Event Calendar
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If you like to have your event featured on the APA Colorado event calendar, please submit event information here! Questions? Please contact Admin@APAColorado.org. Thanks!
Sustainable Communities Division Annual Climate Symposium
Please join the Sustainable Communities Division for the fourth annual SCD Symposium. This year we are focusing on planner’s role in reducing carbon emissions and helping our communities adapt to a future climate. This year’s symposium will feature a keynote by Brian Ross, Vice President, Renewable Energy and Interim Vice President, Communities at the Great Plains Institute, a panel focusing on carbon reduction strategies and a panel on climate adaptation strategies for planners. More agenda information: https://www.apascd.com/annual-symposium
CM | 3.0
SR | 1.0
CM #TBD
2025 Trend Report for Planners
Join the APA Foresight team for the launch of the 2025 Trend Report for Planners and an engaging exploration of the emerging trends and signals shaping the year ahead. Discover the insights planners need to tackle uncertainties and create thriving, resilient communities. During this session, APA will unpack the most significant trends and patterns, empowering you to navigate challenges and lead the way in shaping a better future for our profession and our communities. Don’t miss this chance to stay ahead of the curve—shape the future with APA! The 2025 APA Trend Report for Planners is created in partnership with the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy.
Planning and Zoning for Child Care
The State of Michigan recognizes that a robust childcare system is an economic development issue. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation recently published a Child Care Readiness Toolkit which guides municipalities to better integrate child care into planning efforts, zoning codes, economic development strategies, and local policies and procedures, to become more child care ready.
CM | 1.5
CM #TBD
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
AICP Office Hours with APA National
The Spring 2025 AICP certification cycle will be here soon! Information about the One Path process, deadlines, exam prep materials, etc. can be found on the APA website. After reviewing the materials and FAQs, please register and join APA staff for a Q&A on any (or all!) of the following dates. Each session will last 60 minutes.
Office hours are open to members and nonmembers. Questions? Please email AICP@planning.org.
Introduction to AI & Ethics in County Planning
This session will introduce planners to the fundamentals of AI, the ethical implications of using AI in local government, and how to assess whether their county and its municipalities are ready to adopt AI. Topics will include the principles we aspire to uphold and specific rules of conduct, particularly as they relate to the adoption and use of technology. Our goal is to reinforce how these principles guide ethical planning and technology use across staff, government, and our communities.
CM | 1.5
E | 1.0
CM #TBD
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
Housing Strategies Peer Exchange
The Community Development Office within DOLA/DLG is hosting a monthly peer exchange series for local governments working on affordable housing strategies and land use issues. This interactive virtual series will take place on the third Thursday of each month from 9-10 a.m.
The intent of the series is to provide a forum for sharing challenges, successes, and innovative approaches – to learn from peer communities across Colorado who are implementing solutions to local housing challenges. Each month will feature a different topic with brief presentations from selected Colorado communities, with ample time allowed for questions and discussion.
Topics will be selected based on participant input.
Register for the series to add the Zoom event to your calendar and receive updates about future scheduled topics.
Mapping the Food Landscape: Using Healthy Food Walk Audits to Assess Local Food Systems
Healthy food walk audits provide a dynamic way to assess the food landscape in neighborhoods, evaluating availability, proximity, routes, and infrastructure needs. In this workshop, participants will learn how to use walk audits to gather data on the built environment’s influence on healthy food access, including identifying gaps in food availability, barriers in transportation routes, infrastructure challenges, and opportunities for growing and value-added production. Through real-world examples and collaborative activities, attendees will explore strategies for engaging residents in the auditing process, uncovering community-driven insights, and translating findings into actionable plans. This session will also discuss how walk audit results can shape policies, partnerships, and investments to build resilient and equitable food systems. Participants will leave equipped with tools and techniques to conduct walk audits in their communities and advocate for impactful changes in the local food landscape.
CM | 1.5
CM #9303640
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
Beyond the Rainbow Crosswalk: LGBTQ+ Preservation
Throughout the United States, LGBTQ+ enclaves have provided safe havens for historically marginalized sexual minorities. Yet factors including development pressures, gentrification and continued homophobia threaten these sacred spaces and their associated living heritage. In recent years, many cities have begun to recognize the value of sustaining LGBTQ+ historic and cultural sites within the broader urban fabric. Traditional preservation tools such as historic context statements, city landmarks and cultural resource surveys can ensure such sites are protected. Innovative concepts such as cultural districts can help drive municipal projects. Placemarkers such as commemorative artwork, flags, interpretive signage, and more can further elevate the visibility and identity of queer spaces. However, robust outreach and engagement is critical for community empowerment to ensure planning decisions are ultimately serving the best interests of historically excluded groups. This lively panel discussion will examine tools employed by three different cities, specifically San Francisco, Chicago and Raleigh. Presenters will share success stories of LGBTQ+ preservation, and necessary institutional frameworks to support such efforts. The session will highlight the importance of historic preservation as it relates to broader community stabilization. With lessons learned from this session, attendees can examine opportunities for LGBTQ+ preservation within their own communities.
CM | 1.5
E | 1.0
CM #TBD
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
AICP Office Hours with APA National
The Spring 2025 AICP certification cycle will be here soon! Information about the One Path process, deadlines, exam prep materials, etc. can be found on the APA website. After reviewing the materials and FAQs, please register and join APA staff for a Q&A on any (or all!) of the following dates. Each session will last 60 minutes.
Office hours are open to members and nonmembers. Questions? Please email AICP@planning.org.
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
Housing Strategies Peer Exchange
The Community Development Office within DOLA/DLG is hosting a monthly peer exchange series for local governments working on affordable housing strategies and land use issues. This interactive virtual series will take place on the third Thursday of each month from 9-10 a.m.
The intent of the series is to provide a forum for sharing challenges, successes, and innovative approaches – to learn from peer communities across Colorado who are implementing solutions to local housing challenges. Each month will feature a different topic with brief presentations from selected Colorado communities, with ample time allowed for questions and discussion.
Topics will be selected based on participant input.
Register for the series to add the Zoom event to your calendar and receive updates about future scheduled topics.
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
2025 National Planning Conference
Let's Meet in Denver!
NPC25 is your ultimate ticket to connect with your professional community. Join us in the vibrant city of Denver and immerse yourself in an inspiring network of peers that will empower you to analyze, imagine, and plan for the future of the planning profession.
Stay updated with the latest conference news, speaker announcements, and program highlights. Be the first to learn about exciting program details and access early-bird discounts.
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
Housing Strategies Peer Exchange
The Community Development Office within DOLA/DLG is hosting a monthly peer exchange series for local governments working on affordable housing strategies and land use issues. This interactive virtual series will take place on the third Thursday of each month from 9-10 a.m.
The intent of the series is to provide a forum for sharing challenges, successes, and innovative approaches – to learn from peer communities across Colorado who are implementing solutions to local housing challenges. Each month will feature a different topic with brief presentations from selected Colorado communities, with ample time allowed for questions and discussion.
Topics will be selected based on participant input.
Register for the series to add the Zoom event to your calendar and receive updates about future scheduled topics.
Web Skills & Platforms for Planners
As planners increasingly embrace digital tools, understanding the workings behind the web has become crucial. Just as “Code is the new concrete,” planners who understand the “infrastructure” of websites can more effectively engage with digital platforms to serve their communities. This webinar, Planning Webcast: Web Skills for Planners, will provide an essential foundation in web skills, equipping participants to evaluate, design, deploy, and maintain websites. Participants will gain insights into everything from user-friendly design principles to back-end fundamentals, collaboration with web developers , or key no-code platforms. The session will also highlight web tools like Google Sites, Wix, and AI-driven resources that simplify coding and optimize functionality. With knowledge of these tools, planners can confidently navigate and harness the potential of web technology to enhance their planning efforts. A Q&A will follow. The goal of this webinar is to equip planners with essential web skills and knowledge, enabling them to effectively evaluate, design, deploy, and maintain websites. Participants will also learn how to collaborate with web developers and utilize online tools to enhance their planning efforts through websites.
CM | 1.5
CM #9303639
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
Colorado Transportation Symposium
We’re in the process of finalizing the details for the 2025 event. More information coming soon!
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468
Legislative Committee Meeting
The Legislative Committee meets every other week at 12:00 pm MST. We look forward to seeing you there!
Google Meet joining info: https://meet.google.com/dbv-whwx-vhq
Or dial: (US) +1 781-739-0170 PIN: 786 302 539# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/dbv-whwx-vhq?pin=9175345320468