Doral Hires Iler Planning Group to Develop Innovative “Green” Master Plan
The City of Doral has hired Iler Planning Group, the state-wide leader in green master planning, to develop a city-wide approach to reduction in greenhouse gasses.
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, April 9, 2008 (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) – The City of Doral, located in Miami-Dade County with a population of approximately 35,000, has hired Iler Planning Group (IPG) to develop the City’s first Green Master Plan. Recognizing the global consequences of local actions, the Green Plan will develop strategies for reducing the City’s contribution to global warming. The plan is to be completed in September 2008, coinciding with the American Planning Association’s Florida Conference. During the conference, Doral’s Green Plan will be presented by City Staff and Iler Planning Group at a session on green master planning and community sustainability.
In recent years, local governments have begun to recognize their responsibility to be stewards of the environment by joining the frontlines of the battle against global climate change. The City of Doral has embraced this position, and proven their commitment to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by signing the Mayor’s Climate Protection Agreement and embarking on a first-of-its-kind Green Master Plan to guide their operations and community growth.
The goal of minimizing negative impacts to the air, land and water will be central to the plan. In order to achieve this goal, the Green Plan will formulate strategies for updating the City of Doral’s comprehensive plan and land development regulations to incorporate green building practices for private development, and by modifying City operations to minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
“Environmental programs cannot be viewed as isolated initiatives. Our Green Plan presents opportunities to create an interconnected, city-wide approach with long range solutions,” says Henry Iler, AICP, president and principal of IPG. “Doral’s Green Plan will incorporate progressive measures to guide the City’s operations and future development in an environmentally responsible manner, and help the City realize its goal of being a premier location to live, work, and play.”
About Iler Planning Group
IPG is a locally recognized firm providing planning, community visioning, and urban design services throughout Florida. IPG is the largest sole planning firm in South Florida and a leader in Green Planning, helping communities reduce greenhouse gas emissions and do more to conserve resources. At the core of IPG’s success has been a dedication to feasible and successful planning; a desire to improve communities; and a commitment to protecting the planet and the environment. For more information please visit www.ipgplan.com.
Contact
Zach Graeve, Marketing Manager
Iler Planning Group
Harbour Point Plaza
11000 Prosperity Farms Road, Suite 206
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
www.ipgplan.com - 561 626 7067 | 561 626 5292 fax