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May 2020
During the COVID-19 pandemic, we continue to celebrate the best planning has to offer. In the May issue of Planning magazine, this year's National Planning Excellence Awards and Gold and Silver Achievement Awards offer inspiration and hope. Also honored are the 2019 JAPA Articles of the Year and recipients of awards given by the Chapter Presidents Council, Divisions Council, Student Representatives Council, and Planning Accreditation Board.
Members and Subscribers
Special Issue on APA's National Planning Awards
Planning Matters
Acknowledging the best in planning can give inspiration, hope, and even comfort during the COVID-19 pandemic.
National Planning Excellence Award for Advancing Diversity & Social Change in Honor of Paul Davidoff
Community Parks Initiative, New York City
Intersections
Uncharted Waters for Utilities and Public Health
In an unprecedented policy change, service disruptions have been suspended in cities across the U.S. to help fight COVID-19. But for many, water shutoffs were a problem long before the pandemic.
Tourism Towns at a Crossroads
Could local economies see a post-pandemic boost? Or are they previewing COVID-19's financial free-fall?
Protecting the Public Interest During a Pandemic
Sean Maguire: "We must fully leverage the collaborative, inexpensive, and easy-to-use technological resources available to us."
When You Can't Shelter at Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has made unhoused populations all the more vulnerable — and left cities scrambling to keep all residents safe.
Tools for the Trade
JAPA Takeaway
New research shows how to measure the impact of high energy costs on low-income household and craft policies that help.
Planners Library
A new book on Vancouver, reviews of three additional books, and e-book suggestions.
Also in This Issue
Contributors
Profiles of contributors to this issue: Daniel C. Vock, Linda McIntyre, and Marya Morris.
Great Places
Civic leaders rallied forces to revitalize the heart of their Missouri city, establishing the Downtown Lee's Summit Main Street program.
Perspectives
APA President Kurt Christiansen and APA CEO Joel Albizo on facing the future with purpose.
Cover: Photo by Neili Jones.
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