Which year was the Americans with Disabilities Act passed?
Correct Answer: A
Explanation C. Empowerment Zones/Enterprise Zones D. Telecommunications Act
Question 12
Brownfield reuse assessments should consider: I. Market receptiveness to remediated sites II. Architectural standards III. Surrounding uses IV. Opportunities for funding and partnerships
Correct Answer: D
Brownfield reuse assessments evaluate the feasibility of redeveloping contaminated sites, focusing on practical and economic factors. I (market receptiveness) assesses demand for the sitepost-remediation. III (surrounding uses) ensures compatibility with nearby development. IV (funding and partnerships) identifies resources for cleanup and redevelopment. II (architectural standards) is not a primary concern, as it pertains to design, not feasibility. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Areas of Practice," states, "Brownfield assessments should evaluate market demand, compatibility with surrounding uses, and funding opportunities." TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, "Key considerations for brownfield reuse include market receptiveness, surrounding uses, and funding/partnerships, but not architectural standards," supporting option D (I, III, and IV). References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Brownfield Redevelopment.
Question 13
Which of the following is usually the direct responsibility of the planning director, rather than the city manager?
Correct Answer: B
A planning director's role typically includes responsibilities directly related to land use, development, and environmental planning, such as floodplain management, which involves zoning, permitting, and ensuring development complies with flood regulations. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Administration and Management," lists "floodplain management" as a core responsibility of planning directors, as it falls within their purview of regulating land use and development. In contrast, a city manager oversees broadermunicipal operations, including economic development (A: job growth/decline), financial management (C: property tax rates), and overall strategic planning (D: strategic goal setting). TheCPC Study Manual(2024) notes that "planning directors are responsible for managing land use policies, including floodplain management," while city managers handle fiscal and administrative duties like tax rates and economic strategies. Thus, option B is the correct answer. References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Planning Administration.
Question 14
The movement of cotton textile mills from New England to the South represented a trade-off between outlays for:
Correct Answer: C
The migration of cotton textile mills from New England to the South in the late 19th and early 20th centuries was driven by cost advantages, primarily lower labor and land costs in the South. Option C (labor and land) reflects this trade-off-mills moved to access cheaper non-unionized labor and more affordable land, despite potential increases in transport costs. The APA'sAICP Certification Exam Content Outline(2022), under "Fundamental Planning Knowledge," states, "The movement of textile mills to the South was a trade-off between high labor and land costs in New England and lower costs in the South." Options A, B, and D (involving rent, fuel, transport) were less significant factors. TheCPC Study Manual(2024) confirms, "Mills moved South for cheaper labor and land, accepting other cost trade-offs," supporting option C. References: APA AICP Certification Exam Content Outline (2022), CPC Study Manual (2024), APA PAS Report on Industrial Migration.
Question 15
What is the programming period for a CIP?
Correct Answer: D
Explanation Remember the Capital Improvement Budget is only one year, typically
