New Year's Resolutions!

At Pashek Associates, we welcome 2011 with anticipation and enthusiasm.  The following are our New Year’s Resolutions and aspirations:

1. That we are able to better communicate the importance of sustainable site design and planning.  The expertise we have developed on sustainable design and our LEED accreditation (thanks Nancy) allows us to better assist a growing number of clients that are environmentally conscience.
2. That everyone realizes they are temporarily able and must plan for future challenges that may require accessible routes and other accommodations (see the new regulations from the Justice Department – www.ada.gov).
3. That some of us in the office are able to lose weight.  Obesity is a public health concern and we need to find time to walk on our beautiful trails and in our great parks, many which were designed by Pashek Associates.
4. That we take time to get to know our neighbors better, because connections begin at the neighborhood level; here’s hoping that everyone at Pashek Associates volunteers for at least one organization in 2011 (thanks to Nancy, Jim, Mike, Sara, Bob and John).
5. That we make recycling a priority and conserve energy in any way possible, including car pooling and biking to work (thanks Mike).
6. That the Steelers do well in the playoffs and win the Super Bowl, the Penguins get to the Stanley Cup and win, and Joe Paterno retires.
7. That the economy continues to improve.
8. That planning truly engages the people being planned for.  Change does not usually happen without concerned citizens speaking out and someone listening.  At Pashek Associates, we are proud of our public processes that truly engage stakeholders.
9. That Ollie and Tuesday, our office dogs, get to try out one new dog park this year, designed by Pashek Associates.
10. That the firm continues to be a great place to work with fantastic colleagues.

Happy New Year!

Jim Pashek