The Boston Chapter of Young Professionals in Transportation, the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Planning Association and the New England Section of the Institute of Transportation Engineers’ Emerging Professionals Group present: “The Future of Transportation” A Distinguished Speaker Event Featuring Massachusetts Secretary of Transportation Jeffrey Mullan Tuesday, June 21, 2011 6:00 PM Massachusetts Transportation Building 10 Park Plaza, Second Floor Boston, MA A buffet dinner will  be served Registration for this event is required. Tickets available by visiting http://june21secretarymullan.eventbrite.com/ … Read entire article »

Join the Friends of MetroFuture for a boat tour of the Lower Mystic River on September 16th from 5:15 PM to 7:15 PM.  The Lower Mystic is an urban river with a history of abuse and neglect, but you will discover that the river has many success stories and that there is a concerted effort to continue to improve water quality and recreational access.  We will explore new developments and budding parks on old brownfields, as well as what is in store for the future that will make the Lower Mystic a resource for Boston area residents to cherish. Registration is required and space is limited.  MetroFuture will cover half the cost of the tour, lowering the cost to participants to $10.  Click here to register or for more information. … Read entire article »

Title: NNECAPA Annual Conference CM | Multipart Location: Portsmouth Harbor Conference Center, NH Link out: Click here Description: NNECAPA welcomes members of the MA, CT and RI Chapters of APA to join us for our 2010 conference being held at the Portsmouth Harbor Conference Center, NH on October 7 & 8, 2010. Start Date: 2010-10-07 End Date: 2010-10-08 Greetings, Southern New England Planners! Registration is now open for the Northern New England Chapter Conference!  NNECAPA 2010 “Sustainable New England” features speakers from throughout the region addressing a wide range of topics: local economies, sustainable agriculture, energy efficiency, affordable housing, climate change and adaptation responses, and many more.  Read about some of our speakers and see the draft conference program on the NNECAPA website at www.nnecapa.org.  Hotel registration information is also listed there.  Reserve your room by September 13 … Read entire article »

Please join us to learn and discuss how communities have successfully used the Commonwealth’s Urban Renewal Program to stimulate private development and economic revitalization. Friday, September 24, 2010 8:30 am – 1:15 pm Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission, Union Station, Worcester Refreshments will be provided by Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. and APA-MA For more information and to register, see: http://www.apa-ma.org/apa-ma_documents/Events/Urban_Renewal_Event.pdf … Read entire article »

Tuesday, August 3, 2010, from 6:00 to 9:30 PM at MassDevelopment Offices, 33 Andrews Parkway, Conference Room 1, Devens, MA This workshop will focus on practical ways of reclaiming existing commercial corridors characterized by visual blight, traffic congestion and higher accident rates. Multiple strategies blending the twin disciplines of Conservation Design and New Urbanism are discussed for rebuilding these corridors, gradually increasing their functionality and attractiveness. These strategies offer significant opportunities for commercial and mixed-use redevelopment, particularly in areas with existing infrastructure, thereby increasing the viability of businesses, service providers, and current /future public transit lines. This workshop features a digital slideshow illustrating progressive approaches to transforming commercial corridors, emphasizing multi-story mixed-use buildings, affordable housing, public transit possibilities, shade tree planting, design standards, signage, native landscaping, improved circulation patterns, parking lot orientation, stormwater … Read entire article »

The Massachusetts Association of Consulting Planners (MACP) hosts regular monthly sessions for members and guests to discuss current projects and topics of interest. This month’s session is a presentation on the challenges and opportunities of public/private Infrastructure financing. Visit the MACP web site www.macponline.org to learn more about the session and for a listing of members and their specialties. … Read entire article »

Title: APA Audio/Web Conference Location: web Link out: Click here Description: APA Audio/Web Conference Protect diminishing water resources at the site and neighborhood levels with planning and appropriate design. Find out how to use local hydrology and knowledge of groundwater resources to protect the environment and private investment. The discussion includes statewide management and policy issues, design standards, and an examination of alternatives for suburban development that produce the best results in conservation. Learn how to incorporate regulations to control runoff, minimize water usage, and maximize the effectiveness of water that is used. Certification Maintenance This audio/web conference has been approved for CM |1.5 2 Start Time: 05:00 pm Date: 2010-09-29 End Time: 06:00 pm … Read entire article »