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  • GPA Award Nominations Open

    GPA is pleased to announce the opening of its 2024 Awards Program application cycle beginning Monday, June 10, 2024. 

  • Climate Action Committee Meeting and Field Trip

    Middle Georgia Regional Commission 3661 Eisenhower Parkway, Suite MB102, Macon, GA, United States

    Meeting followed by tour of the Robins Solar Project & Echeconnee Creek WMA Expansion.

    Free

  • GPA Programs Committee Meeting

    GPA members interested in getting involved in the Fall and/or Spring Conference planning can attend the GPA Programs committee meeting held virtually.

  • 2024 ConnectATL: The Future of Mobility and Community

    Georgia World Congress Center 285 International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA, United States

    The Atlanta Regional Commission is excited to invite you to attend this year's ConnectATL event with our friends from the Georgia Department of Transportation. We have crafted an incredible day […]

  • Community Action for Climate Change Webinar

    This webinar, featuring Cate Mingoya, Author of Climate Action for Busy People, and Mara Parker, Montgomery County, MD Climate Adaptation Program Manager, will present a roadmap with helpful case studies for anyone who wants to boost their community’s climate resilience and move the needle toward environmental justice. 1.5 AICP CM credits

  • GPA Programs Committee Meeting

    The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to […]

  • The Intersection Quality Development Conference – Where Housing & Infrastructure Meet

    With housing still top of mind in our metro’s now 89 local governments, we continue this conversation this year, through the lens of infrastructure. It is high-quality and sustainable infrastructure that makes our developments work, and as a region and state, we must prioritize this investment to support the expected population growth and ensure housing continues to be built. Attend this event. 4 CM credits approved.

  • Joint GAITE-GPA Meeting

    Sandy Springs Conference Center 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs, GA, United States

    Attend this joint meeting and lunch to hear about local government efforts around planning and designing safer streets and roads using federal Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) funding. Panel will feature a variety of speakers from government agencies. PDHs and CM credits available.

  • Fall Conference Session Submission Deadline

    The session proposal window for the GPA Fall Conference scheduled for October 9-11 in Augusta is now open. GPA is accepting submissions until Friday, August 16 at 11:59 pm.

  • GPA Programs Committee Meeting

    The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to […]

  • Metro Atlanta Climate Action Plan Kickoff – Virtual

    The Atlanta Regional Commission is developing the Metro Atlanta Climate Action Plan (MACAP) for the 29-county Atlanta Metropolitan Statistical Area and invites you to participate.

    Free

  • AICP Diversity Scholarship Deadline

    Interested in a scholarship to take the AICP Certification? The window to apply for the AICP Certification Diversity Scholarship for the Fall Exam closes August 29, 2024 at 3:00 pm […]

  • GPA Programs Committee Meeting

    The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to […]

  • Georgia Tech School of City & Regional Planning Fall 2024 Reception

    Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons 266 4th St., NW, Atlanta, GA, United States

    Professional networking reception for School of City & Regional Planning students, alumni, faculty, and fellow planning, GIS, urban analytics, and global development professionals

  • GPA Programs Committee Meeting

    The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to […]

  • Park(ing) Day 2024

    Join MARTA, Midtown Alliance, King of Pops and more for Park(ing) Day 2024, hosted by the Georgia Tech Student Planning Association. Come experience parking spaces transformed into vibrant community-driven pockets of creativity with music, art, games, and interactive fun along 5th St. NW next to Tech Square.

  • Conference Sponsorships Due

    Reach planners throughout the state of Georgia -- become a Fall Conference Sponsor! Consider becoming a conference sponsor! GPA offers a variety of sponsorship levels and benefits to highlight your […]

  • Fall 2024 Happy Hour RSVP Deadline

    GPA’s Emerging Planners Group and Mentor Program are partnering to host a happy hour celebrating 10 years of the GPA Mentor Program.  All are welcome to attend during the Fall Conference! If you have participated in the Mentor Program as a mentor, mentee, committee member, or speaker, this will be a great opportunity to reconnect. RSVP by October 2.

  • Fall Community Planning Institute

    DuBose Porter Conference Center 560 Pinehill Road, Dublin, GA, United States

    DCA’s Office of Planning has selected the City of Dublin to host our Fall Community Planning Institute Oct. 3-4, 2024. Limited spots available and registration is now open.

    $275

  • GPA Programs Committee Meeting

    The GPA Programs Committee is meeting every other Thursday morning at noon if you’d like to assist in the Fall Conference. Please email Kyethea Clark, GPA VP of Programs to […]

  • 2024 GPA Fall Conference – CANCELLED

    Please note the due to the ongoing impacts of Hurricane Helene, the 2024 Fall Conference in Augusta has been cancelled. GPA will be issuing refunds for registration fees. Please allow […]

  • Electric Highways and Harbors Workshop

    Please join The Electrification Coalition for Electric Highways and Harbors, a free workshop discussing the state of medium- and heavy-duty electrification in Florida and Georgia. This event will convene leaders in the medium- and heavy-duty electrification field to discuss progress being made to reduce our dependence on oil and opportunities to deploy electric fleets and charging infrastructure across the state.

    Free

  • GPA/NWGRC/GAZA Half Day Training

    Georgia Highlands College 5441 Highway 20 NE, Cartersville, GA, United States

    Transportation planning and Land Use Law planning training event will take place in Cartersville at Georgia Highlands College on Hwy 20 approximately one mile west of I-75 exit 290. Lunch […]

    Free

  • Conference Alternatives Survey Due

    Our team has been working diligently to explore alternative programming options, specifically for those needing APA-required Certified Maintenance (CM) credits. To ensure we offer valuable content and maximize participation, we […]

  • Sustainability in Action Roundtable (SART) – Affordable Housing

    St. Luke's 435 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, Georgia

    Join Southface for an engaging and impactful Affordable Housing Panel Discussion, where there will be an open, honest discussion about the critical issues affecting housing in the Greater Metro Atlanta area.

  • Zoning Code Basics Information Session

    EPG is hosting an information session on Zoning Code Basics. Participants will receive foundational knowledge on how zoning ordinances are created and implemented. Ideal for new planners, or for those who need to brush up on their zoning knowledge! Earn 1 CM credit.

  • GPA Mentor Program Applications Due

    Interested in participating in next year’s Mentor program? The 2025 Mentor Committee application cycle is open through November 25, 2024, 11:59 pm!

  • FAICP Nominations Due through GPA

    Members of GPA are eligible for consideration if they have been members of AICP for 10 years or more, are members in good standing of AICP, and have achieved excellence […]

  • Climate Action Committee Meeting (Virtual)

    New and returning participants are welcome. We will be discussing our first field trip of 2025, plans and obstacles, and the baton will be passed to new leadership.

  • EPG Holiday Happy Hour

    Three Taverns Imaginarium 777 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA, United States

    EPG is hosting a holiday happy hour at Three Taverns Imaginarium! This event is open to anyone interested in stopping by, and we would love to see everybody before the holidays!

  • Shedding Light on Sunshine Laws and Other Public Records Requests

    The APA Florida Chapter is hosting a FREE webinar that may be beneficial for those outside of the Sunshine State. Learn the legal elements of working as a planner in a state with broad Sunshine Laws, addressing such questions. 1 Law CM credit.

  • APA Women & Planning Bookclub

    You're invited to the APA Women & Planning Bookclub! We’re kicking off 2025 with a fantastic lineup of books that spark meaningful conversations and inspire fresh perspectives. This January, we’ll […]

  • APA Women & Planning Division Annual Business Meeting

    Calling all APA Members and APA Women & Planning Division (WPD) members. Join us for APA WPD's State of the Division and Annual Business Meeting. Whether you’re an active member, a book club participant, or simply interested in learning more about APA WPD, we’d love to see you on Zoom!

  • Annual Climate Symposium

    The Annual Climate Symposium presented by the APA Sustainable Communities Division will explore local climate action mitigation and adaptation. Virtual.

  • How AI Can Enhance ADA Compliant GIS Solutions

    This session explores how Artificial Intelligence is enhancing GIS to help planners create more inclusive and accessible mapping environments that comply to ADA standards. By leveraging AI tools, planners can identify issues more efficiently and make proactive, data-driven decisions that address emerging challenges.

    Free

  • Georgia Academy for Economic Development – The Essentials

    Colquitt EMC-Moultrie 16 Rowland Drive NE, Moultrie, GA, United States

    The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials. The cost is $195.00 for the day-session. Learn More.

    $195

  • 2025 Training for Planning Officials – Spring

    2025 Training for Planning Officials – Spring
    Atlanta Regional Commission Office 229 Peachtree St., NE, Ste 100, Atlanta, GA, United States

    This training provides knowledge, resources, and tools that give local planning commission members and others involved in the planning process confidence in making educated, effective decisions to help shape their communities. This is a multi-part series of four sessions, spread over the course of four months.

    $200

  • Early Pricing Ends for Spring Conference Registration

    Early Registration Savings End Soon! Register by Friday, February 28 to lock in the biggest savings. Prices increase on Saturday, March 1—so don’t wait! Secure your spot today and join us for an exciting and informative conference!