A story of bikes, belonging, and better cities By Tom Holub, founder of Totally Doable Consulting, February 23, 2026 I have lived car-free since 1990, when circumstances—a car breakdown with no money for repairs—led to me realizing that my life is better when I’m not driving. Since then, I have navigated the Bay Area using […]
Interviewed by Tom Holub, Technology Director Stephen Velyvis is an environmental and land use attorney for Burke, Williams and Sorenson. In that role, he works with public agencies and private corporations on land use and CEQA compliance cases. He has been the Northern Section’s Legislative Director since 2016, and sat down with Technology Director Tom
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In spite of all the craziness and losses in 2020, I’m so grateful for my family, good friends, and for my job as the City of San Jose’s Small Business Ally, which has allowed me to work from home to continue to serve my community — in particular minority, new immigrant, and vulnerable population small businesses that have been hit so hard by the ongoing pandemic. I’m also grateful to be able to give back to my profession by serving as the California Planning Foundation (CPF) President. Please help us reach our 2020 CPF Scholarship Fundraising goal by making a tax-deductible donation securely online.
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Don’t miss out on the annual Northern Section Holiday Party at the festive La Peña Cultural Center, a Berkeley icon since 1975. Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere among your friends and colleagues, with delicious food and drinks from Los Cilantros, and live music from the Wasska Project. For tickets, please register here and join us for a fun evening of laughter and
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On June 7th, 2019 the American Planning Association of Northern California will host its annual Awards Gala at the Starline Lounge (2236 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Oakland). Join us to honor innovative plans, projects, and distinguished APA members, and meet and mingle with Northern Section planners. As in the years past we expect over 100 participants.
We want to invite you to participate as one of our sponsors. We have three new revamped sponsorship levels. Choose one and show your support for great planning!
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By Tom Holub, May 3, 2019. I love how cycling changes my experience of moving through the city, and I love sharing that experience with others. The idea of an urban geography tour is to help participants gain greater understanding of the city and its planning issues. This tour began by riding on Oakland’s first protected bike lanes …
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