Celebrate late-summer connections with Northern as we look ahead to the September 17 Awards Gala, new professional development webinars, and the APA California Conference in Los Angeles. Plus, join us in thanking departing Board members and welcoming a leadership transition in 2027.
Director’s Notes: Fall 2026 Read More »
More than 115 Northern California planners shared what mid-career professionals need most: practical skill-building, meaningful networking, support through the transition to management, and candid conversations about technology, organizational politics, and burnout. See how their feedback is shaping the APA Northern California Mid-Career Program’s first events.
Heard You Loud and Clear: Results from the Mid-career Interest Survey Read More »
California’s 2026 legislative session concluded with major developments for planners, including proposed environmental justice requirements under AB 1457, new optional funding for local plan updates, and unresolved wildfire liability reforms. APA California is monitoring the Governor’s actions through September 30 and will share implementation guidance and funding details as they become available.
APA California Legislative Update: September 2026 Read More »
Board service is a meaningful way to support APA Northern Section and the planning profession. Learn more and find your opportunity to volunteer today!
Northern’s allied professional organizations offer events and programs in a variety of formats that you may find align well with your professional and continuing education goals.
Allied organizations: Upcoming events and programs Read More »
Bay Area cities are making decisions that shape housing, transportation, clean energy, and climate resilience. This roundup covers Fremont’s long-stalled housing project, Sunnyvale’s new Beam shared-ride service, Benicia’s potential Valero settlement-funded green transition, and San Francisco’s debate over street-tree requirements and permitting reform.
What We’re Reading | August 31 and September 1-4, 2026 Read More »
With California’s 2026 legislative session nearing its August 31 deadline, lawmakers are finalizing budget, climate, and wildfire priorities while hundreds of bills advance to the governor. APA California continues to track nearly 300 measures, provide technical expertise, and advocate for planning professionals statewide.
APA California Legislative Update: August 2026 Read More »
California’s 2026 legislative session concluded with major developments for planners, including proposed environmental justice requirements under AB 1457, new optional funding for local plan updates, and unresolved wildfire liability reforms. APA California is monitoring the Governor’s actions through September 30 and will share implementation guidance and funding details as they become available.
APA California Legislative Update: September 2026 Read More »
This week’s Bay Area stories spotlight a stalled shipyard plan, an unfunded East Oakland shoreline trail, Market Street’s persistent rail-track danger, and a regional transit tax headed to voters—revealing the tough choices behind safer, more accessible, and publicly trusted infrastructure.
What We’re Reading | August 24-28, 2026 Read More »
