Updated Flyer for Focus North Texas Planning Symposium

The North Central Texas Section of Texas APA will be holding a one-day planning symposium on January 28th, 2011 at the Doubletree Hotel in Dallas. AICP CM credits have been requested. Register online from the Planning.org website. An updated flyer descibing the event is also available. North Central Texas Section Symposium Flyer.

Open Position - City of Arlington - Planning Intern

Salary: $10.00 per hour/ 20 hours a week (flexible)

Planning Intern Job Description

• Provide support to staff in the Development Services and Strategic Planning Divisions
• Assist with the update, input and compliation of data for various City of Arlington reports
• Assist with the administration of zoning and platting applications
• Research various planning and zoning issues including, but not limited to, comprehensive planning, transportation, neighborhood planning, housing, economic development, gas drilling, design standards
• Ability to attend meetings and seminars as needed
• Ability to research and organize thoughts and ideas in a concise manner
• Ability to use the internet and various computer software (i.e., Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, PhotoShop, Adobe InDesign)
• Will involve driving of a City vehicle for site visits.

Bachelor's Degree in urban and regional planning, geography/GIS, political science/public administration, architecture, landscape architecture, environmental science, business or related field required. Pre-employment screening will include criminal background and motor vehicle record.

The City of Arlington's Department of Community Development and Planning provides a great learning environment for planning and public administration. The City of Arlington is proud to be an EOE. This position closes on January 12, 2011.

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply online at the City of Arlington's website at: http://www.ci.arlington.tx.us/employment/erecuiting.html

APA Transportation Planning Division Offers Cash Awards For Papers

The National APA Transportation Planning Division has announced a student paper competion with cash prizes to be awarded. The deadline for submittal is Friday, February 4, 2011. Winners will be announced at the APA National Conference in Boston on April 9-12, 2011. Rules and critera are available from the flyer or from the Transportation Planning Division Website: www.apa-tpd.org.

Reminder! 2010 Award Nominations and 2011 Officers

This is a reminder that the deadline for nomination submissions is this Friday, December 17, 2010. If you have any questions about a submittal, please email Clayton Husband, AICP or call at 817-459-6668.

Additionally, 2011 Midwest Section Board positions are up for election - Director-Elect, Treasurer, Secretary and Newsletter Editor. If you are interested in running for one of these posisions or have any questions, please email Curvie Hawkins, AICP or call at 817-215-8600.

Open Position - City of Arlington

The City of Arlington – Planning Manager I

THIS POSITION WILL CLOSE ON JANUARY 7, 2011. $6,193 – $7,742 per month depending on experience. Full -Time position available - M-F 8am to 5pm. Under general direction, manages the work of professional and technical personnel engaged in planning activities needed to carry out and ensure the department’s work plan and city’s policies and standards are met. Develops project objectives, development programs, design guidelines, comprehensive, neighborhood and transportation plans, and budgets based on Council priorities, the department’s work plan, and public input. Assists the Assistant Director in the management of the Division.

BA in urban and regional planning, geography/GIS, or related field and seven (7) years related experience including two (2) years progressively responsible supervisory experience; or a Master's Degree in urban and regional planning, geography/GIS, or related field and five (5) related experience including two (2) years progressively responsible supervisory experience. AICP required.

Must successfully complete pre-employment screen including criminal background check.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.arlingtontx.gov. The City of Arlington is proud to be an EOE.

The City of Arlington – Assistant Director Development Services

THIS POSITION WILL CLOSE ON JANUARY 7, 2011. $7,231 – $9,039 per month depending on experience. Full -Time position available - M-F 8am to 5pm. Under general direction, responsible for managing One Start Process, zoning, site planning, building permit processing, inspection, and all construction activities.

BA in Business, Public Administration, Civil Engineering required plus five (5) years of related and management experience. Master’s Degree preferred. AICP strongly preferred. Possession of a valid Texas Operator's License, Class C, required.

Pre-employment screening includes criminal background and motor vehicle record.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.arlingtontx.gov. The City of Arlington is proud to be an EOE.

North Central Texas APA Section Hosts Events

RIDE THE NEW DART GREEN LINE - December 17th at 3:00 p.m.
Join the North Central Texas Section members for an informative ride on the newly opened DART GREEN LINE. Five members of the DART Planning Team will be in the car riding with us from the Carrollton station to the West End, and presenting a short rolling course on Transit Oriented Development. CM credits pending.

APA HOLIDAY PARTY - December 17th at 5:30 p.m.
Freese & Nichols is hosting the North Central Texas APA Section annual Holiday Party at their loft location in the historic West End (1701 N. Market Street). The Section will provide drinks, including beer, wine and soft drinks, along with an array of festive food. If you can’t ride the rails with us, there is ample parking in the West End.


FOCUS NORTH TEXAS - PLANNING SYMPOSIUM January 28, 2011 - Doubletree Hotel, Dallas
The North Central Texas Section of the American Planning Association is proud to announce its first annual one-day planning symposium to be held on January 28, 2011 at the Doubletree Hotel in Dallas. The purpose of this event is to not only educate our members with CM approved course material, but also offer a short course for Planning and Zoning Commission members which fulfills their state mandated training requirements (a certificate will be awarded at the completion of the course). In addition, the APA is partnering with the North Texas section of the Congress for New Urbanism (CNU) and they will be providing four courses related to SmartGrowth and New Urbanism. Speakers include:

Ann Bagley, FAICP
William Dahlstrom, Jackson Walker, LLP
Rick Leisner, Jacobs Group
Scott Polikov, Gateway Planning Group
Cameron Walker, AICP City of Midland
Mark Goode, P.E. Dunaway
David Gattis, FAICP, City of Benbrook
Marc Kubansade, AICP, City of Rowlett
Alan Lathrom, Brown & Hofmeister
Jeff Moore, Brown & Hofmeister

Due to the generosity of sponsos, admission to the symposium, including lunch and a reception following the classes, will be offered for $75.00 per person (student price is $50.00). Check the North Central Texas APA website: www.nctapa.org for registration details and for the complete posting of sessions being offered.

The New Economics of Place

Economic Development Through Form-Based Coding. In this 1.5 hour webinar, Scott Polikov of Gateway Planning will lead a dynamic, interactive discussion, offering insights into how form-based codes can harness the power of a neighborhood-based economy and a sustainable region. The form-based approach is key to harnessing the power of a neighborhood-based economy and a sustainable region. It allows communities and developers to leverage the near term market without sacrificing flexibility and creativity over time.

Sponsored by Form-Based Codes Institute www.formbasedcodes.org

When: Monday, December 13, 2010 – 11:30 am

Cost: $75

Register: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=914753

AICP: 1.5 CM credits are available for this event