APA California – Northern (Northern) serves city and regional planners, as well as related professionals, who primarily reside or work in northern California; it was established in the 1950s as one of the three original sections of APA California. Northern’s jurisdiction ranges from Monterey County to the Oregon border, including the nine-county San Francisco Bay Area, along with Lake and San Benito Counties. Northern facilitates continuing education and networking opportunities centered on urban planning. Its initiatives foster communication and information exchange about planning activities, raise public awareness regarding the significance of urban planning, and promote professionalism and ethical standards among its more than 1,400 members.

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November 2025 Northern News

November 6, 2025

Northern News November 2025 Edition, a publication of the American Planning Association, California Chapter, Northern Section.

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Where in the world

November 4, 2025

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Director’s notes

November 4, 2025

Halloween thrills, family joy with new grandson Monty, and the record-breaking “Waves of Change” conference set the season aglow! Inspired by amazing events and community…

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Apply for a current Northern board vacancy!

November 4, 2025

APA California – Northern is inviting individuals to engage with their community through board roles: Diversity Co-Director and South Bay Regional Activity Co-Coordinator. If you’re…

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Planners Emeritus Network (PEN) Oral History Project—the next chapter!

November 4, 2025

The PEN Oral History Project celebrates California’s trailblazing planners with annually updated interviews—14 inspiring conversations are already online, with five more debuting by November. These…

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APA California legislative update: November 2025

November 4, 2025

APA California’s VP for Policy and Legislation, Technical Advisors and Chapter Lobbyist presented an extended Legislative Update Session in Monterey, featuring Assemblymember Buffy Wicks. Governor’s…

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Looking to grow your leadership skills?

November 4, 2025

The California Planning Roundtable and APA California offer a six-month online Leadership Academy for planners with at least five years of experience. Registration is open…

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Fall 2025 AICP certification maintenance cycle update

November 4, 2025

The Fall 2025 AICP Certification process is here! Transfer your exam by November 24; take the exam between November 3–30. Submit your education, work experience,…

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Vote now! APA California & CPF 2026 board elections—deadline is November 14!

November 4, 2025

Vote now in the 2026 APA California & CPF board elections! Choose key leaders for open positions, including President-Elect, Vice Presidents, and CPF board members….

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  Planning Intern

  Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District
  Los Altos, CA
  • Posted on March 30, 2026
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  Employment Services

  County of Santa Cruz
  Santa Cruz
  • Posted on March 30, 2026
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  Mid- to Senior-level Interpretive Planner/Designer

  PlaceWorks
  Berkeley, Sacramento - CA
  • Posted on March 26, 2026
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  Disaster Preparedness and Resilience Specialist (AP 26-07)

  University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
  Davis
  • Posted on March 24, 2026
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  Administrative Analyst I

  City of Larkspur
  City of Larkspur Community Development Department
  • Posted on March 20, 2026
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  Assistant Planner

  City of Piedmont City by the Bay
  120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont, CA 94611
  • Posted on March 12, 2026
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  Community Development Director

  Fort Bragg, California
  Fort Bragg, California
  • Posted on March 11, 2026

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Director’s Notes

2026 has begun positively. From Brooklyn, I am pleased to announce the launch of the Northern Board’s Diversity+ Committee, the appointment of Diana Benitez as Treasurer, and numerous opportunities for member involvement. Please consult our awards page and contact us to participate in meaningful initiatives throughout this year.

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