1000 Friends of Florida
http://www.1000fof.org/
1000 Friends of Florida's mission is to protect and improve Florida's quality of life by advocating responsible planning for the state's population growth.
Abacoa
http://www.Abacoa.com
Abacoa is a place where people can live and work and go to school.
Active Living Network
http://www.activeliving.org/
The Active Living Network seeks to create places that intergrate physical activity into daily life.
Alliance for a New Transportation Charter
http://www.antc.net
Members of the Alliance for a New Transportation Charter agree that transportation systems can improve our communities and neighborhoods by enhancing public health and safety, promoting social equity and a better quality of life, sustaining economic prosperity, and saving energy while protecting the environment.
Alliance for Modern Transit
http://www.ficus.usf.edu/orgs/amt/overview.htm
Alliance for Modern Transit is a coalition of business leaders, civic and neighborhood groups, academics, and public sector officials who are working together to educate the general public about modern, rail based transit systems, and what those systems can do for their communities.
America WALKs
http://www.americawalks.org
America Walks is a national coalition of local advocacy groups dedicated to promoting walkable communities.
American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
http://www.aashto.org
AASHTO represents highway and all five transportation modes: air, highways, public transportation, rail and water.
American Institute of Architects
http://www.aia.org/
AIA Contact Documents are the industry standard, allowing you to create safe and legal contracts that serve your clients and boost your business.
American Planning Association
http://www.planning.org
APA is a nonprofit public interest and research organization committed to urban, suburban, regional, and rural planning.
Article by Ed Maietta for TCPalm.com
http://www.sustainabletc.org/articles/article_details.asp?ArticleID=504
An article by a member of CUES staff on the many facets that make Abacoa shine.
Association of Bicycle and Pedestrian Profesionals
http://www.apbp.org
The Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals promotes excellence in the emerging professional discipline of pedestrian and bicycle transportation.
Audubon of Florida
http://www.audubonofflorida.org/
The mission of Audubon of Florida and National Audubon is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity.
BlackFloridian.com
http://www.blackfloridian.com
With our new and improved Whazzup Event Search engine we are the best place to go to plan your weekend, vacation, or special getaway.
Brazilian Chamber of Commerce
http://www.brazilchamber.org
The mission of the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida is to foster business relations and partnerships in order to increase trade and investments between Brazil and South Florida.
Broward Community Design Collaborative
http://www.fau.edu/bcdc/
Broward County African American Research Library and Center
http://www.broward.org/aarlcc
The African-American Research Library and Cultural Center will provide a full range of general library services to the immediate community. It will serve as a research library and cultural center for scholars, students and the general public.
Broward County Library System
http://www.broward.org/library/
Broward County Library's mission is to provide convenient access to a full range of innovative and cost-effective services that satisfy the changing needs of the people of Broward County for information, education and recreation.
Broward County Metropolitan Organization
http://www.broward.org/bcmpo.htm
The Broward County Metropolitan Planning Organization (BCMPO) is an agency created under Federal law to direct urban transportation planning and the allocation of federal and state funds.
Broward County Office Of Elections
http://www.browardsoe.org/
This site was created to provide easy internet access to Voter Registration information and election data.
Broward County School Board
http://www.browardschools.com/
We are the nation's fifth largest - and largest fully-accredited - school district. Under the leadership of the Broward County School Board and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Frank Till, we are Transforming Education...One Student at a Time
Broward County Supervisor of Elections
http://www.browardsoe.org/
This site was created to provide easy internet access to Voter Registration information and election data.
Broward County Transit
http://www.co.broward.fl.us/bct/welcome.htm
Broward County Transit (BCT) is your number one public transportation option for getting around Broward County. Our mission is to provide clean, safe, reliable and efficient transit service to the community by being responsive to changing needs and focusing on customer service as our highest priority.
Broward Literacy Coalition
http://www.browardliteracy.com
The Literacy Coalition of Broward County is a group of educators, business leaders, literacy providers, volunteers and advocates who work together to meet their mission of "advancing literacy efforts in Broward County."
Broward Workforce
http://www.broward-workforce.org/
The mission of the BWDB is to serve and empower all job seekers and employers through a flexible, customer-centered, streamlined, highly accountable and seamless delivery system.
Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
http://www.bdb.org
The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County works to attract and retain business investment through corporate relocations, expansions and international trade; and provide marketing support and business networking services through a paid membership organization that partially funds our economic development services.
Business Development Board of Palm Beach County
http://www.bdb.org
BDB's primary purpose is to attract and retain business investment and high quality jobs in Palm Beach County through corporate relocations, expansions and international trade.
Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research
http://www.cop.noaa.gov/Fact_Sheets/SFlorida.htm
The Center for Sponsored Coastal Ocean Research is an important federal-academic partnership providing predictive capabilities for managing coastal ecosystems.
Center for Urban Transportation Research
http://www.cutr.eng.usf.edu/
Our mission is to serve as a resource for policymakers, transportation professionals, the education system, and the public by providing high quality, objective transportation research.
Collins Center for Public Policy
http://www.collinscenter.org/
The Collins Center for Public Policy, Inc. is committed to promoting, through thought and action, creative solutions to major private and public issues facing the people of Florida and the nation.
Congress for the New Urbanism
http://www.cnu.org/
New Urbanists aim to reform all aspects of real estate development.
Coral Springs Chinese Cultural Association
http://www.cscca.bizland.com/
Our mission and objectives are to provide an opportunity for other ethnic groups to appreciate the Chinese culture.
Council of Nigerian People and Organizations
http://www.conpo.org/
The Council of Nigerian People and Organizations (CONPO) is a professional scholarly society committed to advancing the understanding of Nigerian society and its place in the advancement of educational, political and economic resources throughout the country and global economy.
Cyburburbia
http://www.cyburbia.org/
Cyburbia contains a selective directory of Internet resources relevant to planning and urbanism.
Economic Development Research Institute — EDRI
http://www.edri.info
The Economic Development Research Institute — EDRI — is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, public policy research organization focused on economic development issues affecting the South Florida region.
Enterprise Florida
http://www.eflorida.com/
The InfoCenter is where you will find a wealth of information about Florida's economy, including; statewide demographics and other economic indicators, profiles of our seven regions and 67 counties, international trade and investment activities, and comparisons of Florida with the other U.S. states.
Enterprise Florida on Florida's Regions
http://www.eflorida.com/floridasregions/
“Florida’s Regions” is our portal to you. It offers regional and county profiles, along with your contact information. While you are at this site, you can select different views, whether you are a visitor, a resident, or a business.
Enviro-Link
http://www.envirolink.org/
Environmental News Network
http://www.enn.com/
Since 1993, the Environmental News Network has been working to educate the world about environmental issues facing our Earth. We not only offer timely environmental news, but live chats, interactive quizzes, daily feature stories, forums for debate, audio, video and more. These components are all aimed at educating our users about the major issues, while at the same time giving them the tools to make a difference in their own community.
Everglades Coast Regional and Education Center
http://www.erec.ifas.ufl.edu/
Everglades Digital Library
http://everglades.fiu.edu/library/index.html
The mission of the Everglades Information Network (EIN) is to provide worldwide, timely, and effective access to the universe of Everglades information, with the goal of supporting and facilitating research education, restoration and resource management.
Everglades Village
http://www.evergladesvillage.net/
The Everglades Village is the home for virtual South Florida for all the individuals and non-governmental and governmental organizations that are working to sustain the environments and the communities in southern Florida.
FAU Center for Visual Planning Technology
http://www.fau.edu/cji/
The Community Justice Institute (CJI), a research center of the College of Architecture, Urban and Public Affairs at Florida Atlantic University, enhances public safety and community prevention objectives while also addressing the university's research and service mission.
FAU Community Justice Institute
http://www.fau.edu/caupa/centers/cji/
The Community Justice Institute (CJI) enhances public safety and community prevention objectives while also addressing the university's research and service mission.
FAU Florida Center for Environmental Studies
http://www.ces.fau.edu/
The Florida Center for Environmental Studies act as a university system research and training facilitator and environmental education center. Its activities especially address the issues of water dominated ecosystems.
FAU Public Procurement Research Center
http://www.fau.edu/pprc/
The Public Procurement Research Center was created to assist NIGP in providing applied research, training, education and scholarly publication.
Florida Atlantic University for Urban Redevelopment and Empowerment
http://www.cure.fau.edu/
Florida Atlantic University's Center for Urban Redevelopment and Empowerment (FAU-CURE) is a state-authorized applied research and community outreach center, who has a mission that implies collaborating with agencies and groups to enhance their capacity for decision-making and problem-solving.
Florida Census
http://www.floridacensus.com/census/
It contains an additional summary of tables for Florida specific Census 2000 data.
Florida Civic Education
http://www.flciviced.org/
The Florida Civic Ed site will have visual aids, slide presentations, test banks, and many more resources to help teachers develop civic education classes.
Florida Coalition for the Homeless
http://www.flacoalitionhomeless.com/
The Florida Coalition for the Homeless is a dynamic organization whose membership and Board of Directors include homeless advocates, service providers, members of the faith-based community, formerly homeless persons, educators, attorneys, mental health professionals and many others statewide who are committed to putting an end to homelessness and improving the conditions of persons living without shelter.
Florida Conflict Resolution Consortium
http://consensus.fsu.edu
For the past 15 years, the Florida Conflict Resolution Consortium has been proud to play a role in building consensus on solutions to Florida's public policy problems and community disputes through the use of negotiation, facilitation, and mediation.
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
http://www.fl-ag.com/
The purpose of this web site is essentially twofold; to provide information to Florida agricultural producers, as well as to the consuming public.
Florida Department of Community Affairs
http://www.dca.state.fl.us/
Our mission is to assist Florida communities in meeting the challenges of growth, reducing the effects of disasters and investing in community revitalization.
Florida Department of Education
http://www.firn.edu/doe
It has statistics, information about standards and accountability, teacher certification, scholarships, and more.
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection administers regulatory programs and issues permits for air, water and waste management.
Florida Department Of Transportation
http://www.dot.state.fl.us/
Our mission is to provide a safe transportation system that ensures the mobility of people and goods, enhances economic prosperity and preserves the quality of our environment and communities.
Florida Division of Colleges and Education
http://www.fldcu.org
Florida Division of Community Colleges
http://www.dcc.firn.edu/
There are 28 locally-governed public community colleges in the Florida Community College System (FLCCS). The colleges are coordinated under the jurisdiction of the Florida Board of Education, and until January 2003, the State Board of Education (otherwise known as the Florida Cabinet). Policy of Florida's Community College System generates from activities of the Florida Board of Education (FLBOE) and is authorized by the Florida Legislature.
Florida Earth Foundation
http://www.floridaearth.org/
Florida Earth Foundation is a public-private partnership composed of over 70 partners who come from Federal, State and local government, universities and colleges, industry and other not-for-profits. FEF has been chartered to initiate, fund and develop education, outreach and research programs and projects associated with natural resources in South Florida, especially those that have to do with ecosystem restoration initiatives.
Florida Education Association
http://www.feaweb.org/
NEA and AFT affiliated.
Florida Exotic Pest Plant Council
http://www.fleppc.org/
FLEPPC goals are directed toward building public awareness about the serious threat invasive plants pose to native ecosystems, securing funding and support for control and management of exotic plants, and developing integrated management and control methods to prevent the spread of exotic pest plants throughout the United States.
Florida Foreign Trade Association
http://www.ffta.com
The Association is an effective networking organization providing members an opportunity to expand by visiting new markets and making new contacts.
Florida Housing Coalition
http://www.flhousing.org/
The Coalition is unique in that it provides technical assistance to local governments and nonprofit organizations in all areas of affordable housing.
Florida Hurricane Alliance
http://www.ihrc.fiu.edu/fha/
To contribute to the development and implementation of a strong, coherent and united research agenda focusing on hurricane loss reduction, the International Hurricane Research Center (IHRC) at Florida International University (FIU) brought together the wealth of existing capabilities and evolving expertise of the public universities in Florida into an integrated multi-year, multidisciplinary cooperative research effort - the Florida Hurricane Alliance. The Alliance is coordinated by the IHRC drawing upon its mission as the Florida Type 1 Center responsible for hurricane research, education and outreach Individual Alliance members will take the lead for specific research projects, on the basis of capabilities and relevant expertise, and working in partnership with other Alliance members through mutual agreements.
Florida Institute of Government
http://www.fsu.edu/~iog/
The Florida Institute of Government central purpose is to assist state and local government officials and employees in improving their skills in public administration and management through training, technical assistance, and applied research.
Florida Institute of Oceanography
http://www.marine.usf.edu/FIO/
The Florida Institute of Oceanography (FIO) supports and enhances Florida's coastal marine science, oceanography and related management programs through education, research, and public outreach.
Florida International University Lehman Center
http://www.eng.fiu.edu/LCTR/
LCTR is committed to conducting both state-of-the-art and state-of-the-practice research and training to improve transportation mobility and safety, and educating a multidisciplinary workforce to plan, manage, and implement transportation systems.
Florida International University Lehman Center for Transportation Research
http://www.eng.fiu.edu/LCTR/
LCTR has conducted numerous research projects in the areas of public transportation, GIS, ITS, urban transportation planning, highway design, transportation safety, traffic control, and transportation information technologies.
Florida International University Metropolitan Center
http://www.fiu.edu/~metcntr/
The Metropolitan Center is an urban research and technical assistance organization that supports city, county and state government, the private sector, not for profits and community organizations in South Florida.
Florida Internet Center for Understanding Sustainability
http://www.ficus.usf.edu/
The FICUS Network provides unprecedented access to information about the state of Florida and the Caribbean.
Florida League of Cities
http://www.flcities.com/
The Florida League of Cities established its' first insurance program in 1977 to provide workers' compensation coverage to governmental entities. Liability, Property and Health programs followed shortly thereafter.
Florida Natural Areas Inventory
http://www.fnai.org/
The Florida Natural Areas Inventory is dedicated to gathering, interpreting, and disseminating information critical to the conservation of Florida's biological diversity.
Florida Plants Online
http://www.floridaplants.com/ag_sugar.htm
It's a directory of links to information on native plants, gardening, landscape, and design.
Florida Redevelopment Association
http://www.redevelopment.net
Florida Redevelopment Association (FRA) brings together professionals from around the state who are involved in preserving and improving Florida's communities. Founded in 1974 to promote redevelopment and growth of downtowns. The focus was later broadened to encompass Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs) and the Main Street Program cities. Today, FRA also includes non-profit organizations, consultants, private developers and cities that do not have Downtown Development Authorities, CRAs or Main Street programs. Our goal is a comprehensive association of all players in Florida's urban revitalization network.
Florida State Legislature
http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Welcome/index.cfm
This site has been re-designed so that all Floridians will have instant, streamlined access to the Florida Senate.
Florida State Office of Economic and Demographic Research
http://www.state.fl.us/edr/population.htm
The Office of Economic and Demographic Research (EDR) is a research arm of the Legislature principally concerned with forecasting economic and social trends that affect policy making, revenues, and appropriations.
Florida Trust for Public Land
http://www.tpl.org/tier2_rl.cfm?folder_id=250
The Trust for Public Land is the only national nonprofit working exclusively to protect land for human enjoyment and well-being.
Florida’s Information Service Technology Development Task Force
http://www.itflorida.com
ITFlorida.com, Inc. is an umbrella, not-for-profit, membership organization that represents Florida's diverse technology community on a statewide basis.
Fort Lauderdale Convention and Vistors Bureau
http://www.co.broward.fl.us/sunny.htm
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau promotes the Greater Fort Lauderdale area as a premier leisure and meeting destination.
Ft. Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority
http://www.ddaftlaud.com/
The Downtown Development Authority will seek to provide a critical link between the economic development and physical development objectives of Downtown Fort Lauderdale.
Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport
http://www.co.broward.fl.us/fll.htm
The airport is ideally located in the heart of Broward County with convenient access to 4 major highways.
Ft. Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport Vision 2020
http://www.co.broward.fl.us/poi05000.htm
Gay and Lesbian Community Center Organization
http://www.glccftl.org/
At the Gay and Lesbian Community Center we provide a safe and nurturing environment for individuals, groups and organizations. It's our goal to foster empowerment in each individual who walks through our doors and give everyone a better sense of the gay community spirit.
Great Schools.net
http://miami.greatschools.net/modperl/go/FL
Source for information regarding elementary, middle and high school information for public, private and charter schools in Florida.
Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce
http://www.greatermiami.com/gmcc/home.asp
Regional Chamber that promotes economic growth and development in South Florida.
Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
Http://www.gmcvb.com
This site features a calendar of events, maps, hotel accommodations, and a travel guide.
Human Powered Transportation Committee of the American Society for Civil Engineers
http://www.ite.org
The ITE is responsible for meeting society's needs for safe and efficient surface transportation through planning, designing, implementing, operating and maintaining surface transportation systems worldwide.
Inner City Games Foundation of South Florida
http://www.icgf.org/
The mission of the Inner-City Games is to provide opportunities for inner-city youth to participate in sports, educational, cultural and community enrichment programs; to build confidence and self-esteem; to encourage youth to say "no" to gangs, drugs and violence and "yes" to hope, learning and life.
Institute for Transportation Engineers
http://www.ite.org
The Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE), an international individual member educational and scientific association, is one of the largest and fastest-growing multimodal professional transportation organizations in the world.
Institute for Workforce Competitiveness
http://www.fiu.edu/~xiwc
Our mission is to improve workforce development and utilization through research, technical assistance, and partnership development.
International Hurricane Center
http://www.ihc.fiu.edu/index_ihc.htm
The International Hurricane Center is an interdisciplinary research center focused on the mitigation of hurricane damage to people, the economy, and the built and natural environments.
Internet Coast
http://www.internetcoast.com
The InternetCoast is made up of a collection of technology companies and organizations operating in South Florida. It is a cluster of businesses, organizations and educational facilities that is now reaching "critical mass".
Italy-America Chamber of Commerce
http://www.iacc-miami.com/
The Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast(IACC) has a main goal of to develop trade between Italy and the US.
Jewish Federation of Broward County
http://www.jewishfedbroward.org/
In the spirit of the ideal of tzedakah – righteousness, charity and social justice – JewishFedBroward.org is designed to entertain, educate, inspire and remind you that you are a part of a vibrant, bold and sometimes daring community here in Broward County.
Latin Chamber of Commerce of Broward County
http://www.latinchamberbroward.com/
The Latin Chamber of Commerce of Broward (LCCB) is your gateway to Broward County's Hispanic Market. There mission is to continue growing, while keeping the best business interests of our members in mind.
Manatee Plan on the Broward County website
http://www.co.broward.fl.us//bri00601.htm
Miami Alliance
http://www.miamialliance.com/
The mission of the Miami Alliance is to provide sound business assistance service to foreign businesses seeking to expand into the U.S. market.
Miami Dade Transit Agency
http://www.co.miami-dade.fl.us/transit/
Miami-Dade Transit serves the residents and visitors of Miami-Dade County and its 32 municipalities.
Miami International Airport
http://www.miami-airport.com/html/home.html
Features flight information, a terminal map, and transportation resources.
Miami visitor's site
http://www.miami.com/category/travel_and_visitors/
Herald.com, the home of The Miami Herald online, offers the best in local news and information.
Miami-Dade County Division of Environmental Resources Management
http://www.miamidade.gov/derm/
DERM's mission is to restore, enhance, conserve, and manage the air, water and land resources of Miami-Dade County for the health, safety and enjoyment of South Florida residents and visitors.
Miami-Dade County School Board
http://www.dadeschools.net/
This site highlights the efforts of Miami-Dade County Public Schools to provide quality educational tools and services for our community of eLearners.
Miami-Dade Metropolitan Planning Organization
http://www.co.miami-dade.fl.us/mpo/
Our mission is to plan for the provision of integrated and efficient transportation facilities and services in Miami-Dade County, while insuring the highest possible level of community participation in the transportation planning process.
Miami-Dade Office of Elections
http://elections.metro-dade.com/
The Miami-Dade Elections Department conducts elections, registers voters, and maintains voter records for Miami-Dade County and all of its municipalities.
Miami-Dade Public Library System
http://www.mdpls.com/
Storytimes, book discussion groups for all ages, cultural programs reflecting our diverse community, computer classes, tutoring for students, citizenship classes, small business workshops -- there is something for everyone. You'll learn about our special and outreach services, which impact many of our lives.
National Center for Bicycling and Walking
http://www.bikewalk.org
The NCBW offers information support, training, consultation services and resources to public agencies, non-governmental organizations and advocates, maintains the NCBW Resource Center, publishes the eNewsletter CenterLines, and a quarterly journal, NCBW Forum, and organizes the biennial Pro Bike/Pro Walk Conference and other special meetings.
National Conference for Community and Justice
http://www.nccj.org/
The National Conference for Community and Justice (NCCJ) is a human relations organization dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry and racism.
Northern Palm Beaches Chamber of Commerce
http://www.npbchamber.com/index4.shtml
The Northern Palm Beaches Chamber of Commerce has a continuing mission to be a dynamic Chamber that serves as a vital business and community resource center for northern Palm Beach County. They focus on the development and retention of businesses, taking an active role in business issues, providing meaningful member services and improving the quality of life for all residents in the community.
Ocean Watch Foundation
http://www.oceanwatch.org/
Ocean Watch Foundation's mission is to preserve and protect the local coral reef ecosystems in Southeast Florida through education, marine conservation programs and ocean cleanups.
One Community One Goal: Creating Jobs for the 21st Century, Helping to build Florida’s Internet Coast
http://www.onecommunityonegoal.org
One Community One Goal mission, is to develop a long-range community plan enabling economic growth and enhanced employment opportunities.
Palm Beach County Convention and Visitors Bureau
http://www.palmbeachfl.com/
The Palm Beach County Convention and Visitors Bureau is charged with the promotion and marketing of the tourism industry in the State of Florida, the United States, and international markets.
Palm Beach County Cultural Council
http://www.pbccc.org/
The Palm Beach County Cultural Council coordinates and promotes the arts and cultural activities throughout Palm Beach County.
Palm Beach County Culture and Tourism Site Index
http://www.pbcgov.com/Tourism/
The Palm Beach County Convention and Visitors Bureau is charged with the promotion and marketing of the tourism industry in the State of Florida, the United States, and international markets.
Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission
http://www.pbfilm.com/
The Palm Beach County Film and Television Commission has been a pioneer in developing the "One Stop Permitting Process." The Commission has created a government network throughout Palm Beach County that allows the office to cut through stacks of red tape and offer local, national, and international producers, directors, and location scouts one-stop permitting -- at no cost.
Palm Beach County Library System
http://www.pbclibrary.org/
Whatever your age or interests, there's something for you at the Palm Beach County Library System. The Mission of the Palm Beach County Library System is to continually improve our service to the public.
Palm Beach County Manatee Plan
http://www.pbcgov.com/erm/enhancement/manatees.asp
Palm Beach County School District
http://www.palmbeach.k12.fl.us/
The School Board of Palm Beach County is committed to excellence in education and preparation of all our students with the knowledge, skills, and ethics required for responsible citizenship and productive employment.
Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections
http://www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/soe/
Theresa LePore, Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, is providing these unofficial election results and other information as a public service.
Palm Beach County Workforce Developement Board
http://www.pbcalliance.com
The Palm Beach County Workforce Development Board, Inc. is an organization charged with crafting and overseeing a workforce development strategy that is responsive to the needs and concerns of both Palm Beach County employers and job seekers.
Palm Beach International Airport
http://www.pbia.org/
Palm Beach International Airport is a congestion free airport plus a state-of-the-art international port facility, making us a truly superb example of what it takes to deliver the needs of today's travel environment.
Palm Beach Metropolitan Organization
http://www.co.palm-beach.fl.us/MPO/index.htm
The Metropolitan Planning Organization, usually referred to as the MPO, within Palm Beach County. The process encompasses all modes and covers both short-range and long-range transportation planning.
Palm Tran
http://www.palmtran.org/
Palm Beach County surface transportation department.
Paper on the history and economic impact of the sugar industry in Florida.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/SC042
This is part of the Sugar Policy series, which discusses policy issues facing the U.S. sweetener industry in general and Florida's sweetener industry in particular.
Paper on the ornamental plant industry in Florida from 1989 to 1994.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/BODY_FE013
Florida's large ornamental plant nursery industry has undergone significant structural changes during the latter-1980s and 1990s in response to slowed market growth and increasing competition.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center
http://www.walkinginfo.org
The PBIC is a clearinghouse for information about health and safety, engineering, advocacy, education, enforcement and access and mobility.
Peruvian Chamber of Commerce
http://www.peruvianchamber.org/
Website in Spanish
Planetizen.com
http://www.Planetizen.com
PLANetizen is a public-interest information exchange for the urban planning and development community That provides a daily, one-stop source for urban planning news, job opportunities, commentary and events.
Planners Web
http://www.plannersweb.com/
The Planning Commssioners Journal is the nation's principal publication designed for citizen planners, including (but certainly not limited to) members of local planning commissions and zoning boards.
Planning Online
http://www.planning.haynet.com/news.cfm
Features news, course information, consultants index, and more.
Port Everglades
http://www.co.broward.fl.us/port
Port Everglades has become one of South Florida's strongest economic engines with annual operating revenues of more than $66 million and total waterborne commerce exceeding 23 million tons in liquid, break bulk and containerized cargoes.
Port of Miami
http://www.co.miami-dade.fl.us/portofmiami/
The Miami-Dade County Seaport Department has entered a new era of growth and fiscal stability in anticipation of competitive demands looming in the future.
Port of Palm Beach
http://www.portofpalmbeach.com/
The Port of Palm Beach District is an independent special taxing district (an autonomous port), a sub-division of the state of Florida.
Promotion of Philanthropy—A South Florida Collaboration
http://www.givingforum.com/
Promotion of Philanthropy goal is to increase the philanthropic capital in South Florida by promoting the creation of family foundations, corporate giving programs, and other endowed funds.
PropertyAppraiser.com
http://www.propertyappraiser.com/
Welcome to PropertyAppraiser.com
This site provides access to land records maintained by individual County Property Appraiser's Office. To search a particular county either choose the county from the drop down list or click on a county from the state map.
Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce
http://www.prchamberonline.com/
Our Mission is to improve and expand the relationship between Large and Small Businesses, while interacting and having knowledge of each others products and services.
Reef Environmental Education Organization
http://www.reef.org/
The Reef Environmental Education Foundation is a grass-roots, non-profit organization of recreational divers who regularly conduct fish biodiversity and abundance surveys during their dives.
Reef Relief
http://www.reefrelief.org/
A private nonprofit membership organization dedicated to preserving and protecting North America's only living coral barrier reef.
Regional Plan Association
http://www.rpa.org
Check out their extensive list of links related to regional issues and initiatives. Per their website: "Since 1922, RPA has worked to improve the quality of life in the 31-county New York-New Jersey-Connecticut metropolitan area by creating long-term comprehensive plans and promoting their implementation across political boundaries."
RegionLink
http://www.regionlink.org/
RegionLink is a new resource for regional practitioners. A blend of a database, a community of practice, a listserv, and the affinity group model, RegionLink will provide individuals and organizations with the opportunity to network and share relevant, meaningful information on issues of mutual interest.
Right of Way
http://www.rightofway.org
Right Of Way is a group of activists dedicated to asserting the rights of car-free street users -- including pedestrians, cyclists, and skaters -- and fighting back against car violence.
Riverwoods Field Laboratory
http://riverwoods.ces.fau.edu/
The Riverwoods Field Laboratory (RFL) is a facility jointly managed by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) and the Florida Center for Environmental Studies (CES) . Riverwoods' main mission is to support research and educational activities related to the restoration of the Kissimmee River and the greater Everglades watershed.
Save Our Everglades Sugars
http://www.saveoureverglades.org/
The Everglades Foundation, Inc. is an organization dedicated to advancing understanding of the Everglades/Florida Bay ecosystem and its irreplaceable environmental and economic value.
Seminole Tribe of South Florida
http://www.seminoletribe.com
The first Seminole government achieved what many felt was impossible, bringing the chaos of new organization under control.
Shimberg Center for Affordable Housing
http://www.shimberg.ufl.edu
To facilitate the provision of safe, decent, and affordable housing and related community development throughout the state of Florida and thereby,
To establish Florida as the national and international model for successful affordable housing delivery.
Smart City Radio
http://www.smartcityradio.com/
Smart City™ is a weekly, hour-long public radio talk show that takes an in-depth look at urban life, the people, places, ideas and trends shaping cities. Host Carol Coletta talks with national and international public policy experts, elected officials, economists, business leaders, artists, developers, planners and others for a penetrating discussion of urban issues.
Smart Growth America
http://www.smartgrowthamerica.com
Smart Growth America is a nationwide coalition promoting a better way to grow; one that protects farmland and open space, revitalizes neighborhoods, keeps housing affordable, and makes communities more livable.
Smart Growth Network
http://www.sprawlwatch.org/
The Sprawl Watch Clearinghouse mission is to make the tools, techniques, and strategies developed to manage growth, accessible to citizens, grassroots organizations, environmentalists, public officials, planners, architects, the media and business leaders.
South Africa USA Chamber of Commerce
http://www.southafricausachamber.com/
There has been no Chamber Of Commerce assisting businesses to build up relationships between South Africa and the USA until now.
South Florida Community Development Coalition
http://www.floridacdc.org/
The South Florida Community Development Coalition is an association of more than 70 community-based organizations and their partners working to reverse the downward social and economic spiral in South Florida's low income neighborhoods.
South Florida Education Center Transportation Management Association
http://www.sfec.org/
The SFEC TMA is a private, nonprofit organization representing a partnership of SFEC educational institutions, the Town of Davie and the Florida Department of Transportation whose mission is to develop strategies and implement programs that provide alternative transportation options for improved mobility in the South Florida Center area.
South Florida Regional Transportation Authority
http://www.sfrpc.com/rta.htm
Create a safe and convenient multi-modal transit system that will alleviate road congestion and give residents and visitors the ability to move easily throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties in a timely fashion.
South Florida Regional Transportation Organization
www.tri-rail.com/rto/default.htm
This site provides administrative and legal counsel support to the Organization, as well as business Alliance to establish a South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (RTA).
South Florida Sustainable Communities Network
http://sustainable.state.fl.us/
The Florida Design Initiative (FDI) serves as a catalyst for promoting best practices in community and facility design and usage.
South Florida Technology Alliance
http://www.southfloridatech.org/home.asp
South Florida Technology Alliance(SFTA)is an organization whose primary goal is to foster the growth and development of the information technology industry in South Florida.
South Florida Water Management District
http://www.sfwmd.gov
The agency provides flood control protection and water supply protection to residents living and working in cities or on farms within this region; and is working to restore and manage ecosystems from the Kissimmee River to the Everglades and Florida Bay.
South Florida Workforce
http://www.jep-tec.org/
The South Florida Workforce is responsible for initiating state and federal funded workforce development programs in Miami-Dade and Monroe counties.
South Palm Beach Jewish Federation
http://www.jewishboca.org/
Our mission is to further the welfare of Jews in south Palm Beach County, Israel and worldwide; to plan for the philanthropic, social, cultural and educational advancement of the Jewish community; and to foster and promote cooperation and understanding between the various local Jewish organizations and the community at large.
Southeast Environmental Research Center
http://www.serc.fiu.edu/
The Southeast Environmental Research Center (SERC) promotes, coordinates and conducts environmental research in the southeastern United States and the Caribbean.
Southeastern Environmental Research Center
http://www.serc.fiu.edu/
The Southeast Environmental Research Center (SERC) promotes, coordinates and conducts environmental research in the southeastern United States and the Caribbean. SERC also provides an organizational structure for regional environmental initiatives and coordination of interdisciplinary environmental investigations in the region.
Sprawl Watch Clearinghouse
http://www.sprawlwatch.org/
Sprawl Watch's mission is to make the tools, techniques, and strategies developed to manage growth, accessible to citizens, grassroots organizations, environmentalists, public officials, planners, architects, the media and business leaders. At the Clearinghouse we identify, collect, compile, and disseminate information on the best land use practices, for those listed above.
Sunny Florida Online
http://www.southfloridaonline.com
Whether you are looking for information on upcoming events, weather, beaches, or attractions -- need rates/photos/panimage tours of our hotels -- or just want to take a step back in time while wandering through our historical photo album -- we have it all right here!
Surface Transportation Policy Project
http://www.transact.org
The goal of The Surface Transportation Policy Project is to ensure that transportation policy and investments help conserve energy, protect environmental and aesthetic quality, strengthen the economy, promote social equity, and make communities more livable. We emphasize the needs of people, rather than vehicles, in assuring access to jobs, services, and recreational opportunities.
The ABC's of CRAs:Community Redevlopment
http://www.fau.edu/fiog/documents/CRA%20SPRING%202007%REVISED%20April205%20WEB.pdf
The Alachua County School Concurrency Project (ACSCP)
http://www.acscp.org
ACSCP is dedicated to the prevention of school overcrowding in Alachua County. We believe that implementing school concurrency in our county is an effective way to prevent overcrowded schools. The mission of the ACSCP is to educate residents of Alachua County about school concurrency by providing accurate, reliable, and useful information concerning school concurrency. Their website is a general resource on the subject of school concurrency.
The Beacon Council, Miami-Dade Economic Development Agency
http://www.beaconcouncil.com
The Beacon Council is charged with bringing new, job-generating investments to the community, while assisting existing businesses in their efforts to expand.
The Broward Alliance
http://www.browardalliance.org
Broward County’s official public/private partnership for economic growth.
The Coordinating Council of Broward County
http://www.sfrpc.com/ccb/criupdate.htm
The Donors Forum
http://www.donorsforumsf.org/
The Donors Forum is a regional association formed to assist foundations and corporations active in grantmaking in South Florida. It offers professional support to grantmakers and general information about philanthropy to the public.
The Everglades Plan
http://www.evergladesplan.org/
The Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) is a framework and guide to restore, protect, and preserve the water resources of central and southern Florida.
The FIU Latin American and Caribbean Information Center
http://lacic.fiu.edu/
The Latin American and Caribbean Information Center of the Florida International University Libraries is designed to serve the university and library communities specializing in the regions of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
The FIU Library Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing Center
http://www.gislab.fiu.edu/gisrsal/frames/
The center supports teaching, research, training, and now activities from a number of academic units in the areas of computerized cartography, GIS, RS, 3-D visualization, and spatial statistical analysis and modeling.
The Free Trade Area of the Americas
http://www.latam.ufl.edu/publications/ftaa_paper.html
The central purpose of the FTAA is to promote economic growth and prosperity of the member countries by lowering barriers to trade and investment within the Western Hemisphere.
The French American Chamber of Commerce
http://www.facc-miami-fll.org/
The French American Chamber Of Commerce(FACC), seeking to foster trade relations between France and the United States. The Chamber provides information and advice to French and American companies and serves as a platform for business contacts.
The Nature Conservancy of Florida
http://www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/florida/
Our Mission is to preserve the plants, animals and natural communities that represent the diversity of life on Earth by protecting the lands and waters they need to survive.
The Technology Forum of South Florida
http://www.southfloridatech.org
SFTA) is a non-profit professional membership organization whose primary goal is to foster the growth and development of the information technology industry in South Florida.
Trade and Transport Counci
http://www.tradetransportcouncil.com/
The establishment of the Florida Trade and Transport Council is a landmark event in Florida's transportation history. Brought together by the need to maintain and strengthen Florida's competitive edge in the global marketplace, representatives of all of Florida's diverse transportation interests have coalesced to advocate for the development of an efficient, coordinated air, sea, rail and truck system in Florida.
Transportation Research Board
http://www.trb.org
The Transportation Research Board (TRB) is a unit of the National Research Council, thats mission is to promote innovation and progress in transportation by stimulating and conducting research, facilitating the dissemination of information, and encouraging the implementation of research results.
Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council
http://www.tcrpc.org/
It is treasure Coast's only regional forum where elected and appointed leaders regularly come together to discuss complex regional issues; develop strategic regional responses for resolving them; and build consensus for setting and accomplishing regional goals.
Tri-Rail
http://www.tri-rail.com/
South Florida's commuter rail with convienant train service from Fort Lauderdale to Miami to Palm Beach.
U.S. Geological Survey South Florida Restoration Forum
http://sofia.usgs.gov/sfrsf/index.html
The South Florida Restoration Science Forum website highlights the powerful connection between science and management decisions in restoration efforts.
United States Census
http://www.census.gov
To be the preeminent collector and provider of timely, relevant, and quality data about the people and economy of the United States.
United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, Inter-American Chapter
http://www.usmcoc.org
The coalition of businessmen created a bilateral organization to promote trade, investment and joint ventures on both sides of the border.
United Way of Broward County
http://www.unitedwaybroward.org/
United Way of Broward County serves the community by raising funds and reinvesting them where they are needed most. Its main focus is developing the community by raising funds to help agencies serve the community.
Univ of South Florida Community Design and Research
http://www.fccdr.usf.edu/
Our mission is to assist the citizens of Florida in the creation of more livable and sustainable communities through applied community design, multi-disciplinary research, and public education.
University of Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research
http://www.bebr.ufl.edu/
BEBR is an applied research center. Its mission is to collect data and conduct research on economic, demographic, and business trends in Florida and to provide information to public and private decision makers in Florida and throughout the nation.
University of Miami Ocean Pollution Research Center
http://www.rsmas.miami.edu/groups/oprc/
The Ocean Pollution Research Center (OPRC) is a center of innovation for developing strategies, methodologies, and technologies to deal with ocean pollution, including oil spills, thermal pollutants, marine debris, and waste discharges.
University of South Florida National Center for Transit Research
http://www.nctr.usf.edu/
It's selection goal is an objective process for selecting and reviewing research that balances the multiple objectives of the program.
Urban Land Institute
http://www.uli.org
ULI—the Urban Land Institute is a community of practice for those engaged in the entrepreneurial and collaborative process of real estate development and land use policy-making.
VISIT FLORIDA
http://www.flausa.com
VISIT FLORIDA is the official tourism marketing corporation for the Sunshine State.
Walkable Communities,Inc.
http://www.walkable.org
Walkable Communities was organized for the express purposes of helping whole communities, whether they are large cities or small towns, or parts of communities to become more walkable and pedestrian friendly.
West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority
http://www.westpalmbeachdda.com/
The DDA works to retain and attract business and to protect the investments of its constituents.
Women in International Trade
http://www.wit-miami.com
Our mission is to enhance the status and interest of women and men in the field of international trade through the establishment of a worldwide network of international business contacts.
You Are Where You LIve
http://cluster2.claritas.com/YAWYL/
You type in a zip code and this site returns lifestyle characteristics of the neighborhoods in that are. Examples include "Bohemian Mix" and "Gray Power." Try it out!
