GAZA is an approved provider of Certification Maintenance (CM) credits for AICP-certified administrators, and the Winter 2011 conference will be submitted as a CM-eligible event.

LOCATION UPDATE! Come out and join us for a beverage of your choice and a chance to unwind from the workweek.

Georgia Institute of Technology, Student Center, Crescent Room

The Young Planners Group and the Georgia Planning Association invite you to a HAPPY HOUR Event!

The Community Planning Institute provides training for citizens, staff and elected officials involved in planning and land development in their communities.

APA is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the Community Planning Assistance Team (CPAT) program.

A Lifelong Community is a community where individuals can live throughout their lifetime; they provide a full range of options to residents, ensuring a high quality of life for all.

As planners, we understand that GIS continues to have a positive and lasting impact on our profession. A variety of topical sessions will include plenty of technical information that will benefit both beginners and experts alike.

Tulane University's new Master of Sustainable Real Estate Development Program and the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta's Center for Real Estate Analytics invite researchers, industry practitioners, and policymakers to participate in a conference to advance the understanding and improve the practice of green development and finance.

Historic preservation commissions and others can get training from the Vinson Institute to help them carry out their responsibilities and maintain the integrity of protected community locations.

Stakeholder Review of PLAN 2040 Recommendations and Discussion of the Transportation Investment Act of 2010 Process

The Fair Share Campaign will work to ensure that transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects make up a fair share of the metro Atlanta Regional Transportation Roundtable's draft list of transportation projects.

The next Young Planners Group meeting is scheduled for the evening of Wednesday, March 30th at the Historic Fourth Ward Park in Atlanta.

The College of Architecture presents George Hargreaves in the 2011 Douglas C. Allen Lecture. AIA credit will be available.

Sustainable Atlanta Roundtable: Public Health and the Environment

53 Annual Building Officials Association of Georgia Conference.

The Georgia Water Resources Conference - held biennially since 1989 - is a forum for discussing water quantity and quality issues in Georgia. The 2009 conference was made possible by the efforts of over 60 session moderators, 250 speakers, 400 manuscript reviewers, and 40 students who helped with the sessions during the conference, as well as the conference steering committee and 20+ program committee members.

Even if you can't make it to Boston for APA's 2011 National Planning Conference, you can still take advantage of some of the high-quality training available there.

Planning for a Successful, Sustainable Atlanta Region. Learn about Plan 2040 Objectives.

This advanced Good Urbanism course is available only to graduates of Good Urbanism 101. Presented in a workshop format, participants are instructed on the application of Good Urbanism 101 principles to resolve real world urban design challenges.

Every three years, ASLA chapters from Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina congregate for a joint conference.

Denver planner and this year’s Serenbe Institute Visiting Fellow, Jeff Winston, will present a lecture, “Rethinking Planning: Is There a Better Way,” at 4:00 PM Saturday, May 7 at the Serenbe Institute Studio. It will be immediately followed by a reception at Brigitte and Shelton Stanfill’s house. There is no charge and everyone is invited.

Submit your application by March 30 for APA's inaugural AICP Certified Environmental Planner or AICP Certified Transportation Planner exam. May 9-23 is the only Advanced Specialty Certification exam window scheduled this year.

Come one, come all to GPA’s Spring Conference 2011, to be held at the Wyndham Peachtree Conference Center in Peachtree City, May 12th and 13th.

The Urban Land Institute invites you to the premier of its inaugural “ULI Atlanta Infrastructure Summit: A Region at the Crossroads.”

The Urban Land Institute invites you to the premier of its inaugural “ULI Atlanta Infrastructure Summit: A Region at the Crossroads.”

To spark the conversation, Rebecca Serna from the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition will talk about the Atlanta Streets Alive program and the street festivals they have planned this summer.

An official "organizing meeting" will be held on Thursday, June 16th at 6:30 P.M. at the Central Library of the Atlanta-Fulton County Library System in the 2nd Floor Meeting Room. During this meeting, we will be going in to greater detail about:

Imagine a street full of people of all ages and backgrounds, walking, biking, creating and laughing, together. A street temporarily closed to cars, but open to people. Imagine residents safely enjoying their city, socializing with neighbors, and engaging in healthy activities. Imagine if all of this were free, with absolutely no barriers to participation. By the people, for the people. Sound good yet?

Rally, happy hour, and update on Fair Share for Transit campaign on Thursday, June 30, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.! JOIN US at the Margaret Mitchell House in Midtown Atlanta to meet with other supporters and discuss the importance of keeping key transit, pedestrian and bike projects on the Regional Transportation Roundtable list for next year's […]

Learn about the Statewide water planning process and next steps and engage with Council members regarding regional water plan implementation.

The Community Planning Institute provides training for citizens, staff and elected officials involved in planning and land development in their communities.

Who better to manage Georgia's forests than the very people who want to see them prosper? The Georgia Forestry Association is committed to protecting our forests and their future.

Hosted by the Congress for New Urbanism Atlanta Chapter and the Georgia Planning Association, Chris Faussemagne of Westbridge Partners will discuss the nuances of developing the Westside Provisions District.

Regional leaders can't lead effectively if we don't tell them what we want...

Shaw Afb And The Sumter Community: A Coordinated Comprehensive Planning Approach SCAPA’s mid-year conference will give attendees an opportunity to visit a vital Department of Defense asset in the State for a chance to learn more about its contributions to overall planning efforts. Many practicing community, city and regional, planners lack a full understanding about military […]

Dear Bicycle & Pedestrian safety stakeholders, I am pleased to announce a series of upcoming meetings to discuss the statewide Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety Action Plan. That document was initially developed and finalized in 2008 and is due for updates and revisions.

Come Hear about "The Dunwoody Model" of Government

Join the faculty, staff, and friends of the School of City and Regional Planning as we welcome our returning students and incoming fall class.

This Road Show course takes a 4-hour condensed version of Good Urbanism 101 to Macon, GA, highlighting urban design examples specific to the city of Macon.

Although this event will shamelessly plug the District 10 Young Planners Group, as well as the Fall Conference, the event is primarily for socializing with area planners. Please plan on attending, and invite your colleagues! 

The Georgia Department of Public Health’s Office of Injury Prevention, the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety, and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) are pleased to offer the third annual workshop on Designing and Operating Streets and Roads to Accommodate Older Drivers and Pedestrians.

The first of Georgia Tech’s First Friday events for the new school year is coming up on Friday, September 9th. The GT students are hoping for some professional planners to attend!

Please join us and our selected panelists as we discuss the Georgia State Water Plan and its impact on water planning practices.

Join the Student Planning Association of Georgia Tech for Park(ing) Day 2011 (http://parkingday.org/) along Fifth Street in Tech Square. Park(ing) Day is an international event that encourages people to think about how space is used by turning metered parking spaces into green space, public space, and other creative uses. 

The GPA Fall Conference is returning to Georgia’s first city, and GPA’s most popular destination, beginning September 28! We want everyone to be there and you can sign up for the event right away.

The Southeast Regional Workshop is your opportunity to network with leading local government colleagues in the southeast and learn about key local sustainability topics. Sessions include Institutionalizing Sustainability, Communicating Sustainability and Climate, Best Practices for Engaging Business and Financing Sustainability.

The City of Valdosta and its planning partners are preparing for Community Planning Month for October when we celebrate the value of quality Community Planning. This is a nationally recognized event sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) and Valdosta has participated in it for the last three years.

A one-day symposium to introduce leaders from across disciplines to the factors that influence school siting decisions in Georgia and the Southeast. This workshop will explore alternatives for enhancing collaboration around school siting through policies and actions on the local, regional and state level. 

Join the Council for Quality Growth for the 2nd Annual CID Showcase to learn about our region's Community Improvement Districts, their initiatives, projects and their role as the economic engine of our Region.

Over the past few years, local governments across the country have searched for ways to “green” their organizations – from internal operations to recycling programs and alternative energy production. This workshop will highlight local governments in the region and how they have implemented effective green policies. Participants will come away with a better understanding of how these programs were initiated and are managed day to day.

The City of Valdosta and its planning partners are preparing for Community Planning Month for October when we celebrate the value of quality Community Planning. This is a nationally recognized event sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) and Valdosta has participated in it for the last three years.

Join the Georgia Conservancy's Growth Management Program and Georgia Tech professors Richard Dagenhart, Doug Allen, and David Green for a six-class course focusing on the history, principles, and current practices of designing better cities and a better Atlanta.

Three primary tracks include economic development, professional development and Clemson University related projects.  In addition, legal and ethics sessions will be included and a chapter business meeting.  We’ll also feature a Spirit Night reception Thursday evening.  Attendees can earn up to 10 AICP and SC continuing education credits.  Don’t wait until the last minute – register today!

The City of Valdosta and its planning partners are preparing for Community Planning Month for October when we celebrate the value of quality Community Planning. This is a nationally recognized event sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) and Valdosta has participated in it for the last three years.

The City of Valdosta and its planning partners are preparing for Community Planning Month for October when we celebrate the value of quality Community Planning. This is a nationally recognized event sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) and Valdosta has participated in it for the last three years.

The City of Valdosta and its planning partners are preparing for Community Planning Month for October when we celebrate the value of quality Community Planning. This is a nationally recognized event sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) and Valdosta has participated in it for the last three years.

The School of City and Regional Planning at Georgia Tech is pleased to host Dan Immergluck for a lecture marking his promotion to professor: What's Next? Prognosis and Prospects for Housing and Urban Form After the Crisis

The City of Valdosta and its planning partners are preparing for Community Planning Month for October when we celebrate the value of quality Community Planning. This is a nationally recognized event sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) and Valdosta has participated in it for the last three years.

The City of Valdosta and its planning partners are preparing for Community Planning Month for October when we celebrate the value of quality Community Planning. This is a nationally recognized event sponsored by the American Planning Association (APA) and Valdosta has participated in it for the last three years.

ULI Atlanta presents its annual real estate trends and forecast meeting, featuring insights from leading experts both nationally and locally. The event will again feature a presentation on the Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2012 report-a publication from PwC and ULI-as well as a session on the outlook for Atlanta area real estate, including a panel of leading area real estate investors and experts.

Have you found yourself in the past year in the awkward position of trying to defend our profession?

Beyond the Center / Landscapes Of Immigration / the Physical, Social, And Cultural Fabric Of Paris, Toulouse, and Atlanta

Cents & Sensibility: Atlanta's Transportation Vision, will be a panel discussion on the impact that next year's Atlanta Regional Roundtable event will have on the region's economy, environment and equity. This is a free symposium that the Student Planning Association (SPA) offers annually in celebration of the American Planning Association's World Town Planning Day (WTPD).

Upcoming lecture at the CDC Chamblee Campus on Wednesday, Nov. 16th 1:00 – 2:30 as part of CDC’s 2011 Sustainability Forum.

Community Planning Institute for Water Resource Management - Richmond Hill

You’re invited to our Winter 2012 Happy Hour, held in conjunction with the GPA AICP Exam Preparation Review Session. This is our third year hosting this combined event with GPA and we’ve had a great turnout the past two years. The Winter Happy Hour will follow the first day of the AICP exam prep review session. All planners and planning students are invited to attend. 

Dowell Myers is a demographer and urban planner who creates narratives to promote public understanding about pressing issues that affect our common future. In his February 22 talk at the Atlanta Fed he will use the most recent demographic data to outline the new facts and debunk some of the old rhetoric that shaped policy debates on immigration.

The GPA Young Planners Group will host a reception on March 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Sage Woodfire Tavern (4505 Ashford Dunwoody Road, next to Crowne Plaza). Light appetizers and one drink ticket per person will be provided. A cash bar will also be available. Come and enjoy this popular event […]

This is just one of many courses sponsored by the National Highway Institute. This one will be held in Atlanta on April 3-5, 2012. Check the NHI web site for more information on this and other courses.

Engage in a Conversation With USMC (Retired), Former Special Strategic Assistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Col. Mark ‘Puck’ Mykleby  Learn more about Puck’s support of sustainable communities as a national security issue and how it has led to a national conversation about the future defense of the nation. Hear about Puck’s investigation into […]

South Atlantic Chapters and Schools Reception

After successful courses for members in Savannah, Augusta and Macon, Good Urbanism 101 is on the road again and excited to travel to Columbus!

Transportation officials, government leaders, planners, engineers, public health officials, advocates, and others, are invited to attend to join the discussion on transportation, people, and places.

Presented by the green Building Council of the Greater Atlanta Home Builders Association in partnership with the Atlanta Chapter of the American Institue of Architects. Steve Mouzon will be in Atlanta to present two education sessions and a lunch discussion about sustainable planning and design. This is a great opportunity for education and discussion among […]

The FHWA Georgia Division in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is hosting a Transportation and Public Health Workshop in Atlanta, GA.

Join Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute for their GIS for Economic Development course, August 8, 2012, and receive a hands-on introduction to tools and approaches that will make your strategies successful in today’s technology-driven environment. Let this course teach you how to create fact-based evidence that will drive your community activities. AICP CM credits have […]