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#3537 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Mon May 5, 2008 1:13 am
Subject: Internship with Spanish companies for recent graduates with interest in infrastructure finance ashaweinstei...
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Spanish Companies Internship Program

THE FOUNDATION

The Fundaci�n Consejo Espa�a-Estados Unidos, in Madrid, Spain, is a private foundation which brings together notable representatives from financial, business and professional sectors, public administration and politics, as well as cultural and academic institutions.

The aim of the Fundaci�n Consejo Espa�a-Estados Unidos is to promote plural dialogue - in economic, financial, cultural, educational, political and professional terms - between the Spanish and US civil societies. (To learn more on the Fundaci�n, please visit: www.consespain-usa.org)

OBJECTIVE

This Program offers U.S. citizens, recently graduated from the United States' best universities (BS, BA, MBA, PHD), the possibility of having a professional experience in a Spanish company, board member of the Foundation, in order to provide in-depth knowledge of their companies, while at the same time offering the opportunity to learn about Spanish businesses, society, culture and language.

HIGHLIGHTS

The prestigious companies participating in the Program are leaders in their respective markets and have affiliates or interests in the United States. Thus the possibility exists for these companies to offer full positions in Spain or back in the States, once the internship is over.

Some of the companies offering internships are BBVA (one of the main banks in Europe, with wide presence in the south of the U.S.), Iberdrola (leader in the renewable energies sector) or Ferrovial-Cintra (biggest operator in civil engineering and construction, awarded with many public works in the U.S.).

DURATION

The six-month Program is planned to begin September 8, 2008, ending on February 28, 2009.

OFFERS

A competitive monthly salary, plus travel expenses to and from Spain, medical insurance during the duration of the program and Spanish language lessons if required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be U.S. citizens, have a good level of written and oral Spanish. They should have graduated by the start of the program.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

A six month student visa.

CONTACT

B�rbara Baggetto E-mail: colaboradores.bbv@... Tel: +34 913 731 773

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#3538 From: Marian Duran <mrn_duran@...>
Date: Mon May 5, 2008 3:10 am
Subject: Last Speaker Series - May 7, Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. mrn_duran
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Our last UPC Speaker Series of the school year is this coming Tuesday on May 7th, Tuesday at 6 p.m.

Salvador Alvarez of the San Jose Redevelopment Agency is visiting us this time.

Sal, is the acting Strong Neighborhoods Manager and is the Region "A" Team Manager serving San Jose's East Side. He is responsible for coordination of community engagement throughout the City of San Jose and the implementation of neighborhood priorities throughout the Strong Neighborhoods Inititiative Redevelopment Project Area.

Wednesday, May 7 - 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.

SJSU/King Library, Room 225

We'll have yummy chicken and tofu sandwiches for everyone who comes. They are free but we'll gladly accept $5.00 donations.

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#3539 From: Marian Duran <mrn_duran@...>
Date: Mon May 5, 2008 3:22 am
Subject: Fw: Last Speaker Series - May 7, Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. mrn_duran
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Our last UPC Speaker Series of the school year is this coming Tuesday, May 7th at 6 p.m.

Salvador Alvarez of the San Jose Redevelopment Agency is visiting us this time.

Sal, is the acting Strong Neighborhoods Manager and is the Region "A" Team Manager serving San Jose's East Side. He is responsible for coordination of community engagement throughout the City of San Jose and the implementation of neighborhood priorities throughout the Strong Neighborhoods Inititiative Redevelopment Project Area.

Wednesday, May 7 - 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.

SJSU/King Library, Room 225

We'll have yummy chicken and tofu sandwiches for everyone who comes. They are free but we'll gladly accept $5.00 donations.

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#3540 From: Marian Duran <mrn_duran@...>
Date: Mon May 5, 2008 4:10 pm
Subject: Correction - Last Speaker Series - May 7, WEDNESDAY at 6:00 p.m. mrn_duran
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UPC Speaker Series

Our last UPC Speaker Series of the school year is this WEDNESDAY, May 7th at 6 p.m. *not Tuesday as was stated before.

Salvador Alvarez of the San Jose Redevelopment Agency is visiting us this time.

Sal, is the acting Strong Neighborhoods Manager and is the Region "A" Team Manager serving San Jose's East Side. He is responsible for coordination of community engagement throughout the City of San Jose and the implementation of neighborhood priorities throughout the Strong Neighborhoods Inititiative Redevelopment Project Area.

Wednesday, May 7 - 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.

SJSU/King Library, Room 225

We'll have yummy chicken and tofu sandwiches for everyone who comes. They are free but we'll gladly accept $5.00 donations.

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#3541 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Mon May 5, 2008 4:49 pm
Subject: FT job - City of Carson, CA - Senior Planner ashaweinstei...
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== SENIOR PLANNER
May 01, 2008 -- City of Carson, California
http://www.planetizen.com/node/31028

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#3542 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Mon May 5, 2008 4:50 pm
Subject: FT job - San Francisco, CA - Wallace Roberts & Todd - Planner & Project Manager ashaweinstei...
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== PLANNER AND PROJECT MANAGER
May 02, 2008 -- Wallace Roberts & Todd, LLC (WRT) |
Solomon E.T.C., California
http://www.planetizen.com/node/31050

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#3543 From: "ch1129kh96wh58" <kellycha@...>
Date: Tue May 6, 2008 8:32 pm
Subject: Articles regarding Prop 98/99 ch1129kh96wh58
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Articles from Mercury News and SF chronicle regarding Prop 98/99

http://www.mercurynews.com/centralcoast/ci_9081417

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/05/04/
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#3544 From: Dayana Salazar <dayana.salazar@...>
Date: Wed May 7, 2008 12:17 am
Subject: Reminder: June 1st application deadline approaching : Field Experience for Planning Graduates in the Resource Assistance for Rural Environments Program, University of Oregon dsalazar1365
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Dear Accredited Planning Program Director, I am writing from the Resource Assistance for Rural Environments Program at the University of Oregon (UO). The June 1st application deadline is drawing near! If possible, please pass along the information below to your student listserves (info is also attached). RARE is a part of the Community Service Center and affiliated with the Community and Regional Planning Program at the University of Oregon. Each year, through the RARE program, 25 trained, graduate level participants are placed in rural communities across Oregon to work for 11 months on community building projects with local organizations. RARE participants receive extensive training, a living stipend, medical insurance, an educational award, and graduate level planning credits. RARE participants also gain tremendous field-based experience to compliment their classroom learning while helping to develop capacity in small, under served Oregon communities. We have made more than 300 placements since our founding in 1994 and are always looking to find participants with a variety of backgrounds. We hope that many of your planning students might be interested in the program. To participate in the program, students must have a Bachelor's degree and be US citizens. Please let me know if you have any questions or need more information. Thank you for your assistance. Marian Parsons ********************************************************************* A RARE Opportunity Are you ready for a RARE experience? The Resource Assistance for Rural Environments (RARE) Program, a program of the University of Oregon and AmeriCorps, is now accepting applications for 2008-2009 placements. The application deadline is June 1, 2008 (for an October placement). RARE's mission is to increase the capacity of Oregon's rural communities in order to improve their economic, social, and environmental conditions. Participants assist rural Oregon in the development and implementation of projects relating to community and economic development, watershed and natural resource planning, policy coordination, and delivery of social services. The RARE program lets participants put their skills to work helping a rural community while gaining invaluable professional experience in the community building field. "I've gained a deeper respect for those committed to a lifetime of service and community assistance... [and] a better understanding of myself and what truly makes me happy."(RARE alumnus) Gain experience in many of the following areas: * Leadership * Entrepreneurship * Project management * Facilitation * Grant writing * Time management * Volunteer management * Small government operations * Non-profit organization operations * Citizen involvement * Land use planning methods * Education and outreach * Technical writing * Working with the media * Computer use Benefits while in the RARE program include: * Monthly living allowance of $1,250 * Medical Insurance Benefits after successfully completing the RARE program include: * Educational award of $4,725 * Nine graduate credits for the University of Oregon's Community and Regional Planning master's degree * In-state tuition at any state-run Oregon university RARE, in operation for 14 years, has placed over 300 participants in rural communities throughout Oregon. RARE participants commit to completing 1,700 hours of service (11 months), are required to be either U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents, and have an undergraduate degree. For more information and an application packet: * Visit our website at http://rare.uoregon.edu * Call us at (541) 346-2879 * Email us at rare@... -- Marian Parsons RARE Program Field Coordinator Community Service Center 1209 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403 rare@... (541) 346-2879

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#3545 From: Shishir Mathur <Shishir.Mathur@...>
Date: Wed May 7, 2008 6:18 pm
Subject: Fw: HAC Reminder Plus shishm
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Those interested in affordable housing, read on.....

Shishir Mathur, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Urban and Regional Planning Department
One Washington Square
San Jose' State University
San Jose', CA 95192-0185
Phone: 408-924-5875
Fax: 408-924-5872

-----Forwarded by Shishir Mathur/SJSU on 05/07/2008 11:16AM -----

To: "Shiloh Ballard" <sballard@...>
From: "Shiloh Ballard" <sballard@...>
Date: 05/06/2008 01:22PM
Subject: HAC Reminder Plus

Dear Housing Action Coalition,

Apologies for multiple emails but there are a couple time sensitive items we wanted to bring to your attention:

-           This Thursday, the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors will be considering an item related to the County’s difficult budget problems. There is a proposal to suspend for five fiscal years, the 30% allocation from the sale, lease or development of General Fund surplus property to support affordable housing. Information is available at the following link under agenda item 19. If you would like more information and want to figure out how to get involved, let me know and I’ll point you in the right direction. http://www.sccgov.org/portal/site/scc/boardagenda?contentId=ae95d91b4b5a9110VgnVCMP2200049dc4a92____&agendaType=Committee%20Agenda

-           Also, the City of San Jose Housing Department will be hosting two community forums on inclusionary zoning. One is on Wednesday of this week at 5:30pm and one on the 14 ^th at 5:30pm. Information about the forums is available at: http://www.sjhousing.org/report/Misc/Inclusionary/Flyer.pdf . If you know folks who are interested in the topic, please encourage them to attend.

-           On June 10 ^th, 3-5pm, the Leadership Group will be hosting Housing & Community Development Department Secretary Lynne Jacobs for a dialogue about finding a statewide permanent source of funding for affordable housing. Details will be forthcoming but in the meantime, save the date!

Also, one thing I forgot to mention in the last HAC meeting notice was the continuing discussion about Housing Element updates. We had talked about selecting a set of policies that we might advocate and I had passed out the material we used during the previous cycle. That document is pasted below. As well, there is information about Housing Element Law at: http://www.hcd.ca.gov/hpd/housing_element/index.html . Please review these policies and come prepared to discuss/vote on whether to move forward on having the HAC officially advocate this agenda. And, if you have ideas about what should be included on the list, please come prepared to propose those additions.

As a final note, don’t forget that we have HAC this Friday, May 9th, 11am to 1pm at the Santa Clara Central Library ( 2635 Homestead Road , Santa Clara .) O ur guest speaker is Greg Greenway, Executive Director of the Threshold 2008 project in San Mateo . Threshold 2008 was formed to engage the public on housing issues and options in San Mateo County in order to ensure a better long-term quality of life for all who are affected by our housing choices. The project is working to understand the range of perspectives on housing issues so that leaders will be in a better position to make decisions that support and sustain our community.

Thanks and please let me know if you have any questions.

Shiloh Ballard
Housing & Community Development
Silicon Valley Leadership Group
224 Airport Parkway, Suite 620
San Jose 95110
408-501-7859
408-501-7861 fax
www.svlg.net

Housing Action Coalition

Housing Element Menu of Policies

Rezoning & Reusing Underutilized Land and Buildings

Rezone surplus industrial, institutional and commercial land for residential use, or for mixed-use development options. Also, encourage conversion, or reuse, of specific outmoded/unneeded sites such as surplus land owned by churches, public agencies and defense bases. Areas identified during the housing element process as suitable for medium and high density residential development should be zoned for “by right” development to reduce the need for hearings on conditional use permits. Communities must zone for “by right” multi-family housing development if the inventory of sites indicates that there are insufficient sites to meet the regional housing needs allocation.

Some areas that might be suitable for rezoning include vacant and underutilized land parcels and blighted areas. Many communities have a more than adequate supply of employment-generating land uses, and thus could rezone some surplus industrial and commercial land for residential use. Public agencies often own land that is surplus, or where a potion of the land (e.g. part of the parking lot or one of the buildings) might be reused for residential development.

Affordable Housing Overlay Zones

Establish an affordable housing overlay zone that permits, by right, the development of affordable housing on medium and high density residential properties that are covered by the overlay. This zone could also apply to commercial, mixed-use and light industrial areas where housing could be built as a mixed-use and or as a more intensive use, provided affordable units would be included. Affordable housing overlay zones should also provide for building cluster standards that permit appropriate densities, changes in parking requirements, lot lines, outdoor requirements, etc. and provide for various mixed uses, cooperative housing, second units, etc. Developments on properties that fall within the overlay zone are not subject to discretionary permit approval or zoning change approvals, although they would be subject to full design review, including a public hearing and the opportunity for neighborhood residents to ensure that the design addresses their specific concerns.

A critically important part of ensuring that affordable housing is built is to identify appropriate sites, and provide those sites with the regulatory zoning needed. To be feasible for affordable housing development serving low and very-low income households, sites must meet the criteria to compete well for tax credits and other subsidies: for instance, they must allow for densities of at least 20 units to the acres (before density bonuses) be close to transportation and be readily supplied with utilities and services.

Permit Streamlining

Developers estimate that every month required for processing a development application adds at least one to two percent of the overall cost of a housing development. When development processing requires a year or more, the resulting impact on housing costs can be significant. As a result, each city should streamline review procedures by reviewing the application and review process to identify structural or procedural issues that could be improved while maintaining adequate protections for community livability and environmental quality.

Density Bonuses and Other Incentives

Communities can adopt zoning and subdivision regulations to allow a density bonus above what is normally permitted on the site in exchange for the provision of some below market rate housing units. The bonus is usually specified as a percentage of the density allowable under existing zoning regulations. California law requires local governments to grant a 25 percent density bonus or provide other incentives of equal value to a developer in exchange for an agreement that the extra units be affordable.

To implement these provisions, each local government must adopt ordinances to either (1) grant a density bonus of at least 25 percent and provide an additional incentive, or (2) provide a financially equivalent incentive(s). The provisions of the state law apply to all cities and counties, and to all housing developments of five or more units. Note that the density bonus units need not be in the same location as the base units. In combination with other land use concessions and or financial subsidies, a density bonus, like other land use techniques, can be a powerful tool for affordable housing. Density bonuses in exchange for affordability can also be negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

Minimum Densities

Establish a minimum number of homes permitted in each of the multifamily zones, to ensure that sites zoned to accommodate higher densities do not end up with significantly lower densities.

In many cities, sites that could have provided a significant amount of housing get built with a much-reduced number of units. For example, in San Jose , a site zoned for close to 900 homes ended up being approved at closer to 500 homes.

Parking Standards

Parking standards can have a significant affect on housing affordability as well as on the ability to achieve designated densities. Too often, parking standards fail to take into account the real vehicle ownership rates and use patterns of the development’s prospective residents, resulting in excessive onsite parking. Excessive parking requirements reduce the number of homes that can be provided in the development, add to the per-home costs, encourage automobile use, and reduce the potential for other site and building amenities. They can also have a significant impact on building design and perceived density, making a relatively low-density development appear to be much higher density and resulting in large portions of the site being covered in asphalt rather than in landscaping or other amenities. Lastly, because parking construction costs are passed on as a housing cost, tenants are forced to pay for a parking space whether they use it or not.

There are a number of methods for addressing inadequate parking requirements including:

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Transit Corridor Rezoning

Jurisdictions should pro-actively rezone along future and current transit corridors to accommodate higher densities. Mixed-use should also be encouraged along commercial streets that are transit routes. In establishing such mixed use and higher density zones, reduced parking requirements should be incorporated and shared parking arrangements should be encouraged.

Transit corridors are ideal locations for higher density housing. Putting housing close to transit is especially important for lower income workers, seniors and others who cant drive or don’t own a car, and increasing densities means transit systems will be better utilized. For mixed-use development, policy and regulation needs to be made very specific, with building height and floor area maximum exceptions, density bonuses and reduced parking standards to encourage mixed use near services and transit.

SRO Hotels and Efficiency Studios

An SRO usually is small, between 80-250 square feet. It typically has a sink and a closet but shares a bathroom, shower and kitchen with other rooms. An efficiency apartment also is small but contains a small cooking area and bathroom. Encourage the preservation and rehabilitation of existing residential hotels and other buildings suitable for SRO or efficiency apartments; also, encourage new SRO and efficiency apartment construction by permitting, by right , SRO or efficiency studio development in any high-density multifamily residential zone or commercial/light industrial zone. SRO and efficiency studio housing must be exempt from transient occupancy taxes.

Mixed Use

Mixed-use development combines residential uses with one or more other uses such as office, retail, civic, entertainment. Mixed use can be either “vertical” (mixing uses within a single structure) or “horizontal” (mixing uses on a large site, with each use confined to a separate building or set of buildings).

Mixing uses often requires changes to the zoning ordinance or planned unit development (PUD) regulations. To encourage housing, a community can allow residential uses in commercial areas and other nonresidential zones, especially downtowns, thereby creating multi-use areas. Or, the community can set up a mixed-use zoning district.

Increased Densities

Sufficient land should be zoned for multi-family development at densities that will make feasible the development of various types of housing --to accommodate the unmet need for low-, very-low, and moderate income households identified in the Housing Element.

Increase Redevelopment Funds Targeted for Affordable Housing

Jurisdictions should target a higher percentage of redevelopment funds for affordable housing. State law requires that cities set aside 20% of redevelopment funds for affordable housing. This is just a base line and we would encourage cities to go above that State mandate. During the last housing element cycle, Santa Clara raised its commitment to affordable housing by setting aside 30% of its redevelopment funds for affordable housing.

Waive or Reduce Fees for Affordable Housing

To help achieve housing affordability levels that lower income residents can comfortably bear, jurisdictions should waive or reduce (perhaps on a sliding scale related to the level of affordability) fees for housing that is affordable to households earning less than 100% of the area Median Income level. This is particularly important for low-income studio and SRO units, which are typically charged the same fees as larger units, resulting in huge fees due to having many small units.    At a minimum, all jurisdictions should enact policies deferring fees for affordable housing until occupancy or the close of permanent financing, whichever occurs later.

Accessory Units/Second Units

A second unit is an additional self-contained living unit on the same lot as the primary residential unit. It may be either attached to or detached from the primary unit, but must contain cooking, eating, sleeping and full sanitation facilities. Second units are also known as in-law units or accessory dwellings and are sometimes called granny flats although that term also applies to a similar but more restrictive type of unit.

Opposition to second units generally comes from neighborhood concern over parking and traffic impacts. Local regulation can control the location, size, parking requirements, and architectural compatibility. In order to minimize fears that single-family neighborhoods will be overrun by second units, some communities limit the number of second units by neighborhood.

Master EIR & Comprehensive neighborhood planning

A big impediment to building more affordable housing and creating mixed-use neighborhoods is that developers usually have little or no certainty about what the community may want and whether their proposed project will be approved. Most projects--especially higher density, mixed-use, and affordable housing--must go through a lengthy review and approval process. At the end of this process, the project may be denied altogether, scaled-back, or rendered financially infeasible because of changes the city is requiring. Further, developers estimate that every month required for processing a development application adds at least 1 to 2 percent to the overall cost of a housing development.

These types of barriers and costs can be greatly reduced through developing a special plan, sometimes referred to as a "neighborhood", "specific", "master", or "area" plan. The size of these plan areas can vary from a small neighborhood to a whole section of town. Cities can initiate these, or residents can call for this type of planning process, but in either case there should be community visioning and involvement. The plan will result in a detailed blueprint for the location and types of housing, neighborhood amenities, commercial development, open space, and other land uses that are to be allowed and encouraged within the plan area. For the developer, this provides as much guidance as possible on desired land uses and appropriate development types in various areas within the plan. If the city also produces a Master EIR for the plan, this will reduce the number of required discretionary approvals needed for each project, thereby significantly reducing costs and time. One caveat to note: specific plans and master EIRs are a major expense for the local jurisdiction, so political support for them will need to be generated.

LEM, location efficient mortgages

Location Efficient Mortgage services allows a mortgage lender to recognize the transportation-related cost savings of living in convenient, high-density communities with transit access by adding the savings onto the qualifying income of the consumer. For instance, a household making $50,000 may qualify for a 30-year loan of $163,000 at 8% using conventional underwriting guidelines; using Location Efficient Mortgage services that household could qualify for a $213,000 mortgage -- depending on how "location efficient" their desired piece of property or condominium is. The level of the savings results from extensive studies on auto ownership, driving levels, transit access and other variables which identify how much households are spending on their transportation needs.

Major financial institutions can assist in the development of low and moderate-income housing by making location efficient mortgages available.   Local governments can help local nonprofits access these resources by leveraging public subsidies with private financing.

Preservation of Affordable Housing

The loss of affordability restrictions on a substantial portion of government –assisted rental housing stock will be one of the largest housing-related problems for California cities and counties. The housing most as risk of being converted to market-rate housing currently shelters very low-income senior and families with children.

Several State programs provide specific funds for affordable housing at risk of conversion. These include California Housing Finance Agency’s Preservation financing Program, which provides tax-exempt financing for the acquisition or refinancing of a project with expiring Section 8 contracts, and the new Multi-family Housing Program which will also provide low-interest, deferred long-term loans. Additionally, the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee and the California Debt limit Allocation Committee both provide preferences for federally assisted at risk projects.

Local Jurisdictions should also work closely with the county housing authority, local nonprofits, state agencies and others who are affected by or interested in the potential loss of assisted units. These agencies can play a key role in designing and carrying out effective preservations strategies.

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#3546 From: Shishir Mathur <Shishir.Mathur@...>
Date: Wed May 7, 2008 6:18 pm
Subject: Fw: Affordable Housing Tour shishm
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FYI...

Shishir Mathur, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Urban and Regional Planning Department
One Washington Square
San Jose' State University
San Jose', CA 95192-0185
Phone: 408-924-5875
Fax: 408-924-5872

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To: <shishir.mathur@...>
From: "Bena Chang" <bchang@...>
Date: 05/05/2008 01:10PM
Subject: Affordable Housing Tour

Hi Shishir,

Hope you’re doing well.

The Leadership Group is planning a tour of Affordable Housing in the City of Santa Clara , and I wondered if your students who are interested in housing policy might like to attend.

We conduct these tours in a different part of the county each year, and this year we’re focusing on Santa Clara . We invite developers and city staff to be our guides at each of the stops along the tour to talk about the development process and policies behind it. For example, Kevin Riley from the planning department will be covering the city’s Below Market Rate policy on the tour while we’re at an apartment to condo conversion with a below market rate component. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see the tangible results of city policies firsthand.

We would love to invite SJSU students and professors to attend the tour. I have attached the invitation to this email. More information can also be found at www.affordablehousingweek.org/bustour2008.htm .

Let me know if you have any questions!

Bena Chang

Silicon Valley Leadership Group

Senior Associate, Housing and Transportation

224 Airport Parkway, Suite 620

San Jose , CA 95110

Phone: (408) 501-7870

Fax: (408) 501-7861

www.svlg.net

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#3547 From: Marian Duran <mrn_duran@...>
Date: Wed May 7, 2008 8:29 pm
Subject: Today!! UPC Speaker Series - May 7, WEDNESDAY at 6:00 p.m. mrn_duran
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TODAY!! Last one for this semester.

UPC Speaker Series

Our last UPC Speaker Series of the school year is this WEDNESDAY, May 7th at 6 p.m.

Salvador Alvarez of the San Jose Redevelopment Agency is visiting us this time.

Sal, is the acting Strong Neighborhoods Manager and is the Region "A" Team Manager serving San Jose's East Side. He is responsible for coordination of community engagement throughout the City of San Jose and the implementation of neighborhood priorities throughout the Strong Neighborhoods Inititiative Redevelopment Project Area.

Wednesday, May 7 - 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.

SJSU/King Library, Room 225

We'll have yummy chicken and tofu sandwiches for everyone who comes. Food and refreshments are free but we'll gladly accept $5.00 donations.

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#3548 From: Amy Fauria <amy_fauria@...>
Date: Wed May 7, 2008 9:12 pm
Subject: City of San Jose: Paid Intership in Dept. of Transportation amy_fauria
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Internship: Transportation Engineer / Planner

The City of San Jos� Department of Transportation is seeking a student intern to work in the Transportation Planning Division. This is a paid internship. The intern will work on a variety of projects including, but not limited to:

Working with transportation network models
Performing traffic analyses
Acting as a liaison to traffic consultants
Gathering field data

Qualified candidates must:

Be comfortable working with quantitative data and using Microsoft Excel
Have strong communication skills
Be able to work in a team and independently

Other desirable interests or skills include knowledge of transportation engineering and/or planning principles, experience with GIS and/or traffic modeling software tools, and strong technical writing abilities.

To apply for this internship, send a resume to:

City of San Jos�, Department of Transportation

Attn: Paul Ma, Transportation Systems Planning Manager

200 E. Santa Clara St., 8^th Floor

San Jose, CA 95113

or email to Paul.Ma@...

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#3549 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Thu May 8, 2008 2:14 am
Subject: Paid Internship - San Jose - Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) - Environmental Planning Intern ashaweinstei...
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Environmental Planning Intern

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is seeking a part-time Intern to support its Environmental Programs group.

Description: Under general supervision, the Environmental Planning Intern will support the Environmental Programs and Resources Management Department activities. The Intern will assist in preparation of environmental studies on highway, rail and facility projects. Work involves conducting research on various environmental topical areas, analyzing and summarizing data, and preparing written reports on environmental issues.

Qualifications: Candidates must possess a general understanding of environmental issues, an interest in a career in Environmental Planning, and a related undergraduate or graduate degree program in progress.

Knowledge of undergraduate or graduate level principles, theory and practices of planning, similar to that obtained through college level coursework, required. Ideal candidate will possess effective oral and written communication skills, good computer skills, active listening skills, ability to reason logically, sound problem-solving techniques, and ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

Work hours are flexible around school schedule. This is a paid internship at $15 per hour.

For immediate consideration, submit resume and cover letter to:

Ms. Mitsuno Baurmeister
VTA Internship Program Coordinator
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority
3331 North First Street, Building B-1
San Jose, CA 95134-1906

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Date: Thu May 8, 2008 9:11 pm
Subject: PLEASE PASS ON: VOTE �NO� ON PROP 98 forouhi@...
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PLEASE PASS ON: VOTE �NO� ON PROP 98

Proposition 98 on California�s June ballot would have a devastating impact on communities and on the environment. Sponsored by the Howard Jarvis Taxpayer�s Association, as well as by apartment and mobile park homeowner groups, Prop 98 wants voters to believe the measure is only about changing eminent domain rules, but it is really about benefiting large landowners and developers!

Prop 98 would dismantle communities� ability to enforce their own decisions about growth and development. Hidden in its fine print is language that would make unconstitutional ALL laws or regulation that limit property values of individuals or companies. It would prohibit laws protecting the environment, threaten public water projects, and abolish rent control and other renter protections. Because of Prop 98�s anti-renter provisions, large landowners would reap enormous financial benefits on the backs of the elderly and fixed-income renters. It would also negate the current efforts by grassroots environmental groups to preserve the environmental integrity of privately held open-space areas, such as in the case of Coyote Valley.

Proposition 99, the Homeowners Protection Act, on the other hand, would reform eminent domain practices to protect homeowners and small businesses by prohibiting state and local governments from using eminent domain to transfer an owner-occupied home to a private developer. The League of California Homeowners, Leagues of California Cities and the California League of Conservation Voters have sponsored Prop 99, and if Prop 99 gets more votes than Prop 98, it will prevent the hidden provisions of Prop 98 from taking effect.

Prop 98 can only be defeated by a grassroots effort. Any support you can provide to this campaign will go a long way, be it your time, money or voice. Please help educate others on this issue and pass along this email to others.

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#3551 From: Christopher Lepe <christopher_lepe@...>
Date: Thu May 8, 2008 9:14 pm
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Two wheels are better than four

Silicon Valley Bike Coalition kicks-off National Bike Week

Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition
Contact: Corinne Winter (408) 806-8582

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

San Jose, California � May 8th, 2008

May 12^th is the first day of Bike to Work Day, encouraging people to get out of their cars and onto their bikes! This celebration of bicycling will include a series of fun and healthy activities to inspire commuters and business leaders to exchange car-based commutes for energizing bicycle-based commutes.

CEO/Celebrity Cycle-to-Work Challenge � May 12^th

On May 12th, to kick of National Bike Week, CEOs, political leaders and celebrities will lead by example in the CEO/Celebrity Cycle-to-Work Challenge � a ride from Diridon Station to San Jose�s City Hall. Participants include San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed; Carl Guardino, Silicon Valley Leadership Group President/CEO; and Andy Ball, President/CEO of Webcor Builders.

Bike to Work Day � May 15th

On Thursday May 15th, tens of thousands of residents throughout the Bay Area will put aside their car keys, don their helmets and participate in Bike to Work Day. They will be supported on their morning commute by over 80 �energizer stations� set up throughout Silicon Valley where they will find complementary Hobee�s coffee cake and gear giveaways from Specialized Bicycles. Some stations will boast expert advice from community businesses such as Sports Basement. That evening, cyclists will gather at Gordon Biersch, in downtown San Jose, to celebrate the conclusion of a great day of cycling.

�Whether it�s to run a short errand or to go a longer distance in conjunction with mass transit, cycling is a viable and surprisingly easy alternative to driving a car,� said Andy Ball, President/CEO of Webcor Builders.� �Bike to Work Day is all about getting people over the first hurdle so they can see that cycling is easy, it�s fun, and it works.�

Drawing on the competitive and innovative spirit of Silicon Valley resident companies such as Palm, Lockheed Martin and Webcor Builders, the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition is working with partners such as the Silicon Valley Leadership Group to organize events that combine the message of better and healthier living with the distinct local appeal of the high-tech world.

Why ride a bike?

Bicycling is healthy! Did you know that on average, a person weighing 175 lbs burns 1,160 calories pedaling 20 miles at a speed of 15 mph?

Bicycling saves gas; and gas is expensive! With gas approaching $4 a gallon, the savings mount up. If you live 5 miles from work, and bike one day a week, you�ll drive 500 fewer miles a year � saving on gas and maintenance. �

Bicycling is environmentally friendly! Did you know that if you drive a Toyota Camry and live 9 miles from work, you would reduce car emission pollutants by 908 lbs each year by bicycling just one day a week?

Ride your bike to work, to class, for errands or for play. Pedaling can take you there! If it�s too far to ride, consider taking part of your trip via VTA or Caltrain.

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#3552 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Thu May 8, 2008 10:01 pm
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Transportation Futures Network Employment Connections

This is the Transportation Futures Network Employment Connections. It is a periodic compilation of job positions to match the right people with the right jobs in areas broadly related to the transportation field. TO SUBMIT AN EMPLOYMENT POSTING TO TFN, SEND AN EMAIL CONTAINING ONLY THE TEXT OF THE POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT TO: mernst@...

Positions included in this issue:

*Marketing Associate – Clean Air NY, ICF International (New York, NY)
*Domestic Outreach Coordinator, USCAN (Washington, DC)
*Development and Membership Director, TA (New York, NY)
*Outreach Coordinator, Perimeter Transportation Coalition (Atlanta, GA)
*Multiple Positions, CNT (Chicago, IL)
*Senior Program Assistant (Transportation), TRB (Washington, DC)
*Transportation Policy Director, Fresh Energy (St. Paul, MN)
*Operations Coordinator, Coalition for Smarter Growth (Washington, DC)
*Bicycling Ambassadors Coordinator, Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (Philadelphia, PA)
*Executive Director, Bikes Not Bombs (Jamaica Plain, MA)
*Computer Tech, WalkBoston (Boston, MA)
*Multiple Positions, Various MPOs
*Multiple positions, FTA (Washington, DC)
*Multiple positions, WSDOT (Washington State)

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MARKETING ASSOCIATE – CLEAN AIR NY, ICF INTERNATIONAL

New Yorkers can breathe easier, thanks to an innovative outreach campaign launched in 2007 by ICF International on behalf of the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT). According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the New York metropolitan area (including NYC, Long Island and the Hudson Valley) fails to meet federal ambient air quality standards for ground-level ozone and particulate matter pollution. To improve the air, NYSDOT has committed to reducing vehicle miles traveled by 1% through a public outreach campaign. ICF is proud to be supporting NYSDOT in this ground-breaking effort to use public relations and advertising to effect environmental change.

Late in 2006 and early 2007, ICF revamped and rebranded NYSDOT’s existing Ozone NY program to become Clean Air NY– building a dynamic network of more than 3,000 individuals, and more than 4,000 employer and community partners committed to improving air quality through carpooling, using mass transit, combining errands, and other positive transportation-related actions.

On the ground, the campaign has been led by ICF’s local Marketing & Outreach Manager with help from 3 regional subcontractors/transportation management organizations (MetroPool, CommuterLink & LITM) and has gained enough momentum to demand a 2nd local position in the NY metro region, to help take the project and campaign to the next level.

ICF is looking to take the Clean Air NY campaign to the next level in 2008 and needs to expand its team on the ground in New York to do so. The Clean Air NY – Marketing Associate will support the Marketing & Outreach Manager in growing the network of businesses, community groups and individuals in the program. The program requires frequent follow up with partners, in addition to detailed tracking of participation. The Marketing Associate will lead the planning & execution of Clean Air NY’s consumer/community events and individual outreach campaign, with input from the Marketing & Outreach Manager and the team and will require staffing on some weekends in the Spring & Summer. Additionally, the Marketing Associate will assist in launching a new effort to recruit colleges and universities to a Clean Air Campus component of the campaign.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3+ years of relevant experience in business and/or community outreach campaigns and programs TDM programs. Experience in business outreach, and program elements such as carpool and vanpool programs, incentive and marketing programs, emergency ride home programs, as well as transit subsidy and benefits programs is desired. The ability to manage partnerships with businesses, and local organizations is desired. The position may also involve support to ICF’s other communications, voluntary programs, and transportation projects, as well as business development. The position will require frequent travel in the NY metro region and may require some limited travel outside of the NY metro region.

To apply please visit https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?optlink-view=view-16563&ERFormID=newjoblist&ERFormCo

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DOMESTIC OUTREACH COORDINATOR, US CLIMATE ACTION NETWORK

US Climate Action Network is seeking a dynamic director of programs and outreach to the Network’s members. This is a newly created leadership position designed to work with the Executive Director, staff and Board of Directors to maximize our organization’s ability to operate successfully. It includes a variety of programmatic, operational and outreach responsibilities in the implementation and support of our programs requiring specific knowledge and skills. The successful candidate will be a key team member charged with meeting our growing needs as we transition to a larger organization with increased staff.

The primary job responsibility of the Domestic Outreach Director is to initiate, facilitate and coordinate network member support services, including briefings, conferences, and outreach to other climate change constituencies.

Specifically the Domestic Outreach Director will:
* Establish regular contact with and outreach to USCAN member organizations
* Design and implement regular briefings and conferences
* Direct logistics for conferences
* Work with Communications Director and Policy Director to ensure that network members have the information and support they need to engage in climate change policy;
* Strategize initiatives and programs that best meet the needs of the network membership
* Collaborate with other staff on various program and operational projects such as network communications and policy briefings.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have the following qualities, skills, and experience:
* Knowledge of climate change policy, programs and organizations
* General knowledge of program management procedures
* Experience working with a network or coalition of NGO’s
* Knowledge of policies and procedures specific to the requirements of a non-profit
* Strong desire to work for an environmental organization and/or non-profit
* Interest in carrying out organizational goals and visions
* Skilled in methods of outreach, communication and networking
* Logistical skills in planning and implementing conferences
* Is resourceful, able to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively
* Good team player, positive attitude
* Communicates clearly, respectfully, and warmly, both orally and in writing
* Demonstrates responsibility, dependability, and confidentiality in the performance of all job functions

Compensation is dependent on qualifications. Benefits provided.

Qualified applicants should submit a resume and brief cover letter via email to Peter Bahouth at jobs@.... Deadline for application is 5/22/2008.

About US Climate Action Network (USCAN)

USCAN is the largest US network of organizations focused on climate change. USCAN plays a critical role as the only network connecting organizations working on climate advocacy and policy development at all three levels of the debate: state/regional, federal, and international, all of which are becoming increasingly interdependent.

USCAN’s mission is to support and assist civil society organizations to influence the design and development of an effective, equitable and sustainable global strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure its implementation at international, national and local levels.

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DEVELOPMENT AND MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR, TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES

Transportation Alternatives seeks an experienced, outgoing, team-oriented and highly communicative livable streets enthusiast to serve as our Development and Membership Director. The ideal applicant is highly organized, entrepreneurial, and in possession of great writing skills, a deep affinity for New York City and strong motivation to fulfill Transportation Alternatives' mission "to reclaim New York City streets from the automobile and promote bicycling, walking and public transit as the best transportation alternatives." Prior experience in fundraising, grant writing and database oriented membership growth and maintenance is a must.

The D & M Director will be responsible for leading fundraising and membership campaigns, and executing events and outreach strategies to double T.A.'s 6,000 strong membership and greatly expand T.A.'s network of individual and foundation donors. The D & M Director will report directly to the Executive Director and work closely with T.A.'s Board of Directors, Advisory Council, Campaign staff and Events Director. T.A.'s Membership Coordinator/Bookkeeper and Volunteer Coordinator will both report to this senior level staffer.

The position will be competitively compensated. Benefits include paid vacation, health insurance coverage and retirement benefits and dental coverage. Transportation Alternatives is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample and three references to info@... with the subject line "D & M Director".
Deadline for Submissions is May 15.

Mail:
Transportation Alternatives
Re: D & M Director
127 West 26th Street, #1002
New York, NY 10001

Fax: 212-629-8334

Women and people of color encouraged to apply.

No phone calls or walk-ins please.

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OUTREACH COORDINATOR, PERIMETER TRANSPORTATION COALITION

This position's primary activities are to:
* Work with Perimeter area employers to initiate and develop employer-sponsored commute programs, such as subsidized transit, reserved carpool parking, vanpool programs, flex time, etc. Most of this work will be done with new clients, or those that have lapsed in their participation with the PTC.
* Design, market, and implement outreach strategies to the Perimeter market’s commuters that support the above effort.
* Provide administrative management to the programs that support this outreach.

For more detailed info on the PTC and this job, visit the PTC website at www.perimetergo.org/job.html
Additional Qualifications:
* Interest in sustainability, developing transportation options, smart-growth style development, improved air quality, etc.
* 1+ years work background in transportation, marketing, retail, or customer service
* Good public speaking and business writing skills
* Comfort and enjoyment in face-to-face promotional activities
* Self-starter with ability to self-direct and prioritize work activities, and manage multiple projects
* Enjoys working in a team; persistent, outgoing, organized, flexible, and can think well on their feet
* Knowledge Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; aptitude at learning new programs.

How to Apply:
Please reference idealist.org in your cover letter. If the right candidate is found earlier, this job may not remain open until its closing date. For detailed application instructions, visit the following website:

www.perimetergo.org/job.html

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MULTIPLE POSITIONS, CENTER FOR NEIGHBORHOOD TECHNOLOGY

SENIOR RESEARCH ANALYST

CNT is a 30-year old award-winning urban innovations sustainability laboratory, located in Chicago with a growing national and international practice. We seek to create and apply knowledge on the efficient use of resources that “brings home the benefits of sustainable development.” And we are committed to using the tools of public policy and public and private investment to make these benefits available at significant scale.

This position will be part of a cutting edge team that analyzes urban sustainability issues, designs and frames original research, and works to organize conventional and unconventional data in accessible ways to communicate the value of urban assets.

The successful candidate will:
* Conduct high level analysis, including modeling, data analysis, and production of reports to advance CNT’s urban practice and research agenda.
* Work with other nationally prominent teams, such as the Brookings Institution, Surface Transportation Policy Partnership, Center for Housing Policy, Center for Transit Oriented Development, Congress for a New Urbanism, Center for State Innovation, and leading for-profit firms,
* Help perform further research, dissemination, and consultation of CNT’s ground breaking Housing and Transportation Affordability Index, location efficiency valuation and related products, and
* Support other projects within CNT’s overall practice, which include urban economic development, transportation, energy efficiency, green infrastructure and climate change.

Qualifications:
The Senior Research Analyst will have:
* Masters degree in Environmental Studies, Urban Planning, Physical Sciences, Economics, or related field; or commensurate experience
* GIS experience considered a plus
* Five to ten years of experience in applied and/or action-oriented research, analysis, or related field(s);
* Strong research and analytical capabilities, including in-depth knowledge and experience of statistics, databases, modeling, and data analysis;
* Knowledge of policy and decision-making in the public arena, particularly in the arena of urban planning, environmental practices, transportation, and/or climate change
* Experience in partnering with other national organizations and working in the national arena
* Exceptional ability to problem solve, work independently, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a collaborative environment
* Understanding of housing, transportation, and urban practices and policy
* Skill in preparing research papers, policy analyses, and recommendations for potential clients, partners, and funders
* Experience leading teams and managing projects
* Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communications skills
* Flexibility and a sense of humor

Salary commensurate with experience
Please forward a resume and salary history.
Employment Policy

It is the policy of the Center for Neighborhood Technology that all employees are employed at the will of the Center for Neighborhood Technology. Continued employment is subject to funding availability and job performance.

Anti-Discrimination Policy

The Center for Neighborhood Technology is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age disability, veteran status, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

How to Apply:
To apply for this job, please send cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources
Center for Neighborhood Technology
2125 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Or email to HR@...

CNT is an Equal Opportunity Employer

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PLANNER

CNT is a 30-year old award-winning urban innovations sustainability laboratory, located in Chicago with a growing national and international practice. We seek to create and apply knowledge on the efficient use of resources that “brings home the benefits of sustainable development.” And we are committed to using the tools of public policy and public and private investment to make these benefits available at significant scale.

We seek a creative and innovative self-starter with experience in public policy, transportation and community development interested in joining a challenging, leading and collaborative team.

The successful candidate will:
* Perform transportation analysis of with emphasis on transportation policy and planning. In the coming year this includes helping State and local government and civic leaders manage assets productively in the face of fiscal and environmental challenges and prepare for significant emerging changes in federal policies;
* Perform research in the area of transportation and local economics(household, community and regional-level) to inform public policy;
* Conduct economic and land use analyses in support of community development proposals, with a particular focus on Transit-Oriented Development and New Urbanist-style developments;
* Analyze economic and financial data;
* Project management;
* Write reports, develop research summaries, and present findings; and
* Develop project proposals

Qualifications:
The Senior Planner will have:
* Masters degree in Urban Planning, Economics or related field
* 7-10 years of experience in transportation planning, transportation economics, transportation financing, market research and/or microeconomics
* Understanding of housing finance and/or urban development issues. Experience in helping design value capture systems through mechanisms such as tax-increment financing, special service areas, municipal bonds, or business improvement districts helpful.
* Ability to work with other nationally prominent teams, such as the Brookings Institution, Surface Transportation Policy Partnership, Center for Housing Policy, Center for Transit Oriented Development, Congress for a New Urbanism, Center for State Innovation, and leading for-profit firms
* Working knowledge of transportation analysis such as travel demand management or transit planning desirable
* Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Flexibility and a sense of humor

A preferred candidate is an organized, collaborative, and creative professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills. He or she will have the ability to anticipate issues, propose solutions and implement them successfully with flexibility, persistence and resilience, and to creatively work with partners, networks, and leaders, both nationally and in local areas.

Salary commensurate with experience.
Please forward a resume and salary history.

Employment Policy

It is the policy of the Center for Neighborhood Technology that all employees are employed at the will of the Center for Neighborhood Technology. Continued employment is subject to funding availability and job performance.

Anti-Discrimination Policy

The Center for Neighborhood Technology is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age disability, veteran status, or marital status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

How to Apply:
To apply for this job, please send cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources
Center for Neighborhood Technology
2125 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Or email to HR@...

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SENIOR PROGRAM ASSISTANT, TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH BOARD

The Transportation Research Board (TRB) is a unit of the National Research Council, a private, nonprofit institution that is the principal operating agency of the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Engineering. The Board's mission is to promote innovation and progress in transportation by stimulating and conducting research, facilitating the dissemination of information, and encouraging the implementation of research results.

The TRB Studies and Special Programs Division conducts policy studies at the request of the U.S. Congress, executive branch agencies, states and other sponsors; provides bibliographic databases of completed and ongoing research and a library; produces syntheses of current practices in highway, transit, airport and commercial truck and bus operations; and manages Innovations Deserving Exploratory Analysis (IDEA) programs in rail, truck, highway and transit operations.

The Senior Program Assistant for the IDEA program, performs clerical and administrative duties for assigned programs/projects under minimal supervision. Performs administrative tasks. Coordinates logistical and administrative aspects of meetings. Writes, edits, and formats routine correspondence. Interfaces with committee members and performs duties involving committee activities. May participate in research efforts including collection, assembly, and tabulation of data, as well as researching and summarizing literature.

This position provides medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, insurance, disability, and retirement and savings benefits. In addition, Academies-provided holidays, paid personal leave, transportation subsidies and generous education assistance ensure a healthy work/life balance. This appointment is currently scheduled to end in approximately 14 months.

Additional Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of administrative expereince. Working knowledge of Access, Excel, and Word mail merge. Good written, oral, and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees. Ability to work successfully in a team environment.

How to Apply:
Submit your profile at: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=NAS&cws=1&rid=6135

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TRANSPORTATION POLICY DIRECTOR, FRESH ENERGY

Position Summary
This position serves as the lead advocate in Fresh Energy’s transportation and transit policy program. This new initiative is an opportunity for a seasoned policy professional to work with legislators, regulators, and coalition partners to craft and advocate for long-term transportation and transit policy solutions. Our intent is to reduce global warming pollution, decrease our dependence on foreign oil, and advance smart growth.

Principal Responsibilities
* Create and manage the annual budget for the program.
* Plan program work including objectives, strategies, and tactics in order to meet or exceed promises to funders.
* In collaboration with the Development Director produce grant proposals and funding reports. Also, actively participate in the recruitment and stewardship of funders.
* Make written and oral presentations to policy makers, collaborators, community groups, and other parties that are key to the program’s mission and outreach function.
* In collaboration with the Communications Director, create and publish reports, white papers, web content, e-newsletters, and other program information.
* Work with the Media Relations director to optimize media coverage of the program’s goals, activities, and successes. This may include media interviews as well as writing op-ed pieces, and also includes the recruitment and training of effective messengers.
* Retain and manage program sub-contractors.
* Serve on the management team of the organization.

Fresh Energy is a St. Paul-based nonprofit founded in 1992 as Minnesotans for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ME3). The mission of Fresh Energy is to change public energy policy to realize our vision of a 21st century energy system that promotes health and independence. We do this through research, advocacy, communications, and collaboration with allies. See www.fresh-energy.org for further details.

Additional Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus seven years of directly related experience including experience in personnel and budget management, excellent writing and presentation skills, and proficiency in MS Office applications

How to Apply:
E-mail cover letter and resume to Bob Fitzwilliam, Deputy Director, at fitzwilliam@.... Or mail to Bob Fitzwilliam
Fresh Energy
408 St Peter St Ste 220
St Paul MN 55102-1125

NO TELEPHONE CALLS, PLEASE

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OPERATIONS COORDINATOR, COALITION FOR SMARTER GROWTH

The Coalition for Smarter Growth is looking for an individual who can ensure smooth office operations, administer our in house IT services, coordinate with our IT consultants, assist other staff with our advocacy, education and fundraising programs, manage our intern program, and assist with communication to our coalition partners. Our organization is at an exciting pivotal point as we implement new communication technologies which will energize our advocacy in DC metropolitan area. We are looking for a team player to maximize use of these technologies. This is a great opportunity to be at the center of the critical struggle to ensure the nation’s capital is the leader in smart growth.

Mission and History
The Coalition for Smarter Growth, an advocate of community oriented development since 1997, addresses the Washington, DC region’s key issues of where and how to grow. Our mission is to ensure that transportation and development decisions are made with genuine community participation and allow the region to accommodate growth while revitalizing communities, providing more housing and travel choices, and conserving our natural and historic areas. The Coalition was founded as and remains the central coordinating agent and voice of smart growth in Metropolitan Washington. Our goals include: focusing investment in towns and around transit stations; increasing transportation and housing choices; and ensuring vibrant neighborhood open space, agricultural lands and natural areas.

Role Description
The Operations Coordinator is an essential coordinating role and a central point of communications within the organization and works under the direction of the organization’s Managing Director. CSG is looking for someone available full time who is energetic, friendly, detail-oriented, technically confident and well-organized. This position requires leadership, initiative, and a forward-thinking attitude to manage various departmental tasks and concerns. The Operations Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the success of the Coalition’s communication, education, policy and development programs. The ideal candidate will be comfortable playing a fundamental role on a focused, effective, results-driven team.

Responsibilities will include:

IT Management (40%)
Maintain and update technology services for the office
* Maintain our network (Microsoft Small Business Server) and ISP server connection
* Coordinate computer and internet services with IT consultants
* Oversee and provide strategic technical solutions
* Coordinate with other staff to maintain contact, donor and media databases
* Assist website manager with technology solutions and maintenance
* Assist with electronic outreach activities

Program Support (25%)
Support Coalition staff in planning, implementing and evaluating programs, events and communication and advocacy efforts
* Support Directors, and other staff (scheduling meetings, material preparation and formatting, sending press releases, staffing and assisting with events, etc.)
* Coordinate our monthly meetings of Coalition partners and take minutes
* Manage and distribute our news digest and monthly e-newsletter
* Manage the internship program (explore needs, recruit, train, and assist)

Office Management & General Administrative (20%)
Ensure the office runs smoothly
* Order, monitor and maintain office equipment & supplies
* Maintain office organizational systems
* Serve as first point of contact for all queries
* Manage invoices, bills and donations and ensure they get to accounting team promptly

Fundraising (15%)
Support staff with elements of our fundraising program
* Assist with mailings and other donor communications
* Help coordinate fundraising events
* Process incoming donations

Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a commitment to the Coalition’s organizational mission. In addition we are looking for an individual with the following qualifications:

* Demonstrated experience using relevant technologies (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Microsoft Small Business Server, internet research tools, Google Maps, etc.) and electronic communications;
* Sharp attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
* Ability to perform in a multi-task environment and to prioritize work requirements
* Strong interpersonal communications skills, and ability to work closely with a variety of people
* Ability to adapt and accept additional or alternate assignments in a changing work environment
* Clear and concise writing skills
* Ability and willingness to work occasional evening and weekend hours
* Positive attitude, personal integrity, and sense of humor
* Flexibility and willingness to problem-solve

We would like to fill this position by the end of April.
Salary range is low to mid $30’s, depending on experience. Coalition for Smarter Growth provides a generous and flexible benefits package.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please email a resume and letter outlining your interest and qualifications to Alice Grabowski at: jobs [at] smartergrowth.net

For more information about the Coalition for Smarter Growth please visit: www.SmarterGrowth.net and www.washingtonregion.net.

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BICYCLING AMBASSADORS COORDINATOR, BICYCLE COALITION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA

The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is looking for a full time coordinator to create and implement our Bicycling Ambassadors program. Bicycling Ambassadors will encourage more people to bike, and bike safely, in Center City and University City.

Based on a successful program in Chicago, the Philadelphia Bicycling Ambassador Program coordinator will produce and distribute safety publications, give safety presentations and host urban cycling safety rides from local bike shops through the efforts of 8 street-based seasonal bicycling ambassadors. More information on the program is available at http://bicyclecoalition.org/ambassador.html.

Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia

Making bicycling better through advocacy and education, the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia (BCGP) promotes biking as a healthy, low-cost, and environmentally-friendly form of transportation and recreation. With a membership of 1,200, BCGP serves 1.2 million bicyclists in ten counties in Pennsylvania, NJ and Delaware.

Responsibilities
* The Project Coordinator will hire and train eight seasonal bicycling ambassadors, and retain primary responsibility for their attendance, performance and effectiveness in the field. The Coordinator will maintain regular written evaluations of seasonal ambassadors. Prior experience with staff management will be emphasized during the hiring process.
* The Project Coordinator will develop printed materials for distribution by bicycling ambassadors, create and execute presentations for area live audiences and, in the second year of the project’s implementation, adapt this presentation for online use and distribution. The Coordinator should consult the content expertise of the Bicycle Coalition and is encouraged to adapt the material of successful implementations of similar projects in Chicago, Portland and San Francisco. The Coordinator may also consult the technical expertise of the Project’s subcontractors where appropriate; ultimate responsibility for producing effective material with a consistent look and feel will rest with the Coordinator.
* The Project Coordinator will schedule meetings and prepare meeting minutes for the Project Steering Committee, and facilitate the transfer of information between the Bicycle Coalition, the field office of this project at University City District, and members of the Committee.
* Coordinator will manage the budget of this project in conjunction with Bicycle Coalition Executive Director, normalizing all expenses and reimbursements with regard to the guidelines set forth in this application and the attached budget.
* The Coordinator will report directly to the Executive Director.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:
* A strong commitment to BCGP’s mission
* Prior bicycle safety certification preferred; willingness to obtain it is required.
* One or more years of experience in people / project management, marketing, prior hands-on event management experience a plus
* Experience supervising hourly staff
* Excellent writing and presentation skills
* A flexible schedule and willingness to work four weekend days a month from May to October
* The ability to self-direct, organize their time wisely and multi-task in a small fun environment
* Experience with Microsoft Office

Benefits include flexible schedule, vacation, sick and personal leave, and health insurance. Compensation: $30,000 to $40,000, depending on qualifications. This position is full-time, year-round for the duration of the Bicycling Ambassadors contract, which currently runs until the end of 2010, but may be extended if the program is successful and additional funding is found, or if other suitable opportunities become available within the Coalition.

Position available June 1, 2008. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

The Bicycle Coalition is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex or age.

How to Apply:
Send a one- or two-page letter describing why you are the person for the job with a resume to the email address above or to:
Alex Doty, Executive Director, BCGP, 100 S Broad St Suite 1355, Philadelphia PA 19110.

Position available June 1, 2008. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

The Bicycle Coalition is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, sex or age.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, BIKES NOT BOMBS

Bikes Not Bombs is seeking an Executive Director to provide leadership, vision, and sound management to build on BNB’s 24 years of history spearheading initiatives that promote sustainable communities through international and Boston-based programming. The successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter with substantial management experience in youth development, international development or nonprofit social change organizations, and be driven by a deep commitment to social justice. The Executive Director will manage staff, ensure program quality, oversee fundraising (assisted by two fundraising staff), manage BNB’s relationships with community partners and lead efforts to expand its reach. The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of Directors and will work closely with the board and its committees to oversee the organization’s sound financial and programmatic existence. The Executive Director will be responsible for elaborating and implementing successful strategies for program development with assistance provided by the BNB board and staff; developing a long-term financial plan; and building new strategic partnerships that further the mission of the organization. BNB’s annual operating budget is $1,000,000, about 50% of which comes from our retail bike shop.

About the Organization
Bikes Not Bombs (BNB) began in 1984 as a campaign in support of the people of Nicaragua, and in opposition to the U.S. military intervention there. To date, we have shipped over 30,000 donated bicycles to projects in the Global South, where they are fixed and sold to provide capital to establish bicycle shops, create permanent jobs, provide people with affordable means of sustainable transportation, and support youth development programs, disabled people’s organizing campaigns and appropriate technology centers. In Boston, BNB runs a integrated set of youth development programs that teach young people to build, maintain, and safely ride bikes, while developing critical thinking and leadership skills, and an understanding of social justice issues. BNB also operates a full-service bike shop. The shop houses an advanced vocational training program and repairs customer bikes, and sells completely refurbished used bikes. BNB advocates for alternative transportation and creates opportunities for adults and youth to interact in a positive, multi-racial peace-building environment.

Responsibilities
* Responsible for oversight of all of BNB programs and operations (including fiscal and staff management, fundraising and program development).
* Responsible for creating and building on existing initiatives that promote our strategic mission both locally and internationally.
* Supervising 7 senior employees, as well as consultants and volunteers.
* Representing BNB to the public, media, and government and developing productive partnerships.

Specific Responsibilities

Administration
* Recruits, hires, trains, and evaluates employees of the organization.
* Develops job descriptions and work assignments, and administers personnel policies, including the ongoing development of an environment that welcomes people from a wide variety of race, class, gender, age, and sexual orientation backgrounds.
* Establishes and maintains an organizational calendar that coordinates all projects, events, and fundraising initiatives.
* Establishes and oversees sound financial management practices. (Oversees fiscal matters such as creating and monitoring budgets, authorizing payroll, expenses and reimbursements, accounting for revenue, and supervising bookkeeper).
* Oversees property and facility maintenance and implements standard safety procedures and accident reporting for offices, teaching space, and bike shop.
* Oversees and approves the production of all outreach materials, including newsletter, fundraising solicitations, special events announcements and invitations, educational materials, and website content, etc.
* Represents BNB to press and external community agencies and partners.
* Oversees sound business management of retail bike shop, while ensuring alignment with BNB mission.

Program Development and Evaluation
* Ensures that programs are diversified, innovative, and meet the identified needs and interests of the organization's constituents in alignment with the BNB mission.
* Considers new programming opportunities and partnerships according to board guidance, mission, and goals of strategic plan, grounded in strong sense of financial viability.
* Oversees the implementation of qualitative and quantitative data collection to contribute to ongoing internal and periodic external evaluations.
* Works to strengthen vocational training program within the retail bike shop.

Fundraising
Works with the Development Team to:
* Establish annual and long-range fundraising strategy.
* Oversee grant proposal submission and reporting.
* Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders including donors, other youth organizations, international organizations, other bike groups, the City of Boston, and others as needed.
* Ensuring successful completion of building fund campaign

Board
* Coordinates meetings and provides support for the Board of Directors and all of its committees and their activities.
* Supports the board in setting, clarifying, and evaluating organizational goals and objectives, including implementation of a strategic plan.

Required Qualifications:
* 5+ years experience in a management level position, preferably as an executive director
* Commitment to social, environmental, and economic justice
* Management experience in finance, operations and staff/volunteer supervision
* Strong, vision, leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to manage relationships with board members, donors, funders, and staff
* Experience with budget development and expense management
* Experience working directly with youth
* Excellent communication, including written, public speaking, and presentation skills
* The ability to juggle multiple competing priorities simultaneously, and boundless enthusiasm and tenacity
* Appreciation for the relationship between overseas community development and local grassroots community development
* Comfortable with word processing, spreadsheets and database management
* Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in fulfilling BNB’s commitment to increasing diversity at all levels of our organization

Additional Qualifications:
* BA/BS degree in a relevant subject
* Passion for bikes; past or current bike commuter
* Ability to speak second language, such as Spanish (preferred)
* Retail or small business management experience

BNB offers a competitive benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color especially encouraged to apply.For more information about our organization please visit www.bikesnotbombs.org.

Target Start Date: July 21, 2008

How to Apply:
Please submit cover letter and resume to:
Bikes Not Bombs Hiring Committee
EDSearch@...
no calls please.
Resumes will be considered on a rolling basis.

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COMPUTER TECH SUPPORT (MAC SPECIALIST), WALKBOSTON

Boston nonprofit seeks hourly tech support for our mac-based operations including help with purchasing and setting up new equipment and occasional troubleshooting.

WalkBoston is dedicated to improving walking conditions across Massachusetts and promoting walking for transportation, health and vibrant communities.

How to Apply:
Please contact Elisabeth D'Angelo at info@... for more information

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MULTIPLE POSITIONS, VARIOUS MPOs
http://www.ampo.org/employment/index.php

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MULTIPLE POSITIONS, FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
Visit http://www.fta.dot.gov/about/employment/5775_ENG_HTML.htm

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MULTIPLE POSITIONS, WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Visit http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/employment/jobs.htm

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#3553 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Thu May 8, 2008 10:24 pm
Subject: FT job - San Francisco Bicycle Coalition - Membership and Development Assistant ashaweinstei...
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San Francisco Bicycle Coalition is hiring
The SFBC is looking for a highly motivated, talented individual to support SFBC's growing membership and development programs in the role of Membership and Development Assistant.

Learn more: www.sfbike.org/?jobs

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#3554 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Thu May 8, 2008 10:28 pm
Subject: Fellowship for practitioners to research urban issues in Europe ashaweinstei...
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Urban policy fellowship opportunity: apply by June 1

The German Marshall Fund of the United States is pleased to announce fellowships through its Comparative Domestic Policy program. Fellows will be selected from individuals and leaders working in urban policy, the nonprofit sector, city government, etc. and will be awarded a stipend of up to $10,000 per month for 2-6 months. U.S. candidates would be based in Europe, beginning in the fall of 2008, and would have an opportunity to research approaches to an urban or regional challenge confronted by both American and European cities and regions.

Learn more: www.gmfus.org/template/page.cfm?page_id=212

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#3555 From: Dayana Salazar <dayana.salazar@...>
Date: Thu May 8, 2008 11:11 pm
Subject: AMBAG Internship Announcement dsalazar1365
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Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments (AMBAG)
445 Reservation Road, Suite G
P.O. Box 809
Marina, CA 93933-0809
http://www.ambag.org

PLANNING INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Part-Time 19hrs/week
$12.13 - $16.32/hr

The Association of Monterey Area Governments is seeking an intern to work under the direction of the Director of Planning. The intern position may perform planning, administrative, or other related work in support of agency plans, programs, and projects including, but not limited to: compilation and analysis of land use, roads and transportation, economic activities, demographics, water and air quality, geographic systems information; utilizes data processing and computer programs; makes comparative studies; develops reports; provides routine information to the public; prepares maps, art, and diagrams; assists in project proposal development; prepares environmental review summaries; prepares forecasts; assists in citizen participation activities; and performs related work as needed.

The following skills, knowledge & abilities are highly desirable:

Knowledge of AMBAG’s role and responsibilities as a regional planning agency
Knowledge of planning theory and practice
Research skills
Organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication
Positive attitude
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, and able to quickly learn other computer software applications
Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports.
Ability to compile and analyze data for assigned projects.

Interns may assist Planning staff in the following ways:

Research and development of plans, reports and memoranda
Communication with local city and county staff, community business representatives and the public
Organizing and attending events and meetings
Representing AMBAG in a positive manner on the phone and in writing.

Position open until filled

For more information contact Katie Axt at AMBAG: (831)883-3750
To apply: e-mail your resume and cover letter to kaxt@...

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#3556 From: Dayana Salazar <dayana.salazar@...>
Date: Thu May 8, 2008 11:12 pm
Subject: Announcement: Urban planning part-time instructors needed at San Jos� State University dsalazar1365
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Announcement: Urban planning part-time instructors needed at San Jos� State University’s Urban Planning Department to teach:

- Community Planning Studio
- Communications Skills for Planners

The Urban and Regional Planning Department at San Jos� State University is searching for part-time faculty to teach urban planning classes in the Fall 2008 semester. Please see below for a description of the classes and application procedures.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS FOR PLANNERS (UrbP 213)

This graduate-level course teaches urban planning students how to prepare high-quality written documents and oral presentations. The class is taught in a hands-on style, using real-world writing and speaking exercises relevant to planning professionals.

This course will be offered in Fall 2008 on Mondays, from 4:00 - 6:45 p.m.

The ideal candidate will have:

- Excellent writing and public speaking skills.

- Experience teaching writing and/or public speaking.

- Experience working as a professional planner or in a profession with similar writing and speaking standards, such as public policy.

- Experience writing research reports that comply with both professional and academic citation practices.

- A master’s degree (required).

In addition, the instructor must agree to work with the current instructor of the course to design the class so that it follows closely the assignments and readings currently being taught in UrbP 213 (see http://www.sjsu.edu/faculty/weinstein.agrawal/urbp213.htm).

COMMUNITY PLANNING STUDIO (UrbP 201)

Urban Planning 201 is a graduate-level studio course for urban planning students that employs fieldwork and laboratory assignments to teach the theories and techniques of urban analysis used to identify the assets, problems, and opportunities of a community. Employing a systematic urban planning process, students synthesize the issues inherent in complex, real world situations so that the problems and their solutions are meaningful to the client community.

The class also teaches students to:

- Employ a collaborative planning process to develop a plan in partnership with community stakeholders.

- Communicate effectively through writing, speaking, and visual materials.

- Work effectively as members and leaders of diverse planning teams.

Two sections of this course will be offered in Fall 2008. One section will meet on Wednesday, 4:00 to 10:00 p.m., and the other will met on Fridays, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Both classes will have a 30 minute break in the middle.)

The ideal candidate will have:

- A master’s degree in urban planning or a closely related field (required).

- Significant professional experience in urban planning.

- Experience working with community stakeholders in urban planning projects.

- Some teaching experience.

The department has potential community planning projects to suggest for this course, but instructors are also invited to propose a project.

TO APPLY:

Please submit:

1. A statement explaining the class you wish to teach and your qualifications for the position.

2. A resume.

3. The names and contact information for three references who will be available in mid-June, and a signed, original letter from you stating that the department may contact these references to ask about your qualifications.

4. A sample of your professional writing (professional reports, plans, staff reports, articles for professional journals, etc.).

Please submit your application by mail to:

Dayana Salazar, Chair
Urban and Regional Planning Department
San Jos� State University
San Jos�, CA 95192-0185

If you have questions about the positions, please contact Professor Salazar at dayana.salazar@... or 408-924-5854.

Review of applications will begin on June 6, 2008.

THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Urban and Regional Planning offers graduate study leading to the degree of Master of Urban Planning. This program, accredited by the Planning Accreditation Board, is designed to prepare skilled professionals who are well grounded in the theories, methods, and techniques of planning in local, regional, and state government for the purpose of improving the quality of urban regions. In addition, it provides students with an opportunity for developing a significant background in a particular area of specialization. A special mission of the department is to promote planning education opportunities for a diverse student population, including working students who prefer to attend the program on a part-time basis.

For further information about the Urban and Regional Planning Department, please visit our website:
http://www.sjsu.edu/urbanplanning

THE UNIVERSITY:

San Jos� State University is California’s oldest institution of public higher learning. The campus is located on the southern end of San Francisco Bay in downtown San Jos�, hub of the world-famous Silicon Valley high-technology research and development center. Many of California’s most popular national, recreational, and cultural attractions are conveniently close. A member of the 23-campus CSU system, San Jos� State University enrolls approximately 30,000 students, a significant percentage of whom are members of minority groups. The University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty so our disciplines, students and the community can benefit from multiple ethnic and gender perspectives.

SJSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the bases of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or covered veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty, and staff as well as University programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are made for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The latest San Jos� State University Safety 101 Uniform Campus Crime and Security Report is available. You may request a copy of San Jos� State University’s annual safety report by contacting the University Police Department at (408) 924-2222 or by visiting the website at www.sjsu.edu/safetyreport.

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#3557 From: "ramses madou" <ramsesmadou@...>
Date: Sat May 10, 2008 4:02 am
Subject: New York Times article on expanding transit ridership from tonight FRONT PAGE!! ramsesmadou
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A New York Times front page article on growing mass transit ridership!!For all of us transit dorks this should be pretty exciting. Link below.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/10/business/10transit.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1&hp

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#3558 From: "CSU Alumni at Gostate.org" <alumni@...>
Date: Sat May 10, 2008 8:22 pm
Subject: 'STUDENTS FOR CSU SAN JOSE STATE' - Official SJSU Student Group Established michaelch7
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‘STUDENTS FOR CSU SAN JOSE STATE’

ESTABLISHED AS OFFICIAL SJSU STUDENT ORGANIZATION

SAN JOSE, CA (May 10, 2008) – A group of San Jose State student activists has made history by securing official SJSU recognition of the Students for CSU San Jose State, an organization dedicated to restoring a California State University (CSU) identity at San Jose State, which is the founding campus of the CSU system.

To visit the group's official university website, please click here: Students for CSU San Jose State

Not surprisingly, the SJSU website doesn't work properly, so if you want to become a member of the official group, please email csustudents@... and/or join our Yahoo Group:

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/CSUstudentsSanJose

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#3559 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Sat May 10, 2008 9:35 pm
Subject: FT job - Bay Area - Environmental Science Associates - Project Manager / Planner ashaweinstei...
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== SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER/ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNER
May 06, 2008 -- Environmental Science Associates,
California
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#3560 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Sat May 10, 2008 9:36 pm
Subject: FT job - Pasadena, CA - SWCA Environmental Consultants - Architectural Historian / Historian ashaweinstei...
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== ARCHITECTURAL HISTORIAN/HISTORIAN
May 05, 2008 -- SWCA Environmental Consultants,
California
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#3561 From: "J" <j282@...>
Date: Fri May 16, 2008 10:11 pm
Subject: Graduation Happy Hour in SF 5/23 j282
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The last happy hour we had in SF at Zeitgeist went pretty well so I
thought we should do another one in honor of all those graduating. The
dept. graduation ceremony is Saturday so we could meet in San
Francisco the night before, Friday the 23rd at around 6pm.

Zeitgeist, which has a beer garden, was pretty packed at 6 but cleared
out a good bit by 7. Its pretty central to BART (civic center or 16th
st) and close to all the Market St. transit. For all those driving,
shame on you!!!! Just kidding. Sorry, I just couldn't resist.

If you have other suggestions for locations let us know. Outdoor
locations are always nicer.

Jim Frank

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#3562 From: Noren Caliva <emprs176@...>
Date: Mon May 19, 2008 6:24 pm
Subject: Internship Opportunity - Sunnyvale emprs176
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Planning Summer Casual Part Time or Full time Intern Position � City of Sunnyvale, CA

Terms of Hiring: This is a temporary casual position for the summer months (June through August), but future part time work beyond summer may also be available. The position is for full time (40 hours per week), but part time (at least 20 hours) will also be considered. The pay rate ($15 - $20) is set at the time of hire based on City of Sunnyvale�s salary guidelines, education level, and experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works with and applies the basic principles and practices of urban planning.
Assists staff planners with current planning applications as well as advanced planning projects.
Assists in the preparation of various planning documents, public presentation, and dissemination of planning materials and information.
Assists in basic data collection systems and research; compiles and analyzes data; independent research projects will be assigned periodically.
Assists with maps, charts, drawings, and exhibits using general and industry-specific software and equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

� Knowledge of basic techniques and concepts of urban planning.

� Familiarity with basic research techniques.

� Ability to analyze facts and exercise judgment in arriving at conclusions.

� Ability to write and communicate concisely and effectively.

� Basic computer skills should include MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.

� Advanced computer skills may include (not required) ArcView GIS, graphics, and web pages.

� Works effectively with City staff, contractors, consultants, administrators, other governmental agencies, and the general public.

� Applies principles of good customer service.

QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates who have completed at least one year of college in an urban planning, architecture, environmental science, landscape architecture, geography, or closely related field. A college senior or a graduate student is highly desirable.

Please e-mail resume to alee@.... Position is open until filled. First screening is scheduled for May 27, 2008.

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#3563 From: "Taryn Hanano" <taryn.hanano@...>
Date: Mon May 19, 2008 11:15 pm
Subject: UPC Elections TOMORROW at 6:00PM thanano99
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UPC Elections will be held tomorrow at 6pm in the URBP department
office.  We know everyone is busy with the end of the year finals, but
please let Marian (viamarian@...) or myself
(taryn.hanano@...) know by tomorrow at 5pm if you are still
interested in running for a position. We will still hold elections
tomorrow for the candidates who have turned all their paperwork in.
Even if you are not running for a position, please stop in and place
your vote! Thank you and we hope to see you there!

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#3564 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Tue May 20, 2008 4:25 pm
Subject: 3 jobs - San Jose - Santa Clara VTA - transportation planning ashaweinstei...
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Hello MURPs readers,

An FYI that VTA currently has positions open for a:

- Transportation Planner I
- Transportation Planner II
- Transportation Planning Manager

More details are posted at http://www.vta.org/jobs/postings.

Best regards,

Asha W. Agrawal

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Asha Weinstein Agrawal
Assistant Professor
Department of Urban and Regional Planning
San Jos� State University
One Washington Square
San Jose, CA 95192-0185
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phone: 408-924-5853; fax: 408-924-5872
web page: http://www.sjsu.edu/faculty/weinstein.agrawal/
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#3565 From: Asha Agrawal <asha.weinstein.agrawal@...>
Date: Tue May 20, 2008 4:31 pm
Subject: FT job - San Jose? - Lenders for Community Development - Affordable Housing Loan Program Director ashaweinstei...
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----- Forwarded by Asha Agrawal/SJSU on 05/20/2008 09:28 AM -----

Affordable Housing Loan Program Director position information

Lenders for Community Development is currently seeking a highly qualified Program Director to lead its successful Affordable Housing Loan Program. . Reporting directly to the Vice President of Programs, this position has primary responsibility for managing LCD’s loan programs focused on affordable housing and community facilities, including marketing, underwriting, loan administration, and strategy and general management. The Program Director will manage a staff of 2 (Underwriting Consultant and Loan Administrator), as well as cultivate and manage relationships with a wide variety of external stakeholders (affordable housing developers, other non-profit borrowers, banks, government agencies, and foundations). This position is an excellent opportunity for a bright and motivated individual looking to join an entrepreneurial and high-performing team in a fun and flexible work environment. “

If you or anyone in your network is interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please contact Erin Reedy from Commongood Careers at ereedy@....
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOAN PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Organizational Overview: Lenders for Community Development (LCD) is a non-profit financial institution that helps people who are working to build financial, personal and shared assets in low-income communities. We provide financial products, services and training which our customers use to transform their own lives and to better their communities. With a staff of 25+ people and an annual operating budget of almost $4 million, LCD has award winning programs that have a 15 year track record of helping thousands of clients and directing over $100 million into low-income communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.

LCD’s Affordable Housing Loan Program manages over $35 million in funds for multi-family housing, homeownership projects, homeless and transitional housing, and other community facilities, like child care centers and social service agencies. LCD partners with banks, the Sobrato Family Foundation, and the Housing Trust of Santa Clara County to provide capital on affordable housing and community facilities projects that help build community assets. LCD primarily provides early stage financing and flexible subordinated gap financing – including predevelopment, land acquisition and construction gap loans – when conventional lenders cannot provide necessary financing. LCD’s Affordable Housing Loan Program team consists of: Program Director, Underwriting Consultant, and Loan Administrator.

Position Summary: Lenders for Community Development is currently seeking a highly qualified Program Director to lead its successful Affordable Housing Loan Program. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Programs, this position has primary responsibility for managing LCD’s loan programs focused on affordable housing and community facilities, including marketing, underwriting, loan administration, and strategy and general management. The Program Director will manage a staff of 2 (Underwriting Consultant and Loan Administrator), as well as cultivate and manage relationships with a wide variety of external stakeholders (affordable housing developers, other non-profit borrowers, banks, government agencies, and foundations). This position is an excellent opportunity for a bright and motivated individual looking to join an entrepreneurial and high-performing team in a fun and flexible work environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Strategy & General Management: Set goals and execute strategies for deployment of $35 million in available capital to finance affordable housing and community facilities:
♦ Manage all program activities to achieve program goals – including primary responsibility for marketing and staff management
♦ Manage all program-related external relationships – including with borrowers, loan capital providers, loan committee members, and bank loan servicing providers
♦ Enhance and grow AH Loan Program by designing new products or improving existing ones work in collaboration with Executive Director and work with the Chief Financial Officer to seek new sources of flexible capital
♦ Provide support to Development Department in interacting with program funders
Marketing: Understand and execute marketing strategy to best respond to potential borrower needs:
♦ Cultivate existing relationships with current and former LCD borrowers to make sure products meet ongoing financing needs
♦ Market loan programs to potential new borrowers
♦ Continually understand changing financing needs of affordable housing developers that can inform product development process
Underwriting: Oversee underwriting for 5 loan pools and 12-20 transactions per year:
♦ Work with Underwriting Consultant and borrowers to prepare credit analysis on new loan requests
♦ Underwrite predevelopment, land acquisition and construction gap loans as needed
♦ Manage relationship with Affordable Housing loan committee, including providing continuous education about LCD programs and maintaining membership
Loan Administration & Reporting: Oversee loan administration and reporting for 5 loan pools and outstanding portfolio of 40-50 loans:
♦ Supervise Loan Administrator in handling of loan closings, portfolio management and reporting
♦ Manage relationships with loan servicing banks and external loan capital sources, including problem solving and identifying process improvements as needed
♦ Strengthen and maintain risk grading system and annual portfolio review
♦ Work with Finance team to ensure smooth shared responsibility for reporting and compliance to bank pool participants, government agencies and other stakeholders

Qualifications: The ideal candidate possesses the following qualities:
♦ Three or more years of relevant real estate experience, including affordable housing or other real estate development, real estate lending experience, etc., with strong knowledge of the various public and private sources of financing available to developers of affordable housing and community facilities
♦ Commitment to affordable housing, community-based economic development and wealth creation for low income communities, with knowledge of community development financial institutions
♦ Ability to take full responsibility for developing and implementing an annual department plan and proven track record in a supervisory role
♦ Ability to prioritize and work under pressure to meet short deadlines
♦ Self-starter, with flexibility and a willingness to learn
♦ Superior communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills
♦ Ability to travel locally to meet with customers, attend industry conferences or trainings and ensure that LCD is represented at appropriate events
♦ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

To Apply: Please email your resume with a thoughtful cover letter, stating how your background and qualifications meet the requirements of this position and how you heard about the position, both in Word format, to Anthony Chang at lcd@..., with subject line “Affordable Housing Loan Program Director.”

To learn more about Lenders for Community Development, please visit www.l4cd.com.

LCD’s principal offices are in San Jose, with a satellite office in San Francisco.

Salaries are commensurate with experience and include an attractive benefits package.

LCD is an equal opportunity employer.

About Commongood Careers: Lenders for Community Development has partnered with Commongood Careers to conduct the search for an Affordable Housing Loan Program Director. Commongood Careers (www.cgcareers.org/) is a nonprofit search service that connects talented individuals to organizations that are dedicated to creating positive social change. Founded and staffed by nonprofit professionals, Commongood Careers offers personalized, engaged services to jobseekers and organizations throughout the hiring process, as well as access to a wealth of knowledge about nonprofit careers.

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