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A BI-WEEKLY
BULLETIN FROM FAPA
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Hurricane Charley Recovery Effort
Website for the Florida
Division of Emergency Management is http://www.floridadisaster.org/ or click here
for specific recovery
information.
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August 16, 2004
ON-LINE
Conference Registration
NOW AVAILABLE! Click HERE for details.
Conference
Sponsor & Exhibitor Information
is available. Click HERE for the brochure.
Old China Hands Wanted.
Click HERE
for details on
donating to the reception.
FAPA extends its condolences
to the family and friends of cancer victim
Ron Lee, AICP
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HELP
FELLOW FAPA MEMBERS: SEE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE REQUESTS
UNDER OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST OR
CLICK HERE.
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STATE
AND FEDERAL HIGHLIGHTS
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SENATE COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING INTERIM PROJECTS
The Senate Committee on Comprehensive Planning released its
list of interim reports, which are due October 31, 2004. Among the projects listed were the following:
Project
2005-118 - Review of Florida's Growth Management Policy
Project 2005-119 - Codification of the Imposition of Impact Fees by Local
Governments
Project 2005-120 - Land Use Board of Appeals
Project 2005-121 - Antiquated Subdivisions
Project 2005-123 - Working Waterfronts
The
Committee will be relying on FAPA and the expertise of its members to
assist them in the completion of these projects. The Land Use Board
of Appeals project came about directly as a result of FAPA's white paper
on the same subject that was provided to the Committee Members at the
beginning of the 2004 Legislative Session. The project on growth
management will focus on public participation, certainty for developers,
the DRI process, and level of service standards. We will continue
to provide you with the status of these projects as they proceed
forward.
DCA MOVES FORWARD IN REVIEWING DRIs FOR 2005 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
The Department of Community Affairs has been holding
individual and small group meetings with stakeholders in the DRI
process. FAPA's Executive Director and Legislative Representative,
as well as representatives from the Florida Regional Councils Association
(FRCA), met with Secretary Cohen and other Department staff on Monday, August 2, 2004. Secretary Cohen was presented with FAPA's Legislative
Platform and papers on growth management, the optional sector plan
process, and the land use board of appeals. FRCA provided its
proposal on revisions to the DRI program that was prepared last year in
response to a specific piece of legislation. The one-hour meeting
was general in nature and involved a good exchange of concepts and ideas.
PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
There are eight proposed amendments to the Florida
Constitution for the November 2 ballot. Of particular interest to
FAPA members is amendment six, which proposes repeal of the previous
constitutional amendment requiring the Legislature, Cabinet, and Governor
to proceed with the development and operation of a high speed ground
transportation system by the state and/or by a private entity. For
more information on the Florida High Speed Rail, go to http://www.floridahighspeedrail.org/.
GOVERNOR BUSH ANNOUNCES $100 MILLION PRIORITY PROJECT LIST
FOR STRATEGIC INTERMODAL SYSTEM
(SIS) CONNECTORS
On August 4, Governor Jeb Bush announced the selection of 36
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Strategic Intermodal System
(SIS) projects, funded with a $100 million appropriation by the 2004
Florida Legislature. Construction will begin before summer 2005 on most
projects. The FDOT worked closely with many public and private sector
partners to identify connector projects for funding in the state fiscal
year that began July 1. Funding for these SIS intermodal connector
projects supplements funding for other transportation projects in the
FDOT work program. Many of those other projects are also on the SIS. The
Project List for SIS Connectors is included in the press release.
To view the list, go to http://sun6.dms.state.fl.us/eog_new/eog/library/releases/2004/August/2004-08-04-sis_project.pdf
UNCERTAIN FUTURE FOR TEA-21 RENEWAL
Since Congress recessed for the lengthy recess period, which
runs until September 7th, most observers believe that TEA-21 renewal will
not move in this Congress, although no official statements to this effect
have been made. There also continues to be speculation that the Congress
might work on TEA-21 renewal legislation during a lame duck session after
the elections, but it is too soon to consider this as a likely
scenario. In addition to challenges over funding levels for TEA-21
renewal, this legislation is competing with a number of other priorities
during the closing days of the 108th Congress, such as completion of work
on the many annual appropriations bills that are now in various stages of
development. Legislation stemming from the 9/11 Commission Report will
also dominate the Congressional agenda when Congress reconvenes after
Labor Day. What is known is that as soon as Congress resumes its
work in September, transportation leaders will immediately have to
confront the next extension of the TEA-21 law. Before the recess,
Congress moved to extend all TEA-21 programs, except the highway
programs, through September 30. The highway programs were extended only
through September 24, presumably giving transportation leaders the
opportunity to address a number of issues before the current fiscal year
expires. Among the concerns is how to address member project earmarks and
proposals to redress funding inequities that have cropped up for a number
of reasons, including decisions on the FY'04 Appropriations bill.
[Source: Surface Transportation Policy
Project]
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REPORTS, PUBLICATIONS AND BRIEFINGS
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THERE GOES THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Urban renewal fails when it neglects the root cause of
deprivation, which is poverty, writes Bruce Katz, Vice President and
Director, Brookings' Metropolitan Policy Program. According to his
thesis, Mr. Katz believes that a true rebirth of distressed areas will
only occur if these places are made neighborhoods of choice for
individuals and families with a broad range of incomes, and neighborhoods
of connection that are linked to metropolitan opportunities. To
read more, go to http://www.brookings.edu/views/op-ed/katz/20040714.htm.
EPA WITHDRAWS INACCURATE SMART GROWTH-TRAFFIC CONGESTION REPORT
The following is a direct excerpt from The Heritage
Foundation's website regarding Backgrounder #1782, written by Wendell Cox
and Ronald D. Utt, Ph.D.:
In February 2004, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released
Characteristics and Performance of Regional Transportation Systems, a
report that purported to prove that communities built along 19th century
urban designs experienced less traffic congestion than those built to
design standards typical of the modern suburb. The report, however,
proved no such thing. Indeed, the report was so contrived and lacking in
analytical rigor and integrity that a formal complaint by another federal
agency led the EPA to withdraw the report within two months of its
release. To close observers of the EPA's traditional bias against cars and
its recent cultivation of a fashionable dislike of suburbs, it was only a
matter of time before the EPA would combine these two biases into a
single document, and Characteristics was the unhappy result. The
paper is posted to http://www.heritage.org/Research/SmartGrowth/bg1782.cfm#pgfId-1130632
UNDERSTANDING SMART GROWTH SAVINGS
What We Know About Public Infrastructure and Service Cost
Savings,
And How They are Misrepresented By Critics
The following is a direct excerpt from Victoria Transport Policy
Institute's website regarding a report by Todd Litman:
Land use patterns affect the costs of providing public infrastructure and
services such as roads, water, sewage, garbage collection, school
transport and mail delivery. Various studies show that these costs tend
to increase with sprawl, and can be reduced with Smart Growth.
Smart Growth can save hundreds of dollars annually per capita compared
with providing comparable public services to sprawled destinations. Most
current development charges, utility fees and taxes fail to accurately
reflect these location-related cost differences, representing a subsidy
of sprawl. More accurate pricing can result in significantly more
efficient land use development patterns, providing overall benefits to
consumers. This paper summarizes estimates of Smart Growth savings, and
critiques a study by Cox and Utt which claims that such savings are
insignificant. That study misrepresents Smart Growth and contains several
critical errors. The report is posted to http://www.vtpi.org/sg_save.pdf
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NEWS CLIPS, MAGAZINE ARTICLES, ETC.
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Friends,
co-workers praise cancer victim Ron Lee
I.M. Stackel, Naples Daily News, June 22, 2004
High-speed-rail
item must be rewritten
Kevin Spear, Orlando Sentinel, August 4, 2004
Abandon
all hope, ye who drive in Boston
Barbara De Lollis, USA TODAY, August 2, 2004
Health
considered in companies' building designs
Movement encourages buildings that motivate exercise
CNN.com, July 27, 2004
Living
the Niche Life
Building housing downtown is the latest trend, but it's hardly the
return to the past that people think it is.
Governing Magazine,
August 2004
Where's
the Land?
Frederick D. Jarvis, Land
Development Today, July 2004
Misguided
aim: 'Smart-growth' proponents target not developers but families who
can't afford pricey digs
Jeffry Gardner, Albuquerque Tribune, July 21m 2004
'Green'
Sounds Great -- But Is It Affordable?
Neal Peirce, Washington Post Writers Group
Mecca
site slams may be toned down
Stacey Singer, Palm Beach Post, July 16, 2004
Northeast
transit line gets nod
Area leaders vote to focus on route to Hamilton County
Matthew Tully, Indianapolis Star, July 22, 2004
Smart
Moves in Small Towns
Creative reuse strategies help put local communities on the map.
Bryan J. Paulsen, Commercial
Investment Real Estate Magazine, July/August 2004
Plan
calls for bold approach to managing growth Consequences
Lori Weisbert, San Diego Union Tribune, July 18, 2004
Fed-up
folks change way developers do business
Activists gain clout in Oakland
Mike Martindale, The Detroit News, July 26, 2004
Mobile
Homes: Amidst Stigma and Displacement, New Hope for Affordable
Housing Emerges
Justin Hendrix, The Next American City, Issue #5 2004
Look
at me!
They're bold, sophisticated and impossible to ignore. But are
'landmark' buildings ruining our cities, asks Graham Morrison
The Guardian Unlimited,
July 12, 2004
Reviving
the corridor along U.S. 441
Samuel P. Nitze, The Miami Herald, July 11, 2004
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FAPA/APA/AICP NEWS & INFORMATION
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WANTED: OLD CHINA HANDS!
Do you remember the tradition of FAPA's Old China Hands
reception, when the casual mixer offered members--old and new--the chance
to renew friendships, enjoy successes, commiserate misfortunes (hopefully
they were few), and mentor new planners? We successfully returned
to that tradition last year and revived the camaraderie and warmth of the
Old China Hands mixer. In the past, it was customary to pass the hat
among "old china hands" to help cover certain expenses.
Instead, we are asking Old China Hands to consider making a small
donation (no more than $20) to the Old China Hands Mixer for the 2004
FAPA Conference. Your check should be made payable to "Florida
APA" and mailed to the address at the bottom of this electronic
newsletter. There will be appropriate recognition at the event.
PROPOSE A SESSION FOR THE 2005 NATIONAL PLANNING CONFERENCE
Next year's National Planning Conference will be March 19-23 in San
Francisco - one of America's most exciting cities. Plan on attending,
and share your knowledge and experience by proposing a session. The
submission form and complete information on tracks, tips for preparing
competitive proposals, and conference information are online. Session
proposals must be submitted by July 28, 2004. For more information, go to
http://www.planning.org/2005conference/sessionproposal/index.htm.
BECOME A SPONSOR/EXHIBITOR AT FAPA'S
2004 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The Sponsors and Exhibitors Brochure for FAPA's 2004 Annual Conference in
Gainesville, October 13-16, 2004, is now posted to FAPA's website.
Through the patronage of its sponsors, FAPA is able to provide
professional development opportunities throughout the year to planners
statewide. In addition, conference exhibitors have the opportunity
to market innovative products, educate participants about interests and
services, and establish excellent contacts for the future. Space is
limited, so early reservations are required to guarantee
availability. Sponsors and Exhibitors gain maximum exposure with
conference attendees and are also able to take advantage of a wide range
of benefits specially designed to promote their company or organization.
If you are interested in sponsoring the conference or securing exhibit
space, click here
or go to http://www.floridaplanning.org.
Feel free to contact the Chapter Office with any questions at fapa@floridaplanning.org.
ARE YOU ASKING GOOD QUESTIONS?
Did you ever wonder how the Planning Advisory Service answers
nearly 4,000 inquiries each year? The key is having good questions to
answer! PAS has extensive information on more than 500 subjects. Clear
questions guide us to the best, most relevant materials. Help the PAS
researchers serve you better by reviewing our new question-asking
guidelines: Good Questions, Good Results. For more information, visit http://www.planning.org/pas/goodquestions.htm.
AUDIO/WEB CONFERENCE TRAINING FOR
COMMISSIONERS AND PROFESSIONALS
APA/AICP and the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy present eight new
audio/web conferences for 2004-05. A four-program series for planning
commissioners and other appointed and elected officials kicks off on
October 6 with "Economic Development for Small Towns."
"New Technologies for Planning and Public Participation" on
November 3 is the first of four programs by AICP Training. Registration
includes access to a special web page with extensive reading materials,
program extras, and links to useful websites. Discounts apply for registration
by September 17 and for selecting either a series of four or all eight
programs. For more information, go to http://www.planning.org/audioconference/index.htm
2004 SALARY SURVEY RESULTS ARE IN
Based on nearly 10,000 responses, the APA/AICP 2004 Planners
Salary Survey is the most comprehensive look at compensation and benefits
in the profession since 1995. Results are now posted online. Review a
profile of planners' qualifications, experience, and work; see how
compensation is affected by a variety of variables; compare benefit
packages; and use the online Salary Calculator to estimate what others in
circumstances similar to yours are earning. For more information, go to https://www.planning.org/salary/index.htm
APA'S PLANNERS LEGISLATIVE ACTION
NETWORK--PLAN
PLAN--Planners Legislative Action Network is APA's new
grassroots advocacy network. Plan members receive email action
alerts; special legislative briefings; recognition at APA conferences;
conference "meet up" for PLAN members; invitations to special
events and receptions; unique training opportunities; access to
members-only web tools; PLAN listserv; congressional directory; and
enhanced access to elected officials. Opportunities to be active in PLAN
include writing letters and emails in response to action alerts;
conducting meetings during Planner's Day on Capitol Hill; and taking
advantage of special training programs and issue briefings. You
will also have a chance to shape APA's annual legislative
priorities. There is no cost to join. Simply go to http://www.planning.org/advocacy/grassrootsadvocacy.htm
and click on "Join APA's Advocacy Network." Sign up today to
get with the PLAN. Please direct any questions to APA's government
affairs department at govtaffairs@planning.org
or 202.872.0611.
STUDY FOR THE AICP EXAM --
MANUALS ARE IN!!
AICP has updated the list of recommended readings to prepare
for the certification examination. All books on the list are available
from Planners Book Service. View the list at http://www.planning.org/certification/selectedread.html.
Information on certification and exams is posted to http://www.planning/org/aicp.
In addition, the Chapter Presidents' Council AICP Study Manuals are
in. Contact the Chapter Office at (850) 201-3272 or adminbk@floridaplanning.org
for ordering information.
SHOP 'TILL YOU DROP: VISIT
FAPA's INTERNET STORE
T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, Golf Shirts; Baby Apparel; Mouse Pads;
Coffee Mugs; and much more are now available. Support the Florida
APA and visit FAPA's on line store today at www.cafeshops.com/fapa.
Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and check cards, as long as
they are connected with one of the major credit card companies listed
above, are accepted.
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OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE REQUEST: PLEASE RESPOND
The Tallahassee/Leon County Planning Department is interested
in determining what, if any, local governments are processing
comprehensive plan amendments under the same ordinance (or a concurrently
adopted ordinance) any necessary LDC or zoning map amendments. They would
like to discuss the process, ordinance language, any local legal opinions
and public acceptance of such a procedure with any governments that are.
Please contact Fred Goodrow at goodrowf@talgov.com
or 850-891-8636.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE REQUEST: PLEASE RESPOND
Hopefully you can help us out. Santa Rosa County is
experiencing a tremendous amount of variance requests and is therefore
considering an administrative variance procedure. Do you know of
any local governments who currently have an administrative variance
procedure in place? If so, any information or assistance that you
can provide would be appreciated. Please contact Tim Brown at
850-981-9874 or timb@co.santa-rosa.fl.us
HEALTHY COMMUNITY PLANNING: INTEGRATING HEALTH OBJECTIVES INTO
TRANSPORT AND LAND USE PLANNING
This PowerPoint presentation describes how transportation and
land use planning decisions affect public health, how current market
distortions increase health risks, and how planning reforms and
management strategies can help achieve public health objectives. The
power point presentation is posted to http://www.vtpi.org/wellness.pdf.
It is based on a report by Todd Litman, Victoria Transport Policy
Institute that was referenced in a previous eNews & Notes, but can
still be found at http://www.vtpi.org/health.pdf.
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RFPs/RFQs,
GRANTS, AWARDS, ETC.
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The
American Planning Association's website includes links to requests for
proposals and requests for qualifications. You may access this
information at www.planning.org/rfp-rfq/.
DEADLINE: AUGUST 19, 2004
The City of Pensacola has issued a Request For Qualifications
from consulting firms for professional planning and design services in
the preparation of a Neighborhood Plan for the City's Westside Area
neighborhoods. Responses must be submitted by 2:00 pm Central time, August 19, 2004 to City of Pensacola Purchasing Services, P.O. Box 12910,
32521-0062. Questions regarding this solicitation or requests for
copies of a more detailed description may be addressed to M. Helen
Gibson, Community Development Department, hgibson@ci.pensacola.fl.us,
(850) 436-5655 or FAX (850) 595-1143.
DEADLINE: AUGUST 30, 2004
The Development, Community, and Environment Division in U.S.
EPA's Office of Policy, Economics and Innovation is soliciting initial
proposals for Regional Networks for Smart Growth (SGNET-04, CFDA 66.611,
"Environmental Policy and Innovation Grants," Delegation of
Authority I-47). This is an initial announcement of a funding
opportunity. EPA is seeking proposals for creating or expanding three or
more regional networks of diverse groups, including developer interests,
environmental groups, business groups, citizen activist groups, public
agencies, and other stakeholders, that work together to research,
identify, and support smart growth projects and public policies. The
networks should educate the public and private sectors and citizenry
about the benefits of smart growth. Networks may not use EPA funds to
lobby or to advocate for or against specific development projects.
Initial proposals must be submitted to EPA by 5 PM East Coast time on Monday, August 30, 2004. Award announcements are expected to be made in
January 2005. For more information, go to http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/sgnet.htm
SUBMISSION PERIOD:
SEPTEMBER 13-OCTOBER
13, 2004
The Division of Recreation and Parks published a Notice of the
2005-2006 Application Submission Cycle and Application Workshops for the
Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program (FRDAP). The FRDAP
application submission period is September 13-October 13, 2004. For more information, visit
http://tlhora6.dep.state.fl.us/onw/publications/5-FRDAPsubcycle-7-2-04-INT.pdf
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JOB MART
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JOB MART advertisements posted since July 26, 2004:
MPO Planner/Engineer (City of Greensboro)
Zoning Administrator (City of Miami Gardens)
Senior Planner (City of Miami Gardens)
Planning Technician (City of Miami Gardens)
Transportation Planner (City of Lakeland)
Historic Preservation Planner (City of Delray Beach)
Principal Planner (Collier County)
Environmental Coordinator (City of Pensacola)
Planner III (City of Orlando)
Assistant Planner/Long Range Planning (City of Delray Beach)
Planner (Berryman & Henigar, Inc.)
Planning Specialist (FDOT)
Planning Director (Town of Oakland)
Planner (City of New Port Richey)
Development Review Manager (City of Oviedo)
Planner II (City of Oviedo)
Planning Technician (City of Oviedo)
Supervisor-Planning Research (City of Tallahassee-Leon County)
Planning Technician (Monroe County)
Planning Associate (City of Homestead)
Planning Services Administrator (City of Pensacola)
Community Development Manager (City of North Lauderdale)
Community Development Supervisor (City of North Lauderdale)
Planner (Urban Design Studio)
Principal Planner (Renaissance Planning Group)
Visit FAPA's
Job Mart on-line for salaries, descriptions, minimum requirements,
and application deadlines.
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August
20, 2004: The Suncoast Section of FAPA is hosting, CURRENT ISSUES AND TRENDS IN LAND USE LAW,
presented by Pam Akin, City Attorney, Clearwater, and Ron Weaver, Esq. of
Stearns Weaver Miller Weissier Alhadeff & Sitterson, PA. It
will be held at Landry's Seafood, 7616 Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa,
from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. The cost is $13.00. RSVP by
August 17 to Teresa Maio at maiot@hillsboroughcounty.org.
September
10, 2004: The Gold Coast and Broward Sections are
holding a joint luncheon concerning GROWTH MANAGEMENT AND THE LEGISLATURE.
It will feature FAPA's Legislative Representative, Lester Abberger, and
the Secretary of the Florida Department of Community Affairs, Thaddeus
Cohen. It will be held at Shula's Steakhouse in Miami Lakes, 6842
Main Street, from 11:00 am. until 2:00 p.m. The cost is $25 for
Section members, non-member price TBD. For more information,
contact Renee Miller at rmmiller@broward.org
or Michael Bregman at BREG@miamidade.gov.
September
24, 2004: The First Coast Sections of FAPA and FPCA
are co-hosting an education seminar at Palencia. This year's topic
is BACK TO THE FUTURE:
REINVENTING OLD NEIGHBORHOODS THROUGH NEW DESIGN STANDARDS.
The session will begin at 8:30 and includes a continental breakfast and
catered lunch. The cost of the seminar is $40. If you are interested in
attending or would like further information, please contact Heather
Allen, BHR, Inc. at 721-2991 or by email at heather.allen@bhr-jax.com.
October 13, 2004: FAPA
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING, Gainesville, Florida, in
conjunction with the FAPA Annual Conference.
October
13-16, 2004: Save the date for FAPA's 2004 ANNUAL CONFERENCE in
Gainesville.
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OTHER STATE & NATIONAL EVENTS
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September
18-22, 2004: RAIL~VOLUTION
2004, Building Livable Communities with Transit, Los
Angeles, California. Registration fees are $350 by August 16 and
$400 after August 16. For more information, go to http://www.railvolution.com
or call (800) 788-7077 for more information.
September 22-24, 2004: Hollywood, Florida, will be the center stage
for the FLORIDA REDEVELOPMENT
ASSOCIATION'S 2004 ANNUAL CONFERENCE. Anyone
and everyone who is interested in redevelopment issues in Florida are
invited to attend. The educational sessions will address challenges
faced by elected officials, managers, executive directors, and businesses
in communities both large and small. For conference information,
contact Jan Roberts at jroberts@flcities.com
or visit our website at www.redevelopment.net.
October 4-6, 2004: The National Institute of Crime Prevention
announces BASIC CRIME PREVENTION
THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN at the Rosen Plaza Hotel
in Orlando, FL. The Rosen Plaza is located on International Boulevard,
one mile from Universal Orlando & Sea World, and ten minutes to Walt
Disney World. For more information please download the training
announcement at http://www.nicp.net/flyers/1004.pdf
or contact Art Hushen, 813-601-4893, art@nicp.net
October 19-21,2004: Make plans to attend the FLORIDA MAIN STREET ANNUAL CONFERENCE.
The 2004 Florida Main Street Annual Conference will offer proven ideas
and strategies for historic commercial district revitalization with
educational sessions presented by professionals from around Florida and
the nation. Network with other Main Street professionals, discover new
trends in downtown revitalization, and learn numerous ways to turn your
downtown into the bustling center of activity that it once was. The
conference announcement is found at http://dhr.dos.state.fl.us/preservation/architecture/mainstreet/announcement.pdf.
November 4-5, 2004: Make plans to attend Florida's 29th ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON WATER MANAGEMENT
to explore the water needs of the state's growing population and diverse
environment. The conference will host a discussion by the State's
water management leaders on the Florida Chamber of Commerce's proposed
water supply recommendations and policies. Panel discussions will feature
State and local views on providing water supply incentives, regional
water supply planning, linking land and water, growth management and
alternative water supplies. Florida's five water management
districts and the Department of Environmental Protection sponsor the
Annual Conference on Water Management. State and local officials,
academics, business and industry, agriculture, community members and
interest groups are invited to attend. In partnership with the Annual
American Water Resources Association National Conference, the water
management conference will be held at the Sheraton World Resort,
Orlando. For more information, visit www.mcraeco.com/acowm_conf.html
or call (850) 906-0099.
January 27-29, 2005: 4TH
ANNUAL NEW PARTNERS FOR SMART GROWTH: BUILDING SAFE, HEALTHY, AND LIVABLE
COMMUNITIES, Deauville Beach Resort Hotel, Miami
Beach. Registration information will be available in
September. Watch http://www.newpartners.org
for more information.
May
23-24, 2005: The Department of Community Affairs, in
partnership with the Florida Regional Councils Association and FAPA will
hold its annual GROWTH MANAGEMENT
WORKSHOP at the FSU University Center Club, a
beautiful facility within the Doak Campbell Stadium sports complex. Visit
http://www.dca.state.fl.us/fdcp/DCP/gmw/index.htm
for more information.
May
23-25, 2005: The Funders' Network & PolicyLink
present the 2ND NATIONAL SUMMIT ON REGIONAL EQUITY AND SMART GROWTH
in Philadelphia, PA. Join neighborhood, labor, and faith leaders;
public officials and academics; and representatives of foundations,
regional, state, and national organizations for three days of
enlightening presentations and engaging conversations that advance
economic, environmental, and social equity. For more information,
go to http://www.fundersnetwork.org
or contact Jesse Leon at jesse@fundersnetwork.org
or (305) 667-6350, ext. 204.
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Sheri Coven, Executive Director
Florida Chapter of the American Planning
Association
2040 Delta
Way, Tallahassee, Florida 32301
Phone: 850/201-FAPA (3272)
Email: fapa@floridaplanning.org
Web Site: www.floridaplanning.org
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The Florida Chapter of APA provides statewide
leadership in the development of sustainable communities by advocating
excellence in planning, providing professional development for its
members, and working to protect and enhance the
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