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Urban & Regional Planning

"Urban planning is a technical and political process that is focused on the development and design of land use and the built environment, including air, water, and the infrastructure passing into and out of urban areas, such as transportation, communications, and distribution networks. Regional planning is related to urban planning as it relates land use practices on a broader scale".

"The American Planning Association provides leadership in the development of vital communities for all by advocating excellence in planning, promoting education and resident empowerment, and providing our members with the tools and support necessary to ethically meet the challenges of growth and change".

ABPB is a network of planning professionals working to create more walkable and bike-able communities. If you are interested in improving walking and biking in your communities APBP is a great place to start your research. 

The APWA is a group of professional who "operate, improve and maintain public works and infrastructure through advocacy, education & member engagement".

"National Community Development Association (NCDA) is a bi-partisan national nonprofit organization comprised of more than 400 local governments across the country that administer federally-supported community development, economic development, and affordable housing programs, including programs of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs".

The National Association of Towns and Townships strive to work with policy stakeholders to ensure that small communities across the nation are included in political discussions. 

"AAPA arms port leaders and professionals and maritime executives with the resources needed to discern and act upon industry trends and educate their stakeholders on key issues". 

The NARC network works to bring change to community planning and develop opportunities that will bring change to communities. 

The members of this association are professionals in housing and community development. Through this membership you gain access the latest research and professional development. 

"Promotes regional strategies, partnerships and solutions to strengthen the economic competitiveness and quality of life across America’s local communities".

"IDA provides tools, intelligence and strategies for creating healthy and dynamic centers that anchor the well-being of towns, cities and regions of the world".

The goal of Planners Web is to meet the needs of citizen planners by providing useful, jargon-free, articles and resource information.

Urban Foorprint Sustainable understands that cities are the foundation of our future. Explore their website for fresh insights on the evolving role of urban planners, the state of industry technology, and the shifting environmental, social, and economic challenges we face in building sustainable solutions for our planet.

Miami Valley is a Regional Planning Commission that informs planning professionals and stakeholders with important planning tools, resources, and best practices. The topics covered on their website include getting started with new planning efforts, understanding real-world conditions, and successful efforts to work with the public. 

The University of California Berkeley Library has created this index of resources related to environmental planning and community economic development. 

"The Urban Land Institute provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide".

"CityLab is the preeminent meeting of city leaders and the top minds in urbanism and city planning, economics, education, art, architecture, public sector innovation, community development, and business".

The mission of Next City is to inspire greater economic, environmental, and social justice in cities.

Planetizen's goal is to "make urban planning skills affordable and accessible".

Street Blog is a highly respected organization that informs others about the most up to date data, research, and practices to improve walking, biking, and transit. 

The Urban Land Magazine is organized by the Urban Land Institute with articles written on climate change, urban and rural planning, the estate industry, and environmental health

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