Greetings, Women in Planning and Development!

Last year was all about broadening our membership. We more than tripled our numbers in 2007/2008 and are now larger than we've ever been! The 2008/2009 WP+D Board is dedicated to providing you with expanded opportunities for networking and leadership.

Committee participation is a great way to develop deeper relationships with fellow WP+D members and to build your leadership skills.

Our Professional Development Committee is hard at work finalizing the annual Professional Development Series in September. The four-week series offers an opportunity to be certified in property management, a valuable skill for those looking to manage a rental property, including many of our affordable housing professionals and individuals. Space is limited, so keep in touch!

Our Programs Committee is focusing this year's events on the Burnham Plan Centennial Celebration. Four speaker events will focus on the Burnham Plan and related topics. Building and site tours may be included, with a boat cruise as the series finale.

Our Membership Committee has been working to increase our responsiveness to members within the limitations of an all-volunteer organization. Suggestions for easy-to-manage membership database software would be much appreciated!

Our Outreach Committee is moving ahead with a design for an entry garden for our outreach partner, Polaris Charter Academy. Volunteer designers and gardeners are encouraged to get involved over the next month to lend their expertise to this exciting project.

Our Marketing Committee is brand new! We look forward to all of their great ideas and streamlined WP+D communications.

Email us anytime to say how you would like to get involved in a way that fits your interests!

Best,

Sarah Wiebenson, WP+D President