We invite members and others to submit announcements about upcoming events in the greater D.C. metropolitan area related to planning, architecture, historic preservation, transportation, smart growth, and other related topics.

To list your event, please email events@ncac-apa.org.

Call for Candidates for the National Capital Area Chapter Board 2010-2012 Term

 Interested in serving on the Chapter Board ? 

A great way to get involved with your Chapter and with the 700 members in the region is by serving on the NCAC-APA Chapter Board. The Board plans and hosts a wide range of professional education and networking events and recognition ceremonies, and keeps members abreast of the various planning activities around the region. 

Board elections will take place this Summer. The following Board positions will be on the ballot: 

1. President-elect
2. Professional Development Officer-elect 
3. Vice President for Communications 
4. Vice President for Diversity and Outreach 
5. Secretary 
6. Treasurer 
7. Six (6) At-Large Director Positions

If you are interested in serving on the Board, please call or email the nominating committee:

- Robyn Eason at robyneason@yahoo.com, 
- Carol Truppi at carol.truppi@gmail.com 
- Julia Koster at heykoster@gmail.com 

You will need to identify your position of interest and provide a brief statement of interest and qualifications to accompany the ballot information (200-word maximum). A photo may also be submitted, but is not required. This information must be provided to the committee members by July 23, 2010. 

The responsibilities of the Board Officers and Directors at Large are described on the Chapter´s website here. In addition, feel free to contact Robyn, Carol or Julia to get more information about the Board’s activities. 

YIPPS Monthly Happy Hours

Every month, young planners across the region gather at various hot spots in the District of Columbia for an informal evening of networking. If interested in participating on this list-serve, email the YIPPS Moderator at yipps@googlegroups.com   

Urban Land Institute Events

The Urban Land Institute hosts a wide variety of local and national events dealing mainly with real estate and development. For more information, please visit the following website: http://www.uli.org/Events.aspx

US Green Building Council – National Capital Region Chapter Events

The local chapter of the US Green Building Council actively hosts a several events throughout the year as well as updated information on the USGBC LEED Rating Systems. For more information, please visit the following website: http://www.usgbcncr.org/