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2012 AICP Exam Review Webinar Series

Late 2011, several state and division chapters of the American Planning Association banded together to cooperatively host a series of educational webinars for members of the respective organizations.

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January 2012 APA Iowa Chapter Newsletter

The January 2012 Iowa Planning newsletter is now available.

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Green Building and LEED Core Concepts - Spring 2012

This course will help you understand green building concepts and strategies as they relate to the United States Green Building Council's (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system.

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American Planning Association Designates Gray’s Lake Park

The American Planning Association (APA) today announced the designation of Gray’s Lake Park as one of 10 Great Public Spaces for 2011 under the organization’s Great Places in America program.

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American Planning Association Designates Gold Coast-Hamburg a Top 10 Great Neighborhood for 2011

The American Planning Association (APA) today announced the designation of Gold Coast-Hamburg Historic District as one of 10 Great Neighborhoods for 2011 under the organization’s Great Places in America program.

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Iowa Architectural Foundation (IAF) Seeks Volunteers for Community Design Program Charrettes

IAF is preparing to conduct programs in Underwood and Treynor (both in Pottawattamie County) within the next two months and are seeking volunteers from the APA Iowa Chapter membership. Volunteers do not necessarily visit these communities as part of the charrettes team but may be asked to attend follow-up meetings in Central Iowa and/or review and critique existing planning documents.

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Webcasts

APA Iowa has joined other State Chapters and Divisions in supporting the Planning Webcast Series. These events are planned to be held each Friday throughout the year and are completely free to attend.

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APA-Iowa announces recipients of 2011 Iowa Planning Awards

Each year, the Iowa Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA-Iowa) asks its more than 350 members to nominate plans, projects, and individuals deserving recognition by the professional organization.

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2011 Student Poster Contest

View the six posters that were submitted to the third annual APA-Iowa Student Poster Contest.

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Videos Now Available of APA Iowa Awards & Upper Midwest Conference Keynotes

Videos Now Available of APA Iowa Awards & Upper Midwest Conference Keynotes

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