Governments and Communities - Black & Veatch’s Post

This paper has been published online in Planning Practice & Research Journal this week. I examine the role of participation and acceptance conditions in the context of urban events using regional garden shows (Landesgartenschauen) in Germany as an example. https://lnkd.in/eJ6mhWax

If you're going to UKREiiF, then you'll not want to miss this discussion with leading industry voices on how to recreate urban sites fit for the future, chaired by Peyrouz Modarres. #UKREiiF2024

Welcome to our channel! In this video, we are diving into the city planning spotlight currently shining on Minneapolis, particularly with the upcoming National Planning Conference, NPC24, taking place at the Minneapolis Convention Center from April 13-16. With approximately 4,000 attendees expected, this conference will bring together planners, experts, and thought leaders to discuss the latest trends and innovations in urban planning. Minneapolis has been at the forefront of city planning ever since the release of Minneapolis 2040 in 2018, and this event will only intensify the spotlight on the city's growth and development. Our Planning Director Meg McMahan and her team have been actively involved in preparing for NPC24, collaborating with other City departments and community partners to showcase the best of what Minneapolis has to offer. Throughout the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to explore sessions on various topics, including music history, repurposed churches, and inclusive economic recovery on Lake Street. Join us as we delve into Minneapolis's past, present, and future through the lens of city planning at NPC24. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more content on urban planning and city development. Thanks for watching! #Minneapolis #CityPlanning #NPC24 #UrbanExploration #UrbanPlanning #CityLife #ExploreMinneapolis #CityDesign #SustainableCities #CommunityDevelopment #CityArchitecture #CityTourism #MinneapolisLife #CityVibes #CityScape #CityDevelopment #CityInspiration #CityDesigners #CityPlan #CitySpotlight

City Plan 2040 draft published, which includes individual impact assessments on ToL, St Pauls, The Monument, and Bevis Marks Synagogue, a strategic Views Impact Assessment and a Tall buildings section. https://lnkd.in/ei_AEjVE

The homes in our new issue—available today—treat historic structures as raw material to be artfully reinvented while preserving pieces of their past lives. See the full issue now: https://lnkd.in/dgK_witm

This article from Bloomberg discusses the challenges and opportunities facing historic preservation in the United States. The author argues that the current approach is outdated and needs to be updated to a multi-disciplinary approach that considers the needs of various stakeholders. They make the point that historic preservation is not just about saving buildings but also about supporting communities, and that new financing methods are needed. How have things changed since this was posted in 2019? https://lnkd.in/eDYMxzJV

A new post from ibeckermannotrobot.blog. https://lnkd.in/ezS_GeAt The NPS has put out a revision to Bulletin 38 for comment. This draft greatly expands the guidance offered to nominating historic places that are important to traditional communities, but it is hampered by limits imposed by existing legislation and regulation.  Nominated places must still fulfill all current existing standards for significance and integrity. The authors have also exposed a problem with the entire construct of a traditional cultural place.  The guidance fails to show how it should stand separate from other historic places, resulting in a false dichotomy. The immediate answer is to update 36CFR60 to be more in tune with the intent and ever evolving understanding of the National Historic Preservation Act.

Please comment 

Change moves at the pace of trust. Re-building a community, economically and socially, takes time and effort. Long term investment, relationships and resident buy in is crucial. #urbanregeneration #placeshaping #sunderland #highstreets #communityimprovementdistrict

📄 This paper explores the links between urban public realm spaces and residents’ well-being in secondary cities in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). 📌 Read more: https://buff.ly/3Fuyhzi