The Fairfax County Department of Planning and Zoning conducted an evaluation of its 2011 Area Plans Review process and received feedback that it should maintain a systematic approach while expanding community involvement and promoting a more logical and flexible review. This led to the development of the 2012 Fairfax Forward initiative to find alternative means to manage comprehensive planning through increased public outreach and engagement as well as an updated land use classification system and concept map.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Work Program Process (March 22, 2017)Fairfax County
The current and the proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan Amendment Work Program process are explained. This presentation describes:
• Why the county amends the plan
• What is the current process
• What was learned from the evaluation of the process
• What was the outcome of that evaluation?
The Comprehensive Plan is Fairfax County’s policy guide for making land use decisions and is amended on a regular basis to ensure that its goals and objectives support sound land used decision making.
Fairfax Center Area Study Kickoff Open HouseFairfax County
This document summarizes an open house for a study of land use and development in the Fairfax Center area. It outlines the study's process and timeline. The study will examine "transition areas" of existing low-density neighborhoods over the next year, and then focus on the "Suburban Center" core and broader guidance over 18-24 months. The goal is to understand current conditions and opportunities to guide the area's development over the next 20 years.
Participative River Basin Management Planning by Yannick POCHON and Yunona VIDENINA (IOWater); EU member state consortium (Austria, France)
The 7th MEETING OF THE STEERING COMMITTEE OF THE
NATIONAL POLICY DIALOGUE IN WATER SECTOR OF AZERBAIJAN
4 July 2018, Baku
The objective of the meeting was to discuss the key issues in the development of the national water policy and the status of ongoing activities within the EUWI+ project in Azerbaijan. The meeting also served as a platform for strengthening of synergies with other international projects implemented in Azerbaijan
Planning for Broadway now provides an opportunity to
coordinate transit-supportive land use, affordable housing
policies, transportation connectivity and public realm
design with the rapid transit project.
The document outlines the scope of work and responsibilities of a town planner. It discusses the general scope of work such as formulating plans and analyzing proposed communities and facilities. It also describes the tasks involved in different stages of construction such as finding and surveying sites, setting goals and objectives, and analyzing issues. Finally, it mentions the types of drawings required like zoning maps, site plans, transportation plans, and master plans.
The document discusses Michigan's Transportation Alternatives (TA) program under MAP-21. It outlines the program's goals of efficiently using funds, implementing quality projects with local support, and transitioning existing Transportation Enhancement and Safe Routes to School projects. The program will maintain support for initiatives like placemaking and trails. It will collaborate with MPOs to meet goals while facing challenges of less funding and more eligible activities. Lessons from Michigan's 20-year Transportation Enhancements program will help ensure a successful TA program through partnerships and understanding project requirements.
Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning FrameworkRPO America
During the 2017 National Regional Transportation Conference, Matthew Day shared the Triangle Area Rural Planning Organization's approach to developing a regional framework for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Work Program Process (March 22, 2017)Fairfax County
The current and the proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan Amendment Work Program process are explained. This presentation describes:
• Why the county amends the plan
• What is the current process
• What was learned from the evaluation of the process
• What was the outcome of that evaluation?
The Comprehensive Plan is Fairfax County’s policy guide for making land use decisions and is amended on a regular basis to ensure that its goals and objectives support sound land used decision making.
Fairfax Center Area Study Kickoff Open HouseFairfax County
This document summarizes an open house for a study of land use and development in the Fairfax Center area. It outlines the study's process and timeline. The study will examine "transition areas" of existing low-density neighborhoods over the next year, and then focus on the "Suburban Center" core and broader guidance over 18-24 months. The goal is to understand current conditions and opportunities to guide the area's development over the next 20 years.
Participative River Basin Management Planning by Yannick POCHON and Yunona VIDENINA (IOWater); EU member state consortium (Austria, France)
The 7th MEETING OF THE STEERING COMMITTEE OF THE
NATIONAL POLICY DIALOGUE IN WATER SECTOR OF AZERBAIJAN
4 July 2018, Baku
The objective of the meeting was to discuss the key issues in the development of the national water policy and the status of ongoing activities within the EUWI+ project in Azerbaijan. The meeting also served as a platform for strengthening of synergies with other international projects implemented in Azerbaijan
Planning for Broadway now provides an opportunity to
coordinate transit-supportive land use, affordable housing
policies, transportation connectivity and public realm
design with the rapid transit project.
The document outlines the scope of work and responsibilities of a town planner. It discusses the general scope of work such as formulating plans and analyzing proposed communities and facilities. It also describes the tasks involved in different stages of construction such as finding and surveying sites, setting goals and objectives, and analyzing issues. Finally, it mentions the types of drawings required like zoning maps, site plans, transportation plans, and master plans.
The document discusses Michigan's Transportation Alternatives (TA) program under MAP-21. It outlines the program's goals of efficiently using funds, implementing quality projects with local support, and transitioning existing Transportation Enhancement and Safe Routes to School projects. The program will maintain support for initiatives like placemaking and trails. It will collaborate with MPOs to meet goals while facing challenges of less funding and more eligible activities. Lessons from Michigan's 20-year Transportation Enhancements program will help ensure a successful TA program through partnerships and understanding project requirements.
Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning FrameworkRPO America
During the 2017 National Regional Transportation Conference, Matthew Day shared the Triangle Area Rural Planning Organization's approach to developing a regional framework for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.
Pursuing any development or neighborhood plan today involves
working with a myriad of actors beyond professional collaborators
during planning and design phases. These include direct abutters,
surrounding neighbors, elected offi cials, public agencies, opponents
(often), investors, financial institutions, and regulators, all billed as
“stakeholders.” Navigating the shoals created by cadres of stakeholders
is perhaps the greatest challenge to pursuing sophisticated
ideas about and goals for urbanism.
Consensus around goals that arenot very ambitious is, unfortunately, common. However, rather thanwallow in despair about the unpredictable nature of decentralized processes, urban designers must learn to be more effective collaborators,willing participants in true interdisciplinary endeavors, and advocatesfor ideas not always their own, ideas that have the potential
to rally others around higher expectations, not expedient solutions.
Such skills are not always available in a designer’s tool kit.
Some blame the messiness of democratized processes for producing mediocrity.
On the other hand, many can offer examples of substantial benefits to projects as a result of broader community participation.
Then, too, there is that maxim among seasoned urban designers, “To
envision takes talent, to implement takes genius.”
Getting to Grips with the New Technical Standards for HousingPAS_Team
This document summarizes a presentation about the new technical housing standards in the UK. It discusses the Housing Standards Review panel that provided input during the review process. The presentation outlines some of the key principles of the panel, including that regulation should only be used where there is a clear policy need and market failure. It also notes some progress made so far in rationalizing standards, as well as some outstanding issues. The implications for local planning authorities are discussed, including expectations for local plans regarding optional technical standards. Lastly, it provides an overview of the planning toolkit available and some dangers of over-prescribing standards.
This document summarizes a workshop on developing River Basin Management Plans (RBMPs) for the Upper Kura river basin in Azerbaijan. The workshop objectives were to: inform participants on the principles and concepts of the EU Water Framework Directive; understand the assignments for developing RBMPs in the Upper Kura districts and main challenges; and facilitate contact between consultants and stakeholders. The workshop covered the national legal framework for RBMPs in Azerbaijan, lessons learned from previous RBMP pilot projects, and presentations from consultants on their proposed approaches to developing the new RBMPs.
During April-June 2019, the Donor Board Secretariat supported Ukraine's Ministry of Regional Development in advancing an e-reporting system for international technical assistance projects related to decentralization reform. The system is based on the Common Results Framework and will be tested in December 2019. Working groups discussed issues related to reform implementation, including adjustments to the framework, power redistribution between authorities, and improving local election legislation. Alignment of approaches for establishing integrated administrative and social services centers between relevant ministries was also a focus. Remaining issues discussed were the possibility of donor support for sectoral decentralization and review of working group coordination arrangements.
Water and Sanitation Sector Performance Report of Ghana, 2009 EditionEnoch Ofosu
This WASH sector report aims to assemble all sector information in one document and make it available to government, development partners, the media, the public, and all key decision-makers in the sector. The intention is to publish the status of the sector annually to help track achievements against set targets and support effective decision-making and policy formulation.
6th European Soil Partnership (ESP) Plenary meeting
28-29 March 2019
FAO headquarters, Rome, Italy
'Promote targeted soil research for Europe and beyond' Suhad Saleh, Violette Geissen, Coen Ritsema, Gergely Toth
This document outlines a workshop on road maintenance management planning and funding options. It discusses the need to improve road maintenance practices at the provincial and district levels in Indonesia. A two-phase project is proposed to: 1) review current maintenance practices and funding, and 2) develop a systematic planning approach for maintenance in selected provinces and districts as a pilot model. The scope of work includes drafting road maintenance policies and planning procedures, conducting network surveys and workshops, and identifying sustainable maintenance planning and funding sources. The goal is to demonstrate the benefits of improved maintenance practices and secure adequate long-term funding.
A Special Working Group was tasked with developing land use recommendations for Opportunity Area C in Seven Corners, as the previous Land Use Task Force did not reach consensus. The SWG created three initial draft concepts for review by the public from December 9, 2014 to January 4, 2015. The concepts - Aerie, The Hollows, and Village at Craftsman Heights - provide different master plan approaches for redeveloping the 6 parcels that make up Opportunity Area C near Baileys Upper Elementary School. Public feedback will help the SWG refine their recommendations for the county.
TMSAMS-Final Public Meeting Presentation: 10-4-2011Fairfax County
The document summarizes the Tysons Metrorail Station Access Management Study (TMSAMS) which was initiated in 2009 to identify and prioritize improvements to access the four metro stations in Tysons Corner via bus, bicycle, and pedestrian infrastructure. Through an advisory group and extensive public outreach, the study identified top priority locations for sidewalk, crosswalk, trail, and bicycle facility improvements to better connect the surrounding areas to the metro stations.
This document discusses various prized fish species found in the Chesapeake Bay, festivals and events celebrating the Bay's culture and ecology, and conservation efforts to protect the Bay and its wildlife. Key fish highlighted include striped bass, blue crab, and sturgeon. Festivals in Maryland and Virginia celebrate the Bay's heritage through food, music, and arts. Groups work to reduce pollution from animal waste that contributes to dead zones in the Bay.
Naga City Comprehensive Development Plan, 2011-20Willy Prilles
The document is a resolution by the City of Naga adopting their 10-year Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) from 2011-2020. The CDP sets strategic directions and priority programs and projects for the city consistent with their vision. It was formulated through participation of stakeholders and represents the collective needs and priorities of the local community. The resolution calls on all constituents, institutions, and stakeholders to partner with the city government in implementing the CDP to continue progress and sustainable development in Naga.
A presentation guide to develop a Comprehensive Development Plan. I created this guide and presented by our Heads to members of the City Development Council
The document discusses the current state of local development planning in the Philippines and initiatives by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to address issues. Key issues include inactive local development councils, lack of linkages between plans, weak plan-budget linkages, and lack of resources and competency for planning. The DILG is working to mainstream themes like disaster risk reduction and gender into local plans through new policies and knowledge products. It is also promoting rationalized planning processes and indicators to improve plan formulation, budgeting, implementation and monitoring.
Citizens Information Meeting: Sleepy Hollow Road Walkway-March 29, 2017Fairfax County
This document summarizes a citizens information meeting held by Fairfax County to discuss planned improvements to the Sleepy Hollow Road walkway. The county presented information on the purpose and need for improvements, the current design plans, and next steps. Planned improvements include installing new sidewalks along both sides of the road for pedestrian connectivity and ADA compliance, improving roadway crossings with pedestrian refuge islands, and adding retaining walls and bike lanes. Community feedback will be reviewed before finalizing the project scope and moving forward with design, land acquisition, and construction over the next few years.
Fairfax County Parkway/Franconia-Springfield Parkway: Alternatives Analysis a...Fairfax County
This document summarizes a public information meeting held by Fairfax County, Virginia regarding alternatives analysis and long-term planning for the Fairfax County Parkway and Franconia-Springfield Parkway. The meeting agenda included discussing the corridor history, project purpose and need, the county's comprehensive transportation plan, and next steps. Attendees then participated in table discussions about priorities and how travelers use the parkways before the project manager outlined next steps over the following 24 months.
The document summarizes a regional planning grant for the greater Des Moines area in Iowa. The $2 million grant from the Partnership for Sustainable Communities involves 17 communities and aims to create a comprehensive long-term plan over 20 months. The plan will address socioeconomic, environmental and development issues and engage the public to establish a shared vision for sustainable growth.
The document provides an overview of land use and redevelopment in the Greater Springfield area of Fairfax County, Virginia. It discusses Springfield's growth strategy of concentrating development in mixed-use activity centers, the county's comprehensive plan and amendment process, and several recent rezoning approvals and development projects in Springfield, including the multi-phase redevelopment of the Springfield Mall into a walkable town center community.
Our Future Valley - Developer Session January 28, 2021Allison Zinnick
This document provides an agenda for a meeting on planning in Sturgeon Valley Special Study Areas A and B. Key discussion points included recapping a previous meeting, survey results from developers, planning pathways and responsibilities, and communications. The survey showed mixed feedback from developers. Planning pathways would include an area structure plan with development strategies and detailed plans for identified planning areas. Developers would be responsible for studies and plans within their areas. Clarification was provided on the concept of "demonstrated need." Upcoming engagement sessions in February would explore public expectations on densities and character.
The document provides background information on revitalization efforts in Annandale, Virginia. It discusses the establishment of a Commercial Revitalization District and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to guide development. The plan emphasizes creating an urban, mixed-use area with walkable streets and a unique sense of place. Recent development projects in the area include renovations, new medical offices, and retail/office spaces utilizing incentives to consolidate parcels and increase building heights.
Pursuing any development or neighborhood plan today involves
working with a myriad of actors beyond professional collaborators
during planning and design phases. These include direct abutters,
surrounding neighbors, elected offi cials, public agencies, opponents
(often), investors, financial institutions, and regulators, all billed as
“stakeholders.” Navigating the shoals created by cadres of stakeholders
is perhaps the greatest challenge to pursuing sophisticated
ideas about and goals for urbanism.
Consensus around goals that arenot very ambitious is, unfortunately, common. However, rather thanwallow in despair about the unpredictable nature of decentralized processes, urban designers must learn to be more effective collaborators,willing participants in true interdisciplinary endeavors, and advocatesfor ideas not always their own, ideas that have the potential
to rally others around higher expectations, not expedient solutions.
Such skills are not always available in a designer’s tool kit.
Some blame the messiness of democratized processes for producing mediocrity.
On the other hand, many can offer examples of substantial benefits to projects as a result of broader community participation.
Then, too, there is that maxim among seasoned urban designers, “To
envision takes talent, to implement takes genius.”
Getting to Grips with the New Technical Standards for HousingPAS_Team
This document summarizes a presentation about the new technical housing standards in the UK. It discusses the Housing Standards Review panel that provided input during the review process. The presentation outlines some of the key principles of the panel, including that regulation should only be used where there is a clear policy need and market failure. It also notes some progress made so far in rationalizing standards, as well as some outstanding issues. The implications for local planning authorities are discussed, including expectations for local plans regarding optional technical standards. Lastly, it provides an overview of the planning toolkit available and some dangers of over-prescribing standards.
This document summarizes a workshop on developing River Basin Management Plans (RBMPs) for the Upper Kura river basin in Azerbaijan. The workshop objectives were to: inform participants on the principles and concepts of the EU Water Framework Directive; understand the assignments for developing RBMPs in the Upper Kura districts and main challenges; and facilitate contact between consultants and stakeholders. The workshop covered the national legal framework for RBMPs in Azerbaijan, lessons learned from previous RBMP pilot projects, and presentations from consultants on their proposed approaches to developing the new RBMPs.
During April-June 2019, the Donor Board Secretariat supported Ukraine's Ministry of Regional Development in advancing an e-reporting system for international technical assistance projects related to decentralization reform. The system is based on the Common Results Framework and will be tested in December 2019. Working groups discussed issues related to reform implementation, including adjustments to the framework, power redistribution between authorities, and improving local election legislation. Alignment of approaches for establishing integrated administrative and social services centers between relevant ministries was also a focus. Remaining issues discussed were the possibility of donor support for sectoral decentralization and review of working group coordination arrangements.
Water and Sanitation Sector Performance Report of Ghana, 2009 EditionEnoch Ofosu
This WASH sector report aims to assemble all sector information in one document and make it available to government, development partners, the media, the public, and all key decision-makers in the sector. The intention is to publish the status of the sector annually to help track achievements against set targets and support effective decision-making and policy formulation.
6th European Soil Partnership (ESP) Plenary meeting
28-29 March 2019
FAO headquarters, Rome, Italy
'Promote targeted soil research for Europe and beyond' Suhad Saleh, Violette Geissen, Coen Ritsema, Gergely Toth
This document outlines a workshop on road maintenance management planning and funding options. It discusses the need to improve road maintenance practices at the provincial and district levels in Indonesia. A two-phase project is proposed to: 1) review current maintenance practices and funding, and 2) develop a systematic planning approach for maintenance in selected provinces and districts as a pilot model. The scope of work includes drafting road maintenance policies and planning procedures, conducting network surveys and workshops, and identifying sustainable maintenance planning and funding sources. The goal is to demonstrate the benefits of improved maintenance practices and secure adequate long-term funding.
A Special Working Group was tasked with developing land use recommendations for Opportunity Area C in Seven Corners, as the previous Land Use Task Force did not reach consensus. The SWG created three initial draft concepts for review by the public from December 9, 2014 to January 4, 2015. The concepts - Aerie, The Hollows, and Village at Craftsman Heights - provide different master plan approaches for redeveloping the 6 parcels that make up Opportunity Area C near Baileys Upper Elementary School. Public feedback will help the SWG refine their recommendations for the county.
TMSAMS-Final Public Meeting Presentation: 10-4-2011Fairfax County
The document summarizes the Tysons Metrorail Station Access Management Study (TMSAMS) which was initiated in 2009 to identify and prioritize improvements to access the four metro stations in Tysons Corner via bus, bicycle, and pedestrian infrastructure. Through an advisory group and extensive public outreach, the study identified top priority locations for sidewalk, crosswalk, trail, and bicycle facility improvements to better connect the surrounding areas to the metro stations.
This document discusses various prized fish species found in the Chesapeake Bay, festivals and events celebrating the Bay's culture and ecology, and conservation efforts to protect the Bay and its wildlife. Key fish highlighted include striped bass, blue crab, and sturgeon. Festivals in Maryland and Virginia celebrate the Bay's heritage through food, music, and arts. Groups work to reduce pollution from animal waste that contributes to dead zones in the Bay.
Naga City Comprehensive Development Plan, 2011-20Willy Prilles
The document is a resolution by the City of Naga adopting their 10-year Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP) from 2011-2020. The CDP sets strategic directions and priority programs and projects for the city consistent with their vision. It was formulated through participation of stakeholders and represents the collective needs and priorities of the local community. The resolution calls on all constituents, institutions, and stakeholders to partner with the city government in implementing the CDP to continue progress and sustainable development in Naga.
A presentation guide to develop a Comprehensive Development Plan. I created this guide and presented by our Heads to members of the City Development Council
The document discusses the current state of local development planning in the Philippines and initiatives by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to address issues. Key issues include inactive local development councils, lack of linkages between plans, weak plan-budget linkages, and lack of resources and competency for planning. The DILG is working to mainstream themes like disaster risk reduction and gender into local plans through new policies and knowledge products. It is also promoting rationalized planning processes and indicators to improve plan formulation, budgeting, implementation and monitoring.
Citizens Information Meeting: Sleepy Hollow Road Walkway-March 29, 2017Fairfax County
This document summarizes a citizens information meeting held by Fairfax County to discuss planned improvements to the Sleepy Hollow Road walkway. The county presented information on the purpose and need for improvements, the current design plans, and next steps. Planned improvements include installing new sidewalks along both sides of the road for pedestrian connectivity and ADA compliance, improving roadway crossings with pedestrian refuge islands, and adding retaining walls and bike lanes. Community feedback will be reviewed before finalizing the project scope and moving forward with design, land acquisition, and construction over the next few years.
Fairfax County Parkway/Franconia-Springfield Parkway: Alternatives Analysis a...Fairfax County
This document summarizes a public information meeting held by Fairfax County, Virginia regarding alternatives analysis and long-term planning for the Fairfax County Parkway and Franconia-Springfield Parkway. The meeting agenda included discussing the corridor history, project purpose and need, the county's comprehensive transportation plan, and next steps. Attendees then participated in table discussions about priorities and how travelers use the parkways before the project manager outlined next steps over the following 24 months.
The document summarizes a regional planning grant for the greater Des Moines area in Iowa. The $2 million grant from the Partnership for Sustainable Communities involves 17 communities and aims to create a comprehensive long-term plan over 20 months. The plan will address socioeconomic, environmental and development issues and engage the public to establish a shared vision for sustainable growth.
The document provides an overview of land use and redevelopment in the Greater Springfield area of Fairfax County, Virginia. It discusses Springfield's growth strategy of concentrating development in mixed-use activity centers, the county's comprehensive plan and amendment process, and several recent rezoning approvals and development projects in Springfield, including the multi-phase redevelopment of the Springfield Mall into a walkable town center community.
Our Future Valley - Developer Session January 28, 2021Allison Zinnick
This document provides an agenda for a meeting on planning in Sturgeon Valley Special Study Areas A and B. Key discussion points included recapping a previous meeting, survey results from developers, planning pathways and responsibilities, and communications. The survey showed mixed feedback from developers. Planning pathways would include an area structure plan with development strategies and detailed plans for identified planning areas. Developers would be responsible for studies and plans within their areas. Clarification was provided on the concept of "demonstrated need." Upcoming engagement sessions in February would explore public expectations on densities and character.
The document provides background information on revitalization efforts in Annandale, Virginia. It discusses the establishment of a Commercial Revitalization District and amendments to the Comprehensive Plan to guide development. The plan emphasizes creating an urban, mixed-use area with walkable streets and a unique sense of place. Recent development projects in the area include renovations, new medical offices, and retail/office spaces utilizing incentives to consolidate parcels and increase building heights.
This document provides guidance on developing an effective urban design process and policy. It discusses establishing a steering committee representing local stakeholders to guide a project. The process involves defining objectives, budgets and participation methods before creating deliverables like project briefs and execution plans. Key steps include appreciating the local context through analysis, creating an urban structure with land uses and connections, detailing the place through public realm design, and ensuring long-term implementation and management. The document emphasizes an integrated, iterative approach and establishing policies at different scales to support high-quality, sustainable placemaking.
1. The Community Development Department has created an interactive GIS database and map for the city's website to track zoning changes, infrastructure, and provide information to citizens and staff. This will be implemented by the end of June.
2. A project to redesign Broadway Street has been submitted to the MPO for funding. This will reduce lanes, widen sidewalks, add parking and landscaping based on earlier studies utilizing the GIS data.
3. Updates to the city's sign regulations are in progress, removing vague language, adding sizes and allowing some window signage. Public workshops provided feedback that will inform ongoing enforcement and education.
Technical and Financial Proposal-Consultancy Services for the Preparation of ...Shahadat Hossain Shakil
The cities and towns of Bangladesh are growing largely in an unplanned manner. Planned spatial and socio-economic development is essential for living and environmental quality of spaces. To ensure such quality of space for better living environment planned growth of Bakerganj region can hardly be over emphasized. The project titled 'Preparation of Bakerganj Upazilla Master Plan' comprises a small area in the south east region of the country. The approach & methodology, and work task to be performed to accomplish the stated objectives and activities stated in the Terms of Reference (ToR) are presented in this section.
2011 APA Positioning Planning Deaprtments - MinneapolisJoseph Horwedel
One of three presentations made at the National Planning Conference in Boston in 2011 on Positioning Planning Departments in difficult times. This is the presentation made by Barbara Sporlein from Minneapolis.
This document provides a summary of information exchange for the Alpsee-Grünten pilot region of the Comunis project. It details the participants involved, the channels and tools used for information exchange, and types of events organized. Meetings, workshops, and presentations were key events for sharing information. Newspapers, websites, and newsletters helped disseminate updates. While meetings facilitated valuable discussions, language barriers and ensuring all actors remain equally informed presented challenges to information flow between partners and regions.
The document discusses the roles and responsibilities of a town planner. It outlines the general scope of work for town planners, which includes planning human settlements, formulating plans, and developing models. It also describes the tasks involved at different stages of construction projects, such as building partnerships, setting goals, analyzing issues, and starting planning. Finally, it lists the types of drawings created by town planners, including zoning maps, site plans, community plans, and master plans.
Our Future Valley - May 25, 2021 Committee of the Whole Lucas Warren
The document provides an overview of the process for developing area structure plans for Sturgeon Valley South, including:
1. A multi-year, intermunicipal effort to establish policies for development in Sturgeon Valley through the Sturgeon Valley Special Study Area. Extensive engagement was conducted with developers, landowners, and the public.
2. Detailed analysis of the planning area was completed from 2019-2020 to inform further planning. The area structure plan process from 2020-2021 included additional engagement.
3. The proposed bylaws include amendments to the municipal development plan, an area structure plan for Sturgeon Valley South, and amendments to an existing area structure plan. The documents provide policy guidance for future development
The document provides an annual review of initiatives to implement the Comprehensive Plan for College Station. It summarizes progress made in 2013 on neighborhood, district, and corridor plans; master plans for areas like the Medical District and parks; special projects like the BioCorridor development and Demographic Profile; and updates to the Unified Development Ordinance. It describes challenges faced and priorities for 2014 to ensure the Comprehensive Plan guides future growth.
The document is Eric Tuvel's design portfolio, which summarizes his professional experience in graphic design, mapping, and data visualization. It describes roles he held at the SF Municipal Transportation Agency, SF Bicycle Coalition, Good Jobs New York, and Cofone Consulting. For each role, it lists the software used, projects completed, and provides examples of work produced, such as maps, diagrams, advertisements, and reports. The portfolio demonstrates Eric's skills in design, cartography, data analysis, and creating accessible information graphics.
This document summarizes the 10-year evaluation and appraisal process for comprehensively updating a city's comprehensive plan. It involved assessing plan implementation, collecting public input, developing a draft report, and recommending revisions and updates. Over 600 participants provided input through interviews, workshops, surveys, and scenario and land use feedback. Key themes addressed included housing, transportation, environment, and partnerships. Recommendations include refining vision/goals, maps, planning areas, and chapter structure/format. The updated plan will be adopted in 2021 after further public input.
1. The document outlines the scope of work and responsibilities of a town planner, which includes planning human settlements, analyzing community facilities, and developing long-term plans for cities while working with other construction professionals.
2. It describes the various tasks of a town planner at different stages of construction, from building partnerships to setting goals to analyzing issues to proposing and getting approval for plans.
3. Town planners utilize various types of drawings in their work, including zoning maps, site plans, community plans, transportation plans, and master plans to plan land usage and development.
ANALYSIS OF PLAN IMPLEMENTATION AND MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCES OF ASANTE AKIM NOR...Fosu Anthony
The document provides an analysis of plan implementation by the Asante Akim North District in Ghana. It assesses the strengths and weaknesses of the district's medium-term development plan preparation process. Some strengths identified include consistency across most stages and a response to community needs. Weaknesses include a lack of vision/mission and spatial development options. Stakeholder participation was mostly through consultation. The plan implementation was based on Ghana's national development plan but performance was not encouraging. Recommendations include elaborating monitoring/evaluation and engaging more stakeholders in plan preparation and evaluation.
The virtual public meeting presented the draft Broadview Heights Master Plan. It reviewed the planning process, summarized feedback from the previous public meeting, outlined the implementation document and process, and requested input on prioritizing goals and strategies. Residents were asked to provide priority rankings for strategies online by July 19th to help finalize the plan. The meeting highlighted trails, road improvements, design guidelines, and planning concept area updates based on previous public comments.
Ppt talks about the various levels of planning, its intent and broad contents with focus on local area planning besides mapping people participation in the planning process to make it more people led/people centric
Planning and Environment Linkages in PennsylvaniaRPO America
During a National Association of Development Organizations Research Foundation webinar on April 5, 2022, Brian Hare shared an overview of how the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has linked transportation with environment in outreach and planning processes over time.
Merrifield Nursery Emergency Gravity Sewer ReplacementFairfax County
During a routine Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) Camera inspection by Wastewater Collection Division (WCD), it was found that 45 linear feet of 8-inch asbestos reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) between MH-292 to MH-291 was within imminent danger of failing. The bottom of the RCP was missing within the 45 linear feet of repair and the pipe was on the verge of surcharging. After an immediate pre-construction meeting with Merrifield Nursery, it was agreed to work from 6pm-10am everyday of the week to avoid disruption and potentially placing patrons at risk during the biggest time of the year for Merrifield Garden Center. The contractor mobilized to the site and began the 20-foot excavation to replace 45 linear feet of broken gravity sewer. The project started on March 14th, 2022 and was substantially complete on March 23, 2022.
The Sully Basins Stormwater Pond Retrofits project was substantially completed on April 19, 2022. The project is located within the Cub Run watershed. The project consisted of repair and enhancement of multiple stormwater basins, 0326DP, 0964DP and 1484DP. The project also included construction of new stone cascades, stone weir basin structures and the construction of wetlands with high and low marsh areas. The project will facilitate improved sediment removal and improve downstream water quality using forebays and micro pools. Aquatic and natural habitat were also added within the three basins.
Clarks Crossing Road Improvements 05-13-22Fairfax County
This document summarizes a pedestrian access improvement project along Clarks Crossing Road in Fairfax County, Virginia. The project improved pedestrian and bicycle access by constructing a missing link of sidewalk between Brookside Lane and an existing sidewalk further along Clarks Crossing Road. Work included installing sidewalk, curb ramps, drainage improvements, and milling and overlaying asphalt. The project was substantially completed in March 2022 and provides approximately 200 feet of new pedestrian access along Clarks Crossing Road.
Tysons West Wastewater Conveyance Systems Modifications Project 05-22.pptxFairfax County
Future wastewater flows in northern Fairfax County exceed existing system capacity
Treatment capacity is available in Noman M. Cole Jr. Pollution Control Plant in Lorton, VA
New pipes and pumps are needed to move future flows to treatment plant
NEXT STEPS
Field investigations / surveys
Finalize alignments and pump station layout
Use of open cut excavation
Use of trenchless methods
Easement acquisition needed
Develop traffic control plans
Description:
The project consists of a new, 23,000 square feet, two-story, four-bay fire station facility and associated improvements to the 3.3-acre site including storm water detention, landscaping and parking. The scope also included the demolition of the existing fire station, and a temporary fire station to house the Fire and Rescue Department during construction of the new facility. The key elements of the overall project include:
Scotts Run at Old Meadow Road Park Phase I and Phase II Stream RestorationFairfax County
Scotts Run @ Old Meadow Road Stream Restoration was substantially completed on March 30, 2022. The Scotts Run project consisted of restoring, enhancement, and stabilizing of approximately 2,930 linear feet of eroding stream using Natural Channel Design criteria. This project included two phases: Phase I was funded by proffers from a private development and Phase II was County funded. Also included was the removal of invasive non-native plants and the installation of new plantings to stabilize the stream and floodplain.
Sully Community Center Construction ProgressFairfax County
This document provides construction progress photos of the Sully Community Center in Fairfax County, Virginia. The photos show the ongoing construction of the building's exterior, interior spaces like the lobby, corridors, multi-purpose rooms, game room, gym, exercise room, and healthcare suite. The document was published by the Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services to share updates on the construction of the new community center, which is scheduled to open in summer 2022.
Riverwood Community Meeting - 04-14-2022- Presentation.pptxFairfax County
The new 4-inch ductile iron force main will serve the surrounding community for the foreseeable future. Replacement of the force main will:
Reduce the level and frequency of maintenance required to keep the force main operating.
Prevent costly emergency repairs.
Provide residents with safe, reliable utility infrastructure.
Enhance the quality of life for residents.
Reduce risks to public health and the environment.
Burke Centre VRE Connector Phase IV project was substantially completed on March 7, 2022. This project enhanced the access to mass transit by creating a more direct connection from the VRE Station to the residential areas west of Premier Court. This project also connects the Oak Bluff community to the Virginia Rail Express (VRE) Burke Station and provides a multi-use shared pedestrian and bicycle trail for outdoor recreation.
Long Branch Public Meeting - FINAL - 04-11-2022Fairfax County
Overarching Project Goals:
-Achieve Long Branch Central TMDL waste load reduction requirements.
-Provide long-term stability and have low maintenance.
-Improve water quality within the Long Branch Central Watershed.
-Improve habitat and environmental health (ecological lift).
Objectives: Share our project understanding with the council and seek input on the unique opportunities and housing goals for this site that could help guide
our master planning process.
Rabbit Branch at Collingham Drive Stream Restoration - March 28, 2022.pptxFairfax County
4,800 linear feet of stream will be restored using Natural Channel Design methodologies
Pollutant reduction
1,439 lbs/total phosphorus
3,400 lbs/total nitrogen
462.1 tons of total suspended sediment
Protection of private property and public infrastructure
Increased ecological diversity with native vegetation
DEQ has awarded a SLAF grant to this project for these environmental benefits
LAKE BARTON DREDGING, RESTORATION AND RISER MODIFICATION PROJECT Fairfax County
The Lake Barton Dredging, Restoration, and Riser Modification project was substantially completed on December 29, 2021. The project is located within the Pohick Creek watershed. The project consisted of dredging and removal of approximately 19,100 cubic yards of sediment to restore the sediment trapping capacity and improve water quality. The project also included construction of new sediment forebays, in-lake haul roads, and riser modifications (new mid-level sluice gate and cold-water intake) to facilitate future maintenance, stabilize the shoreline, and improve downstream water quality. Fish habitat was also added within the lake.
Reston Arts Community Center Feasibility - Wrap UpFairfax County
This document summarizes a meeting about a proposed arts center in Reston, Virginia that would result from a proffer from Boston Properties for development of an area known as Block J. The meeting covered the background and objectives of community outreach efforts to understand needs for the arts venue. Feedback was shared from previous focus group meetings on performing arts, visual arts, and other topics. Key spaces discussed included a 500-seat theater, art studios, galleries, and support spaces. Next steps include further programming, cost estimating, and community input before potential design and construction.
Stormwater Wastewater Facility Virtual Community Meeting, March 29, 2022Fairfax County
Benefits of Consolidated Facility
Building and Site Efficiencies
Operational Efficiencies
Addresses Space Deficiencies
Addresses Renovations and Capital Renewal Requirements
for WCD
Provides for a Centrally Located Site that Accommodates Program
Consolidates Integrated Services on One Centrally Located Site
Reston Arts Center Feasibility Study Focus Group - March 28, 2022Fairfax County
This is the 4th of 5 engagement meetings. We are excited to hear from you – your preferences, priorities, questions, hopes, concerns. The information we receive today will be used to inform the space allocations and cost estimating for discussion of the proffer by Fairfax County.
Oak Marr Pump Station Rehabilitation – Construction ProjectFairfax County
Neighborhood was built in the 1980s, and the sewer infrastructure has been in operation since.
Aged pump station equipment – pumps, valves, fans, concrete, etc.
This aging equipment has the potential of causing:
Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO)
Sewer back-ups into homes
Environmental damages
Maintenance problems
Tucker Avenue Neighborhood Community Meeting, 03-15-2022Fairfax County
Identify and evaluate house flooding and public safety concerns
Improve drainage conditions to convey 100-year storm if feasible
Reduce and treat stormwater runoff at the source
Improve water quality and stream protection
Use resilient & functional designs
Make improvements compatible with characteristics of neighborhood
Partner with community to develop sound, cost effective solutions that can be collaboratively implemented and maintained
Build on lessons learned to help improve site development process for infill development
Reston Arts Center Feasibility - Focus Group Visual ArtsFairfax County
This document summarizes a focus group meeting to discuss needs and ideas for a proposed new arts center in Reston, Virginia. The meeting covered background on the proposed project, which would result from a development proffer. Attendees provided input through polls and discussion on desired visual arts programming, spaces, and amenities. Key priorities identified included studio space, galleries, classrooms, digital media facilities, and ensuring the center is diverse, equitable and accessible. The project team will take this community feedback into account as they continue planning.
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La defensa del expresidente Juan Orlando Hernández, declarado culpable por narcotráfico en EE. UU., solicitó este viernes al juez Kevin Castel que imponga una condena mínima de 40 años de prisión.
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मद्रास उच्च न्यायालय के सेवानिवृत्त न्यायाधीश और केंद्र और राज्य सरकार के नौकरशाहों सहित आठ अन्य लोगों की अध्यक्षता वाली एक उच्च स्तरीय समिति ने 2021 में NEET परीक्षा को खत्म करने की सिफारिश की थी। महत्वपूर्ण बात यह है कि रिपोर्ट में 2010-11 में ग्रामीण पृष्ठभूमि से तमिल छात्रों की संख्या में 61.5% की भारी गिरावट को दर्शाया गया है। इसके बजाय मेट्रो छात्रों में वृद्धि दर्ज की गई है।
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19 जून को बॉम्बे हाई कोर्ट ने विवादित फिल्म ‘हमारे बारह’ को 21 जून को थिएटर में रिलीज करने का रास्ता साफ कर दिया, हालांकि यह सुनिश्चित करने के बाद कि फिल्म निर्माता कुछ आपत्तिजनक अंशों को हटा दें।
Recent years have seen a disturbing rise in violence, discrimination, and intolerance against Christian communities in various Islamic countries. This multifaceted challenge, deeply rooted in historical, social, and political animosities, demands urgent attention. Despite the escalating persecution, substantial support from the Western world remains lacking.
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Christian persecution in Islamic countries has intensified, with alarming incidents of violence, discrimination, and intolerance. This article highlights recent attacks in Nigeria, Pakistan, Egypt, Iran, and Iraq, exposing the multifaceted challenges faced by Christian communities. Despite the severity of these atrocities, the Western world's response remains muted due to political, economic, and social considerations. The urgent need for international intervention is underscored, emphasizing that without substantial support, the future of Christianity in these regions is at grave risk.
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1. Fairfax County Department of Planning and Zoning
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/fairfaxforward.htm
DPZFairfaxForward@fairfaxcounty.gov
June 2012
2. Evolution:
2011 AREA PLANS REVIEW RETROSPECTIVE:
•Evaluate APR Process
• Community meetings and online survey
• What worked well? What could be improved?
2012 FAIRFAX FORWARD:
•Find alternative means to manage Comprehensive
Plan and planning activities
3. Evolution:
2011 Area Plans Review Retrospective
• Common themes:
• Open to almost all ideas, but review too reactive
to parcel-specific nominations
• Community involved, but no longer community
driven
• Provided order to review, but process too rigid
4. Evolution:
2012 Fairfax Forward
• Goals of proposed planning strategy:
• Maintain systematic approach
• Expand community involvement
• Promote logical and flexible review
• Emphasize plan monitoring and maintenance
5. Housekeeping:
- State of the Plan
- Comprehensive Plan amendment database
- Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map
- Concept for Future Development Land
Classification System and Concept Map
- Editorial updates: Overview & Character sections
6. State of the Plan, Published May 2012
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/projects/state_of_the_plan.pdf
- Evaluation of Plan activities
- Focus on last ten years
- Amendment statistics:
- 300+ amendments adopted
- Common themes in adopted
amendments
- Supporting development in mixed-use
centers
- Preserve stable, residential areas
- Changes to existing and planned
development potential particularly
in activity centers:
- 80% of planned non-residential
development
- 74% of planned residential
development
7. Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map
http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/comprehensiveplan/compplanmap.htm
- Adopted June 19, 2012
- GIS-based map
- Amended through BOS
action May 2012
- Update some existing
conditions
- public parks
- public facilities
9. Housekeeping:
- State of the Plan
- Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map
- Concept for Future Development Land
Classification System and Concept Map
- Editorial updates: Overview & Character sections
- Comprehensive Plan amendment database
10. 2013 Planning Alternative:
Activity center Neighborhood
planning planning
Comprehensive Plan
Amendment
Work Program
BOS-authorized Policy Plan and
amendments & countywide
special studies amendments
Informed by ongoing plan monitoring efforts
11. Concept for Future Development:
- Suburban Centers
- Transit Station
Areas
- Community
Business Centers
- Industrial Areas
- Suburban
Neighborhoods
- Low Density
Residential Areas
- Tysons Corner
Urban Center
12. Community Involvement:
- Increased education and outreach component
- Earlier and more wide-ranging engagement
- Individual studies: Range of participation methods
tailored to type of amendment
- Community meetings
- Working groups
- Social media
13. Conclusions:
Comprehensive Plan Amendment Work Program
- Respond to survey/community
comments
- Expands community participation in
planning
- Ability to look holistically at parts of
the Plan
- Ability to proactively conduct
planning
- Keeps Plan in a more up to date and
relevant format
14. Call or visit the DPZ office:
(703)324-1380
12055 Government Center Parkway, Suite 730
Fairfax, VA 22035
Send an e-mail:
DPZFairfaxForward@fairfaxcounty.gov
Visit the website/ submit comments anonymously:
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/dpz/fairfaxforward.htm
Sign up for the Comprehensive Plan listserv:
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/email/lists
Editor's Notes
Fairfax Forward is an effort to develop a new model for comprehensive planning in Fairfax County, as a replacement for the Area Plans Review or APR process. The following presentation will describe the new model and include information about how you and your community can be involved.
Last time our staff spoke with the community in fall 2011, we asked you to evaluate your experience with the most recent Area Plans Review process as part of the APR Retrospective. We shared results of an online survey and sought your feedback on what worked well and what needed improvement, in order to determine how to proceed with future planning efforts. Since our last meeting, we have been reviewing what we heard and have been engaged in Fairfax Forward, an effort to develop an alternative means to manage and review the Comprehensive Plan.
In order to set the stage for the new model, allow us to briefly summarize what we learned from the retrospective comments. In general, we heard both positive and negative aspects about the Area Plans Review process. For example, many people stated that the APR process was an inclusive process, which allowed for anyone to nominate a change to the plan at any scale within a magisterial district, but the proposed changes were too focused on individual amendments and too reactive to individual nominations. The process became too parcel-specific and the outcome of amendments that were adopted was more like a rezoning document with very specific development conditions. Other people noted that APR allowed for many opportunities for community involvement, such as submitting nominations, participating in task forces, and speaking at public hearings; however, it was no longer common for communities to envision their future by submitting nominations. Instead, more common was the reliance on task forces as a means to simply review nominations. Finally, we heard that APR allowed the review of a number of nominations relatively efficiently, but the structure was too rigid and oriented to the process. There was little opportunity to modify nominations, and the process did not allow for countywide amendments or a means to amend the Policy Plan. As a result, many parts of the Plan were not reviewed and not enough emphasis was placed on monitoring the Plan as a whole. We recognized with these results that a more substantial change to the way we do business needs to occur, which moves beyond APR and suggests an alternative means of reviewing the Plan in the future.
The Fairfax Forward effort intends to do just that. In this effort, our task has been to develop a model that incorporates four primary goals: First, the review of the Plan should continue to occur in a systematic and structured manner. Having an order to review will allow for expectations to be established about what is being reviewed, when it will be reviewed, and how long it will take.Further, planning activities need to expand community participation and explore ways to involve community members earlier in the process. General education and knowledge about planning in the county needs to be improved with a greater variety of strategies available for public outreach. A wider range of community members should be involved in the formation of proposed changes, not just during the review. The model should allow for more flexibility in the review and the ability to review what makes sense. The geographic boundary of proposals should be logical and correspond to planning areas. There should be some relationship of the proposal to the Concept for Future Development, which is the guiding vision of the plan, and long-standing policy, and reasonable modifications should be allowed to the proposal when necessary.And finally, we recognized a need to prioritize monitoring the implementation of Plan recommendations and to keep all parts of the Plan up to date and relevant, rather than individual recommendations. This includes the ability to monitor where planned development potential is available in the county and whether we are achieving the policy goals.
The first step in working towards these goals has been to bring many parts of the Plan up to date and into a more usable format, which we have been completing this year. We have completed an evaluation of the State of the Plan and a Plan amendment database, have brought the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map and the Concept for Future Development up to date, and are currently working on editorial updates to portions of the Plan.
The State of the Plan was published in May 2012 and focuses on the last ten years of planning and development activity. The document, available online, provides amendment statistics, planning trends that have emerged from proposed amendments, and compares existing and planned development potential in activity centers. For more information, the web address for the document is shown on this slide.
The Board of Supervisors adopted a revised Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map on June 19th, 2012. The map has been converted to an electronic format, using Geographic Information Systems technology to include amendments, adopted since its last publication in 1995 and some existing conditions. The map will be available online now and will continue to be updated routinely as future amendments are adopted.
The Board of Supervisors also adopted an updated Concept for Future Development and Land Classifications System and Concept Map on June 19th, 2012. As you may know, the Concept is the roadmap for the Comprehensive Plan and was last adopted in concept by the Board of Supervisors in 1990. This new update converts the map to an electronic format with an update to reflect future Metrorail stations in Tysons Corner and Dulles Toll Road. Some of the land classifications are updated as well to reflect current policy.
Editorial updates of the Overview and Character sections of the planning districts and planning sectors are currently underway to reflect existing conditions and background information about these areas. Many of which have not been reviewed since the 1990s. The drafts will be available online for review and comment towards the end of the summer. And finally, a Plan amendment database has been created that allows amendment history to be searched by geography, type of amendment, and outcome. We are working on developing an online program for this database as well.
Once these tasks are completed in 2013, we propose to launch into our new planning model, which we believe to be a more contemporary approach to how we conduct planning in this county. This new model would replace the Area Plans Review process. The format will be changing into an ongoing work program. The work program will track planning activities for a three year period. Review of the items listed on the work program will be reviewed in the interim, informed by plan monitoring efforts. It will have four components: Activity center planning, Neighborhood planning, Policy Plan and countywide amendments, and Board authorized Plan amendments and special studies.
Activity center planning and neighborhood planning will be organized around the land classifications of the Concept for Future Development. Activity center planning will begin with suburban centers, and move through transit station areas, community business centers, industrial areas, and the urban center. Neighborhood planning will focus on areas outside the activity centers, such as suburban neighborhoods and low density residential areas. The scope of the individual studies will be designed on a case by case basis to meet individual needs of a particular area, as is done in our current methodology for special studies. As a result, we are not talking about wholesale review of areas or policies, but rather a focused approach that works through a collaborative effort among stakeholders to pinpoint evolving community needs or changes in circumstance that warrant a review of Plan recommendations. The format would also encourage opportunities to, if nothing else, editorially review sections of the Plan text to verify that the information contained in the text remains accurate, relevant, and understandable.
A primary difference of this approach from APR relates to the previously mentioned statement of collaboration. The new format seeks to encourage a greater amount of general education about the Comprehensive Plan and more proactive, community involvement in planning studies. The format will allow opportunities to conduct outreach activities, such as land use colleges, which provide general information about planning and promote dialogue about the Comprehensive Plan without attachment to a particular proposal. During studies, there will not be a one-size-fits-all approach to public participation, but rather an individualized plan developed to meet the needs of the particular study. In general, plans would intend to engage the community earlier in the process, while ideas are being formed, and through a wider range of engagement methods.
In conclusion, the new model proposes a shift in the way that we conduct planning in the county, which would replace the Area Plans Review process. We are proposing a new system which we believe responds to repeated concerns expressed about the APR process. It expands community engagement through a more collaborative effort. It allows the community and staff to more holistically and proactively managed the Comprehensive Plan and the future land use in the county, and it keeps the Plan more up to date and relevant to today’s needs.
If you are interested in keeping informed about the process and receiving an announcement when the draft work program is available, you can call or visit our office, send comments to the email address shown on the screen, visit the Fairfax Forward website and submit comments anonymously, or sign up for the Comprehensive Plan listserv. Thank you for listening.