2017 Chester County Planners’ Forum
East Whiteland Township Building 209 Conestoga Road, Frazer, United StatesProfessional planners from Chester County are invited to attend the fall 2017 Chester County Planners’ Forum from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. Oct. 5 at the East Whiteland Township Building, 209 Conestoga Road in Frazer, Pa. At the event, Chester County Planning Commission staff will provide an update on Landscapes3, the county’s next long-range plan, and the …
Philadelphia’s World Heritage City status: What does it mean for tourism in your neighborhood or community?
Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission 190 N Independence Mall West, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesPhiladelphia is the United States' first World Heritage City. What does this mean for Philadelphia neighborhoods and nearby Greater Philadelphia communities? Hear from speakers familiar with neighborhood and community development, historic preservation, and tourism and hospitality. This event is part of GlobalPhilly 2017. DVRPC’s Strategies for Older Suburbs Roundtable Series highlights challenges older suburbs and downtowns are facing. The Roundtable Series provides a means for networking and exchanging ideas with organizations facing similar concerns.
Healthy Communities in PA Task Force Call
Conference Call LineHealthy Communities in PA Task Force Call All are welcome to join the Healthy Communities in PA task force monthly call by calling 1-866-499-7054, conference code 735 289 0020. More information on the task force is available at https://planningpa.org/advocacy/healthy-communities-in-pa/
LV Section Event: Center for Excellence in Local Government at Albright College Annual Open House
Albright College, 100 Roessner Hall 1940 North 13th Street, Reading, PA, United StatesCenter for Excellence in Local Government at Albright College Annual Open House Each year we gather all of our local officials, county officials, professionals, public planners and many more to present awards to our “Master Planners”, Smart Growth Alliance of Berks County Award and presentation along with a specific topic that is of interest to …
Changing Lanes
The Union League of Philadelphia 140 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRegister Now for Changing Lanes on October 18 You’re invited to Changing Lanes: A Transportation Conference on Technology, Trends, and Change on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at the Union League of Philadelphia! Join leaders from around the tri-state region to learn how technology, funding, and the changing workforce are affecting the transportation field, today and …
Penn State Extension: Municipal Tree Commissions and Tree Ordinance
WebinarPenn State Extension provides research-based practical education you can trust. We help people, businesses, and communities solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future. http://extension.psu.edu/community/ecd/courses/land-use-planning Municipal Tree Commissions and Tree Ordinance: Do They Support Community Development? Tree-lined streets and parks beautify our communities, enhance them economically, and improve the quality of our environment. Unfortunately …
APA PA Annual Conference
The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center 215 Innovation Blvd, State College, PAAPA PA Annual Conference October 22-24, 2017 The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center 215 Innovation Blvd State College PA 16803 PLEASE NOTE: Early arrival on Saturday, October 21st is unavailable due to a Penn State football game.
Fall Foliage Tour Aboard the M & H Train
Middletown & Hummelstown RR 136 Brown Street, Middletown, PA, United StatesMembers are welcome to invite their family and friends to enjoy the train excursion! Join Central Section friends for a fall foliage tour aboard the M & H Train. Passengers will board a 1920’s vintage Delaware, Lackawanna & Western coach at M & T Railroad’s 1891 Freight Station in Middletown. Although originally built as a …
Southwest Section Event: Complete Streets
Hosanna House Wallace Events Center-Third Fl, 807 Wallace Ave, Wilkinsburg, PA, United StatesComplete Streets Workshop Complete Streets is a simple idea: streets and sidewalks should be accessible to all residents, regardless of their age or how they get around. The Workshop will detail the benefits of complete streets and provide direction on how to create and implement your own complete street program. Hear examples from programs implemented in Lancaster, …
Penn State Extension: Public-Private-Partnerships for Municipal Recreational Facilities
WebinarPenn State Extension provides research-based practical education you can trust. We help people, businesses, and communities solve problems, develop skills, and build a better future. http://extension.psu.edu/community/ecd/courses/land-use-planning Public-Private-Partnerships for Municipal Recreational Facilities Public recreational facilities & programs provide opportunities for all ages to be physically active and are typically more affordable than private recreational facilities. However, …
APA PA Southeast 2017 Annual Event
WeWork 1900 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin us for APAPASE's Annual Event on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, which includes an opportunity to meet and mingle with other Greater Philadelphia planners, hear an educational presentation (1 CM credit requested), and honor the winners of the John E. Pickett Student Scholarship competition. Ticket price includes two drink tickets and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Water, …
Queer and the Conversation: The Ethics of Inclusion
WebinarQueer and the Conversation: The Ethics of Inclusion The AICP Code of Ethics states, “We shall seek social justice by working to expand choice and opportunity for all persons.” We seek to plan for all members of our communities. However, sometimes, with even the best of intentions, we might not be as welcoming or inclusive …
Southwest Section Event: Greenways, Trails and Lanes…
Marshall Township Building 525 Pleasanthill Rd, Wexford, PA, United StatesGreenways, Trails and Lanes: Connecting Allegheny County Communities with Green Assets Preserving natural areas and creating bicycle/pedestrian connections is goal many of our planning efforts aim to achieve. Explore how the City of Pittsburgh and the Green Web (Allegheny County) are creating innovative open space networks, building green infrastructure, increasing economic development opportunities, and improving …
Step by Step: Catalyzing Walkable Redevelopment
WebinarStep by Step: Catalyzing Walkable Redevelopment A growing number of North Carolina communities are transforming suburbia. What strategies are working well, and what aren’t? Planners from Charlotte and Chapel Hill will present experiences using redevelopment to turn suburban districts into more walkable places. Participants will learn how form-based codes can create a compelling entitlements framework …
Community Sustainability Seminar
Widener Law Commonwealth 3800 Vartan Way, Harrisburg, PA, United StatesWhat does community sustainability mean? How does my municipality achieve sustainability? There are many paths you can take toward community sustainability. This seminar will address those paths via several different presentations. A moderated Q&A session with the panelists will follow the presentations, and we'll end the seminar with a facilitated discussion on community-based carbon offsets. …
Land Use, Mobility and Technology in Urban America
WebinarLand Use, Mobility and Technology in Urban America Cities at different stages of development all grapple with managing the traditional challenges of housing, transportation, infrastructure financing, and environmental sustainability. These complexities are further compounded by rapidly changing modes of operation, new and disruptive technologies and changing expectations and demands from citizens and business. What innovations …
Women in Planning: Guiding Emerging Professionals
WebinarWomen in Planning: Guiding Emerging Professionals As the percentage of women entering the planning profession increases and gain a firm foothold in the doorway of success, they are reaching back to the next generation and welcoming them through that open door. Join the APA Women and Planning Division for an exciting and inspiring discussion focused …
A Regional Approach for Age-Friendly Communities
WebcastsA Regional Approach for Age-Friendly Communities APA Northern New England Chapter Speakers: Sylvia von Aulock, AICP, Derek Shooster, Maddie DiIonno 1.5 AICP CM credits What would an Age-Friendly Community look like, what sort of services would be available, and how would residents of all ages be able to enjoy that community to its fullest? These …
LV/Berks Section Event: Planning for Sign Code Success
Lower Macungie Township 3400 Brookside Road, Macungie, PA, United StatesPlanning For Sign Code Success Coming up with reasonable and enforceable sign codes can often be a complex and controversial process. With so many community stakeholders caring about sign codes, it is important to get the most accurate, up-to-date information and expertise as possible. The seminar will present modules that educate experienced land use planners …