2002 AICP Symposium

Creating Livable Communities, Not Leaving Planning to Chance

Thursday, November 21, 2002
8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. (Eastern)

National Building Museum
Washington, D.C.

The American Planning Association and the American Institute of Certified Planners will sponsor the 2002 AICP Symposium: "Creating Livable Communities, Not Leaving Planning to Chance" at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.

The Symposium will feature Gene Bunnell, author of Making Places Special: Stories of Real Places Made Better by Planning, a new book from APA Planners Press. Making Places Special is a series of 10 case studies highlighting best planning practices in cities ranging from Burlington, Massachusetts, to San Diego, California.

Bunnell's argument that careful planning and thoughtful public policy will help create livable communities and enhance the quality of life in America's cities is illustrated in his narratives of each city. He makes a strong case for why the development of communities should not be left to chance and should include a range of stakeholders. Bunnell will share with the audience visual examples of places made better by planning.

Following the slide presentation, there will be a response panel moderated by Paul Farmer, AICP, executive director of APA. The panel will include:

• Sam Casella, FAICP, AICP President
• Ellen Ittelson, Director of Planning Services for Denver, Colorado
• Robert Collins, City Manager of Kansas City, Missouri

Based on their extensive experience with planning and community livability, the respondents will discuss the practicalities of applying the lessons identified in the case studies.

Following the Symposium, Gene Bunnell will sign copies of Making Places Special.

Click here for more information about Making Places Special.