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NYC Planning Commissioner Amanda Burden Is The 2009 Laureate Of The ULI J.C. Nichols Prize For Visionaries In Urban Development
Extraordinary accomplishments in urban planning are being recognized by this year’s Urban Land Institute (ULI) J.C. Nichols Prize for Visionaries in Urban Development. Amanda M. Burden, chair of the New York City Planning Commission and Director of the New York Department of Planning, has been chosen as the 2009 laureate of the prize, which is the Institute’s highest honor. The selection of Ms. Burden was announced today at a celebratory luncheon in New York City.
     Urban Land Institute
     Oct 14 2009

Update to the Bethel Comprehensive Plan for the City of Bethel, Alaska
The City of Bethel, Alaska is soliciting a qualified consulting firm to submit a proposal to update the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The City desires to have a well organized and detailed action plan that is user friendly, and workbooks to assist in the implementation of the Plan. The City last updated its Comprehensive Plan in 1997, and while it is considered the basis for all land use decisions in the City, some revision of both policies and land uses is needed. The Plan calls for an “overall update” every five years, which should be a “thorough re-evaluation of the entire plan, including goals, objectives and strategies, updates of projections and land uses and area service capabilities.” Bethel is located in an area of slow growth coming from area villages, and many regional conditions have changed since the current Plan was adopted. The City is working with Orutsararmuit Native Council (ONC) is nearing completion Transportation Master Plan, and two project-specific amendments to its Comprehensive Plan. The following Request for Proposal (RFP) provides a brief description of the City, scope of work, submittal requirements, and criteria to be used to evaluate submittals. Full funding for this project is provided through City of Bethel.
     City of Bethel
     Oct 14 2009

Los Angeles Streetcar Inc releases RFQ’s for PR/Media and Special Benefit District Consultant Services
Los Angeles Streetcar Inc (LASI) has released two RFQ’s seeking consultants that can, 1) develop a Public Relations/Media Campaign, and 2) analyze a Special Benefit District for a Downtown Los Angeles Streetcar. Selected consultants will play a critical role in furthering the streetcar initiative that will revitalize Downtown Los Angeles’ neighborhoods and communities.
     Los Angeles Streetcar Inc | LASI
     Oct 13 2009

Learn project management, site planning, current trends in planning law, park planning or retail market analysis and more
Bloustein Online Continuing Education Program offers high quality, convenient and cost-effective professional development.
     Rutgers University Professional Development Institute
     Oct 09 2009

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Neighborhood Development (LEED-ND)
The publication of 'Sustainable by Design: Insights from U.S. LEED-ND Pilot Projects' in JAPA explores the efficacy of the LEED-ND standard as an approach to encouraging sustainability in community and neighborhood development. The article is available as a free download.
     Routledge
     Oct 09 2009

Grant Deadline October 15
APA Urban Design and Preservation Division has extended our grant application deadline to October 15th!
     APA Urban Design and Preservation Division
     Oct 07 2009

Raise Your Visibility on Main Street
Showcase your services and products through our new online Main Street Allied Services Directory, the go-to resource for Main Street Revitalization programs nationwide. http://allieddirectory.mainstreet.org/
     National Trust Main Street Center
     Oct 06 2009

Architecture & Design as a Catalyst for Change, Nov. 5-7
Want to engage the general public in architecture and design? Join like-minded professionals at Architecture & Design as a Catalyst for Change, a first-ever conference on advancing public dialogue on the built environment, taking place in Chicago Nov. 5-7.
     Association of Architecture Organizations
     Oct 06 2009

Planetizen AICP Exam Prep Course Readers Available to Aid Your Studies
Planetizen Core and Supplemental readers are available to help you prepare for the AICP exam. Reading selections culled by Professor Evans-Cowley as the most useful articles from the APA's list of suggested readings.
     Planetizen
     Oct 05 2009

Learn to get more done, better, with Project Management for Urban Planning
Other BOCEP courses in October include Brownfields Redevelopment, Current Trends in Land Use Law, Park Planning and Design, Retail Market Analysis and Site Planning Analysis.
     Professional Development Institute, Rutgers University
     Oct 02 2009

The American Institute of Architects SDAT RFP
The AIA is seeking proposals to be considered for inclusion in the Center for Communities by Design 2010 Sustainable Design Assessment Team program.
     The American Institute of Architects
     Oct 01 2009

Rail~Volution 2009 Early Registration Ends Soon
Earn AICP CM credits in more than 70 unique and dynamic sessions including 16 mobile workshops at Rail~Volution in Boston, Massachusetts October 29 – November 1. Hurry! Early registration ends October 6. Visit www.railvolution.com to learn more and register today.
     Rail~Volution
     Oct 01 2009

Sacramento County, Calif., Launches 24/7 Online Access to Permitting, Inspection Process
Time is money for building contractors, who often can’t afford the time to navigate the web of government permit processes – but can’t afford not to. Yet, some regional governments are discovering that a private-sector approach of putting customer needs first, delivering ‘round-the-clock access, and leveraging technology to do more with fewer resources is a winning strategy. Sacramento County’s new Citizen Access Portal allows contractors to apply for and track the status of permits online. This technology is allowing a department that has experienced numerous budget cuts to maintain efficient services – and to help contractors deliver results for their own customers.
     Accela, Inc.
     Sep 28 2009

Management Doctor Webinars, 1.5 to 9 CM Credits
Given today's economic climate, AICP members are looking for new and less expensive ways to obtain their education requirements. As such, we have converted the training we have been doing on-site to a series of Webinars.
     Zucker Systems
     Sep 28 2009

Call for Nominations: Planetizen's Top Books List, 2010
Planetizen is getting ready to release its eighth list of the best planning books of the year. Nominations for planning books published in 2009 are welcome.
     Planetizen
     Sep 24 2009

Grant Deadline Extended
APA Urban Design and Preservation Division has extended our grant application deadline to October 15th!
     APA Urban Design and Preservation Division
     Sep 23 2009

IEDC Presents ”Building Education Alliances to Overcome Workforce Challenges” Webinar
The International Economic Development Council’s 2009 Web Seminar Series: Learn From the Comfort of Your Office!
     International Economic Development Council
     Sep 23 2009

University of Southern California Master of Planning Information Session
How will you shape the world? Start by attending the University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning, and Development (SPPD) Information Session to learn more about our Master of Planning (MPL) program.
     University of Southern California School of Policy, Planning, and Development
     Sep 22 2009

Convenient courses for busy professionals in urban design, real estate analysis, urban planning fundamentals and New Jersey plan
BOCEP program offers learning in community development, economic development, planning law, professional practice, smart growth and urban design
     Rutgers University Professional Development Institute
     Sep 19 2009

Planetizen's Webinar Wednesdays - Now Through November 11
Planetizen presents a new webinar every week, covering new technologies to broaden the skills of urban planners, designers and developers. Earn CM credits. $49.95 each.
     Planetizen
     Sep 17 2009