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Register Today for Course in Zoning

September 13, 2016 / / Comments Off on Register Today for Course in Zoning

Delaware County Course in Zoning. http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/planning/news/ZoningCourse.html

The Delaware County Planning Department is sponsoring the Course in Zoning during the evenings of September 22, 29, and October 6. This “nuts and bolts” course deals with the most complex and provocative topic in local planning.  It stresses the fundamentals for developing a sound zoning ordinance using the authority granted in the PA Municipalities Planning Code. The course includes mapping exercises, reviews of ordinance provisions, and discussions of problem situations.

Topics include:
· Relationship of zoning to comprehensive plans
· Key terms used in zoning and how they are applied
· Critical issues in drafting a zoning ordinance and map
· Procedures for adopting and amending ordinances
· Basic zoning administration

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Sept. 8: APAPA Southeast Section Council Meeting & Social

August 27, 2016 / / Comments Off on Sept. 8: APAPA Southeast Section Council Meeting & Social

APAPA Southeast Section Council Meeting & Social
APA Pennsylvania SE Section LogoThursday, September 8th
(held the second Thursday of every other month)
Meeting at 5pm, social at 6pm
PHS Pop Up Garden (15th & South)

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Please note there will be NO call in option for this meeting (sorry, only this once).

APA PA SE Section Council meetings and committee meetings are open to everyone, whether they are an active APA member or just interested in participating.  The Section Council meetings include required business as outlined in our bylaws. If you wish to become familiar with the APA PA SE, but want to skip the business portions of the meeting, please join us around 6pm to socialize after the meeting, which usually wraps up between 6 and 6:30.

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Apply for Philadelphia Citizen Planning Institute!

August 17, 2016 / / Comments Off on Apply for Philadelphia Citizen Planning Institute!

CPI photoCitizens Planning Institute (CPI) will be accepting applications for the Fall 2016 course from August 22nd – September 19th. This seven-week course empowers citizens to take a more effective and active role in shaping the future of their neighborhoods and of Philadelphia through a greater understanding of city planning and the steps involved in development projects.

Special topics this session include community engagement 101, historic preservation, and urban agriculture and food access.

Classes are held on Wednesday evenings October 5th – November 16th from 6-9pm at 1515 Arch Street in Center City.

See the 2016 fall CPI Flyer or visit CPI’s new website: www.citizensplanninginstitute.org for applications and more information. Contact 215-683-4648 or cpi@phila.gov with any questions or to request a hard copy of the application.

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PA Chapter Conference Call 8/16

August 17, 2016 / / Comments Off on PA Chapter Conference Call 8/16

logobThe PA Chapter of the APA has an Executive Committee meeting via conference call on Friday, August 16.  As always, any Board member (or PA-APA member) is welcome to attend these meetings.

The Call is at 10:00 am on Friday, August 16

866-499-7054    code 735 289 0020

If you are interested in calling in, email events@apapase.org and we can send you materials.

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Engagement Committee Call August 23

August 15, 2016 / / Comments Off on Engagement Committee Call August 23

Large APA Pennsylvania SE Section LogoHave ideas for how APA Pennsylvania Southeast section can reach its members? Have suggestions for how better to get value from your membership? Share them during the Engagement Committee call. The Engagement committee’s next call is Tuesday, August 23, 2016 at 2pm. Any interested section members are welcome to join by calling 1-866-245-0351 passcode 605275.

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Join QUE on August 30!

August 11, 2016 / / Comments Off on Join QUE on August 30!

QUE_Logo_Logo ColorQueer Urbanist Exchange (QUE) is invites you to join our monthly meet up at Independence Beer Garden (100 S Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA 19106) on Tuesday, August 30 at 5:30 pm.

We’re going to do brief updates on all of our projects. Please come with ideas of things you’d like to see the group participate in. If you’re interested in seeing more, check out our Meeting Notes from our last meeting.

Can’t make it?  You can sign to the group and find out more on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/QUEPHL and on Google Groups at http://bit.ly/QUEgoogle. You can also see Meeting Notes in our Files. You can also select your availability for September at http://doodle.com/poll/crwg3fqa83ur53u7.

Facebook Event – https://www.facebook.com/events/1222223181161628/

Meetup Event – https://www.meetup.com/Queer-Urbanist-Exchange/events/233287888/

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Philadelphia’s Green Stormwater Infrastructure Innovation Challenge

June 25, 2016 / / Comments Off on Philadelphia’s Green Stormwater Infrastructure Innovation Challenge

The City of Philadelphia and Citymart have launched an open call for information about how to reduce uncertainties around developing green stormwater infrastructure (GSI), beginning with more effective assessments of subsurface conditions and utility locations.

The City welcomes ideas from industry experts, non-profits, and creative individuals on all types of innovative solutions that could help identify subsurface conditions or utility locations at potential stormwater management sites.

More information and submission guidelines are available at BigIdeasPHL.com. The deadline for submissions is July 14, 2016 at 5:00 PM EST.

Challenge contact: PWD-GSI.Innovation@phila.gov

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July 13-14: Certified Stormwater Inspector Training

June 15, 2016 / / Comments Off on July 13-14: Certified Stormwater Inspector Training

Philadelphia is host to Certified Stormwater Inspector training on July 13 and 14.  The training is put on by the National Stormwater Center and is directed at municipal personnel.  The course covers inspection duties as well as background information on NPDES and the Clean Water Act.  Registration information is available at www.npdes.com and included on the training brochure.

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June 16 Engagement Committee Meeting

June 2, 2016 / / Comments Off on June 16 Engagement Committee Meeting

Large APA Pennsylvania SE Section LogoHave ideas for how APA Pennsylvania Southeast section can reach its members? Have suggestions for how better to get value from your membership? Share them during the Engagement Committee call. The Engagement Committee’s next call is Friday, June 16, 2016 at 2pm. Any interested section members are welcome to join by calling 1-866-245-0351 passcode 605275.

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Delaware County Seeking Nominations for Outstanding Developments

May 25, 2016 / / Comments Off on Delaware County Seeking Nominations for Outstanding Developments
Rothman Institute in Middletown Township Delaware County is a past Bates Award Winner

Rothman Institute in Middletown Township Delaware County is a past Bates Award Winner

Applications are being received until June 2nd for the 2016 William H. Bates Memorial Awards Program for outstanding land development in the County.  The award is named for the late Chairman of the Delaware County Planning Commission and honors excellence in site planning development practices and the innovative use of land resources.

Anyone is eligible to make a nomination for a project believed to be worthy of recognition. Projects substantially completed during the past three years are eligible.

The Nomination Form must be submitted to the Planning Department no later than June 2, 2016.  Awards will be presented at the County Planning Commission Meeting on September 15th, 2016.

Past winners have included the Louella House renovation in Radnor Township, PPL Park Sports Stadium in Chester City, and the Riddle Hospital Health Care Center Four/Rothman Institute Medical Office in Middletown (pictured).

Questions about the Bates Memorial Award?  Contact the Planning Department at 610-891-5200 or Planning_Department@co.delaware.pa.us.

 

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