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DEI Summer Book Club

Announcing the DEI Book Club Summer Book! Reclaiming Your Community, You Don’t Have to Move Out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better...


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Listening Session: Housing

Join members of the California Planning Roundtable and the California Chapter for an in-depth facilitated listening session (not a solving session!) to hear...


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March 13, 2023

San Joaquin Valley REAP Workshop Series – AFFH Spring 2023 Workshop Series

About the AFFH Workshop Series Three virtual workshops for San Joaquin Valley jurisdictions and housing stakeholders to hear from experts about the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) requirements for the sixth cycle housing element update process.  The workshops will feature technical assistance providers discussing the various aspects and requirements of AFFH. The three-workshop mini-series is part of the ongoing workshop series of the San Joaquin Valley Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) program.   Learning Objectives 
  • Review AFFH requirements and objectives.
  • Learn about outreach and site selection considerations.
  • Learn how technical assistance providers are available to help jurisdictions with the AFFH process, including consultation with HCD (CA Housing and Community Development).
  Speaker Biographies Veronica Tam, Veronica Tam and Associates Ms. Tam has expertise in the areas of housing policy development and community development planning. She has over 20 years of experience preparing a range of housing and community development plans and studies for jurisdictions throughout California. veronica.tam@vtaplanning.com   Brenna Weatherby, Rincon Consultants Brenna Weatherby has 19 years of experience in city planning, long range community planning, discretionary permit processing, and environmental analyses throughout California. Her areas of expertise include planning and zoning compliance, General Plan, Specific and Master Plan Preparation, housing development, community outreach, CEQA/NEPA analysis and compliance, and local facilities analysis. Breanna is currently leading Housing Element updates and public engagement efforts in the cities of Carlsbad, Vista, Corona, and Banning. bweatherby@rinconconsultants.com   Winnie Fong, Estolano Advisors Winnie Fong joined Estolano Advisors in June 2014. Winnie is a planner focused on transit-oriented development that balances both housing and transportation needs. She co-founded the LA Chinatown Community Land Trust in 2021. She completed the UCLA Community Collaborate program in June 2020 and co-wrote a study on De-Commodifying Housing during COVID-19, which highlights anti-displacement policies and initiatives, including the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) which she is currently advocating in Los Angeles County. She also completed the Dignity-Infused Planning and Community Engagement (DICE) program from the Thrivance Group with a focus in housing. winnie@estolanoadvisors.com   Download the Event Flyer HERE Register HERE
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December 6, 2022

San Joaquin Valley REAP Workshop Series – Recent California Housing Laws

Learn about significant new housing laws affecting the way housing is planned and developed in communities. This is part of the ongoing San Joaquin Valley REAP Webinar Series. Panelist will also review a dynamic planning guidebook created through the REAP process for jurisdictions in the San Joaquin Valley. 1 AICP CM Credit offered (CM #9260602). Speakers Include:
  • Matthew Gerken, AECOM
  • Lorena Cordova, AECOM
  • Randy Hatch, Hatch Planning and Consultation
Download the Event Flyer HERE Register HERE
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November 30, 2022

APA, AEP & WTS Holiday Mixer

Piazza Del Panne Italian Cafe
8043 North Cedar Avenue Fresno, CA 93726
APA, AEP & WTS Holiday Mixer Wednesday, November 30, 2022  | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Piazza del Pane (Cedar and Nees location) - 8043 N. Cedar Ave. in Fresno Register Here Join us for an evening of appetizers, drinks, and socializing.  Participate in a fun icebreaker for a chance to win raffle prizes!  Alcoholic Beverages available for purchase.  Friends and family welcome!  APA, AEP, and/or WTS Members are FREE.  Non-members are $10 each.
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November 1, 2022

CART College and Career Fair

Center for Advanced Research and Technology (CART) College and Career Fair 2022 The CART Vision is to create an environment where the students learn to use their minds well, to apply what they have learned in school to life long endeavors, to be technologically literate, and to develop the skills and self confidence to succeed in a globally competitive workforce. It is a combined effort of Fresno Unified and Clovis Unified School District's. Join CART on November 1st for their 2022 College and Career Fair!  Both AM and PM Sessions are available: AM Session: 8:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. PM Session: 1:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.   Download the Event Flyer HERE Access CART's Website HERE   For additional information, email ahigginbotham@student.cart.org
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October 18, 2022

San Joaquin Valley REAP Workshop Series – Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in the San Joaquin Valley (Part 2)

A FREE Virtual Workshop to learn about implementing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the San Joaquin Valley. The workshop will serve as a “Part 2” to the SJV REAP Housing Workshop: ADUs in the San Joaquin Valley that was held in August 2021. The workshop will cover practical tips to implementing ADUs in your jurisdiction and will introduce a suite of tools created specifically for Valley communities through the SJV REAP Valley wide ADU Program including but not limited to ADU ordinance template, standard ADU plans and elevations, and informational handouts and guides. The workshop will also introduce a new opportunity for technical assistance to customize the suite of tools for your jurisdiction. Speakers Include: - Bonique Emerson, MAUP, AICP - Jenna Chilingerian, MCRP, AICP Candidate Download the Event Flyer HERE Register HERE
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August 30, 2022

San Joaquin Valley REAP Workshop Series – Annexation 101

A free Virtual Workshop for San Joaquin Valley jurisdictions and stakeholders to hear from housing planning experts about the annexation process in California.  Topics will include Tax Sharing Agreements, Outreach, Planning, and Service Delivery.  The workshop is part of the ongoing workshop series of the San Joaquin Valley Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) program. Speakers Include: - Dave Fey, Fresno LAFCo Executive Officer (Retired) - Randy Hatch, Hatch Planning Consultation Download the Event Flyer HERE Register HERE
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August 24, 2022

DEI Summer Book Club

Announcing the DEI Book Club Summer Book! Reclaiming Your Community, You Don't Have to Move Out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better One, by Majora Carter Book Info Here   Grab the book and join us for a Virtual Discussion: Wednesday, August 24 from Noon to 1 p.m. RSVP Here (Zoom link to follow)   Questions? Contact Casey Lauderdale (casey.lauderdale@fresno.gov) or Mario Anaya (manaya@tulare.ca.gov)
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July 29, 2022

SB 9 & ADU Law: The Toilsome Twosome

SB 9 & ADU Law: The Toilsome Twosome Friday, July 29, 2022 11:00 am to 12:00 noon CM Law | 1.00 (ID#9252591) Register Here Download the Event Flyer Here Looking for a timely legal topic to help fulfill your mandatory CM credits for Law?  Or just want to learn more about how to apply the latest housing legislation?  Join us for this informational discussion. Questions?  Contact Libby Tyler, FAICP, Northern Section Ethics Director, at ethics@norcalapa.org (217) 493-4372
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June 28, 2022

San Joaquin Valley REAP Workshop Series – Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing

A free Virtual Workshop for San Joaquin Valley jurisdictions and housing stakeholders to hear from housing planning experts about the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing requirements for Housing Element updates.  The workshop is intended to better inform Valley planners about what they need to know to plan and meet AFFH requirements. The workshop is part of the ongoing workshop series of the San Joaquin Valley Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) program. Speakers Include: - Lucy Rollins, Placeworks - Veronica Tam, Veronica Tam and Associates Download the Event Flyer HERE Register HERE  
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June 26, 2022All Day

3-Day Mammoth Lakes Field Trip

Exploring Planning and Environmental Issues in the Sierra Nevada Mountains

Join the APA Central Section and AEP Central Chapter June 24-26, 2022 as we learn, network and explore the east side of of the Sierra Nevada Range!  AICP CM credits will be offered in various categories. Event Materials: Agenda 6/25 Morning Session Details 6/25 Morning Session Presentation  6/25 Afternoon Session Details 6/25 Afternoon Session Presentation 6/26 Morning Session Details 6/26 Morning Session Presentation 6/26 Morning Session Presentation 2 6/26 Morning Session Parking Map (Hayden Cabin)   Additional Support Info: California Planning Roundtable: Sierra at Risk Planning in the Eastern Sierra: Improving Intergovernmental Coordination, Public Involvement, and Land Use Decisions (2002)   For Details, Registration Rates, Hotel Reservations, Program Content, COVID Protocol & More, CLICK HERE
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