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The U.S. Supreme Court, federal courts, and state courts all play an important role in shaping planning throughout the country. This annual review delves into the important cases, the decisions that were made — or not made — and how this will affect planning at many levels. Legal experts and members of APA’s amicus curiae committee fill you in on what you need to know.

July 5, 2017, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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ASA-APA Summit – Planners & Aging Network Professionals Working Together to Plan Livable Communities for All Ages

This summit is designed to allow planning and AN professionals to learn about one another’s work, investigate how areas of their work overlap, and discuss coordinated opportunities to develop and implement policies and plans that advance livable communities for all people, regardless of their age or ability.

March 24, 2017, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Chicago, IL, USA

Esther Greenhouse
Laura Keyes, AICP
Robert Stein
Stephanie Firestone
Bradley Winick, AICP

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American Planning Association

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Legal Decision Making for Planning Commissioners

Legal, defensible decision making is central to commission meetings. Legal experts discuss findings of fact, making the record, and the legal context for planning. Learn when to consult a municipal attorney for assistance, and gain an understanding of the legal requirements for planning commission decisions.

March 15, 2017, 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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American Planning Association

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Managing the Planning Commission Meeting

Public meetings are critical to planning. Seasoned veterans share their experience in how to create an agenda, keep the meeting focused, allow for robust citizen engagement, and maintain a welcoming, civil, and ethical process. Both planning commissioners and staff will come away with valuable tools for working together to get the most out of these meetings.

February 15, 2017, 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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American Planning Association

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Preparing for Planning Commission Meetings: Staff Reports

In an increasingly digital world, what’s the best way for staff to create reports for the planning commission? Learn tips for effective, clear communication, preparing graphic information, and what should — and should not — appear in a staff report.

January 25, 2017, 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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