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June 11, 2025

Caltrans District Directors Luncheon

Join us for a special luncheon as we welcome the newly appointed District Directors of Caltrans District 10, Grace Magsayo, and District 6, Michael Navarro, as well as guest speaker Christine Casey, Deputy Secretary for Freight Policy at California State Transportation Agency! This is a unique opportunity to meet the leaders shaping transportation across the Central Valley regions, learn about their priorities, and engage in a panel conversation about the future of mobility in our communities. Enjoy a delicious lunch while networking with industry professionals, agency partners, and community leaders. Let’s come together to celebrate new leadership, foster regional connections and support innovation and progress in our transportation systems. Register Now - Click Here!

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March 26, 2025

Planner’s Lunch March 2025

First Planners Lunch of 2025

Lunch from 12-1 pm at Amigos Restaurant and Cantina 5113 W Walnut Ave, Visalia, CA Planners lunch flyer

Come network with Tulare and Kings County planners! 

RSVP by March 17, 2025, to Christine Chavez at Christine.Chavez@QKinc.com 1-559-733-0440 Cost:  $18-$25 per person
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March 10, 2025All Day

APA California Chapter – Central Section 2025 Planning Awards

American Planning Association California Chapter - Central Section 2025 Planning Awards

Seeking Award Nominations and Jurors! Due Date for both: Monday, March 10, 2025

The purpose of our Section Awards Program is to encourage quality and innovation in the planning profession, recognizing outstanding achievement in our section’s geographic boundaries. The Central Section is comprised of Fresno, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Mono, Stanislaus, Tulare, and Tuolumne Counties. Call for Jurors and Nominations
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March 6, 2025

Fresno, CA – Introduction to Incremental Development Lecture

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  • 846 F Street, Fresno, CA, 93706, United States (map)

Do you want to learn more about how you can become a small real estate developer for a project in your neighborhood?  Are you an advocate or local leader looking to encourage better buildings in your community?

Join us for a lecture by Alli Thurmond Quinlan, Acting Executive Director and Faculty Member at IncDev Alliance and Principal Architect and Landscape Architect at flintlocklab.

Details

This effort is funded by the Chinatown Fresno Foundation. Chinatown Fresno Foundation’s mission is to unite the community, honor the heritage, strengthen business and property assets, and build vibrancy in the Chinatown Fresno neighborhood.

Join us for a free lecture by Alli Thurmond Quinlan, IncDev Acting Director, Faculty Member and Principal Architect and Landscape Architect for flintlocklab. She will provide an overview of what incremental development is, why it currently is so difficult, and what concerned citizens can start to do about it, so we can reinvest in the places we love.

Food and beverages will be provided from some of Chinatown Fresno’s favorite local restaurants. Expect sushi from Central Fish, flautas from La Esperanza and cookies from Panderia Vista Hermosa. Water and lemonade will also be available for attendees.

**This lecture will be taking place in-person and is in PST.

To secure your spot at this lecture, please RSVP using the form at this link.

Photo credit: Fresno Bee

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March 4, 2025

CenCal APA presents… Law & Order: A Legislative Update

2024 Legislation Update PowerPoint Presentation Recording - still time to watch!

About:

In the regulatory setting of California, laws are constantly changing, whether in the Legislature, in the Courts, or through creation of agency rules and policies that are especially heinous.  The unfortunate but dedicated souls tasked with deciphering and implementing these dynamic requirements belong to an elite force of professionals known as the Practicing Planners of CenCal APA.  These are their stories. Join the Central Section on March 4, 2025, for an update on the most important changes from 2024, as we present legislation, case law, and personal anecdotes designed to enhance your understanding of the planning profession and ensure that you’re providing the best possible service and advice to the public, your employers, and your peers. Law & Order Leg Update Flyer AICP CMs pending Law & Order graphic with information about the event

Speakers:

Jeffrey O'Neal, AICP

Principal Planner, Provost & Pritchard CenCal APA Legislative Liaison About Jeffrey  

Jarred Olsen, AICP

Senior Planner, Provost & Pritchard CenCal APA Director for Administration and Finance About Jarred
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March 3, 2025All Day

San Joaquin Valley Blueprint Awards Nominations Due

Nomination Flyer 2025 San Joaquin Valley Blueprint Awards Date Extended 022525 GV06 2025 San Joaquin Valley Blueprint Awards: Call for Nominations Now Open! The San Joaquin Valley Blueprint Awards program recognizes outstanding planning and development achievements in the built environment. By showcasing projects that reflect the Blueprint Principles, we aim to highlight visually appealing, functional, and eco-friendly initiatives that can serve as models for the Valley. The San Joaquin Valley Regional Planning Agencies, along with the Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG), which is hosting the 2025 Policy Conference, are proud to announce the 2025 San Joaquin Valley Blueprint Awards! This event represents a collaborative effort between the regional planning agencies and the California Central Section of the American Planning Association (APA). Each year, we celebrate outstanding development projects, planning initiatives, and individuals who embody the spirit of the San Joaquin Valley. These awards highlight the significant contributions we make together to improve the quality of life in our region. The awards program is based on the Blueprint Process, a regional planning initiative that began over 16 years ago. This process established guiding principles* for smart land use, multimodal transportation, and environmentally responsible policies, with the goal of fostering vibrant, inclusive, and thriving communities throughout the Valley. Awards will be presented during the 18th Annual San Joaquin Valley Regional Policy Conference on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Merced Theatre located at 301 W. Main Street. Please review the Nomination Packet and nominate deserving recipients who reflect the dedication and innovation of our region. The link to the Nomination Packet is:  https://bit.ly/40rGmRG. Nomination Deadline: March 3, 2025, 11:59 pm (via email) Georgiena Vivian, San Joaquin Valley Regional Planning Agencies’ Coordinator Email: gvivian@vrpatechnologies.com *Blueprint Principles On April 1, 2009, the San Joaquin Valley Regional Policy Council adopted a list of Smart Growth Principles, known as the "Blueprint Principles," to guide Blueprint planning in the San Joaquin Valley, including:
  1. Create a range of housing opportunities and choices
  2. Create walkable and bikeable neighborhoods
  3. Encourage community and stakeholder collaboration
  4. Foster distinctive, attractive communities with a strong sense of place
  5. Make development decisions predictable, fair, and cost-effective
  6. Promote a mix of land uses
  7. Preserve open space, farmland, natural beauty, and critical environmental areas
  8. Provide a variety of transportation choices
  9. Strengthen and direct development toward existing communities
  10. Take advantage of compact building design
  11. Enhance the economic vitality of the region
  12. Support actions that encourage environmental resource management
  13. Plan for future water needs
These principles remain applicable today and align with current climate, social, environmental, transportation, and housing goals at the state and federal levels.
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December 31, 2024

Fall 2024 AICP Certification Cycle

One Path to AICP:  Fall 2024 AICP Certification Cycle Now Open

AICP Certification brings value to your career, the organization you work for, and the communities you serve. Do you want to demonstrate your expertise, show your commitment to professional ethics, distinguish yourself in the job market, and keep your planning skills in tip-top shape? Good news! One Path to AICP streamlines the certification process.

Fall 2024 AICP Certification Cycle

STEP 1: REGISTRATION

Closed Thursday, October 31, 2024 Transfer Deadline: Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:00 pm CST

STEP 2: EXAM

Exam Window: November 4-30, 2024

STEP 3: EXPERIENCE

Opens: Monday, December 2, 2024 at 9:00 am CST Closes: Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 3:00 pm CST Best of luck to CenCal APA Section members participating in the Fall 2024 AICP Certification Cycle! Don’t stress, just do your best!
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