Transit for Livable Communities - TLC Calendar of Events
3/11/2010, 07:30PM: Panel Discussion on book "Region: Planning the Future of the Twin Cities"
Myron Orfield will lead a panel discussion about his new book "Region: Planning the Future of the Twin Cities." Panelists will include Meg Tuthill (Minneapolis City Council), Dave Van Hattum (Transit for Livable Communities), and Jesse Mortenson (Metro Independent Business Alliance).
3/12/2010, 12:00PM - 05:00PM: 3rd Annual Local Government Workshop
Part of the Twin Cities Sustainable Communities conference, folks will learn about model policies and ordinances they can adopt to save money on city buildings, pay for ash tree removal, fund innovative storm water management projects, expand pedestrian, bike and transit networks, reduce costs of road repair and waste management, spur economic development and enhance livability.
3/13/2010, 08:30AM - 04:30PM: 5th Annual Neighborhood Sustainability Workshop
Part of the Twin Cities Sustainable Communities Conference, workshop includes ideas for how best to green neighborhoods, congregations, schools & businesses. Learn how to advocate for sustainable local policies and state-wide policies to secure a sustainable shared future.
3/16/2010, 09:00AM - 12:00PM: Workshop 1: Infrastructure and Public Realm
Part 1 of the 4 workshop series on Transit-Oriented Districts and Walkable Communities featuring high-level technical discussion on implementation tools and policies.
This workshop will feature Gary Toth, Senior Director of Transportation Initiatives with the Project for Public Spaces. There will also be a local panel featuring Tim Henkel of MN/Dot; Joe Gladke from Hennepin County Public Works; Dave Showalter of Aecom/EDAW; Gary Erickson from the Central Corridor Project Office; and Randy Newton from Eden Prairie Public Works
Registration required by March 11th. Please contact Gretchen Nicolls at gnicholis@lisc.org or at 651-265-2280 to register.
3/23/2010, 11:00AM - 01:00PM: Downtown Minneapolis Transportation Summit
Get the inside scoop on the latest transportation projects, programs and services that will impact downtown commuters in 2010. Topics include:
- Metro Transit Update
- Regional Telework Initiative
- 2010 Commuter Challenge
- 2010 Bike Walk Week
- Minneapolis Bike Share Program - Opening Summer of 2010!
This event is open to all Downtown Minneapolis employers. Due to space limitations, we can only accommodate a maximum of three representatives from any one organization. Admission is free. Bring a lunch or enjoy a light snack on us.
Register Online at: www.mplstmo.org/summitrsvp
4/14/2010, 09:00AM - 12:00PM: Workshop 2: Connecting Land Use and Transportation - Overcoming Regulatory Obstacles
Part 2 of the 4 workshop series on Transit-Oriented Districts and Walkable Communities featuring high-level technical discussion on implementation tools and policies.
This workshop will feature Joseph Schilling who leads the Virginia Tech Metropolitan Institute's Green Regions Initiative. There will also be a local panel featuring Barb Sporlein, Minneapolis CPED Planning director; Janet Jeremiah, Eden Pairie Community Development (invited); Suzanne Rhees, Cuningham Group; Norm Bjorness, Developer (invited); and Guy Peterson, Met Council.
Registration required by April 14th. Please contact Gretchen Nicolls at gnicholis@lisc.org or at 651-265-2280 to register.
4/21/2010, 05:30PM: Public Hearing of Bike Walk Central Corridor Action Plan
The Bike Walk Central Corridor Team is happy to report that the public hearing draft of the Bike Walk Central Corridor Action Plan has been released for public review and is slated to be heard at City Council. City Council holds its meetings at City Hall and you're welcome to attend and submit testimony orally that evening. You may also send testimony prior to that evening in writing. Written testimony may be received through email or through traditional mail (Emily Goodman, Suite 1400, 25 W 4th St, St Paul, MN 55102).
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4/23/2010 - 4/24/2010: Active Living Biking Expo 2010
Throughout this two-day event find tips on bike rides and destinations to explore, new equipment to ride, road and trail safety guidelines, contests & prizes and more.
Designed for the whole family, those who attend will discover how easy it is to commute to work or school, venture out safely on a mountain bike trail or BMX track and what it takes to enter a road race or experience the Velodrome track. Attendees will also find many new recreational riding areas, spinning techniques and bike art.
Expo runs Friday, April 4th from 3pm-9pm and Sat, April 5th from 9am-6pm
5/1/2010 - 5/2/2010: Living Green Expo 2010
The annual Living Green Expo is a free, family-friendly event that inspires people to lead healthier and more sustainable lives.
More than 250 displays with information on:
* Simple tips to living greener
* Ways to change lifestyles
* Shrinking carbon footprints
* Feeling good about saving the earth and money
* Eating local and sustainable foods
* Keeping families safe from toxins
* Taking advantage of federal stimulus options
* Building green homes
Saturday, May 1, 2010 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
Sunday, May 2, 2010 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
5/11/2010, 09:00AM - 12:00PM: Workshop 3: Equitable Development and Community Benefits
Part 3 of the 4 workshop series on Transit-Oriented Districts and Walkable Communities featuring high-level technical discussion on implementation tools and policies.
This workshop will feature Leslie Moody, Executive Director of Partnership with Working Families. There will also be a local panel featuring Russ Adams, Alliance for Metropolitan Stability; Gretchen Nicholls, LISC/Corridor Development Initiative; Larry Hiscock, Harrison Neighborhood Group; Isabel Chanslor, University Avenue Business Preparation collaborative; and Jonathan Sage Martinson, Central corridor Funders Collaborative.
Registration required by May 6th. Please contact Gretchen Nicolls at gnicholis@lisc.org or at 651-265-2280 to register.
6/15/2010, 09:00AM - 12:00PM: Workshop 4: Financing of Transit-Oriented Districts - Building Public/Private Partnerships
Part 4 of the 4 workshop series on Transit-Oriented Districts and Walkable Communities featuring high-level technical discussion on implementation tools and policies.
This workshop will feature representatives from the MN State Legislature, the Cornerstone Group, Twin Cities Community Land Bank, Wells Fargo, the Metropolitan Council, Hennepin County, MN Housing and National LISC.
Registration required by June 10th. Please contact Gretchen Nicolls at gnicholis@lisc.org or at 651-265-2280 to register.
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