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A BI-WEEKLY
BULLETIN FROM FAPA
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September 15, 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.
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IMPORTANT
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Conference Hotel
Announcement
Voting Ballot
in Sept/Oct Issue of Florida Planning
Proxy Available
On-Line
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STATE
AND FEDERAL HIGHLIGHTS
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HURRICANE INFORMATION
Our thoughts are with our members, their families, and the citizens of Florida
impacted by the recent Hurricanes. For continuing coverage and up
to date information, we recommend visiting http://www.floridadisaster.org.
This site will provide you not only with information on Hurricane Ivan,
but updates on the recovery efforts associated with the previous
Hurricanes. It also provides links to the National Hurricane Center
and NOAA. Numerous other links, including hurricane preparedness
tips, the status of road closures, and Red Cross Chapters are posted to http://www.myflorida.com/.
With
regard to recovery, Governor Bush established the Florida Hurricane
Relief Fund to assist affected communities in their recovery
efforts. If you would like to donate to this fund or would like
more information, please call 1-800-825-3786 or go to http://www.FLAhurricanefund.org.
Donations are tax deductible.
The
Governor has also issued several Executive Orders in response to the
hurricane threats. Visit the Governor's Executive Order web page at http://fcn.state.fl.us/b_eog/owa/b_eog_www.exec_orders_display.list_orders
to read these Executive Orders or search the archive. The most
recent Executive Order addressing Hurricane Ivan may be read at http://www.myflorida.com/myflorida/pdfs/ivan_exec_order.pdf.
AGRICULTURAL LOSSES FROM CHARLEY & FRANCES
In a recent press release, Florida Agriculture Commissioner
Charles H. Bronson estimates that agriculture losses resulting from
Hurricanes Charley and Frances will exceed $2 billion -- 30 percent of
the state's agriculture industry -- and these losses will increase if
Hurricane Ivan impacts the state. Early estimates being reported
indicate the nursery industry, which is the top agriculture industry in Florida,
will suffer a loss of between $530 million and $600 million from both
storms. Florida's citrus industry faces losses of more than $400
million from Charley and Frances, not including structural damages, and
the state's timber industry anticipates more than $150 million dollars in
losses. That number is likely to rise as damage not yet apparent,
such as root rot and bug infestations begin to take their toll. In
addition, dairy farmers have been forced to dump more than 300,000
gallons of milk because there were no tankers available to ship the milk
out. The dairy and beef cattle will continue to succumb to storm
related problems such as stress. Other impacted industries include
vegetable crops, tropical fruit, aquaculture, and tropical fish.
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REPORTS, PUBLICATIONS AND BRIEFINGS
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EXPLORING SUSTAINABILITY IN AGRICULTURE
Exploring Sustainability in
Agriculture defines sustainable agriculture by providing
snapshots of different producers who apply sustainable principles on
their farms and ranches. Ten farmers and ranchers from Montana to New
Jersey describe how their farming systems evolved to meet their
financial, ecological and quality of life goals. Created by the
Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program, the
16-page pamphlet includes a colorful annotated illustration of practices
used on a model sustainable farm and a list of hints to help consumers
make ecologically friendly choices when they buy food. This
pamphlet is available on line at http://www.sare.org/publications/exploring.htm.
REPORT ON AGRICULTURAL CONSERVATION EASEMENT PROGRAMS
The National Assessment of Agricultural Easement Programs, a joint
project of American Farmland Trust and the Agricultural Issues Center of
the University of California, Davis, has released its first report
reviewing the progress and experiences of 46 leading agricultural
conservation easement programs in 15 states. Subsequent reports scheduled
in 2004, more evaluative than descriptive, will examine in greater detail
the implications of quantitative and qualitative acquisition strategies,
easement-local planning connections, and perceived and objective measures
of program impact and effectiveness. This report is available on line at http://www.aftresearch.org/PDRdatabase/NAPidx.htm
PROTECTING WATER RESOURCES THROUGH SMART GROWTH POLICIES
EPA has released a report called Protecting Water Resources with Smart Growth.
The report is a compilation of 75 policies designed to protect water
resources and implement smart growth. Forty-six of these policies are
oriented to the watershed, or regional level; the other 29 are targeted
for specific development sites. For more information, go to http://www.lgean.org/html/whatsnew.cfm?id=796
TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT IN THE U.S.
A new report by the Transportation Research Board examines the
practice and benefits of transit-oriented development (TOD) and joint
development throughout the United States. A link to this and other
Transportation Research Board reports may be found at http://trb.org/news/blurb_detail.asp?id=4060.
MAKING THE CASE FOR MIXED-INCOME
AND MIXED-USE COMMUNITIES
In July of 2004, the Atlanta Neighborhood Development
Partnership's Mixed Income Communities Initiative released the report, Making the Case for Mixed Income and Mixed Use
Communities, written by David Goldberg of Smart Growth
America. The report details the lack of housing affordability,
transportation options and the housing/job imbalance that plagues the
metropolitan Atlanta region. According to the report, with an estimated
2.3 million more residents expected in the next 25 years, Atlanta must
make changes now to ensure that the region's high quality of life remains
intact. Links to the Executive Summary and complete report are posted to http://www.andpi.org/mici/.
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NEWS CLIPS, MAGAZINE ARTICLES, ETC.
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The
next hot 'hoods: Once, these neighborhoods weren't so nice after dark.
But things change when districts gentrify.
Deshundra Jefferson, CNN/Money
Magazine (On Line), September 8, 2004 http://money.cnn.com/2004/09/03/real_estate/upandcoming/index.htm
Interview
with Andres Duaney
Katarxis Issue #3
(Webzine)
http://www.katarxis3.com/Duany.htm
Room at the top: The only way is up when looking for new habitats for
urban wildlife, says Peter Marren. Roof-top sanctuaries are cheap,
fashionable, and effective
Independent.co.uk News, September 8, 2004
http://news.independent.co.uk/uk/environment/story.jsp?story=559233
Land
boom can go with wind
Beth Dunlop, The Miami Herald, September 5, 2004
http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/entertainment/9580241.htm?1c
Group
takes on task of blending transport needs
Nicole Warburton, The Salt Lake
Tribune, September 6, 2004
http://www.sltrib.com/utah/ci_2407824
Federal
Funding's Late Arrival Chokes Transit: As White House and Congress
bargain, Michigan service faces retreat
Carolyn Kelly, Great Lakes Bulletin
News Service, Michigan Land Use Institute, September 1, 2004
http://mlui.org/transportation/fullarticle.asp?fileid=16742
More
companies tap location, location, location of inner cities
Del Jones, USA Today, August 31, 2004
http://www.usatoday.com/money/companies/2004-08-31-inner-city_x.htm
Debate
continues over city's future growth: Should town be built with cars or
pedestrians in mind?
Anne Aurand, Anchorage Daily News, August 29, 2004
http://www.adn.com/alaska/story/5484033p-5422111c.html
'Granny
flats' bill passes Senate panel
Andrew LePage, Sacramento Bee, August 18, 2004
http://www.sacbee.com/content/business/story/10417849p-11337478c.html
Principles
of 'smart growth' to fight sprawl
The Associated Press, Concord Monitor On Line, August 15, 2004
http://www.concordmonitor.com/apps/pbcs.dll/artikkel?SearchID=73181678696905&Avis=CM&Dato=20040815&Kategori=REPOSITORY&Lopenr=408150356&Ref=AR
Put
'Em in a Tree Museum: Many have the attitude toward
development that we once had toward smoking: sure it's bad, but it won't
be a problem for me
Anna Quindlen, MSNBC On Line, August 23, 2004
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/5707740/site/newsweek/
Some
citrus growers might give up because of Charley
Susan Salisbury, The Palm Beach Post, August 20, 2004
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/business/content/business/epaper/2004/08/20/a1d_citrus_0820.html
Hurricane
Charley The Aftermath: Building codes worked, but how well?
Larry Bebowitz, Curtis Morgan, and David Kidwell, The Miami Herald, August 22, 2004
http://www.miami.com/mld/miamiherald/news/state/9463694.htm
Our most vulnerable citizens don't belong in hurricane danger zones
Fran Marscher, The Christian Science Monitor, Opinion, August 19, 2004
http://www.csmonitor.com/2004/0819/p09s02-coop.html?s=hns
Principles
of `smart growth' to combat sprawl
Associated Press, Boston Globe On Line, August 14, 2004
http://www.boston.com/news/local/new_hampshire/articles/2004/08/14/principles_of_smart_growth_to_combat_sprawl/?rss_id=Boston.com%20/%20News
Business
Community Offers Alternative To L.A. City Council's
Mandatory Inclusionary Zoning Proposals
Ray Pearl, The Planning Report,
August 2004 Edition
http://www.planningreport.com/tpr/?module=displaystory&story_id=1017&format=html
Infill
is great as a concept, but is often hard to execute
Brian Burnett, New
Mexico Business
Weekly, August 27, 2004
http://albuquerque.bizjournals.com/albuquerque/stories/2004/08/30/focus3.html
Investing
in a Better Future: A Review of the Fiscal and Competitive Advantages of
Smarter Growth Development Patterns
Robert Puentes, Brookings Metropolitan Policy Program, August 16, 2004
http://www.brookings.edu/metro/speeches/20040816_puentes.htm
Green
Goals "LEED" To Calls To Enhance Building Rating System:
Planners urge Smart Growth principles in design evaluation
Carolyn Kelly, Great Lakes Bulletin
News Service, Michigan Land Use Institute, August 5, 2004
http://mlui.org/growthmanagement/fullarticle.asp?fileid=16735
Fixing
It First: Targeting Infrastructure Investments to Improve State Economies
and Invigorate Existing Communities
National Governor's Association Center for Best Practices, August 5, 2004 Issue Brief
http://www.nga.org/center/divisions/1,1188,C_ISSUE_BRIEF^D_7181,00.html
Jockeying
for Scripps site comes down to wire: A decision is expected today
on Mecca Farms or one of five alternate sites
Stephen Pounds and Paul Owers, The Palm Beach Post, August 17, 2004
http://www.palmbeachpost.com/localnews/content/news/special_reports/scripps/m1a_scripps_0817.html
The
Celebration Controversies
Andrés Duany, International Network for Traditional Building,
Architecture & Urbanism, Volume I, Number 8
http://www.intbau.org/essay8.htm
Area
Sprawl: The Price of Commuting
Gerrit Knaap, The Washington Post, August 9, 2004
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A46349-2004Aug6.html
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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.
FAPA CONFERENCE HOTEL INFORMATION
We apologize for any difficulty you may be having in reserving
a hotel room in Gainesville, particularly for Friday night. Due to
Hurricane Frances, the University of Florida football game against Middle
Tennessee State was rescheduled to October 16th. Together with the
hosting of UF's "Parents Weekend", hotels in Gainesville are
experiencing high demand that was unanticipated several weeks ago.
If you are unable to reserve a room at the Hilton or University Holiday
Inn, please check back with the hotels frequently since some rooms on
other reserved blocks may become free as the event dates draw
nearer. Also, please visit the Tourist Development Council website
for information on other hotels and room availability. To view room
availability for Friday, October 15th, follow the link to http://www.visitgainesville.net
and click the lodging link to "parents' weekend."
ELECTIONS/BYLAWS
BALLOT AND ANNUAL MEETING PROXY
The September/October issue of Florida Planning includes an election and
bylaws amendment ballot insert. This issue was sent to you by first
class mail in order to ensure timely delivery and encourage you to
fill out the ballot and mail it back to the Chapter by the end of the
month. Ballots MUST BE POSTMARKED BY SEPTEMBER 25 AND RECEIVED AT THE
CHAPTER OFFICE BY 5:00 PM ON OCTOBER 1. This issue also includes a
Proxy for voting on the Chapter's 2005 Budget, Strategic Operational
Plan, and Legisative Platform. The Proxy is also posted to FAPA's
website at http://www.floridaplanning.org
(see announcements).
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.
APA OFFERS FREE STUDENT MEMBERSHIPS
Beginning this academic year, APA will offer a free year of
membership to all third-year undergraduates and first-year graduate
students in accredited planning programs in the U.S. We are currently
contacting accredited programs to enlist their cooperation in making this
benefit available to their students. Go to http://www.planning.org/joinapa/freestudent.htm
to learn more.
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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FREE PLANNING RELATED RESOURCES AND PUBLICATIONS
The Local Government Commission offers dozens of free
resources pertaining to land use. For a list of and links to these
resources, go to http://www.lgc.org/freepub/.
CELEBRATE PLANNING ON WORLD TOWN PLANNING DAY
World Town Planning Day (WTPD), dedicated to recognizing
planning accomplishments and the people who make them possible, is November 8, 2004. Plan now to celebrate WTPD in your community this year. Check our
website for more information about WTPD and sponsoring an event.
For more information, visit http://www.planning.org/worldtown/index.htm.
SUSTAINABLE BUILDING RESOURCE DIRECTORY
The Sustainable Building Resource Directory (SBRD) is a
website-based information resource and searchable database of Green Building
and Sustainable Development businesses, organizations, and programs for
the mid-Atlantic region. For more information, go to http://www.sbrd.org/.
CNU XII PRESENTATION NOW ON LINE
Presentations from CNU's XII Congress are now on line.
The web address for the downloads is http://www.cnu.org/news/_static_congress_xii.html.
SMART BYLAWS GUIDE
Many municipalities and developers in British Columbia are
emerging as North American leaders in smart growth practices at the
regional and local scale. Residents are demanding more choices in where
they live and the quality of neighborhoods and job opportunities. Bounded
by ocean, mountains, rivers and working lands, communities are also being
forced to use land more efficiently to stop urban sprawl, revitalize
commercial centers, and maintain a working land base. In
recognition of this leadership role, West Coast Environmental Law has developed
this Smart Bylaws Guide to assist local governments to implement smart
growth strategies through policy and bylaw changes. It describes smart
growth practices, and backs up the theory with case studies, technical
standards and bylaws that can be tailored to specific municipal
circumstances. The Guide brings together the best practices of
municipalities across BC, and highlights other innovators in the US.
The Guide and other smart growth resources are available online as PDF
documents at http://www.wcel.org/issues/urban/sbg/.
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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/.
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
RECOGNITION (AND REMUNERATION)
FOR GREAT URBAN PLACES
Applications for the 2005 Rudy Bruner Award for Urban
Excellence are now available. According to the Bruner Foundation,
"The Rudy Bruner Award is given to urban places that demonstrate the
successful integration of effective process, meaningful values and good
design. RBA winners are distinguished by their social, economic and
contextual contributions to the urban environment, and often provide
innovative solutions to our cities most challenging problems." One
Gold Medal winner received $50,000 and four Silver Medal winners receive
$10,000 each. The application may be submitted by anyone involved in the
planning, development, or operation of a project - from a representative
of a governmental unit or community group to a design professional or
developer. Visit http://www.brunerfoundation.org
for more information and an applications packet. The application deadline
is December 13, 2005.
LINCOLN INSTITUTE OF LAND POLICY FELLOWSHIP
The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy announces fellowship
opportunities for 2004-2005 for the pursuit of scholarly research in the
field of land use planning and development. Applications are due by email
on October 1, 2004. If you are interested in applying for a fellowship,
see the website for guidelines on how to apply:
http://www.lincolninst.edu/education/lilp_research_fellowships.pdf.
The deadline is October 1, 2004.
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JOB MART
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JOB MART advertisements posted since August 16, 2004:
Planner I or II (Polk County)
Neighborhood Planning Analyst (City of Coral Springs)
Planning & Redevelopment Director (City of Oldsmar)
Parks and Open Space Planner (Glatting Jackson Kercher Anglin Lopez
Rinehart, Inc.)
Zoning Official - Urban Planning (Charlotte County)
Planner I (City of Fernandina Beach)
Senior Planner or Planner I (Indian River County)
Urban Designer (Martin County)
Senior Planner (Martin County)
Planner II (Martin County)
Principal Planner (City of Hollywood)
Planner (Asset Property Disposition, Inc.)
Visit FAPA's
Job Mart on-line for salaries, descriptions, minimum requirements,
and application deadlines.
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FAPA CHAPTER & SECTION CALENDAR
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September
24, 2004: The First Coast Sectionsof FAPA
and the First Coast Chapter of FPZA 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.
November 4, 2004: The Sun Coast Section of FAPA proudly presents
its 2004 ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER,
starting with Happy Hour at 6:00 pm, followed by dinner at 6:45 pm, at the Renaissance Vinoy Hotel. Learn from local guest speakers about the
development trends in downtown St. Petersburg plus announcements of award
winners and the Sun Coast's business meeting. The cost is $35 members/$40
non-members. RSVP by 10/29 to Melissa Zornitta at (813) 272-5940 or zornittam@plancom.org.
February 16-17, 2005: Save the Date - FAPA's 2005 LEGISLATIVE WORKSHOP,
Holiday Inn Select, Tallahassee, Florida. More information coming
soon.
May 11-13, 2005: Save the Date - APA's 2005 LEGISLATIVE AND POLICY CONFERENCE,
Washington Court Hotel, Washington, D.C. For more information or to
request a registration form, e-mail govtaffairs@planning.org.
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OTHER STATE & NATIONAL EVENTS
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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.
September 29, 2004: ULI TAMPA
BAY DISTRICT COUNCIL'S DOWNTOWN ST. PETERSBURG PROGRAM/TOUR & DEVIL
RAYS GAME beginning at 3:00 pm (game time is 7:15 pm). Fees for the tour only are $40/members and $50/non-members. Fees for
the tour and game are $50/members and $60/non-members. Space is
limited to the first 55 people. For more information, go to http://www.uli.org/events/?ID=298.
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 6, 2004: Register for PARTNERSHIPS IN TRANSPORTATION,
hosted by the Florida Department of Transportation at Florida's Turnpike
Enterprise Headquarters (Turkey Lake Facility) in Orlando. For more
information, please visit the workshop website at http://www.ncppp.org/calendars/dot_fl_email.html
or contact epoole@fl-counties.com.
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.
November
12, 2004: Lorman Educational Services presents a
seminar on ZONING AND LAND USE
at the Radisson Plaza Hotel, downtown Orlando, 60 South Ivanhoe Boulevard.
For registration, fees, session descriptions, and a list of speakers,
please visit http://www.lorman.com/seminars/seminar_details.php?pid=74470&tid=&sid=FL&
November
15-16, 2004: LITIGATING
LAND USE DISPUTES: Trial Strategies for Florida's
Multiple Forums; Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina, Tampa. For
more information, call (800) 873-7130 or go to www.cle.com.
Sponsored by CLE International, the registration rate is $695.
November
19, 2004: Lorman Educational Services presents a
seminar on ZONING AND LAND USE
at the Hilton Garden Inn Tampa/Ybor Historic District, 1700 East 9th
Avenue, Tampa. For registration, fees, session descriptions, and
a list of speakers, please visit
http://www.lorman.com/seminars/seminar_details.php?pid=74365&tid=&sid=FL&
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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FAPA's Mission:
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
natural and built environments.
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