From the Private Sector, I am seeing some communities that are proceeding with funding planning projects in anticipation of future days when implementation...
What you are seeing is a proactive approach, which Indiana communities just can't get into (we're more reactive here) -- maybe if I tell them South Dakota is...
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Patrick H. Wyss
patw@...
Dec 3, 2008 10:25 pm
Yes, that's a great approach. FYI: My company works all over the USA, so I was actually referring to some agencies in other regions too. Thanks, Pat Patrick...
One of the Private Practice Division's sessions for the APA Conference in Minneapolis is "Using Planning Consultants During Lean Times". Ironically, the times...
KK, I will be in Minnepolis and depending on when the session is could be available if you needed me. I am already doing two sessions so not pushing on this...
KK - I will be in Minneapolis and could be interested and available depending upon the timing. I will check regarding any of my clients if I wind up being on...
A Special Invitation After the PPD Business meeting, you are invited to join PPD member Peter Bruce on a 30- minute to 1 hour (your choice) tour of the ...
Greetings, APA-PPD members! Survey In today's often-challenging work environment, the APA Private Practice Division seeks your thoughts on the following: 1....
FYI -- In light of our current economic times, APA has added a roundtable on becoming a sole proprietor to the schedule for the National Conference. AICP...
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Ramona K. Mullahey
ramonamullahey@...
Apr 13, 2009 8:12 am
Its at least an opportunity to share lessons learned and, hopefully, invite people to join PPD to network with others with expertise! _____ From:...
1. How is your professional practice today? In good shape. 2. What services/assistance do you need to thrive in lean times? Networking opportunities with...
Good Morning - I have set up a one-person planning consultancy and I need to obtain professional liability insurance. Would you or someone at APA have any ...
Aloha, PPD members. Maryanne Starr Garber of Drinker Biddle & Reath is looking to retain a certified professional planner to serve as an expert witness in...
Private Practice Division Members -- We thought you might be interested in what is being planed for next year's APA National Conference in New Orleans, April...
Here are some thoughts for a PPD session proposal for the 2010 conference. Comments and other ideas welcome! (Or, if you would be a good speaker to include on...
Debora, I like the Client relations one. For my take look under the search engine on my web site www.zuckersystems.com. Look the letter "C" and the topic of...
Deborah: Everyone can share horror stories about dealing with government clients - and maybe private sector clients, too. How can individual consultants (and...
Hi Everyone,  I will be doing a quick "Consultancy gig" for a local Non-Profit agency. It will take me about 2 weeks to wrap this up.  Since this is my...
Emma, $50 to $200/hr. Paul Zucker From: APA-PPD@yahoogroups.com [mailto:APA-PPD@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Emma Dawson Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2009 2:45 PM ...
I get $100 an hour for municipal work. Anywhere from $125 to 200 hr for private clients...... I have 15 years experience.....hope that helps. Sincerely, Jason...
Emma, The hourly rates that have been suggested thus far certainly sound reasonable. However, I would urge you to consider a flat fee if you feel the scope of ...
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Cynthia Hoyle
choyle@...
Jul 13, 2009 3:50 pm
The other factors to consider are your overhead, type of organization, and region of the country. Are they providing you with office space or access to...
Thanks everyone for taking the time to answer my question..........your comments helped a great deal. Â Dr. Emma Dawson Land Use Planning, Envr/Natural...
I am interested in tips/advice on subcontracting. I have a niche specialty in my consulting practice such that consultants preparing a proposal for a project...
Deborah/APA-PPD, Would love it if you would share the responses you receive back from others. I am in a similar boat. Thanks in advance and good luck with...
Deborah: Working out a fee for your portion of the work during the proposal process makes sense so that the prime has an idea of your budget and how that fits...
Deborah -- The business of subcontracting can be very dicey. Some large firms like to use local people to upgrade their proposals/quals packages, but, when...
The APA Private Practice Division seeks speakers for the division's by-right session at the 2010 national conference in New Orleans, "Secrets to Improve ...
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Patrick H. Wyss
patw@...
Dec 4, 2009 3:23 pm
Deborah: I would be interested in speaking from the perspective of a small consulting firm. We have provided design and planning services since 1981, and in...
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Patrick H. Wyss
patw@...
Dec 4, 2009 3:29 pm
Deborah: I would be interested in speaking from the perspective of a small consulting firm. We have provided design and planning services since 1981, and in...