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Communities with tourism-dependent economies are looking at how to better leverage local assets post-Covid. Providence, Rhode Island, is investing American Rescue Plan Act dollars in a new economic development strategy and reinvigorating its struggling tourism industry through arts and culture. Learn more about how federal funding is bolstering creative solutions to local economic recovery in this article from Planning. |
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More at NPC22: Dive deeper into economic restructuring — from resilient public spaces to transformational spending — at NPC22. You can still register to join us "All-In" in San Diego, April 30–May 3, or online only May 18–20. |
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Commercial Corridors
Eight steps for corridor redevelopment
Rethink and improve the performance of corridors and corridor redevelopment practices within your community. The Commercial Corridor Redevelopment Strategies PAS report offers an eight-step corridor redevelopment cycle — from evaluating corridors to planning for the long term. Today's disruptions make addressing the stability and resiliency of commercial corridors even more important. |
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Housing
San Diego County's bold plans
The fifth most populous county in the U.S., San Diego County has bold plans to tackle housing needs and climate change. Hear Dahvia Lynch, AICP, director of Planning & Development Services for San Diego County, discuss efforts to streamline housing and remove barriers — including new predesigned ADU plans — and efforts that go beyond state requirements to become carbon neutral. Get to know more about San Diego before you head to NPC22. |
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Cannabis
Land use for cannabis operations
With momentum for cannabis legalization growing nationwide, communities everywhere are looking to local jurisdictions in states that have gone before them for lessons on what eases the transition — and what doesn't. This Planning article breaks down what every planning department needs to know. |
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Volunteer
Call for nominations
Sharpen your skills, expand your networks, and strengthen the impact of APA by serving as an elected leader. APA Chapters, Divisions, and the Student Representatives Council are seeking a diverse group of committed members to lead your planning organization in the years ahead. The portal for candidate self-nominations is open through May 16. |
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APA's Jobs Online actively connects you to career opportunities within the profession in areas including transportation, hazard mitigation, economic development, community development, comprehensive planning, and communications and engagement. |
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APA posts new RFPs and RFQs frequently. View our listings for projects that suit your company's interests and capabilities to a T. Consultants: Add your listing to APA's Planning Consultant Directory and start matching with planners today. |
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