Colorado Planning Conference
2025 Western Slope Planning Conference
Peaks to Plains: Planning Across Colorado's Diverse Landscape
October 23 - 24, 2025
Grand Junction, Colorado
Join us for the premier event for planners and community leaders across the state. We'll head to Grand Junction this year for the opportunity to earn 11 CM credits through a full day of sessions on October 23rd and a half day of sessions the morning of October 24th. This conference will feature a dynamic lineup of sessions, mobile tours, and networking opportunities that highlight innovative planning practices, local and national trends, and the unique challenges facing Colorado communities. Join us to exchange ideas, gain professional development, and celebrate the impact of planning in shaping vibrant, resilient places.
Call for Sessions NOW OPEN
APA Colorado encourages proposals from all planners and all subject matters - whether you're an experienced planner or coming with fresh eyes, all planners are encouraged to propose a session that they think will benefit other planners.
A mix of presentation types and time-frames from 30 minutes to one hour are included, so there is space for everyone. Share your successes, challenges, or even a space to commiserate together and think thoughtfully about how to move forward and help communities make progress. This conference is all about what makes our work fun, exciting, difficult, meaningful, and rewarding. The review committee looks forward to reviewing your 2025 Western Slope Planning Conference proposal!
Important Dates - Call for Sessions
May 15: Call for Sessions opens
June 30: Call for Sessions closes
July 1 - 20: Professional Development Committee reviews session submittals
July 20 - 30: Session selection communication
August 1: Program Published
Important Dates - Registration
July 15 - August 14: Registration Open - Early Bird Rates
August 15 - September 15: Registration Open - Regular Rates
September 15: Registration Closes
Registration Rates
| Early Bird - July 15 to August 15 | Regular Rates - August 16 to September 15 | Late Rates - September 16 to onsite (if space is available only, not guaranteed) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| APA Member | $200 | $250 | $350 |
| Non-Member | $250 | $300 | $400 |
| Planning Commissioner | $225 | $275 | $375 |
| Students | $50 | $50 | $100 |
| Mobile Tours | $25 | $25 | $45 |
| Awards Ceremony Only | $75 | $75 | $75 |
Call for Sponsors
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