The Land Economics Foundation is seeking Research Grant Proposals. Application deadlines are April 18 and August 28.
Application guidelines are available here.
Examples of previously funded projects are available here.
For more information, see APA’s writeup of LEF’s grant opportunity.
APA PA has student scholarships available for individuals seeking to continue their studies, pursue internships, or engage in professional development projects.
Several scholarships are available. Visit the APA PA scholarship page for qualification information and application instructions.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, APA PA SE Council meetings will be held via teleconference for the foreseeable future. Bi-monthly Council meetings occur on the second Thursday of every other month at 5:30 PM, with the next meeting occurring on May 14.
Call-in information is 1-866-499-7054; Code: 7352890020. All are welcome.
DVRPC is taking applications for their Fellowship Program! Click through for the full posting.
https://apapase.org/job/dvrpc-fellowship-program/
APA has put together a list of tools for planners on planning.org.
Tools available include:
APA PA SE will be having a section council meeting at 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM on March 12.
The call in number is:
1-866-499-7054
Code: 7352890020
You are cordially invited to the launch of Transit Forward Philadelphia, a member led coalition of organizations and individuals that have come together to advocate for a safer, more accessible, equitable, and sustainable transit network across Southeastern Pennsylvania. This event is open to the public and the announcement will be an opportunity to learn about why this group of organizations has joined together to fight for better transit, what SEPTA and the Kenney administration want to accomplish, and how everyone—transit riders, community organizations, and residents—who want to improve public transit in Philadelphia and its suburbs can join this fight alongside us.
On Thursday, March 5th from 5:30PM – 7:30PM at Azavea (990 Spring Garden, 5th Floor) Transit Forward Philadelphia will be hosting an open house with our new Transit Coalition organizer Yasha Zarrinkelk, who will discuss the principles and priorities that brought together this coalition, and the opportunities we see to improve our public transit network, and increase access to jobs, housing, and opportunities through the Philadelphia region, while making the system fairer in the process.
There will be a panel discussion and Q&A portion featuring representatives from SEPTA and the City to discuss the steps that officials are taking to strengthen our network and improve service for all Philadelphians. Transit Forward Philadelphia is pleased to welcome the following guest speakers:
With important upcoming decisions about SEPTA’s fare policies, the forthcoming bus network redesign and trolley modernization initiatives, and looming funding challenges, it’s more important than ever to come together and support better mobility and access for Philadelphia and Southeast PA families. We take great inspiration from transit advocates in cities across the country who have successfully organized transit riders and community organizations to win faster, more reliable service, fair fare policies, and sustainable transit funding, and we look forward to building a powerful voice for transit here in Philadelphia.
We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, March 5th at 5:30PM at Azavea! Please RSVP here.
Saturday, March 7th 2020 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
at Temple University Student Center South
hosted by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia
For six years, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia’s Vision Zero Conference has been bringing leaders and expert voices from around the Delaware Valley and the country into Philadelphia for a day of talks, panels, and workshops.
This year, the Bicycle Coalition’s 2020 Vision Zero Conference, presented by Lyft, will both reflect upon the progress made in Philadelphia and the region, and discuss the accelerated speed at which progress over the next four years will need to proceed to make Philadelphia’s roadways safe for all.
This year’s speakers range from New York City’s Department of Transportation Commissioner Polly Trottenberg, Deputy Managing Director Michael Carroll, Philadelphia Streets Commissioner Carlton Williams, Zabe Bent of the National Association of City Transportation Officials and many others. Mayor Jim Kenney will make remarks at the end of the day.
Proposals are being accepted online only via the Chapter website. The deadline to submit a presentation proposal is Friday, March 6.The conference committee is seeking traditional and non-traditional sessions. For complete details see the Call for Presenters
Questions:
If you have any questions, please email Kim Gusic at
Come network, socialize and converse with Black Urban Planning Professionals in the Philadelphia Area at our networking mixer event. Planners, Elected Officials, Engineers, Students and others are welcome.
Date And Time
Fri, February 28, 2020
5:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
Location
Tir na nÓg
1600 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
