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PMPEI Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Lehigh County)

Lehigh Valley Planning Commission 961 Marcon Blvd, Allentown, PA, United States

Allentown (Lehigh County)   Wednesdays, October 15, 22, 29 Location: Lehigh Valley Plan Comm Office 961 Marcon Boulevard, Allentown, PA 18103 Registration: (610) 264-4544 Contact: David Berryman dpb@lvpc.org

PMPEI Course in Community Planning (Dauphin County)

Hershey (Dauphin County)                                                                                                                          Thursdays, October 2, 9, 16 Location: Derry Township Municipal Building Hershey, Harrisburg,, PA To register: clayne@tcrpc-pa.org Contact: Craig Layne

PMPEI Course in Community Planning (Luzerne County)

Luzerne County Community College PA, United States

Nanticoke (Luzerne County)                                                                                                                        Thursdays, October 16, 23, 30 Luzerne Co. Community College 1333 South Prospect Street Nanticoke, PA 18901 To register: 1-800-232-7722 ext. 1042 Contact: Terri Dickow      tdickow@boroughs.org

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

Days Inn Meadville 18360 Conneaut Lake Road, Meadville, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

PMPEI Course in Zoning (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

Doylestown (Bucks County)                                                                                                          Wednesdays, October 22, 29; Nov. 5 Location: Delaware Valley College Doylestown, PA To register: 1-800-232-7722 ext. 1042 Contact: Terri Dickow 1042     tdickow@boroughs.org

PMPEI Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Lehigh County)

Lehigh Valley Planning Commission 961 Marcon Blvd, Allentown, PA, United States

Allentown (Lehigh County)   Wednesdays, October 15, 22, 29 Location: Lehigh Valley Plan Comm Office 961 Marcon Boulevard, Allentown, PA 18103 Registration: (610) 264-4544 Contact: David Berryman dpb@lvpc.org

PMPEI Course in Community Planning (Luzerne County)

Luzerne County Community College PA, United States

Nanticoke (Luzerne County)                                                                                                                        Thursdays, October 16, 23, 30 Luzerne Co. Community College 1333 South Prospect Street Nanticoke, PA 18901 To register: 1-800-232-7722 ext. 1042 Contact: Terri Dickow      tdickow@boroughs.org

PMPEI Course in Zoning (Montgomery County)

Fort Washington    (Montgomery County)                                                                                     Thursdays, October 23, 30; November 6 Location: Upper Dublin Township Building Meeting Rooms A, B, C 801 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034 Registration: 610-278-3753 Contact: Rita McKelvey rmckelve@montcopa.org

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

Radnor Township Building 301 Iven Avenue, Wayne, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

PMPEI Course in Zoning (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

Doylestown (Bucks County)                                                                                                          Wednesdays, October 22, 29; Nov. 5 Location: Delaware Valley College Doylestown, PA To register: 1-800-232-7722 ext. 1042 Contact: Terri Dickow 1042     tdickow@boroughs.org  

PMPEI Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Lehigh County)

Lehigh Valley Planning Commission 961 Marcon Blvd, Allentown, PA, United States

Allentown (Lehigh County)   Wednesdays, October 15, 22, 29 Location: Lehigh Valley Plan Comm Office 961 Marcon Boulevard, Allentown, PA 18103 Registration: (610) 264-4544 Contact: David Berryman dpb@lvpc.org

ACSP 54th Annual Conference

Loews Philadelphia Hotel Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Association of Collegiate Schools of Planning is holding its annual conference in Philadelphia October 30 – November 2 at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel.  Today’s planning researchers and practitioners grapple with “big ideas”. From big data to fundamental restructuring of the world’s economy to climate change, the challenges of planning have changed dramatically. These challenges   …

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

PSATS Education Center 4855 Woodland Drive, Enola, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

PMPEI Course in Community Planning (Luzerne County)

Luzerne County Community College PA, United States

Nanticoke (Luzerne County)                                                                                                                        Thursdays, October 16, 23, 30 Luzerne Co. Community College 1333 South Prospect Street Nanticoke, PA 18901 To register: 1-800-232-7722 ext. 1042 Contact: Terri Dickow      tdickow@boroughs.org

PMPEI Course in Zoning (Montgomery County)

Fort Washington    (Montgomery County)                                                                                     Thursdays, October 23, 30; November 6 Location: Upper Dublin Township Building Meeting Rooms A, B, C 801 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034 Registration: 610-278-3753 Contact: Rita McKelvey rmckelve@montcopa.org

Managing Floodplain Development through the National Flood Insurance Program

Government Center Annex 439 Countyline Road, New Castle, PA, United States

L273: Managing Floodplain Development through the National Flood Insurance Program This course is designed to provide an organized training opportunity for local officials responsible for administering their local floodplain management ordinance. The course will focus on the NFIP and concept of floodplain management, maps and studies, ordinance administration, and the relationship between floodplain management and   …

$100

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

Royal Inn 17089 Boot Jack Road Route 219, Ridgway, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

Health Equity and Planning Ethics

Montgomery County Planing Commission 425 Swede Street, Norristown, PA, United States

Event Information Health Equity and Planning Ethics (1.5 CM Ethics) Montgomery County Planning Commission 425 Swede Street, #201, Norristown, PA 19401 Wednesday, November 5, 2014 Agenda 3:30 - 3:45 PM: Registration 3:45 - 4:00 PM: Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) Presentation 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Live viewing of American Planning Association Audio/Webconference Event is   …

PMPEI Course in Zoning (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

Doylestown (Bucks County)                                                                                                          Wednesdays, October 22, 29; Nov. 5 Location: Delaware Valley College Doylestown, PA To register: 1-800-232-7722 ext. 1042 Contact: Terri Dickow 1042     tdickow@boroughs.org  

PMPEI Course in Zoning (Montgomery County)

Fort Washington    (Montgomery County)                                                                                     Thursdays, October 23, 30; November 6 Location: Upper Dublin Township Building Meeting Rooms A, B, C 801 Loch Alsh Avenue, Fort Washington, PA 19034 Registration: 610-278-3753 Contact: Rita McKelvey rmckelve@montcopa.org

Central Section Event: Guideposts for Decision Making | 5.25 CM (1.5 Law & 1.5 Ethics)

Giant Food Store Community Center (Linglestown) 2300 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg , PA, United States

Central Section presents Guideposts for Decision Making: Land Use Law and Ethics This Land Use Law and Ethics Workshop is sure to benefit you in many ways. The morning session offers an in-depth review of significant land use decisions issued by the Commonwealth and Supreme Courts of PA since the Fall of 2012. An overview   …

Webinar: Measuring Progress

Webinar

Measuring Progress: Performance Metrics as a Tool in Shaping Policy In a time when funding resources are scarce, it is imperative to understand and demonstrate the positive impacts of planning and implementation of transportation investments on our communities. A number of efforts including RTD’s Quality of Life Study, RTD’s TOD Program Metrics and the City   …

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

Four Points by Sheraton 300 Meadow Avenue, Scranton, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

Holiday Inn Williamsport 100 Pine Street, Williamsport, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

Penn State Extension: Engaging Your Community’s Generations in Planning|1.25 CM

Webinar

Engaging Your Community's Generations in Planning Communities consist of a variety of generational cohorts, with each of these groups having distinct characteristics. Understanding these characteristics is vital for effectively engaging all age groups of people in planning processes, and later encouraging their volunteerism for the implementation of planned community projects. Descriptions of considerations and options   …

Drought Planning Toolbox

Webinar

Drought Planning Toolbox: State Strategies for Mitigation and Adaptation  Since 1980, drought has been the fourth most common type of disaster in the U.S. and the second most costly. In 1998, more than one-third of the U.S. was affected by drought, with an event covering the West Coast to the upper Midwest. In 2007, a drought   …

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

Holiday Inn Altoona 3306 Pleasant Valley Blvd, Altoona, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

Economic Development Course in Pennsylvania

Eden Resorts & Suites Lancaster, PA, United States

Event Information   2014 Economic Development Course in Pennsylvania December 1-4, 2014 Eden Resorts & Suites Lancaster, PA For more information or to register visit - www.bedcpa.org View flyer for more information >>  

Summit For Smart Growth & Sustainable Communities

Hotel Bethlehem 437 Main Street, Bethlehem, PA

2nd Annual Summit For Smart Growth And Sustainable Communities Moving from Ideas to Action Friday, December 5, 20148:00am-2:45pmHotel Bethlehem 437 Main Street Bethlehem PAFor more details>>Join us in a discussion with community leaders and those who want to be part of the process in finding new solutions to tough regional challenges: How can we preserve   …

PA-APA Board Meeting

Giant Food Superstore Camp Hill 3301 Trindle Rd, Camp Hill, PA, United States

In-person meeting for PA of APA Chapter Board Members

A New Look at Reviewing Subdivision and Development Plans

Doubletree by Hilton/ Monroeville 101 Mall Blvd, Monroeville, PA, United States

This course is designed for local officials, staff, and consultants involved in the front lines of reviewing subdivision and development plans. The local development review process prescribed by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code can be complex. In addition there are related approvals following different timelines for state and federal permits. The process can frustrate local   …

$80

PMPEI: Running Effective Public Meetings

Webinar

Webinar: Running Effective Public Meetings Speaker: Christina Roseberry, AICPTo register contact Teri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

Water Quality and Quantity Two-Part Series: Part I

Webinar

Planning Webcast Series presents Water Quality and Quantity-Part 1 Water Quality Speakers:David Childs, Tom Frick, Tiffany Busby, Catherine Bray, and Eric DraperCM pending Register Now Water quantity and quality are shaping up as the prominent issues impacting planning and growth management in the coming years.  The Florida Legislature has indicated that state water policy will   …

Penn State Extension: Using the Official Map for Your Community’s Infrastructure | 1.25 CM

Webinar

Penn State ExtensionUsing the Official Map for Your Community’s Infrastructure An “official map” is a combined map and ordinance designed to aid in proactively planning for future growth in a municipality by helping to implement the elements of an adopted Comprehensive Plan that relate to transportation improvements, public land, open space protection, easements and other   …

Safe Mobility Planning

DVRPC 190 N Independence Mal West, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Safe Mobility Planning (1.5 CM credits)Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Agenda 3:30 - 3:45 PM: Registration 3:45 - 4:00 PM: DVRPC Presentation 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Live viewing of APA Audio/Webconference DVRPC 190 N. Independence Mall West 8th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19106-1520 This event offers 1.5 AICP CM credits. The event is free, but register is   …

Water Quality and Quantity Two-Part Series: Part 2

Webinar

Planning Webcast Series presents Water Quality and Quantity, Part 2 Water Quantity Speakers: Eric Olsen, Ryan Matthews, and Barbara MiedemaCM pending Register Now Water quantity and quality are shaping up as the prominent issues impacting planning and growth management in the coming years.  The Florida Legislature has indicated that state water policy will be the   …

PMPEI: Local Officials Role in Subdivision Review

Webinar

Webinar: Local Officials Role in Subdivision Review   Speaker: Stanford Lembeck, AICPTo register contact Teri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

New Partners for Smart Growth Conference

Hilton Baltimore Hotel Baltimore, MD, United States

Registration is now open for the annual New Partners for Smart Growth Conference, January 29-31, 2015, in Baltimore, Maryland! The conference will provide practitioners, activists, community leaders, and elected officials with practical tools and innovative strategies for creating great communities. Register at http://www.newpartners.org/registration-scholarships/rates-policies. Early bird rates are available until November 10. Regular rates apply from   …

Green Infrastructure and Flood Resiliency Webinar

Webinar

Green Infrastructure and Flood Resiliency-Land Use Management as an Adaptation Strategy in the Built Environment This webinar addresses assessment, planning, and adaptation to not only better prepare for the next emergency, but to sustainably manage flooding, and stormwater to maintain human health and a vibrant local economy.  Participants will leave this webinar with knowledge about   …

Communicating Design and Aethetics in the Planning Process

Webinar

Planning Webcast Series presents Communicating Design and Aesthetics in the Planning Process Speaker: Kurt Culbertson, FASLACM pending Register Now What is the extent of aesthetic realism portrayed in planning and design proposals, master plans and design guidelines?  How can project proposals for new developments, improvements, and urban design scenarios  and design guidelines, be communicated through   …

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, February 3,10, and 17, 2015Location: Lycoming County Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

Flexible, Innovative Zoning Techniques

Webinar

Planning Webcast Series presents Flexible, Innovative Zoning Techniques Speakers: Kristin Cisowski and Donald Elliott, FAICPCM pending Register Now Zoning feeling a bit ‘old-hat’ for you?  Tired of the same old simplistic solutions to problems that are not quite that simple?  Join us for “Teaching the old zoning dog some new tricks” – a web-cast sponsored   …

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, February 3,10, and 17, 2015Location: Lycoming County Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, February 3,10, and 17, 2015Location: Lycoming County Lysock View Complex, 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

Penn State Extension: Understanding the Relationship between Municipal Budgets… | 1.25 CM

Webinar

Penn State Extension:Understanding the Relationship between Municipal Budgets & Comprehensive Plans Adopted municipal budgets can be used to delve into and advance implementation of the municipal comprehensive plan through careful capital improvements budgeting for municipal infrastructure or facilities. The budget also describes de facto the roles of the governing body and planning commission members and   …

Sustaining Places Through the Comprehensive Plan

Sustaining Places Through the Comprehensive Plan (1.5 AICP CM credits) Wednesday, February 18, 2015 Agenda 3:30 - 3:45 PM: Registration 3:45 - 4:00 PM: DVRPC Presentation 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Live viewing of APA Audio/Webconference Location Gloucester County Planning Commission 1200 N. Delsea Drive Clayton, NJ 08312 The event is free, but register is required:   …

Planning for Immigrant and Multi-Ethnic Communities

Webinar

Planning Webcast Series presents Planning for Immigrant and Multi-Ethnic Communities Speakers: Stacey Chen, AICP, Melissa Kim and Jennifer RodriguezCM pending (includes ethics credit) Register Now The surge in immigration over the past two decades has engendered an unprecedented level of racial ethnic and cultural diversity in the United States. This session will present an overview   …

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Zoning Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, March 3,10 and 17, 2015Location: Lycoming County Lysock View Complex542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register, contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Montgomery County)

Upper Merion Township Building 175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Montgomery County (Upper Merion Township)Tuesdays, March 3, 10, and 17, 2015Location: Upper Merion Township Building175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA 17406 To register, contact Rita McKelvey (rmckelve@montcopa.org) **NOTE: Class limited to 25; preregistration is required**

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Chester County)

West Chester University Graduate Business Center 1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Zoning Chester County (West Chester)Wednesday, March 4, 18, and 25, 2015Location: West Chester University, Graduate Business Center1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester PA 19380To register: William Stevens (info@cc2020.org), www.CC2020.org

New Tools and Opportunities for Advancing Sound Land Use

Albright College 1940 North 13th Street, Reading, PA, United States

Pennsylvania Land Use Institute, New Tools and Opportunities for Advancing Sound Land Use – Pipelines/Source Water/New Curbside Cellular Mini Towers and the land use legal briefing. Part 1 Recent Land Use Court Decisions (background of each case, impacts, case outcome and effects of the cases outcome on municipalities (presentations by Part 2 - Breakout sessions:   …

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Dauphin County)

Swatara Township Building 599 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA, United States

PMPEI:Course in Zoning Dauphin County (Swatara Twp)Tuesday, March 10, 17 and 24, 2015Location: Swatara Township Building599 Eisenhower Boulevard, Harrisburg PA To register contact Andrew Bomberger (abomberger@tcrpc-pa.org), 717-234-2639

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Zoning Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, March 3,10 and 17, 2015Location: Lycoming County Lysock View Complex542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register, contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Montgomery County)

Upper Merion Township Building 175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Montgomery County (Upper Merion Township)Tuesdays, March 3, 10, and 17, 2015Location: Upper Merion Township Building175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA 17406 To register, contact Rita McKelvey (rmckelve@montcopa.org) **NOTE: Class limited to 25; preregistration is required**

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Bucks County (Doylestown)Thursdays, March 12, 19,  and 26, 2015Location:Delaware Valley College700 Butler Avenue Doylestown, PA 18901 To register, contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

Ground Breaking 2015

DVRPC 190 N Independence Mal West, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Please save the date, March 12, 2015, for DVRPC's upcoming conference designed for local planning partners, practitioners, developers, and decision-makers to learn about programs and initiatives that are building livable communities in Greater Philadelphia now and for the future. This one-day conference will feature an opening keynote by Harriet Tregoning, director of HUD's Office of   …

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Dauphin County)

Swatara Township Building 599 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA, United States

PMPEI:Course in Zoning Dauphin County (Swatara Twp)Tuesday, March 10, 17 and 24, 2015Location: Swatara Township Building599 Eisenhower Boulevard, Harrisburg PA To register contact Andrew Bomberger (abomberger@tcrpc-pa.org), 717-234-2639

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Zoning Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, March 3,10 and 17, 2015Location: Lycoming County Lysock View Complex542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register, contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Montgomery County)

Upper Merion Township Building 175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Montgomery County (Upper Merion Township)Tuesdays, March 3, 10, and 17, 2015Location: Upper Merion Township Building175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia, PA 17406 To register, contact Rita McKelvey (rmckelve@montcopa.org) **NOTE: Class limited to 25; preregistration is required**

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Chester County)

West Chester University Graduate Business Center 1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Zoning Chester County (West Chester)Wednesday, March 4, 18, and 25, 2015Location: West Chester University, Graduate Business Center1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester PA 19380To register: William Stevens (info@cc2020.org), www.CC2020.org

Penn State Extension: Planning to Protect Your Water Supply…| 1.25 CM

Webinar

Penn State Extension:Planning to Protect Your Water Supply-Taking Action to Safeguard Water Supplies through Source Water Protection Communities across the country have expressed a keen interest in protecting the purity of their public/private water supplies. Many are developing forward thinking approaches to safeguard municipal water sources. This webinar will assist communities, planners, and public water   …

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Bucks County (Doylestown)Thursdays, March 12, 19,  and 26, 2015Location:Delaware Valley College700 Butler Avenue Doylestown, PA 18901 To register, contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

AICP Exam Prep Class

The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association is once again holding an all-day AICP exam prep session on Saturday, March 21 from 9:00 a.m.- 4:00p.m. This session goes into detail on how to prepare as well as reviewing test content and providing ample opportunity for questions. PA chapter members can attend for free and   …

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Dauphin County)

Swatara Township Building 599 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA, United States

PMPEI:Course in Zoning Dauphin County (Swatara Twp)Tuesday, March 10, 17 and 24, 2015Location: Swatara Township Building599 Eisenhower Boulevard, Harrisburg PA To register contact Andrew Bomberger (abomberger@tcrpc-pa.org), 717-234-2639

Writing Growing Greener: Conservation by Design Codes | 4.75 CM

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton, PA

Appalachian Trail Conservancy presents Writing Growing Greener: Conservation by Design Codes Conservation design is an effective approach to managing residential development while conserving existing natural and cultural resources. Nationally-renowned expert Randall Arendt and Senior Conservation Director Ann Hutchinson of Natural Lands Trust will instruct participants in conservation design through a keynote lecture illustrated with case   …

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Chester County)

West Chester University Graduate Business Center 1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Zoning Chester County (West Chester)Wednesday, March 4, 18, and 25, 2015Location: West Chester University, Graduate Business Center1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester PA 19380To register: William Stevens (info@cc2020.org), www.CC2020.org

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Bucks County (Doylestown)Thursdays, March 12, 19,  and 26, 2015Location:Delaware Valley College700 Butler Avenue Doylestown, PA 18901 To register, contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, March 31, April 7 and 14, 2015Location Lycoming County Lysock View Complex542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register, contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, March 31, April 7 and 14, 2015Location Lycoming County Lysock View Complex542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register, contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Berks County)

PMPEI:Course in Zoning Berks County (Reading)Thursday, April 9,16, and 23, 2015Location: Albright College, Rockland and 13th Streets, Reading PA To register contact Andrea L Weist (aweist@alb.edu), 610-929-6503

NEW New Ken Better Block

You are invited to help create a NEW New Ken Better Block! New Ken Better Block Brochure Thursday, April 9th: Meet and Greet Reception (5-6pm) followed by Public Input Carrette (6-7:30pm) Friday April 10th: Walking Charrette (9-11am) followed by Charrette Luncheon with Keynote by Andrew Howard (11:30am-2pm) Saturday, May 2nd: Join in the discussion with   …

NEW New Ken Better Block

You are invited to help create a NEW New Ken Better Block! New Ken Better Block Brochure Thursday, April 9th: Meet and Greet Reception (5-6pm) followed by Public Input Carrette (6-7:30pm) Friday April 10th: Walking Charrette (9-11am) followed by Charrette Luncheon with Keynote by Andrew Howard (11:30am-2pm) Saturday, May 2nd: Join in the discussion with   …

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Lycoming County)

Lycoming County Lysock View Complex 542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Lycoming County (Montoursville)Tuesday, March 31, April 7 and 14, 2015Location Lycoming County Lysock View Complex542 County Farm Road, Montoursville, PA To register, contact Megan Lehman (mlehman@lyco.org), 570-320-2130

Spring Forum: Solutions to the Alphabet Soup of Water Regulations|5.5 CM

Hilton Harrisburg 1 North 2nd Street, Harrisburg, PA, United States

Spring Forum Brochure The spring forum will focus on understanding water regulations and responding to requirements with projects that address needs, build partnerships, and capitalize on overlapping interests.  The event will help attendees clarify their understanding of TMDL, MS4, stormwater, and other water-based issues and regulations, and provide details on innovative projects that have addressed   …

$80

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Montgomery County)

Whitpain Twp Municipal Building 960 Wentz Road, Blue Bell, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Montgomery County (Blue Bell)Wednesday, April 15, 22, and 29, 2015Location: Whitpain Twp Municipal Building960 Wentz Road Blue Bell, PA To register, contact Rita McKelvey (rmckelve@montcopa.org), 610-278-3753

Penn State Extension: All About Open Space | 1.25 CM

Webinar

Penn State ExtensionAll About Open Space – Owning and Managing Natural Lands Municipal officials, developers and planners often find themselves faced with opportunities and requests to own open space, and are then faced with the question -- “how will it be cared for and maintained?”   This webinar describes practical methods for managing natural areas, whether   …

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Berks County)

PMPEI:Course in Zoning Berks County (Reading)Thursday, April 9,16, and 23, 2015Location: Albright College, Rockland and 13th Streets, Reading PA To register contact Andrea L Weist (aweist@alb.edu), 610-929-6503

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Montgomery County)

Whitpain Twp Municipal Building 960 Wentz Road, Blue Bell, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Montgomery County (Blue Bell)Wednesday, April 15, 22, and 29, 2015Location: Whitpain Twp Municipal Building960 Wentz Road Blue Bell, PA To register, contact Rita McKelvey (rmckelve@montcopa.org), 610-278-3753

Chesapeake Bay Program Management Strategies

Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission 1601 Elmerton Avenue, Harrisburg, PA, United States

The Chesapeake Bay Program Goal Implementation Teams related to Sustainable Fisheries, Protect and Restore Vital Habitats and Maintain Healthy Watersheds are hosting an Open House to solicit comments on our newly released Management Strategies. Please join us for an informal, informational poster session where you will have an opportunity to learn about the key components   …

PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Berks County)

PMPEI:Course in Zoning Berks County (Reading)Thursday, April 9,16, and 23, 2015Location: Albright College, Rockland and 13th Streets, Reading PA To register contact Andrea L Weist (aweist@alb.edu), 610-929-6503

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Montgomery County)

Whitpain Twp Municipal Building 960 Wentz Road, Blue Bell, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Montgomery County (Blue Bell)Wednesday, April 15, 22, and 29, 2015Location: Whitpain Twp Municipal Building960 Wentz Road Blue Bell, PA To register, contact Rita McKelvey (rmckelve@montcopa.org), 610-278-3753

PA-DE ASLA Annual Meeting

University of Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania-Delaware Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects is inviting you to attend their Annual Meeting, May 1-2, 2015.  The meeting will be at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.  The theme is: Prove It. Metrics of Design. Visit PA-DE ASLA website frequently for updates.

Ruth Shirley Memorial Service

Ruth I. Shirey, a professor emerita in the Department of Geography & Regional Planning at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP), and an expert and authority on geography education, died unexpectedly and suddenly at her home in Indiana, Pennsylvania on Friday, February 20, 2015. She was 72. (read more) Memorial Service Information: On Friday May 1st,   …

NEW New Ken Better Block

You are invited to help create a NEW New Ken Better Block! New Ken Better Block Brochure Thursday, April 9th: Meet and Greet Reception (5-6pm) followed by Public Input Carrette (6-7:30pm) Friday April 10th: Walking Charrette (9-11am) followed by Charrette Luncheon with Keynote by Andrew Howard (11:30am-2pm) Saturday, May 2nd: Join in the discussion with   …

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission Annual Dinner

Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey Hotel 23 S Second Street, Harisburg, PA, United States

Barry J. Schoch, P.E., is delivering the keynote speech at the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission’s 2015 Annual Dinner. In his presentation, he will detail his experience as Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation from 2011 to 2014. He’s expected to address the importance of infrastructure funding and describe his work with multi-modal transportation across the state. More   …

Community Heart & Soul Workshop

Montgomery County

Pennsylvania Humanities Council and the Orton Family Foundation present… An Introduction to Community Heart & Soul The Pennsylvania Humanities Council and the Orton Family Foundation have partnered to bring you a day-long workshop on Community Heart & Soul™, a resident-driven approach to community planning and development. The goal is to increase participation in local decision-making,   …

Stormwater Inspector Training (Philadelphia)

The National Stormwater Center is offering Certified Stormwater Inspector (municipal) training in the following locations: Philadelphia, PA on May 11-12, 2015 Pittsburgh, PA on May on May 14-15, 2015 Designed specifically for municipal personnel our course offers training and certification to demonstrate, for the record, that inspectors are qualified. Inspectors who take our course learn:   …

Community Heart & Soul Workshop

Pennsylvania Humanities Council and the Orton Family Foundation present… An Introduction to Community Heart & Soul The Pennsylvania Humanities Council and the Orton Family Foundation have partnered to bring you a day-long workshop on Community Heart & Soul™, a resident-driven approach to community planning and development. The goal is to increase participation in local decision-making,   …

PA Brownfields Conference

Erie Bayfront Convention Center Erie, PA, United States

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania are pleased to announce the 2015 PA Brownfields Conference, May 13-15, 2015 at the Erie Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, PA.  We look forward to celebrating the 20th anniversary of Pennsylvania’s Land Recycling Act and the 1,000s of projects it has made possible!   …

Philadelphia Then and Now: Are Times Really A-Changin’?

Brigantessa 1520 East Passyunk, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The DVSGA invites you to a conversation with Harris Steinberg, Executive Director of the Lindy Institute for Urban Innovation at Drexel University. Harris will speak on "Philadelphia Then and Now:  Are the Times Really A-Changin?" and then participate in a Q&A led by Inga Saffron of the Philadelphia Inquirer. Have we turned the corner?  Has   …

Stormwater Inspector Training (Pittsburgh)

The National Stormwater Center is offering Certified Stormwater Inspector (municipal) training in the following locations: Philadelphia, PA on May 11-12, 2015 Pittsburgh, PA on May on May 14-15, 2015 Designed specifically for municipal personnel our course offers training and certification to demonstrate, for the record, that inspectors are qualified. Inspectors who take our course learn:   …

Central Section Event: Building Resilient Communities through Hazard Mitigation | 5.75 CM

Giant Food Store Community Center (Linglestown) 2300 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg , PA, United States

Central Section presents Building Resilient Communities through Hazard Mitigation This informative workshop will focus on Hazard Mitigation planning and implementation. Ways to integrate Hazard Mitigation into other local planning initiatives will be emphasized. A variety of mitigation efforts will be presented. Approved for 5.75 CM For more information and to register >>

Central Section Event: Building Resilient Communities through Hazard Mitigation | 5.75 CM

Giant Food Store Community Center (Linglestown) 2300 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg , PA, United States

APA-PA CENTRAL SECTION PRESENTS:Building Resilient Communities through Hazard Mitigation FRIDAY, MAY 15,20158:00 AM – 3:30 PM GIANT FOOD STORE COMMUNITY CENTER2300 LINGLESTOWN ROAD, HARRISBURG Approved for 5.75 CM For more information and to register >>

Fit City PHL

Public Health Management Corporation 1500 Market Street, Centre Square East-Lower Mezzanine, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Fit City PHL is a half-day symposium designed to explore the concept of active design, and strategies for improving health by promoting physical activity and healthy eating. It will bring together architects, planners, designers, landscape architects, developers, and public health professionals to learn about how our environment can have a positive impact on the negative   …

PMPEI: The Benefits of a Planning Commission

Webinar

Webinar: The Benefits of a Planning Commission Speaker: Stanford Lembeck, AICPTo register contact Teri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

Smart Growth and Resilience in Coastal Communities

Webinar

May 20 (Wednesday) – Sustainable Communities Division – Smart Growth and Resilience in Coastal Communities – Speakers: Susan Fox and Gavin Smith Coastal and waterfront communities are challenged to create environmentally and economically sustainable neighborhoods while minimizing risks from natural hazards.  How can planning for smart growth and hazard resilience provide mutual benefits?  Representatives from   …

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Chester County)

West Chester University Graduate Business Center 1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Chester County (West Chester)Thursday, May 28, June 4 and 11, 2015Location:West Chester University Graduate Business Center1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA 19380 To register, contact Williams Stevens (info@cc2020.org), www.cc2020.org

Technology Applications for Transportation Planning

Webinar

May 29 – Transportation Planning Division – Technology Applications for Transportation Planning – Speakers: Brandon Cox, Brett Fusco, Greg Griffin Presenters will describe innovative uses of technology in the transportation sector, including integrated mobile wayfinding for the visually impaired, scenario planning, and ride-sharing platforms. (1) Wayfinding for the visually impaired: Application of ClickAndGo Wayfinding Maps   …

New Jersey History & Historic Preservation 2015 Conference

The Hotel ML 915 NJ-73, Mt. Laurel, NJ

  Register now for New Perspectives on the Past: 2015 New Jersey History & Historic Preservation Conference, scheduled for June 3-4, 2015 in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The annual conference offers more than 20 educational sessions and field workshops over two days (the June 3 activities are optional and require an additional fee). Featured speakers   …

New Contexts for Aging and Livable Communities

Webinar

June 3 (Wednesday) – Private Practice Division – New Contexts for Aging and Livable Communities – Speakers: Ramona Mullahey, Jana Lynott, Lindsay Goldman, Mildred Warner America is aging. The webcast will explore this demographic change that is both unprecedented and global. A profound increase in longevity has transformed average life expectancy: Older adults over age   …

The Planning Office of the Future

Camden Community College, William G. Rohrer Center, 1st Fl 1889 Rt. 70 East, Cherry Hill, NJ, United States

The Planning Office of the Future Wednesday, June 3, 2015 Agenda 3:30 - 3:45 PM: Registration 3:45 - 4:00 PM: DVRPC Presentation 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Live viewing of APA Audio/Webconference Location Camden Community College, William G. Rohrer Center, 1st Fl 1889 Rt. 70 East Cherry Hill, NJ 08003-2013 The event is free, but register   …

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Chester County)

West Chester University Graduate Business Center 1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Chester County (West Chester)Thursday, May 28, June 4 and 11, 2015Location:West Chester University Graduate Business Center1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA 19380 To register, contact Williams Stevens (info@cc2020.org), www.cc2020.org

PACO ICC Chapter Spring Training Forum

The Spring Training Forum will be held June 4-5, 2015 at the Towamencin Holiday, InnFor more information and to register for this event >> There are 3 independent training classes offered this year. June 4th LEGAL ASPECTS OF CODE ENFORCEMENT (6 CEUS) This seminar will help to ensure that you are enforcing the UCC and   …

Big Data and Small Communities

Webinar

June 5 – Idaho Chapter - Big Data and Small Communities: Opportunities and Challenges – Speaker: Jaap Vos Nowadays a wide variety of data from the US Census Bureau is easily accessible for anybody to use and it is relatively easy to create impressive looking maps and flowcharts. But how reliable is this data and   …

Tri-County Regional Market Trends and Land-Use Implications

Giant Food Superstore Camp Hill 3301 Trindle Rd, Camp Hill, PA, United States

4ward Planning will present current and projected demographic and real estate market trends within the Tri-County region (Cumberland, Perry, and Dauphin Counties, PA). Macro-level business trends and continuing demographic shifts are not only altering the way land is developed and utilized, but where it’s developed and utilized. While urban areas continue to see a resurgence   …

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Chester County)

West Chester University Graduate Business Center 1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review Chester County (West Chester)Thursday, May 28, June 4 and 11, 2015Location:West Chester University Graduate Business Center1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA 19380 To register, contact Williams Stevens (info@cc2020.org), www.cc2020.org

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision and Land Development Review Bucks County (Doylestown)Thursday, June 11, 18, and 25, 2015Location: Delaware Valley College700 Butler Avenue, Doylestown, PA 18901 To register, contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision and Land Development Review Bucks County (Doylestown)Thursday, June 11, 18, and 25, 2015Location: Delaware Valley College700 Butler Avenue, Doylestown, PA 18901 To register, contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

An Urgent Call for Healthy Communities

Webinar

June 19 - Michigan Chapter - An Urgent Call for Healthy Communities “Healthy” community design is often spoken about in planning and transportation circles. But do you know what it means, and are you really working to make it a reality? This thought-provoking presentation will address the urgency and the great opportunity of this idea.   …

PMPEI: Duties of the Zoning Hearing Board

Webinar

Webinar: Duties of the Zoning Hearing Board Speaker: Stanford Lembeck, AICPTo register contact Teri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Bucks County)

Delaware Valley College 700 E. Butler Avenue (Student Center), Doylestown, PA, United States

PMPEI: Course in Subdivision and Land Development Review Bucks County (Doylestown)Thursday, June 11, 18, and 25, 2015Location: Delaware Valley College700 Butler Avenue, Doylestown, PA 18901 To register, contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722 ext. 1042

APA Region 1 Conference

Save the date for the American Planning Association Region 1 Conference, June 25-26, 2015 in Saratoga Springs, NY.  More information to follow.

Transportation Management Association of Chester County Annual Meeting

Chester Valley Golf Club Malvern, PA

Calling all transportation planners!: The Transportation Management Association of Chester County is hosting their Annual Meeting on Friday, June 26th from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Chester Valley Golf Club in Malvern, PA. Guest speaker will be Sarah Feinberg, Acting Administrator of the Federal Railroad Administration. She will speaking about Federal policies and   …