In this issue: AIA seeks applications for sustainable design assessments New Section 4(f) policy paper Federal resources for Sustainable Rural Communities AIA seeks applications for sustainable design assessments The American Institute of Architects (AIA) seeks communities that can demonstrate the capacity to convene a diverse set of community leaders and stakeholders for an intensive, collaborative planning process focused on long-term sustainability. Funded communities receive pro bono services and funding up to $15,000. A cash match of $5,000 is required. Applications are due November 16, 2012. For more information and to see examples of project reports, which often include a focus on historic resources, visit the AIA website. New Section 4(f) policy paper The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has published a new Section 4(f) Policy Paper. It has been substantially revised in response to changes in Section 4(f) law under SAFETEA-LU and the FHWA/FTA Section 4(f) regulations that were issued in 2008. The Policy Paper will be followed by FHWA when approving the use of land from publicly owned parks, recreation areas, wildlife refuges, and public or private historic sites for highway projects. Webinars will be scheduled in the fall to introduce the paper and address questions. For more information contact MaryAnn Naber at 202-3662060. Federal resources for Sustainable Rural Communities The federal Partnership for Sustainable Communities released a new publication, Federal Resources for Sustainable Rural Communities. Three federal agencies--the Departments of Housing and Urban Development and Transportation, along with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency--came together in 2009 to create the Partnership for Sustainable Communities to help places around the country develop in more environmentally and economically sustainable ways. To guide its work, the Partnership developed six livability principles: Provide more transportation choices; Promote equitable, affordable housing; Enhance economic competitiveness; Support existing communities; Coordinate and leverage federal policies and investment; Value communities and neighborhoods. September 1-7, 2012 Recent HPD activities September 10 - Staff will make presentations for the Grantville Historic Preservation Commission and the Grantville Mayor and City Council meeting about local historic districts and the Certified Local Government Program September 11 - Staff will present and attend meetings of the Madison Historic Preservation Commission and the Madison City Council. September 12-13 - Staff will attend the Georgia Forward 2012 forum in Athens September 14 - HPD will host the fall meeting of the Georgia Alliance of Preservation Commissions at the division offices in Atlanta. September 14 - Staff will conduct a grant site visit to see the completed work at the historic Hill House which received a 2010 Georgia Heritage Grant for $20,000 for stabilization/rehabilitation of the exterior. The house is part of Andalusia, Flannery O'Connor's historic farm near Milledgeville. Upcoming HPD-sponsored events September 19-21 - Georgia Municipal Cemetery Association Annual Conference - Decatur October 5 - Georgia Centennial Farm Awards - Historic Preservation Division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources; Georgia Farm Bureau Federation; Georgia Department of Agriculture; Georgia Forestry Commission; Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter and Georgia EMC - Perry October 10-12 - Section 106:Agreement Documents - National Preservation Institute - Atlanta October 16-18 - It's Time to Join the Voices: Sustainability & Southern Historic Preservation Conference Atlanta - HPD contact is Roy Edwards 404-463-8434 October 25 - Section 106 Training for Certified Local Governments sponsored by NPS/ACHP/HPD and City of Decatur - DeKalb History Center Decatur - contact Leigh Burns This week's new calendar listings Check our online Calendar for complete listings. September 15 - Historical Marker Dedication: 2nd Atlanta International Pop Festival - Georgia Historical Society - Byron September 16 - Buena Vista National Register District with Kristen Morales Athens Heritage Walks - Athens September 18 - Navy Supply School/Normal School and UGA Health Sciences Campus with Danny Sniff Athens Heritage Walks - Athens September 18 - Lunch & Learn: Change and Transformation in the Courts of DeKalb County in the 1980s DeKalb History Center - Decatur October 20 - Black Pot Cookin' at Shields-Ethridge Heritage Farm Jefferson October 20-21 - Annual Fort Daniel Frontier Fair - Gwinnett Archaeological Research Society - Hog Mountain Available grants National Trust Preservation Fund Applications due October 1. Send submissions and questions to Helen Talley-McRae Subscribe to our enewsletters. 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