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New From Planning
Greenlighting cannabis: What every planner needs to know
Momentum for legalization is growing nationwide. For communities in states that might be next, the best time to start preparing is now. Here are some lessons on what works in local jurisdictions, and also what to avoid, like burdening Black and Brown neighborhoods with the costs of hosting the industry. |
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On July 10, 1966, Martin Luther King Jr. spoke at a rally at Chicago's Soldier Field supporting the Chicago Freedom Movement, which was aimed at eliminating discriminating practices, including housing issues like mortgage and loan discrimination. Visit the timeline. |
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Podcast
Changing demographics and livable communities
Placing planning issues into silos is the biggest policy problem we face, says AARP Public Policy Institute's vice president of Family, Home and Community, Rodney Harrell. While this negatively affects people of all ages, these impacts will become even more pronounced as our nation gets older. Harrell joins APA's editor in chief Meghan Stromberg to discuss where we go from here.
Plus: Want to learn more? Check out APA's member-exclusive Research KnowledgeBase collection on age-friendly communities. |
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Zoning Practice
Reconsidering the role of consistency in plan implementation
How is consistency used in plan implementations to align zoning regulation and land-use decisions with local plans? View the new issue of Zoning Practice for recommendations on how planners and municipalities can build consistency through stronger links between local codes, regulatory mechanisms, and existing local planning processes. |
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NATIONAL PLANNING CONFERENCE |
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Big ideas and actionable insights
From COVID-19 recovery to putting innovative strategies into practice, the 2021 National Planning Conference will address topics that every planner is facing today and give you the space to discuss solutions freely.
New this year, with the NPC21 Live Plus registration, you get access to all live and recorded conference activities, PLUS additional professional development perks like two live webinars and unlimited access to all APA Learn courses through June 30. Sign up now to take full advantage of your Live Plus registration! |
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AICP: When first impressions count
If you have an approved AICP application and are submitting your essays for this AICP certification cycle, the deadline is approaching! Let us help you write successful essays that demonstrate your planning experience. Understand the essay criteria, read the essay submission tips, and watch our guidance video.
Essay submissions are now being accepted for regular review through February 23. AICP certification helps you tell your planning story to employers, colleagues, and communities. |
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ONLINE LEARNING |
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Webinar
Fair Housing Act under the Biden administration
The Biden administration has signaled its intent to make major reforms to the Fair Housing Act, modifying or reversing many of the changes to the regulation enacted in the prior four years. This webinar on February 25, presented by APA's Planning and Law Division, will forecast and provide perspective on how these changes will affect planners and land-use lawyers alike, and reflect on the various policy and legal considerations at stake. CM | 1.5 | Law (Register) |
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Learning Circle
Creating a planning department value proposition
Join the conversation and brainstorm on how planners can highlight their expertise and discover what should be elevated as a planner's value during recovery from the pandemic and beyond. On March 3, join representatives from local government and the private sector for their perspectives. (Register; free) |
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NPC21 Live Plus Perk
Understanding data today to save tomorrow
Join us live on March 18, as we explore how planners, as leaders in the community, must look beyond the initial triage response to COVID-19 and develop a robust framework driven by current data to support long term recovery. CM | 1.0
- Identify what the pandemic has highlighted from underlying challenges and trends shaping our cities.
- Take stock of your unique position to enhance COVID-19 recovery efforts.
- Evaluate internal capacity to collect the needed datasets.
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With your NPC21 Live Plus registration, you get access to this live webinar and hundreds of other planning courses for FREE.
Reserve your live spot now by registering at the link above. You'll see $0.00 in the cart when you check out. |
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Planners transforming school district practices
The Bridges Collaborative, a first-of-its-kind school integration initiative, is leading a nationwide movement for integrated schools and diverse neighborhoods. Join APA's Public Schools Interest Group on March 4 to learn more about how school districts are transforming their practices and the role. (Register; free) |
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YOUR MEMBERSHIP |
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Send questions or comments about Interact to interact@planning.org.
Interact is a member e-newsletter of the American Planning Association and its professional institute, the American Institute of Certified Planners.
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