News Archive
Chapter Auction
Posted: September 02, 2010
Dear Chapter Members:
We need your assistance in raising funds for our annual planning student college scholarship. We are requesting items for an auction that will be held during the evening of October 5th at the 2010 APA Washington Conference at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, Washington. Donated items can be large or small, and personalized experiences also make great auction items. Cash donations are also welcome.
Please follow this link for more information and contact Scholarship Co-Chair Gabe Snedeker at 206.459.9137, if you have a question regarding a potential donation item. Please respond by September 24, 2010 if you have an item or donation you can provide. Thank you for supporting your local student!
Sincerely,
Scott Greenberg, AICP
President
APA Washington
October 1 Presentation: Innovative zHome Project Underway in Issaquah
Posted: August 30, 2010
In an era of a lot of hand-wringing and head scratching about climate change, zHome is trying to set a positive example to inspire the region about what to do. Don’t miss out on finding out more about this exciting project!
Issaquah's project manager, Brad Liljequist is presenting their innovative zero-carbon zHome project on October 1, 2010, from 9:00 to 10:15.
SAVE THE DATE: Reshaping Seattle’s Central Waterfront
Posted: August 25, 2010
Presentations by Firms Shortlisted for the Role of Lead Designer
With the removal of the Alaskan Way Viaduct, Seattle is poised to reclaim its Central Waterfront and reconnect our city to Elliott Bay. The City is now in the process of selecting a design and engineering team to engage the public in developing a dynamic and forward-looking design for the waterfront. As the fi rst step, a range of local, national and international designers have submitted qualifi cations.
Washington Invasive Species Council seeks your input on proposed legislation
Posted: August 04, 2010
The Washington Invasive Species Council is soliciting comments from stakeholders on two draft pieces of legislation it is considering proposing. The first bill seeks to extend the Council, which currently is scheduled to sunset on December 30, 2011. The second bill proposes to establish an invasive species emergency response fund that would enable rapid response and eradication of new invasive species infestations.
Chapter initiates 2010 Bill Proposal Process
Posted: June 25, 2010
In March 2008, the APA Washington Board adopted a Process for Proposing Legislation. The process begins with chapter members submitting ideas that they believe should be shepherded by the chapter in the next legislative session. If you have an idea for the Board to consider, click here.
Northwest Washington Planners Forum:
Posted: June 21, 2010
Tuesday, July 13, 2010, Burlington City Hall – Council Chambers
Topics to be discussed include SEPA
Lunch will be provided, however an optional lunch donation box will be provided to help offset costs.
Contact: Doug Peters 360.725.3046 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
or Jennifer Aylor Eldred 360.202.0033 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Cedar River Watershed Education Center Hosts Spring WaterFest, June 19
Posted: June 14, 2010
2010 Annual Event Celebrates the Magic of Water
Bring the whole family for this free day of hands-on water discovery while exploring the connections between watersheds, salmon, electricity, drinking water, and you.
Seattle Public Utilities invites you to join us for a family-friendly event in the Cedar River Watershed celebrating water on Saturday June 19th from 10:00-4:00. This splashy fun day will be filled with activities for everyone.
Kids of all ages will be captivated by ...
Brown Bag Series: Practical Tools to Measure Greenhouse Gas Emissions of Land Use Projects
Posted: June 10, 2010
Presented by Chris Breiland, Fehr & Peers and Joyce Phillips, Washington State Department of Commerce
June 16, 12:00-1:30 PM
Mercer Island City Council Chambers, 9611 SE 36th St.
This presentation describes work for the Washington Department of Commerce to help the State meet its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction goals. The presentation identifies analytical tools that practicing planners and jurisdictions can use to measure and analyze GHG emissions from land use and transportation projects.
Visit washington-apa.org/sections/pugetsound/ for more information.
Puget Sound Section Election Results
Posted: June 03, 2010
One-hundred ninety-eight ballots were cast in the election, which is 20 percent of the Section membership. Congratulations to incoming officers, who will serve on the Board beginning this June.
The following officers ran unopposed:
Michael Booth, AICP, President Elect
Salina Lyons, King County Representative
Emily Terrell, AICP, Pierce County Representative
James Colburn, AICP, Treasurer
Congratulations to the new ...
Brown Bag Series: Health Impact Assessments
Posted: June 03, 2010
Presented by Karen Swenson, Blumen Consulting Group; Julia Walton, AHBL; Julie West, Seattle & King County Public Health and Kadie Bell, Seattle and King County Public Health
June 9, 12:00-1:30 PM
Renton City Hall, 1055 S. Grady, 7th floor
This session will bring together planners and public health professionals on the topic of health impact assessments (HIAs) – what they are and how they are used in decision-making. Case studies of local health impact assessments will be presented. The discussion will also focus on how planners and public health professionals can integrate their efforts in building healthy communities.
Visit washington-apa.org/sections/pugetsound/ for more information.
Brown Bag Series: Coastal Revitalization in South Korea – Lessons for Puget Sound
Posted: May 27, 2010
Presented by Nicole Faghin, Reid Middleton
June 2, 12:00-1:30 PM
Mercer Island City Council Chambers, 9611 SE 36th St.
A presentation about coastal planning effort and the contrast between Puget Sound and South Korea, based upon a recent trip to South Korea.
Visit washington-apa.org/sections/pugetsound/ for more information.
Brown Bag Series: Housing and Community Development Grants
Posted: May 20, 2010
Presented by Jim Carney & Emily Terrell – PMC
May 26, 12:00-1:30 PM
Renton City Hall, 1055 S. Grady, 7th floor
This session will focus on guidelines and tips to successfully securing federal and state housing and community development grants, such as CDBG, HOME, Energy, Transportation and related sources of funding.
Visit washington-apa.org/sections/pugetsound/ for more information.
2010 WASLA/WRPA Golf Tournament
Posted: May 12, 2010
The Washington Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects and the Washington Recreation and Park Association invite you to our 4th annual fundraiser for a day of good weather, great fun, and an excuse to play golf. This celebration brings out friends, family, and colleagues to enjoy a summer day in the middle of the week along with the opportunity to support our organizations. Our tradition of playing a new course each year continues and this year’s event will take place in Auburn at…
April-June 2010 PSS News
Posted: May 07, 2010
Please remember to cast your votes for Spring 2010 Puget Sound Section Spring Election of Officers. Featured in this issue are a look at employment prospects for recent planning graduates, current project updates from our sponsoring firms, and the Spring 2010 Brown Bag Series.
Reaching the Pivotal Point for Affordable Housing
Posted: May 07, 2010
Join colleagues in Tacoma on Oct. 19 & 20 to explore ways of reaching the pivotal point for recovery for affordable housing in Washington State. Speakers at Housing Washington 2010 will focus on the new realities of affordable housing and recommend strategies for navigating the future.