Take Action Now: Support the American Community Survey (ACS)
posted on May 16th, 2012 | Read more
Last week the U.S. House of Representatives approved an amendment to eliminate the American Community Survey (ACS). This action strikes at the heart of the quality of federal data for local planning. Join the APA-NJ and take action today!
Understanding the Redevelopment Process & Your Role In It (CM | 4.5)
posted on May 2nd, 2012 | Read more
The APA-NJ Redevelopment Committee has partnered with the NJ Redevelopment Authority on a training workshop to further educate locally appointed and elected municipal officials and community based organizations about the redevelopment process.
Green Roof Design, Installation & Planning (CM | 1.5)
posted on May 2nd, 2012 | Read more
Join us for a tour of the new 4500 sq ft roof garden at the John Theurer Cancer Center. Attendees will learn more about its purpose, design and construction along with regulatory issues, urban heat island and neighborhood impacts, storm water reduction methods, and tips on utilizing roof garden planning.
Downtown Jersey City Walking Tour (CM | 2.0)
posted on May 1st, 2012 | Read more
Join City of Jersey City Planning Director Robert Cotter, PP, FAICP on a walking tour of some of the State’s most successful redevelopment efforts that now make up the fabric of Downtown Jersey City.
Roosevelt Borough Walking Tour (CM | 2.0)
posted on April 30th, 2012 | Read more
Please join us and learn more about the development history of the Borough, the architectural history, the successful efforts to preserve the greenbelt and a discussion of other unique land use issues the Borough has faced in the last 20 years!
Community Planning Assistance Program – Call for Volunteers
posted on April 19th, 2012 | Read more
The American Planning Association – New Jersey Chapter (APA – NJ) is calling for volunteers to pilot the first round of projects for the 2012 Community Planning Assistance Program (CPAP).
Committing Affordable Housing Trust Funds Before the July 17, 2012 Deadline
posted on April 9th, 2012 | Read more
Actions that NJ Chapter Members Should Consider Recommending To Municipal Officials regarding Affordable Housing Trust Funds.