Fall 2008 Partners in Planning
Up one levelDerek L. Doughty Appointed to Planning Commission
The Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners has appointed civil engineer Derek L. Doughty to the Planning Commission.
Stakeholders Come Together to Discuss Future of Infill Development
On August 26, the Planning Commission sponsored the first in a planned series of workshops on Infill Development and the Energy Crisis. The workshops are designed to look at how local municipalities, including unincorporated Hillsborough County, can make changes to land development regulations, encouraging infill sustainable development on vacant parcels in urbanized areas.
Tampa’s Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT)
The Tampa Urban Charrette, along with its partners, is bringing the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) to Tampa for an in-depth look at how we can empower neighborhoods to create a stronger, more connected city.
ELAPP Plays Key Role In Protecting Natural Resources in Hillsborough County
On November 4, Hillsborough County voters will have the opportunity to continue the highly successful Environmental Lands Acquisition and Protection Program (ELAPP) to preserve natural areas, wildlife habitat and water resources without increasing their taxes.
I-4 Corridor Study Continues
On February 28 the BOCC directed county staff to evaluate the economic development potential along the I-4 corridor. The BOCC directed that the Study be completed within 12 months. Planning Commission staff and Planning and Growth Management Department staff are working cooperatively to fulfill this request.
A Planning Approach to Population and Employment Forecasting
It’s the age old question: “What comes first, the chicken or the egg?” In long range planning, that question gets transformed to: “Does growth dictate the land use or does land use guide the growth?” This article explores a forecasting methodology that incorporates both responses.
City of Plant City: Embracing the Future, While Preserving our Past
The Comprehensive Plan Update for the City of Plant City is moving along.
Tampa Comprehensive Plan Takes Giant Leap Forward Toward Adoption
The Tampa Comprehensive Plan Update has been years in the making. A major overhaul of the plan was reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission and Tampa City Council. Next step...the Florida Department of Community Affairs.
Citizens Planning Academy Graduates Second Class
For the second year, the Planning Commission held its Citizens Planning Academy.
Planning Commissioner Jackie Wilson Reappointed to National Planning Committee
Commissioner Jackie Wilson has been appointed to a second term on the American Planning Association's Planning Officials Committee.