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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
Oh snap - it's a COLD SNAP! Although many of us Southern Californians are freezing our fingers off as it dipped below 50 degrees - the rest of the country laughs as they're all still covered in snow and have real winter weather woes. It doesn't matter, we must rejoice as it isn't just National California Day - better yet, it's NATIONAL MARGARITA DAY! What better way to feel the warmth all throughout your body than some tequila in the system. As they say, it's 5 o'clock somewhere...but it's not 5PM here in CA yet so heed our warning, do not head to the cantina just yet... But make sure to celebrate all there is to celebrate today the right way. We know, you're very welcome. Stay warm!
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2018 IES-APA AWARDS NOMINATION - DUE MAR 16
It's here! The 2018 IES-APA Awards Nomination period is officially open. We will be accepting nomination applications now through Friday, March 16, 2018. If there is a great project, plan, distinguished individual or firm worthy of being recognized for their excellence in planning, now is the time to showcase those accomplishments. See application and criteria here:
Questions or Concerns:
Any questions about this process or sponsorships can be directed to: Chris Gray, Vice Chair - Awards Program, at
cgray@wrcog.us.
You may also contact
admin@ies-apa.org
for any other questions or concerns.
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4TH ANNUAL GREAT PLACES IN CALIFORNIA PROGRAM - DUE MAR 16
The California Chapter of the American Planning Association is pleased to announce the 4
th A
nnual Great Places in California Awards. The nomination period will open Monday, February 5, 2018 and close on
Friday, March 16, 2018
. Applications may be submitted online. A "Great Place" in California is one that exemplifies character, design, usability, and has a sense of place. This can range from coastal communities to the mountains and can be within a large urbanized area or a rural setting. Three locations will be recognized with a Great Places in California award. For more information regarding the nomination criteria and to submit an application online, please visit the Great Places in California section of the American Planning Association - California Chapter
website
. Nominations that did not previously get recognized with an award, are eligible to apply again.
For questions related to the Great Places in California awards program, please contact the program coordinator, John Hildebrand -
jhildebr@rivco.org
or
(951) 955-1888
.
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NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING REGARDING THE CEQA GUIDELINES
The Natural Resources Agency's proposed updates to the Guidelines Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act are now available. The proposed changes to the Guidelines and related rulemaking materials are available on the Agency's website at
http://resources.ca.gov/ceqa/. Public hearings will be held in Los Angeles on March 14, 2018 and in Sacramento on March 15, 2018. Written comments must be submitted by 5:00pm on March 15, 2018. Hearing locations, instructions for submitting comments and related information regarding the rulemaking process is contained in the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking.
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AEP DESERT FLORA & FAUNA HIKE - FEB 24
Come join AEP and Friends of the Desert Mountains for a Saturday morning hike!
Family-friendly event with spectacular views of the Coachella Valley.
When:
Saturday, February 24, 2018
8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Where:
Santa Rosa Mountains National Monument
Visitor Center
51500 Highway 74
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Randall Henderson Loop Trail is an easy hike, approximately 2.7 miles. Bring water, a light snack, hat, and sunscreen.
Go Take A Hike! Get Outdoors!
Contact:
Elizabeth Meyerhoff,
AEP Inland Empire Chapter
760-398-2651
Register here:
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RIVERSIDE COUNTY HEALTH COALITION: CHIP WORKGROUP MEETING - MAR 20
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APA LOS ANGELES PRESENTS: SPRING 2018 AICP EXAM STUDY SESSION - MAR 24
Prepare for the AICP exam in May or November with APA Los Angeles' annual AICP Study Session. The event will be held at USC in classroom RGL 100 from 10 am to 3 pm. Distinguished faculty and planning professionals will give targeted lectures on a variety of exam topics, including: history, theory, planning law, emerging trends, and planning ethics. An overview of the new exam format will also be provided. This event is intended for people who are already signed up to take the exam, and those considering it in the near future.
USC Sol Price School of Public Policy (RGL 100)
Cost: $20 member, $40 non-member, $10 student
Speakers will include:
- Kathy Kolnick, Ph.D., Adjunct Assistant Professor, Sol Price School of Public Policy, University of Southern California
- Diana Varat, Attorney, Richards, Watson & Gershon
- Karl Fielding, AICP, Lead Planner, WSP
- Marissa Aho, AICP, Region VI AICP Commissioner
Lunch is provided.
Parking/transit: There is ample bike parking on campus, as well as several transit options, including the Expo Line. Arrivals by car should use Gate 3 on Figueroa and park in structure PS-X. Parking is $10.
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APA LA AND SCPC PRESENT: JUST SAY 'OUI' - APRIL 14
Save the Date!
APA Los Angeles and SCPC Present:
Just Say 'Oui' -
Supporting the Paris Climate Change Accords
at the Local Level
Saturday, April 14
9 AM - 4 PM
All Saints Church
132 N Euclid Ave,
Pasadena, CA 91101
Join us for a day-long summit aimed at bringing together planning and design professionals around local climate action. The purpose is to build a coalition and strengthen networks and resolve in supporting US legislation and worldwide cooperation. The day is meant to be fun, inspiring, and interactive. Participants will explore best practices at the local level, discover ways to connect, and continue their commitments to climate justice and sustainability. Additional details and registration will be available soon -- please save the date!
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2018 NATIONAL PLANNING CONFERENCE: NEW ORLEANS - APRIL 20-24
New Orleans is one of the world's most unique cities, and its melting pot of culture, food, and music offers
APA
conference-goers rich experiences well beyond the convention center.
Register today
for the opportunity to experience some of the city's planning precedents like the Lafitte Greenway, the iconic streetcar system, and extensive new infrastructure upgrades - all on the program for
NPC18
,
April 21-24
in NOLA.
Register before the
earlybird period ends TODAY -
February 22 to save big on NPC18. With more than 250 sessions in 12 topical tracks, the ROI speaks for itself.
Why you should visit New Orleans in 2018:
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CAL POLY SLO - CITY & REGIONAL PLANNING 50TH ANNIVERSARY, SAVE THE DATE - APRIL 27-28
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AICP REDUCED FEE SCHOLARSHIP - DUE FEB 23 @ 5PM
The California Chapter is offering Reduced Fee Scholarships for the AICP exam for both first time and previously-approved applicants. The cost to applicants seeking to take the May 2018 AICP Exam for the first time remains at $495, and for previously-approved applicants the cost is $425. In order to assist exam-takers from the California Chapter with the cost of the AICP Exam, the Chapter will award AICP Exam Reduced Fee Scholarships in the amount of $350 each to offset applicants' costs. To be eligible for an AICP Exam Reduced Fee Scholarship for the May 2018 AICP Exam, please complete this application and email it to Kimberly Brosseau, AICP, Vice President of Professional Development at
kimberly.brosseau@nullprk.sccgov.org
no later than 5PM on Friday, February 23, 2018. Late applications cannot be accepted.
Application due February 28, 2018. For more information, please visit here:
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NEW URBANISM DIVISION GINA TIRINNANZI, AICP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - DUE FEB 28
Applications are invited from students enrolled in or recent graduates of Bachelor's and Master's programs from across the United States. The
$1,000 scholarship will be awarded on the basis of an original student paper or work. The original student submission should be 2,000 to 2,500 words and speak to practitioners about a substantive topic related to New Urbanism and planning.
Application due February 28, 2018. For more information, please visit here:
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LATINOS AND PLANNING DIVISION SCHOLARSHIP -
DUE MAR 2
The
Latinos and Planning Division (LAP)
strives to address planning issues affecting Latino communities in the U.S. as well increase Latinos in the profession. The purpose of the LAP scholarship program is to foster increased interest in the study of urban planning within the Latino student population at the advanced undergraduate and graduate levels.
The program is open to third and fourth year undergraduate students and first and second year masters degree students.
One scholarship of $500 will be awarded to be used for fees, books, or academic materials.
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YPG MIXER: LAKE ELSINORE - MAR 9
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YPG MIXER: PALM SPRINGS - APR 6
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For more information on what's going on with YPG, please contact Victoria Kim, YPG Coordinator, at
YPG@ies-apa.org
. Also, find us on Facebook at
"Inland Empire Section - Young Planners Group (IES-APA YPG)", a subgroup of the IES-APA page. Please join:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/IESAPA.YPG/
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2018 APA CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE: SHAPING OUR FUTURE - OCT 7-10, SAN DIEGO
As you may have heard, the 2018 APA California Conference will be located in San Diego from October 7-10. The theme of the conference, "Shaping Our Future: Planning Places for All" reflects the task planners face throughout their careers. The work done today will shape how communities grow and meet the challenges of the future. California strives to develop inclusive, dynamic neighborhoods; therefore, it is important that you share your experiences, successes, and ideas with other planners at the 2018 APA California Conference this year.
FOLLOW #APACA2018 ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
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CALIFORNIA LEAGUE OF CITIES - GUIDE TO NEW HOUSING LEGISLATION
In response to changes in state housing laws that will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2018, the League of California Cities has prepared a comprehensive compendium of key legislation to help cities prepare and comply.
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2018 AEP CEQA STATUTE & GUIDELINES - NOW AVAILABLE
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ON DEMAND EDUCATION
Get up to speed on best practices with online courses for individual study. Topics in this convenient and cost-effective format include planning law, ethics, health policy, and transportation. Go here for more info: https://www.planning.org/ondemand/
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The Inland Empire Section of the American Planning Association (IES-APA) provides listings for planning and planning related jobs. If you are interested in listing your job, please visit the
Sponsorships
page (scroll down to the bottom) for more information. In addition, as a courtesy to our members - RFPs/RFQs may be submitted and posted on the IES-APA website free of charge. Please email us at
admin@ies-apa.org
for more information regarding RFPs/RFQs postings.
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JOBS
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Senior / Associate / Assistant Planners
with Civic Solutions
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Senior Planner / Senior Environmental Planner / Project Manager with The Altum Group
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Director of Community Development with City of Huntington Beach
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Associate Planner with City of Carlsbad
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Staff Analyst I - Transportation Department with WRCOG
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Associate Planner with City of Pomona
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Associate Planner with City of Hesperia
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Principal Planner with City of Redlands
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Part Time Associate Planner with City of Anaheim
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Board reports are available on our
board reports
page on our website. In addition, newsletter archives are available on our website as well. For any comments, questions, or inquiries of the Inland Empire Section of the American Planning Association (IES-APA), please contact
admin@ies-apa.org
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