The American Planning Association has issued a call for presentations for the 2001 National Planning Conference. Proposals are due August 1, 2000.
The American Planning Association has issued a Call for Presentations for the 2001 National Planning Conference on March 10-14, 2001 in New Orleans. The APA is interested in presentations related to implementing sustainable development, affordable housing and its connection to smart growth, and habitat protection planning. The deadline for proposals is August 11, 2000.
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