APA Quarterly Legislative Briefing Webinar
Online Webinar , United StatesGet updates from APA on federal budget for planning programs, what's on the federal legislative horizon and the results of the chapter policy priorities survey.
Get updates from APA on federal budget for planning programs, what's on the federal legislative horizon and the results of the chapter policy priorities survey.
This session focuses on examples of two engaging, community-based plans now being implemented to achieve active, vibrant environments in an existing downtown (Burlington, VT) and a new TOD neighborhood (Santa Monica, CA).  Both plans were adopted in 2013, funded by HUD Office of Sustainable Communities Community Challenge grants, a pioneering Federal program that supports cities to develop integrated land use and transportation plans.  The webinar will include ideas and lessons learned for involving the community, designing and presenting information, and including a phased Implementation Plan that guides and measures achievement of Plan goals.
The workshop will “bridge the gap” between planners and communities by introducing them to available resources for community planning projects and activities. Price includes breakfast, lunch and workshop materials.
The New Jersey Economic Opportunity Act of 2013 is designed to stimulate economic development and strengthen New Jersey’s competitive edge in the global economy.  How will it impact land use decision making? Come hear experts discuss how the incentives will alter land use in vibrant urban areas, highly distressed areas, and suburban areas that are at risk of having stranded assets.
The AICP Exam prep session is targeted at those who are taking the test in May or November of 2014, and will provide testing tips as well as an overview of material within each content area of the exam. Information will be provided on history,law, theory, plan implementation, functional areas, public participation, social justice, spatial areas and ethics. Resources will be identified to assist attendees with their studies.
New Jersey Future's Redevelopment Forum is a daylong conference that brings together close to 600 municipal and state leaders and leading professionals in planning, development, law, transportation, architecture, construction, environmental conservation and historic preservation to share best practices and lessons learned.
Learn how to create plans that can be read on Kindles, iPads and other mobile devices. Creating plans with mobile devices in mind allows for a richer, more interactive experience for readers. Learn about easy to use, free software and tips for creating an interactive mobile-ready plan. This webcast is sponsored by the Ohio Chapter of the American Planning Association
The arts aren’t a diversion or a luxury. They are important for the well-being of individuals and communities. Many people already know about the power of the arts to enhance economic development. This webinar will discuss how the arts can help people develop and keep intellectual skills, build social connections, and more. We will explore how creative placemaking can support the elements of human needs placemaking.
A Water Conservation Ordinance can help municipalities curtail unnecessary water waste. Sustainable Jersey’s Water Conservation Ordinance seeks to help extend available supplies through short-term drought periods, and to avoid recurrent drought warnings/water emergencies caused by late summer “drought.”