Date: February 29, 2012

Location: Arlington, Virginia

Description: Arlington, Virginia’s smart growth policies helped it ride out the recent recession, but other dynamics came together as well. This half-day seminar will examine Arlington’s success in combining the three key components of economic sustainability—innovation, competitiveness and resiliency.

Registration information:
http://www2.arlingtonvirginiausa.com/index.cfm/aed/events-calendar/beyond-smart-growth/

Date: February 27-28, 2012

Location: Tampa, Florida

Description: Local governments are leading the sustainability revolution, and development codes are one of their most powerful tools. Find out how progressive communities are adding sustainability to their zoning, subdivision, and other land-use regulations. The conference also covers groundbreaking model codes and proven community strategies.

Registration information:
http://www.planning.org/pts/2012/win/sustainablezoning.htm

Date: February 16, 2012

Location: Lansing, Michigan

This one-day training program will detail Michigan’s unique approach to Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) and Complete Streets. Topics covered include how to build a Safe Routes to School team, an overview of walking audits, and how advocates can encourage local governments to make healthier investments in their communities.

Registration Information: http://www.planningmi.org/tb.asp

Date: February 2-4, 2012

Location: San Diego, California

Description: Learn from hundreds of speakers who will share insights and strategies for making smart growth a success. Speakers will demonstrate smart growth solutions that will reduce our dependence on foreign oil, create a green economy, assure a healthy population, and expand transportation and housing options. Registration opens October 6, 2011.

Registration Information: http://www.newpartners.org