HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009 11 04 Informational 100 World Town Planning Day On November 8, 2009 PLANNING ZONING BOARD
LOCAL PLANNING AGENCY AGENDA
Consent
Informational X
ITEM 100 Public Hearing
Regular
November 4, 2009
Meeting Mgr. Dept.
REQUEST:
The Community Development Department wishes to inform the Planning Zoning Board/Local
Planning Agency of World Town Planning Day on November 8, 2009.
PURPOSE:
To recognize and join in celebrating World Town Planning Day.
CONSIDERATIONS:
World Town Planning Day is celebrated in 30 countries on four continents each November 8. It
is a special day to recognize and promote the role of planning in creating livable communities.
World Town Planning Day presents an excellent opportunity to look at planning from a global
perspective, and APA encourages its members to consider planning challenges and solutions
around the globe on that day.
Program History
The international organization for World Town Planning Day was founded in 1949 by the late
Professor Carlos Maria della Paolera of the University of Buenos Aires to advance public and
professional interest in planning, both locally and abroad. WTPD began to be observed in many
countries 20 -30 years ago. WTPD is promoted each year by the International Society of City and
Regional Planners (ISoCaRP) headquartered at The Hague in The Netherlands.
Why celebrate World Town Planning Day?
To draw attention to the aims, objectives, and progress of urban and regional planning
around the globe.
To highlight the valuable contributions sound planning has made to the quality of global
human settlements and their environment.
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November 4, 2009
Planning and Zoning Board Information Agenda Item 100
To give worldwide coverage to the ideals of urban and regional planning not only within
the profession but also among the general public.
To highlight the impact and benefits of planning around the United States, October is celebrated
as National Community Planning Month.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Planning Zoning Board/Local Planning Agency consider their role in
planning and join in celebrating World Town Planning Day on Sunday, November 8.
PLANNING ZONING BOARD ACTION:
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