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As planners get ready to descend upon San Diego for NPC22, see how the region has become an innovator in addressing housing needs and applying new transit investments. Learn about the extension of the Mid-Coast Trolley that better connects more workers to jobs and opportunities, and how the region is working to become transit diverse. Transportation and infrastructure are two program areas that will be explored at NPC22. |
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More at NPC22: Dive deeper into the topics of transportation and infrastructure at NPC22 — from mobility plans to implementing the federal infrastructure law. Early pricing for NPC22 ends tomorrow. Join us "All-In" in San Diego, April 30–May 3, or online only May 18–20. |
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Infrastructure
Bridging the digital divide
Planners were recently invited to a private listening session with administration officials to help shape the rules for implementing new federal broadband programs included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework. Learn how planners are actively working to ensure any regulations proposed will help position communities to bridge the digital divide. |
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Transportation
Partisanship and transportation reform
How does political orientation affect transportation reform? This Uncovering JAPA blog looks at the role of partisanship in support of transportation policy preferences. The authors uncover "considerable support for change but also deep partisan divides." |
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Women's History Month
Advice from women business owners
Two founders of women-owned planning firms reflect on their personal career paths, the unique perspective that women-owned businesses can bring, and their advice to the next generation of women planners — speak your truth and set goals. |
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Zoning
Shining a light on exclusionary zoning
Discuss the bipartisan Yes in My Backyard (YIMBY) Act in a free webinar co-sponsored by APA on March 31. Join APA, Up For Growth, and our expert panel of local and federal leaders to discuss reforms to exclusionary zoning and how YIMBY Act legislation can help propel pro-housing policy momentum nationwide. Free. |
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