Plan Philly: Engaging in Urban Dialogue

GRID Philly, April 2010

GRID magazine is a new Philadelphia-based magazine for sustainability. Covering topics such as energy, food, shelter, transportation, ecology and culture.

DVRPC Focus Newsletter, March 2010

Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission presents Focus, news and events for local governments within the DVPRC region.

Green Jobs Philly News #17, March 2010

GreenJobsPhilly.org makes it easy for Philadelphians to offer and request GREEN JOBS, green GRANTS and green LOANS.  Our job is to help you connect with the people, money, raw materials and know-how you’ll need.

Councilman Darrell Clarke, 5th District Update, March 2010

This is Councilman Clarke's "5th District Update" which was created to keep you posted on ongoing events and happenings in our district. Click on the link above and feel free to forward to friends or other organizations of the 5th Councilmanic District. If there is anyone who would like to be on the list to receive the "5th District Update" please reply to darrell.clarke@phila.gov with the subject line "5th District Update Email List."

Preservation Alliance e-news, March 2010

The mission of the Preservation Alliance is to actively promote the appreciation, protection, and appropriate use and development of the Philadelphia region’s historic buildings, communities and landscapes.

Next Great City Newsletter, 8 March 2010

The Next Great City coalition is made up of diverse groups all working towards a common goal: making Philadelphia the Next Great City. The initiative is dedicated to creating a positive future for Philadelphia by advocating for common sense, cost effective policies that enhance environmental quality, strengthen neighborhoods and increase our economic competitiveness.

Federal Transit Administration, Transit Research and Industry News Update (January - February 2010)
The Federal Transit Administration's Transit Research and Industry News Update, a report that provides a variety of information about transportation-related research and technology.

University City Community Enews, March 3, 2010

Click here to read the community newsletter from the University City District, which includes updates on free events and workshops across the neighborhood.

PA Chapter of the American Planning Association Newsletter

The February 2010 Issue of The Vantage Point is now available.  In this issue: PA Land Choices Teaches the Importance of Land Use Planning; Integrating Transportation and Land Use into Comprehensive Plans; Call for Presentations for the 2010 Annual Conference; Required Training Initative; PA Chapter Annual Awards - Applications Now Available

Watch the Barnes's new building rise on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway with our new construction site webcam. Just follow the link here and you can monitor the site step-by-step as it develops.

Currently the digging of the foundation has been completed and the pouring of the concrete footings has begun.

(November 23, 2009) –   Festive times are fast-approaching and for Thanksgiving, at the beginning of the holiday season, the Center City District (CCD), Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) and downtown building owners are lighting Center City in festive colors to mark the occasion.
 
On November 27, the nine buildings on the Avenue of the Arts lit by the CCD with permanent light-emitting diode (LED) façade lighting will celebrate with a red, orange and gold kinetic light show, repeating every 15 minutes, up and down South Broad Street. Also joining in the festivities will be the Cira Center, Symphony House, One & Two Liberty Place and DRPA, who will light the Benjamin Franklin Bridge in shades of yellow and brown for the holiday. The Crown Lights atop the PECO headquarters will be emblazoned with a holiday message featuring an animated turkey.
 
“There’s plenty to be thankful for in Philadelphia this year,” said CCD President Paul R. Levy. “Not the least of which is the spirit of cooperation between those public and private sector organizations that bring more visibility and memorable experiences to Center City through lighting."
 
Many of the participating buildings use color-changing LED lighting, due to its energy efficiency, long life, its effectiveness in highlighting distinctive architectural details and its ability to provide fanciful, brilliant light shows for holidays and city-wide celebrations at a much lower cost.
 
Participating building managers/property owners include: Delaware River Port Authority, Brandywine Realty Trust, Hyatt, Cushman & Wakefield, PECO, Dranoff Properties, ACP Mid-Atlantic and the Center City District, along with property owners on the Avenue of the Arts.
 
The Center City District, a private-sector sponsored business improvement district dedicated to making Center City Philadelphia clean, safe and attractive, is committed to maintaining Center City’s competitive edge as a regional employment center, a quality place to live, and a premier regional destination for dining, shopping and cultural attractions.
 
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RJ White
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Center City District
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