The legislative session is in full swing as hundreds of bills advance through policy committees. Key deadlines loom: April 24 for measures with fiscal impact and May 1 for others. APA California is engaged on high-profile planning bills, negotiating amendments, providing technical feedback, and supporting workable solutions for communities..
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By Reuben Duarte, Vice President for Policy and Legislation; Lauren De Valencia, APA California Lobbyist Hundreds of Planning-Related Bills Introduced Again The Legislature introduced more than 1,800 bills for the 2026 Legislative Session, and the year is already off to a fast start. APA California has identified over 300 bills of interest to planners, with
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APA California — Northern invites mid-career planners to help shape a new, relevant program. Share your thoughts through a brief survey to guide this initiative’s direction, ensuring it supports your professional growth and leadership goals. Your input will ensure the program meets the real needs of planners in Northern California.
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Congratulations to our newest board members and associates! Diana Benitez, Treasurer she/her Diana Benitez is a Richmond resident and the senior planner at Canal Alliance, a nonprofit working to break the generational cycle of poverty for Latino immigrants and their families in Marin County. She leads Nuestro Canal, Nuestro Futuro (NCNF), a resident-driven neighborhood vision
Join thousands of planning professionals at the 2026 National Planning Conference (NPC26), hosted by the American Planning Association, taking place April 25–28, 2026, in Detroit at the Huntington Place Convention Center. Can’t make it in person? Participate in the online conference May 27–29, 2026. NPC26 offers both in-person and virtual experiences to fit your schedule and needs.
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Discover how digital tools, professional empathy, and smart deadlines drive successful project management in city planning. Learn practical strategies to overcome challenges, foster collaboration, and better serve communities. Unlock tips for improving interdepartmental relationships and see how kindness, clarity, and teamwork help deliver timely, effective results for cities and counties. Dive into actionable insights now!
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The 2026 Trend Report for Planners, developed by APA and the Lincoln Institute, offers essential insights into emerging trends. It features scenario planning tools, deep dives, and interviews, helping planners prioritize actions, track evolving trends, and engage with the latest developments for strategic, innovative problem-solving.
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Michael B. “Mike” Teitz, Professor Emeritus at UC Berkeley, was a renowned institution-builder and scholar who shaped planning education, advanced research, and fostered community. His legacy endures through his students, colleagues, and lasting contributions to city and regional planning. He passed away at the age of 90 in 2025.
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The submission deadline is now March 8. The APA California — Northern Planning Awards honor innovation and excellence in planning, recognizing outstanding plans, projects, and members. Winners may advance to higher honors. The 2026 Awards application period is open; review the updated categories and criteria before submitting your entry.
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