DAY 2: Brilliant Communities Track
September 17, 2007 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Topics Covered:
Cities Within Cities--Breakthroughs in Planned Neighborhoods
Innovation isn’t limited to structures and facilities alone. In new and old communities, military bases, and campuses, innovative infrastructure, energy, and design solutions for buildings, facilities, and transportation are renewing regions. What impacts do these issues have on project financiers, local and federal officials, and – most importantly – the owners, residents, and buyers? Hear from those officials and owners pushing the envelope and the communities helping them accomplish it.
- Northstreet LLC, Sean Rodrigues, Principal
- Joe Van Bellingham, Windmill Development Corp/Dockside Green in Victoria, British Columbia*
The Convergence of Energy, Climate, and New Models of Policy Development
As the federal government sorts out direction on climate and energy, the void is being filled by local and state efforts. But what will it really take to develop leadership in policy to move these markets forward? Experts from the field who’ve been successful at influencing local efforts talk about a regional model of policy development that could help
- 3E Strategies, Cylvia Hayes, Founder and Executive Director
Communities Making the Commitment to Sustainable Infrastructure
Communities around the world are committing to climate change and working to employ innovative strategies. Hear from cities setting the pace for climate stewardship—how are they going about measuring and managing footprint? What innovative approaches are they using to bring sustainability into policy, business, and citizen consciousness?
- Sustainable Seattle, Laura Musikanski, Board Member
- Climate Solutions, K.C. Golden, Policy Director
- The Sheltair Group, Angela Griffiths, PhD, CEO
Who Should Attend?
• Mayors
• City Managers
• Public Works Directors
• City/Urban Planners
• Economic Development Directors
• City Council Members
• County Council Members
• Policy Advisors
• Chiefs of Staff
• Community Development Specialists
• Municipal Real Estate Development Directors
• Municipal Communications Specialists
• Intergovernmental Relations Directors
• Regional Affairs Managers
• Economic Development Consultants
• Firms with municipal, government or other public sector clients
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