Planning in the West
Join an important conversation about our future
June 17th and 18th, 2009
Stueckle Sky Center, Boise State University
Boise, Idaho
Here are a few of the highlighted stories on NewWest.Net from the conference:
NewWest.Net was proud to host the 1st annual Planning in the West conference, produced in partnership with Boise State University. Featuring leading planners, policy-makers, architects, developers, and landscape architects from around the Rockies, this conference aimed to track planning and development trends, showcase best practices, and understand how thoughtful and place-inspired planning can help us shape our region in the most positive possible ways.
Wednesday, June 17th featured three pre-conference tours focused on art and architecture in streetscapes, mixed use and infill, and renewable energy projects in Boise and how Boise State University is leading the way. The day will conclude with a conference opening reception and social.
Thursday, June 18th was a full-day program at the spectacular Stueckle Sky Center at Boise State University with a mix of presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Highlights of the day included:
- Analysis of planning in our region and the state of the business in light of the broad-based economic slowdown - and the opportunities presented by place-based planning for our rural and urban areas in the Northern Rockies.
- Keynote speakers: Chris Duerksen AICP, from Clarion Associates, will discuss sustainable community development codes for the West; and Dr. Arthur C. Nelson, FAICP, Director of Metropolitan Research from the University of Utah, will share a new perspective and stats on planning and growth trends of the Snake River Corridor and what can position us for a prosperous future.
- Discussion of creative approaches to planning with a green mind, new models for working with city/county codes on sustainability codes, and innovative methods to incorporate natural infrastructure when planning.
- Presentations on innovative land designs, community development projects and architecture from regional and national leading practitioners.
- A splendid setting at the Stueckle Sky Center overlooking Boise, and lively networking with some of the top planning and development professionals from around the region.
In today's challenging economic environment, it's more important than ever to stay ahead of the curve and find every possible opportunity. Join an important conversation at the 2nd annual Planning in the West conference next year to discuss the future of the Northern Rockies with top speakers, great networking and critical insights you won't want to miss.
The 2nd annual Planning in the West conference dates will be released shortly. Stay tuned at newwest.net/conferences for more details on upcoming events.
2009 Conference Details
Planning in the West will take place at the Stueckle Sky Center on the campus of Boise State University in Boise, Idaho. Click here for details on the venue, and for lodging information.
The conference will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 18th, and will conclude at 4:30 p.m. The pre-conference tours are on Wednesday, June 17th from 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday evening will feature an opening reception at the Linen Building. Click here for more details on the schedule.
Planning in the West is made possible by an outstanding group of speakers and sponsors, and the line-up is growing every day. Click here for the preliminary speaker list, and click here for sponsors. Email if you are interested in speaker or sponsorship opportunities.
Specific portions of the conference program have been approved for continuing education credit for architects and planners. Click here for more details regarding continuing education.
Registration for Planning in the West is now open, click here to register online. The cost is $148 before May 29th and $178 after that date. (The fee includes the Thursday evening reception and breakfast, lunch and snacks on Friday.) A special rate of $118 is available for government/university/non-profit employees and full-time students. Group ticket discount: For groups of three or more save money on conference passes for just $118 per person - a $30 per person savings. Don't miss this chance to meet with the region's most distinguished names in planning and design firsthand.
There is a $50 administrative fee for all continuing education credits.
Please check back often for program updates, and email or call 406-829-1725 if you have any questions. Or click here to register.
About NewWest.Net
Designing the New West is produced by NewWest.Net, in cooperation with the Boise State University. New West, a Missoula-based new media company, also produces the highly successful Real Estate and Development in the Northern Rockies and Designing the New West conferences. NewWest.Net is a regional online magazine devoted to the culture, economy, environment and lifestyle of the Rocky Mountain West.
