Regional Plan Association works toward a better future for the tri-state region

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Upcoming Events

At RPA, our professional researchers and planners seek to improve prosperity, sustainability and quality of life in the region through work in transportation, economic development and real estate, environment and open space, and more.

  • The Promise of Decarbonization

    Moving away from fossil fuels will advance entirely new industries while adding to the ranks of existing ones. But are we prepared to realize the potential of this transition? A panel of speakers from the public utility side, to the energy developer, to the community, will seek to answer this question.
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    Thursday

    Sep 23, 2021

    1-2pm

    Speakers

    • Keri Faulhaber
    • Kyle Kimball
    • Rebecca Karp

    Moderator

    • Dale Bryk

  • Featured Event

    Be My Neighbor

    New York State has an opportunity to legalize accessory dwelling units (ADUs) statewide. Speakers from government, civic groups and the community — including individuals who were instrumental in Connecticut’s recent push to legalize ADUs — will explore how to make this happen and deliver new housing options to New Yorkers.
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    Monday

    Sep 27, 2021

    2-3:30pm

    Speakers

    • Sara Bronin
    • Sen. Pete Harckham
    • Jennifer Hernandez
    • Robert Liberty
    • Rep. Cristin McCarthy Vahey
    • Christie Stewart

    RPA Speaker

    • Marcel Negret

  • The Master Planning Process

    Join us as panelists share their experiences with station master plan projects across the country and draw out best practices that can inform the plan for Newark Penn Station.
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    Tuesday

    Sep 28, 2021

    2-3 pm

    Speakers

    • Gretchen Kostura
    • Jeanet Owens, P.E.
    • Hon. Elbra Wedgeworth

    Moderator

    • Kate Slevin