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March 25, 2020
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Even with the current state of uncertainty in our lives and our profession, we would be remiss not to celebrate the career achievements of 53 AICP-certified members who were inducted into the College of Fellows as the Class of 2020. Please join us in celebrating these individuals who demonstrate excellence in professional practice, teaching and mentoring, research, and community service and leadership.
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
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With social distancing and stay-at-home orders in place for communities across the country, planners must get ready to engage with their communities online. We've highlighted two community engagement resources from APA Learn that we hope will help.
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The Golden Circle of Online Engagement
To support planners as you help lead communities through this challenging time, please take advantage of this free course offering guidance on choosing the right tools for online engagement, measuring success, dealing with outrage and online trolls, meeting language needs, and more. CM | 1.25
Member cost: FREE through April 25
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APA will continue to provide helpful strategies and resources through this uncertain time — and beyond.
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POLICY AND ADVOCACY
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BREAKING: Federal stabilization legislation
Congress has reached a bipartisan agreement on COVID-19 emergency response legislation that is poised to be enacted soon. Thanks to the effort of APA advocates over the last several days, the bill includes state and local government relief funding that is necessary for stabilization, response, and recovery. Join APA for a legislative briefing March 26 at 2 p.m. (ET) to learn more about the elements of this bill that will enable planners to help communities respond to these unprecedented challenges.
There is potential for more funding and legislation to come, and communities will continue to need your advocacy to ensure future legislation addresses their needs.
Join the Planners Advocacy Network for regular updates and opportunities to make your voice heard in Washington.
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NATIONAL PLANNING CONFERENCE
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NPC20 registration credit options
As the 2020 National Planning Conference is canceled in line with recommendations from the CDC — we'll follow up soon with additional information on future online learning opportunities — we have a few different options for using the credits.
Keep the credit with APA and use it toward items such as:
- Membership dues or renewals
- APA Learn courses and other educational opportunities
- NPC21 conference registration
If you choose to go this route, no further action is required from you. The credit would be available to you through September 30, 2021.
Receive a full refund now
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RESOURCES
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Identifying critical infrastructure during COVID-19
CISA released guidance and an accompanying list to support state, local, and industry partners in identifying the critical infrastructure sectors and essential workers needed to maintain the services and functions Americans depend on daily.
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Emergency management for planning professionals
In Hazard Mitigation and Preparedness, read about the tools planners can utilize — such as resiliency and vulnerability — in emergency situations. While not specific to pandemics, these key concepts and lessons can be applied to today's circumstances. The publisher is allowing APA to make unlimited copies of the e-book available — you can check out your copy today via the APA Library E-book Collection with no wait.
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APA NEWS
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APA chapter, division, student elections
Are you looking to be a passionate, dedicated planning leader for your APA chapter, division, or the Student Representatives Council? The deadline for potential candidates is April 24.
If you have any questions, email getinvolved@planning.org. Please note: If you have never used the nominations website, you’ll need to click on "sign up here" to register. You will be asked to confirm your email address before you can log in.
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Demonstrate the value of planning with Great Places
The next Great Place in America could be in your community! The 2020 suggestion period is open through April 29. Invite your members to tell a planning success story by suggesting a great neighborhood, street, or public space today.
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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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