Christine Richman
Director of Planning and Economic Development
GSBS Architects
Christine Richman is the Director of Planning and Economic Development at GSBS Architects, with over 35 years of experience in public and private sector planning. She helps municipalities grow sustainably by aligning long-term vision with practical action. Christine has led planning, urban design, and community development projects nationwide, including the Salt Lake City Lighting Master Plan, and is known for creative solutions to complex challenges. She is active in the Urban Land Institute and was formerly the Board President of the Community Development Corporation of Utah. A passion project for Christine, the Japantown Design Guidelines received the Beehive Award for Planning Excellence from APA Utah. At APA Utah, she will moderate a panel on dark skies, reflecting her commitment to thoughtful, community-centered planning.
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Shoot for the moon – even if you miss, you’ll land on practical applications of dark sky-friendly lighting »
2025 APA UT Spring Conference, May 7, 2025 8:00 pmThis evening tour will showcase shielded and customized light fixtures designed to minimize light pollution on the Utah State University (USU) campus. In partnership with USU's Planning and Sustainability Department, the tour will highlight best practices for night sky-friendly lighting and demonstrate practical applications of these fixtures. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with panel participants from the earlier conference session.
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Shoot for the moon, even if you miss, you’ll land on an implementable dark sky ordinance »
2025 APA UT Spring Conference, May 7, 2025 4:15 pmA star-filled sky connects us to nature and each other, but light pollution, growth, and development have made it invisible in many communities. From rural to urban areas, what if you could help reverse or prevent this? Implementing dark sky regulations and cultivating community support are key. Join our panel of leading technical experts as they share in-depth knowledge and practical insights on creating effective and tailored ordinances, avoiding common pitfalls, and building lasting support.
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