We are always looking for those of you who would like to be more involved with the state chapter and who are looking for ways to get introduced to the types of volunteer service that members can offer and that we on the Chapter Executive Committee appreciate so very much. If the itch to serve has found its way into your psyche, please let us know and we can put that energy to good use as a part of our Conference and Awards Committee.
2022 NCASLA Conference on Landscape Architecture Call for Proposals
NCASLA is issuing a Call for Proposals for conference that takes place from May 19-21, 2022 at the Hotel Ballast in Wilmington, NC. We invite landscape architects, academics, allied professionals and vendors to the profession to submit proposals that fit this year’s conference theme. Please submit your proposal via our online form by midnight, November 19, 2021.
Did You Get Your iAdvocate Alert?
by Mike Askin, PLA, ASLA
An iAdvocate alert was sent on August 30 requesting our members respond to their representative asking to have the language of HB 496 The Tree Ordinance bill removed from the budget.
This bill doesn’t allow Municipalities from creating a tree ordinance which in turn protects our states magnificent trees.
Charlotte Sketch Crawl Registration Closes September 16
Cancelled: PARK(ing) Day on Centennial Campus
Sarah P. Duke Gardens Natural Stone Walking Tour
Join a one hour walk through Sarah P. Duke Gardens on Thursday, September 30th, 2021 from 5:30pm - 6:30pm. You'll learn about different stone materials and applications will be identified and discussed. Master Stone Mason and Artisan Brooks Burleson will also be participating in the event to present his work throughout the gardens.
Triangle Section: Get Involved in PARK(ing) Day
PARK(ing) Day is coming up quickly on September 17, and we have two ways for our Triangle Section Members to get involved. If you’re interested in either opportunity below or have questions, please contact Triangle Section Chair, Josh Karrick.
President's Update: August 2021
NCASLA Legislation Action Alert: August 2021
by Mike Askin, PLA, ASLA
This week the language from the tree ordinance bill – House Bill 496 - has been added to the House budget and is moving forward toward becoming law. The House and Senate still need to agree on a final budget and the Governor would then need to sign it, but we are alarmed by this language becoming part of the budget discussion. Note, the Senate did not include this language in its budget.
Emerging Professionals Committee Update: August 2021
by Sahar Teymouri, ASLA
In-Person Charlotte Section Sketch Crawl on September 18
Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 18, 2021, from 11:30-12:30 pm for the sketch crawl in Charlotte.
Stay tuned for more details to come, and make sure to register.
Join AIAT EP/YAF Mentorship PODS Program
Are you a landscape architect emerging, mid-career, or seasoned professional looking to be a mentor for an architecture student?










