APAFL.Conference.Sustanability.Collaborative.Conversations.9.12.2013

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Paul Farmer, FAICP Chief Executive Officer APA National Brian Smith, FAICP APA FL Sustainability CommitteeRuth Hamberg, ASLA AICP PLA FLASLA CoSEJedd W. Heap , AIA LEED AP BD+C CSI NCARB AIA FloridaCecelia Bonifay, Esq., ULI Central Florida

APA Florida 2013 Conference

September 10-13, 2013 ▪ Rosen Centre, Orlando

Sustainability Round Table: Collaborative Conversations withAPA FL Sustainability Committee, FLASLA CoSE, FL AIA and ULI FL Representatives

Sustainability Round Table Program • Overview of Each Organization’s

Sustainability Programs

• Discussion with Panelists and Audience on Collaboration and Issues

• Q & A

APA Sustainability Overview

American Planning AssociationMaking Great Communities Happen

Professional institute for certified planners (AICP),47 Chapters, 20 Divisions and students.

Sustainable Communities Division

Created in 1978 by the consolidation of two separate planning organizations (AIP & ASPO), but its roots grow all the way back to 1909 and the first National Conference of City Planning in Washington, D.C. APA organization includes:

APA Sustainability Overview• Third largest of 47 chapters of APA.• Over 2,600 members.• 12 Sections based on State’s geographic

regions.

Our Mission:APA Florida Chapter, provides statewide leadership in the development of sustainable communities by advocating excellence in planning, providing professional development for its members, and working to protect and enhance the natural and built environments.

• Sustainability Committee• Created in 2012

• Purpose: To create a web-based resource on sustainability for planners practicing in Florida that highlights sustainable practices and provides a “tool-kit” of best practices.


Mission: To promote the integration of sustainability principles into planning policy and practice through relevant education and outreach.


• Sustainability Committee Objectives

• Provide advice and direction to the Chapter’s Executive Committee and Legislative Policy Committee on sustainability initiatives and efforts.


• Identify existing sustainability efforts and find ways to coordinate, complement, and not duplicate their efforts.

• Provide resources on sustainable planning practices to planners through the Chapter’s web site.

•Identify/highlight the role of planners in sustainability and building sustainable communities.

•Provide a discussion forum on sustainability for planners and others.

APA Projects

Publications:Sustainability: Planners Guide to Sustainable Development (PAS 467)

Assessing Sustainability (PAS 565) A Guide for Local Governments.

Practicing Planner: The Sustainability Imperative .

Incorporating Sustainability Into the Comprehensive Plan.

Sustainable Zoning and Development Controls

APA Projects

A Sustainable Planning Toolkit

An expanding online resource you can use and contribute to.

APA Projects Action Topics

Land Use Environment

Water Resources Transportation/Mobility

Climate Change/Sea Level Rise Health

Agriculture/Food Supply Economy/Finance

Waste Management/Recycling Energy

Disaster Planning/Hazard Mitigation Housing

Green Building Practices

I. Toolbox (hands-on examples, local ordinances)II. Florida/National Studies, Research & ManualsIII. Website (Reference links)IV. Webinars/Presentations

APA Projects

SUSTAINABLE ZEPHYRHILLS COMMUNITY ACTION PLANGrassroots Initiative

The community of Zephyrhills and Communitystakeholders created a strategic plan guiding alllevels of community involvement toward agreener, more sustainable city. The aim of the Sustainable Zephyrhillsinitiative is to protect the environment, conserve natural resources,grow a more resilient local economy and enhance the overall qualityof life. Community input is the most important part of the Sustainable Zephyrhills initiative.

APA Projects

City of Winter Springs’Town Center District CodeNeighborhood Planning

A mixed-use urban center where community culture events and activitiesare hosted year-round. Adopted in 2000,the Winter Springs Town Center District

Code was one of the first “form-based” codes adopted in the U.S. and was written as a “street-based code’ where building standards are tied to street types. The code was rewritten in 2011 utilizing a transect-based approach.

APA Projects

Beachwalk

Clearwater (2012)

Lake MirrorLakeland (2011)

NewPeoples Choice Category

• National ASLA • http://www.asla.org/• The Society's

mission is to lead, to educate, and to participate in the careful stewardship, wise planning, and artful design of our cultural and natural environments.

ASLA Sustainability Overview

Photo: FLASLA Awards

http://www.asla.org/

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ASLA Position Statement on Climate Change

Photo: SFWMD


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ASLA Policy Statements on Sustainability Issues

Photo: Kevin Robert Perry/ ASLA Awards


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National ASLA Website http://www.asla.org/ Awards Designing Our Future: Sustainable

Landscapes Sustainable Sites Initiativewww.SustainableSITES.org LAND –LA in the news The Dirt – Blog/ stories LAM – Landscape Architecture

Magazine covers the world of LA LATIS – technical/ research guides PPN Webinars – Prof. Practice edu

ASLA Sustainability Projects


http://www.sustainablesites.org/

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National ASLA http://www.asla.org/ Advocate -

Banking on Green Practice - Guides Policies - Position

Statement on Climate Change

Professional Practice Networks

Lake Eola Park in Orlando



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National ASLA Website http://www.asla.org/

“Sustainable ASLA” Headquarters Green Roof Joined AIA’s 2030 Coalition Sustainability Resource Guides

Photos: ASLA Website



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National ASLA Affiliated Non Profits: Landscape Architecture Foundation/ LAFwww.lafoundation.org/lps

International Federation of Landscape Architectshttp://iflaonline.org/


http://www.lafoundation.org/lps

http://iflaonline.org/

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ASLA Florida Committee on Sustainable Environments

FLASLA Sustainability Overview

WHAT: A FL ASLA Chapter committee reporting to the Education & Research Chair

VISION: To position the profession of Landscape Architectures as an integral partner in promoting and executing sustainable policy and development practices throughout Florida.

MISSION: To promote sustainable practices in site and community design and development, while promoting human health, safety, welfare, security, and enjoyment.

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State ASLA – Florida Chapter Website www.flasla.org Awards

http://www.flasla.org/?page=AwardHome

Annual State Conference Book: Visions of Smart Growth Advocacy “CoSE”

FLASLA Sustainability Projects

http://www.flasla.org/

http://www.flasla.org/?page=AwardHome

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AIA Continuing EducationCredit(s) earned on completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.

This course is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner ofhandling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.

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Questions related to specific materials, methods, and services will be addressed at the conclusion of this presentation.

AIA Sustainability Overview

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Florida architects, landscape architects and planners often collaborate on projects, but how often do we sit down together to discuss common concerns about the environment, urban sprawl, clean water and air as well as density, livability and clean energy?

AIA CEU Course Description

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At the end of the this course, participants will be able to:

1. Better understand what our sister professions think about sustainability issues, how we might differ/specialize and explore ways to work together.

2. Be more knowledgeable of what resources our colleagues have that can be shared and expanded via collaboration.

3. Have greater insight into ways we can help promote each other’s professions as sustainability resources and experts.

4. Be able to disseminate the input from our diverse panelists and course attendees, and continue the discussion and collaboration with the design

professionals in each of our unique work environments.

Learning ObjectivesAIA CEU Learning

Objectives

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•Founded in 1857•Nearly 300 chapters in 18 regions•Over 81,000 members

www.aia.org


The American Institute of Architects is the voice of the architectural profession and a resource for its members in service to society.

http://www.aia.org/

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AIA Sustainability Statement


Architects are positioned to be leaders with regard to an expanded view of health, safety and welfare.

As an Institute we must provide the access to knowledge, research, and professional collaborations that are critical to ensure our members become more informed and better prepared to lead.

The AIA continues to advance, disseminate, and advocate—to the profession, the building industry, the academy, and the public—design practices that integrate built and natural systems and enhance both the design quality and environmental performance of the built environment.

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What is Green Building?

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Green Building Rating Systems

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National

Region

State

Local Chapters

AIA & SustainabilityAIA Sustainability Programs

Florida / Caribbean Region

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Knowledge Communities:• Committee on the Environment (COTE)• Regional and Urban Design Committee (RUDC)• Technical Design for Building Performance• Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT)

AIA Sustainability Programs

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AIA Guide for Sustainable Projects


Download a copy of AIA Guide for Sustainable Projects

http://info.aia.org/aia/sustainabilityguide.cfm

http://info.aia.org/aia/sustainabilityguide.cfm

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Advocacy:AIA advocates for federal policies that help architects design innovative buildings and that highlight the importance of sustainable design at the federal level.

For example the AIA is a strong supporter of the Energy Efficient Commercial Building Deduction.

While lobbing is a year long process, every year AIA Members visit with their representatives to discuss important issues.

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Every year AIA Florida Members visit with their representatives to discuss important issues and state policies that help architects design innovative buildings and that highlight the importance of sustainable design at the state level.

Works closely with other organizations to promote sustainable design.

Has added separate design awards category forsustainable projects.

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AIA Sustainability ProgramsAIA Sustainability Programs

13 Local Chapters represents +/- 2,200 AIA Members

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AIA Sustainability ProgramsAIA Sustainability Programs

Committee on the Environment (COTE)

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ULI Sustainability Overview

• A non-profit research and education organization founded in 1936

• Dedicated to creating better places

• Fosters collaboration; promotes best practices

• Advances land use and design practices that respect both built and natural environments

• Global, national and local opportunities

• to participate

• www.uli.org

http://www.uli.org/

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To provide leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide.

ULI Mission ULI Sustainability Overview

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• Promoting intelligent densification and urbanization

• Creating resilient communities

• Integrating energy, resources,

and uses sustainably; and• Connecting capital and

the built environment through value

ULI PrioritiesULI Sustainability Overview

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“ Successful global reduction of GHG emissions requires substantial investments in local communities.”

ULI Sustainability StatementULI Sustainability Programs

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National ProgramNew tools, new rules: Climate Change, Land Use and Energy 2010 (CLUE)

ULI Sustainability ProgramsULI Sustainability Programs

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National ProgramWhat’s Next? Getting Ahead of Change

ULI Sustainability Programs

“Communities in the United States and around the world are struggling to adapt to changing markets, changing demographics and changing technology.”

ULI Sustainability Programs

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National ProgramRisk & Resilience in Coastal Regions, 2013


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National ProgramResilient Cities: Surviving in a New World, 2010


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National ProgramsLand Use and Driving: The Role Compact Development Can Play in Reducing GHG Emissions, 2010


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State/Local Programs: District Councils


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State/Local Programs Southeast Florida: Sustainable Communities Grant Initiative


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State/Local ProgramsULI Tampa Bay: Sustainability Initiative


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State/Local ProgramsHealthy Communities: A New Direction in Development


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State/Local ProgramsULI Central Florida: Regional Water Strategy


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State/Local Programs: On-going•Technical Advisory Panels (TAPS)•UrbanPlan


Panel & Audience DiscussionCollaboration

Sustainability Education/ Certifications

Global Warming/ Sea Level RiseGreening Cities

Florida Issues

Discussion

Collaboration

Discussion

Sustainability Education/ certifications

Discussion

Global Warming,Sea Level Rise

Discussion

Greening cities/ greenways, urban forests, parks

Discussion

Specific issues in Florida

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This concludes

The American Planning Association Florida Chapter

2013 Conference Session

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