alamo Area with improved transportation mobility, congestion management relief efforts, system safety upgrades, and overall air quality improvements.
Cecilio Martinez is the Planning Program Manager for the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO), with over 20 years of experience in transportation planning, GIS, and public engagement. Since joining AAMPO in 2003, he has led key efforts related to the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), project funding coordination, and transportation conformity in partnership with TxDOT and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Cecilio manages the agency’s digital platforms and develops GIS-based tools that support federally funded programs, public outreach, and interagency collaboration. His work supports AAMPO’s mission to deliver safe, sustainable, and resilient transportation solutions across the region.
Salomon joined AAMPO in 2025 as the agency's Multimodal Transportation Planner. Born and raised in San Antonio, he is passionate about advancing transportation options that connect people, strengthen communities, and support safety for all. Salomon earned a B.A. in Political Science and M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning at UTSA where he worked as a research assistant on projects focused in EV charging infrastructure, remote sensing, urban heat, and micro-mobility. Salomon also gained experience as an intern with TxDOT's Strategic Initiatives and Innovations (STR) division and as a Dwight D. Eisenhower Research Fellow.
Matthew joined AAMPO in May 2023 as the agency’s Multimodal Transportation Planner. He was born and raised in San Antonio and sees the potential for safe and efficient travel for all transportation modes. He utilizes his experience and knowledge on pedestrian, bicycle, and transit planning to create fruitful change throughout the AAMPO study area. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration and Policy from The University of Texas at San Antonio in 2021 and interned with VIA Metropolitan Transit.
Travis joined the Alamo Area MPO in March 2013 as a GIS Analyst. He has been a Regional Transportation Modeler with AAMPO since June 2016. Travis brings 20 years of GIS and forecast planning experience in both the public and private sectors to the MPO team. Prior to joining AAMPO Travis worked for a private Department of Defense Contractor while serving as a Specialist in the US Army Reserves. After that, he was employed by the Alamo Area Council of Governments as a GIS Analyst. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Geography from Penn State University and volunteers as the Sunday School Director and servers on the Parish Council at his church.
Ambar Perez is a native to Piedras Negras, Coahuila (México) and earned a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree from St. Mary’s University. She joined the MPO in 2008 as the Senior Administrative Assistant and now serves as the Bilingual Public Involvement Specialist. Ambar is responsible for community outreach, serves as the MPO’s contact for Spanish speaking individuals, performs multi-media language translations, and supports planning activities.
Javier Sandoval is a recent hire for AAMPO, joining in late 2022. He is a recent graduate of UTSA majoring in Public Administration. He is new to this but is slowly becoming a jack of all trades, helping out where he can, such as taking care of building maintenance, assisting at public events, and providing committee support.
Lori Stewart joined the Alamo Area MPO in January 2015 as Administrative Assistant. She brings twenty plus years of human resource, payroll and administrative professional experience to the AAMPO. Lori is committed to providing excellent administrative support and customer service.
Lily joined AAMPO in 2025 as the Commute Solutions Outreach Specialist. With background in community outreach, transportation advocacy, and public involvement, she is dedicated to promoting safe, accessible, and sustainable modes of transportation. At AAMPO, she provides consultations to businesses looking to start or enhance their commuter benefits programs and continually works to help commuters make informed, multimodal transportation choices.
Brendon Wheeler, P.E., began his tenure as the Executive Director of the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization in 2026, bringing more than 15 years of experience across the public and private sectors, including civil engineering design, transportation planning, and MPO leadership. A graduate of The University of Texas at Arlington with a B.S. in Civil Engineering, he previously served in senior leadership roles at the North Central Texas Council of Governments, where he led the development of multi-billion-dollar long-range transportation plans for one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions, supporting regional mobility and economic growth. Outside of work, he and his wife stay busy raising three little children with two dogs.
