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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250313
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SUMMARY:Spring 2025 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an electrifying experience at the GPA Spring Conference\, “The Power of Place”! We’re thrilled to invite you to beautiful Gainesville on March 13\, 2025\, where the magic of nature meets innovative planning. Nestled among the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains and the sparkling Lake Lanier\, our one-day event at the Gainesville Civic Center promises inspiration and excitement at every turn. Register today!
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/spring-2025-conference/
LOCATION:Gainesville Civic Center\, 830 Green Street NE\, Gainesville\, GA\, 30501\, United States
CATEGORIES:AICP CM Opportunities,EPG,Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250317
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SUMMARY:58th Annual Basic Economic Development Course
DESCRIPTION:Georgia Tech is hosting the 58th Annual Basic Economic Development Course. This four-day course will explore housing strategies as an economic development tool to create quality communities. The housing crisis has become the top issue in economic development for 2025\, and this course will help prepare you to address your community’s unique concerns and opportunities. \nCM credit has been applied for.  \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/58th-annual-basic-economic-development-course/
LOCATION:Global Learning and Conference Center\, 81 4th St NW\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30332\, United States
CATEGORIES:AICP CM Opportunities,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000
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SUMMARY:GPA’s Climate Action Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:GPA’s Climate Action Working Group holds a monthly meeting to collaborate on ways that planners can advance climate action through their work in Georgia.  The next Climate Action meeting is Tuesday\, March 18\, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. \nPlease contact co-chairs Ansley Belton and Anna Baggett to learn more and to request the Microsoft Teams meeting access information.
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/gpas-climate-action-working-group-meeting/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T163000
DTSTAMP:20250217T170437Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250217T170437Z
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SUMMARY:Georgia Academy for Economic Development - The Essentials
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled “The Essentials.”  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners\, elected and appointed officials.  The cost is $195.00 for the day-session.\n \nThe Essentials: Come explore the newest course from the Georgia Academy for Economic Development\, The Essentials. This interactive\, full-day session will sharpen your collaborative leadership skills and reveal the key investments needed for sustainable growth and a vibrant economy. Classes will be held in Moultrie (Feb. 26)\, Sandersville (Mar. 20)\, Gainesville (Apr. 15). \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/georgia-academy-for-economic-development-the-essentials-2/
LOCATION:Washington EMC-Sandersville\, 319 N. Smith Street\, Sandersville\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250324T170000
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SUMMARY:Parks & Greenspace Conference
DESCRIPTION:Connecting on Common Ground\nIn 2024\, Atlanta broke into the top 25 in the Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore\, up from 52nd in 2016. This annual index compares the top 100 most populous cities and ranks their park systems based on equity\, access\, investment amenities and acreage. This also coincided with the City of Atlanta crossing the 500\,000 population barrier for the first time ever. \nThese milestones force us to consider what it means to be a big city and what we should expect from amenities like our parks\, trails and greenspaces. Atlanta is not only growing in numbers but also in diversity. Parks are places of (literal) common ground that give us a shared sense of community. They are places where people from diverse backgrounds\, ages and incomes can play\, interact or enjoy solitude in nature. Parks remind us that our differences aren’t as big as we sometimes imagine. This year’s Parks & Greenspace Conference will highlight the theme of “Connections” in various forms\, and the notion that parks provide the common ground that makes our cities places to live and thrive. \nOur focus areas are Cultural and Historical Connections\, Nature Connections\, Infrastructure Connections and Uncommon Connections. \nThe conference program—consisting of keynotes\, panels\, workshops/demonstrations\, and outdoor presentations—is led by both local and national experts. \nWith over 500 attendees\, the Parks & Greenspace Conference is a wonderful environment for networking with elected officials\, community leaders\, and park advocates who are driven to improve parks and strengthen communities. \nThe conference has been approved for AICP CM sessions – check the APA website following the conference to register your CM credits. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/parks-greenspace-conference-4/
LOCATION:Atlanta Botanical Garden\, 1345 Piedmont Ave NE\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30309\, United States
CATEGORIES:AICP CM Opportunities,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T080000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Topic-AI 101 for Local Officials
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials. \nArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our world\, from streamlining businesses and enhancing education to revolutionizing transportation and logistics. Recognizing the profound impact of AI\, Georgia Tech in partnership with the Georgia Academy for Economic Development are hosting a one-day deep dive workshop\, “AI for Local Officials\,” to equip the state for this new era. The Georgia AIM project\, a statewide initiative funded by a 2022 EDA Build Back Better award\, is at the forefront of integrating AI into manufacturing. Through partnerships in education\, workforce development\, and economic growth\, the project aims to create a model for AI implementation. \nThis workshop will delve into the broader community implications of AI and empower local leaders to support this technological shift. Registration includes all course materials and meals for the day. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/advanced-topic-ai-101-for-local-officials/
LOCATION:Middle Georgia Regional Commission\, 3661 Eisenhower Parkway\, Suite MB102\, Macon\, GA\, United States
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SUMMARY:2025 Training for Planning Officials – Spring
DESCRIPTION:This training provides knowledge\, resources\, and tools that give local planning commission members and others involved in the planning process confidence in making educated\, effective decisions to help shape their communities. Attendees will learn about the history and legal foundations of planning and zoning; the creation and implementation of a comprehensive plan; and how to incorporate best practices in their own communities in meeting management\, preparation\, and leadership. Sessions will also expose participants to the broader role of planning in the Atlanta region in functional areas such as land use; urban design; transportation; natural resources; equity; resiliency; aging; housing; and arts and culture. \nThe Training for Planning Officials is a multi-part series of four sessions\, spread over the course of four months. Attendance at all four sessions is required as the content builds sequentially throughout the course. All sessions are in-person and take up the bulk of the workday. Total cost is $200.00 per person.  \nThe Spring 2025 session dates are: \n\nThursday\, February 27\nThursday\, March 27\nThursday\, April 24\nThursday\, May 8\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/2025-training-for-planning-officials-spring/2025-03-27/
LOCATION:Atlanta Regional Commission Office\, 229 Peachtree St.\, NE\, Ste 100\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30303\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T120000
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SUMMARY:GPA EDI Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:GPA members can attend the monthly Equity\, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee meetings held virtually during lunch via MS Teams. Please email Erin Thoresen\, chair to get on the list for the link. \nThis is a recurring invitation for monthly meetings on the 4th Friday of the month over lunchtime – through the end of the year. We’ll cancel/reschedule as needed due to holidays\, etc. \n 
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/gpa-edi-monthly-meeting/2025-03-28/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250329
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250402
DTSTAMP:20250307T210714Z
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SUMMARY:2025 National Planning Conference
DESCRIPTION:NPC25 is your ultimate ticket to connect with your professional community. Join us in the vibrant city of Denver at the Colorado Convention Center and immerse yourself in an inspiring network of peers that will empower you to analyze\, imagine\, and plan for the future of the planning profession. \nStay updated with the latest conference news\, speaker announcements\, and program highlights. Click below to be the first to learn about exciting program details and access early-bird discounts. \nGPA is collaborating with the Georgia Tech School of City and Regional Planning to host a reception in the evening on Saturday\, March 29. Details are forthcoming. \nLearn More & Register
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/2025-national-planning-conference/
LOCATION:Colorado Convention Center\, 700 14th St\,\, Denver\, CO\, 80202\, United States
CATEGORIES:AICP CM Opportunities,EPG,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250329T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250329T191500
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SUMMARY:Georgia APA and Georgia Tech School of City & Regional Planning Social
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Chapter is hosting a social event at the APA National Planning Conference in Denver to welcome planners from across our state. This is a great chance to connect with peers\, share insights\, and discuss the latest trends and challenges in the planning profession. Whether you’re new or experienced\, join us to build relationships\, collaborate\, and contribute to shaping the future of planning. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! \nLocation: Hyatt Regency Denver\, Mineral Hall B
URL:https://georgiaplanning.org/event/georgia-apa-and-georgia-tech-school-of-city-regional-planning-social/
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