PMPEI: Course in Zoning (Dauphin County)
Swatara Township Building 599 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA, United StatesPMPEI: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, PAPMPEI: 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 StatesPMPEI: 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 StatesPMPEI: 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
WebinarPenn 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 StatesPMPEI: 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 StatesPMPEI: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, PAAppalachian 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 StatesPMPEI: 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 StatesPMPEI: 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, PAPMPEI: 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, PAPMPEI: 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, PAPMPEI: 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 StatesSpring 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 …
PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Montgomery County)
Whitpain Twp Municipal Building 960 Wentz Road, Blue Bell, PA, United StatesPMPEI: 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
WebinarPenn 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 StatesPMPEI: 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 StatesThe 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 StatesPMPEI: 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
PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Lancaster County)
PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Lancaster County (East Lampeter Township)Wednesday, April 29, May 6, and 13, 2015 To register contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722
PA-DE ASLA Annual Meeting
University of PennsylvaniaThe 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 …
PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Lancaster County)
PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Lancaster County (East Lampeter Township)Wednesday, April 29, May 6, and 13, 2015 To register contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722
Tri-County Regional Planning Commission Annual Dinner
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey Hotel 23 S Second Street, Harisburg, PA, United StatesBarry 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 CountyPennsylvania 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, …
PMPEI: Course in Community Planning (Lancaster County)
PMPEI: Course in Community Planning Lancaster County (East Lampeter Township)Wednesday, April 29, May 6, and 13, 2015 To register contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722
PA Brownfields Conference
Erie Bayfront Convention Center Erie, PA, United StatesPennsylvania 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 StatesThe 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 …
PMPEI: Course in Subdivision and Land Development Review (Cambria County)
PMPEI: Course in Subdivision and Land Development Review Cambria County (Ebensburg)Thursdays, May 14, 21, and 28, 2015 To register contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722
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 StatesCentral 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 StatesAPA-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 StatesFit 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
WebinarWebinar: 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
WebinarMay 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 and Land Development Review (Cambria County)
PMPEI: Course in Subdivision and Land Development Review Cambria County (Ebensburg)Thursdays, May 14, 21, and 28, 2015 To register contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722
PMPEI: Course in Subdivision & Land Development Review (Chester County)
West Chester University Graduate Business Center 1160 McDermott Drive, West Chester, PA, United StatesPMPEI: 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 and Land Development Review (Cambria County)
PMPEI: Course in Subdivision and Land Development Review Cambria County (Ebensburg)Thursdays, May 14, 21, and 28, 2015 To register contact Terri Dickow (tdickow@boroughs.org), 800-232-7722
Technology Applications for Transportation Planning
WebinarMay 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, NJRegister 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
WebinarJune 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 StatesThe 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 StatesPMPEI: 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 …
APA PA Board of Directors Meeting
Please RSVP to Susan Shermer
Big Data and Small Communities
WebinarJune 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 States4ward 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 StatesPMPEI: 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 StatesPMPEI: 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 StatesPMPEI: 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
WebinarJune 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
WebinarWebinar: 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 StatesPMPEI: 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, PACalling 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 …
2015 Planning Law Review
DVRPC 190 N Independence Mal West, 8th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States2015 Planning Law Review Wednesday, July 1, 2015Agenda 3:30 - 3:45 PM: Registration 3:45 - 4:00 PM: DVRPC Presentation 4:00 - 5:30 PM: Live viewing of APA Audio/WebconferenceLocation DVRPC 190 N. Independence Mall West 8th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19106-1520The event is free, but register is required: http://dvrpc.ticketleap.com/ Event Description Planning feels the impact of decisions …
EcoDistricts – Performance Based Urban Design
WebinarJuly 10 – Urban Design & Preservation Division – EcoDistricts – Performance Based Urban Design – Speakers: Otto Condon, Elizabeth Miller, Jill Sherman, and Adam BeckAn Ecodistrict strategy is an emerging planning process which incorporates environmental performance metrics to guide neighborhood growth with a social, environmental and economic priority. This panel session will present, in …
Penn State Extension: Active Transportation=Healthy Communities
WebinarPenn State Extension presents Land Use Decision-making Summer/Fall 2015 Webinar Series (view flyer)July 15: "Active Transportation=Healthy Communities"For more information and to register >>1.25 CM, pending approval
Tools to Visualize and Plan for Coastal Hazard Resilience
WebinarJuly 17 – County Planning Division – Tools to Visualize and Plan for Coastal Hazard Resilience – Speakers: Brandon Krumwiede, Lauren Long, and Rebecca LoveA major challenge for U.S. coastal and Great Lakes communities is planning for the impacts of current and future flood hazards. Quite a few counties continue to add residents and development …
L273: Managing Floodplain Development through the National Flood Insurance Program
PSATS Education Center 4855 Woodland Drive, Enola, PA, United StatesL273: Managing Floodplain Development through the National Flood Insurance ProgramThis course is typically offered only a few times each year at FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute in Emmitsburg, MD. FEMA Region III staff will be conducting the in-depth, four day training course in Cumberland County on July 20-23, 2015 – don’t miss this opportunity! This course …
How Can Landscape Architects Aid the Transportation Planning Process?
WebinarJuly 24 – Transportation Planning Division – How Can Landscape Architects Aid the Transportation Planning Process? – Speakers: John Dempsey, Stephen Luoni, William CollinsThis webinar will examine the linkages between landscape architecture and transportation planning, looking at how addressing design issues as early as possible in the planning process can result in transportation solutions more …
The Athens, Ohio Experiment
WebinarJuly 29 (Wednesday) – Economic Development Division - The Athens, Ohio Experiment: Extracting and Implementing Local Design Essence to Increase Economic Competitiveness – Speaker: Kyle EzellAthens, Ohio recently adopted The Essence of Athens: A Strategic Design Plan for Economic Enhancement and Community Competitiveness. This community collaboration 'extracted' the spirit and personality of the community and encourages …
The Supreme Court’s New Rules for Temporary-and other-Signs
WebinarJuly 30 (Thursday) – County Planning Division – Reed v. Town of Gilbert: The Supreme Court's New Rules for Temporary – and other – Signs – Speakers: James Carpentier, Alan Weinstein, and Wendy Moeller. CM Law credit. This webcast will discuss what local governments need to do to ensure that their sign codes comply with the …