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Landscape Architecture in the News
Sustainable Sites Initiative attracts national attention.

PPN News
"New Landscapes in the Tropics" by International Practice PPN member Patricia Stouter, ASLA, highlights the importance of landscape architects’ understanding culture, climate, and appropriate technology in designing in sensitive regions.

Chapter Chat
Celebrate in Illinois; learn in Minneapolis.

Opportunities
Here’s your chance: Comments are being sought regarding the "Designing the Parks" design principles.

People
Learn more about the background of ASLA’s CEO.

The Dirt
"Land Matters," population growth and land use, and Brisbane’s solar-powered foot bridge are among recent posts for comment.

Welcome New Members
Who joined in your state? Find out, and reach out.

Some recently added openings on JobLink:

Assistant/Associate Professor, Urban Design, Lincoln, Nebraska

Territory Manager, Public Space Amenities, Washington, D.C.

Landscape Architect, Beijing or Boston

Landscape Architect, Beverly Hills, California

Senior Level Landscape Architect, Miami

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New ESRI Products Available at Discounted Prices for Members
Sales will support the profession through the Dangermond Fellowship.

November 11, 2009

First National Rating System for Sustainable Landscapes Makes Its Debut
The Sustainable Sites Initiative groundbreaking system works on a 250-point scale.

Sustainable Sites Initiative Issues Call for Pilot Projects
Call to remain open until February 15, 2010.

Congress Passes Funding Measure for National Park Service and Continues Commitment to Using Green Infrastructure
After nearly a decade of severe budget cuts, the U.S. Congress approved a measure that would provide increased funding for Interior programs.

Free, Searchable, Online Database of Parks, Gardens, and Other Landscapes Launched by the Cultural Landscape Foundation
Wiki-style site wants public input on landscapes and their architects.

Land Matters: Where Do I Play?
Barbara Faga, FASLA, chair of the LAM Editorial Advisory Committee, asks what makes a successful public space, the design or the program?

WaterSense to Unveil a Draft Specification on Weather-based Irrigation Controllers
Several opportunities have been scheduled by EPA to gather feedback.

ASLA Offices Will Be Closed November 23–27
To meet financial goals in a tight economy, staff will take furloughed leave.

The ASLA green roof page has been updated and now includes a listing of press coverage for the green roof, and an observation log on plant growth. And don’t forget to check out the green roof web cam.

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