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Would you want to live in a community without trees? Probably not. A new report from PAS, Planning the Urban Forest, provides guidance on how to protect urban trees through an urban forestry program. Planning Both the Forest and the TreesHow can planners integrate urban forestry into long-range planning programs? Read Planning the Urban Forest, a report based on a three-year research project, prepared by APA in collaboration with American Forests and the International Society of Arboriculture and with support from the USDA Forest Service. Apply for APA ScholarshipsStudents: Applications are now available on APA's website for APA's 2009–10 scholarships and fellowships. China Business and Development Opportunities WorkshopOn February 19-20, learn from U.S. and Chinese experts in planning, architecture, and economics at this workshop, co-hosted in Washington, D.C., by APA and the International Council of Shopping Centers. 2009 Award Winners NamedHonoring innovative planning and planners across the nation and the globe, the American Planning Association has announced the 12 recipients of its 2009 National Planning Excellence, Achievement, and Leadership Awards. Free Health Planning CourseThe first in APA's series of free online courses, "Planning for Healthy Places with Health Impact Assessments," is now available and has been approved for CM credits. Suggest a Great PlaceKnow of a Street, Neighborhood or Public Space you think merits designation as a Great Place in America? Suggest it today! Suggestions received through February 26 will be considered for designation in 2009. Exhibit and Sponsor | ||
The January issue of Planning magazine explores Minneapolis and St. Paul, the metro area playing host to APA's 2009 National Planning Conference. This issue also introduces the magazine's redesign and offers new features on media and statistics in the news. Members may read the entire issue online. Everyone is invited to read this month's featured article on peaking transit ridership in the Twin Cities.