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News from GPA District 5
August 5, 2026
News from GPA District 5

The City of Warner Robins proudly hosted the District 5 Georgia Planning Association meeting on Thursday, June 11, at Rigby's Entertainment Complex, bringing together planning professionals from...


2026 Election Notice
August 5, 2026
2026 Election Notice

APA/GPA members, the election for leadership in the Georgia Chapter and nationally is here, and we need your VOTE! The election ballot will be emailed to you and available from August 5 through...


GPA Award Nominations Window is Open
June 9, 2026
GPA Award Nominations Window is Open

The Georgia Chapter of the American Planning Association (GPA) is pleased to announce the opening of its annual Awards Program application...


Climate Planning Book Club
June 2, 2026
Climate Planning Book Club

Join the Climate Action Committee (CAC) virtually for our summer book club on July 8, at 12 pm! We will be discussing "From the Ground Up: Local Efforts to Create Resilient Cities" by Alison Sant....


President’s Message – May 2026
May 7, 2026
President’s Message – May 2026

At the National Planning Conference held in Detroit April 25-28, GPA showed up and showed out! Over 40 Georgia planners attended and 13 presented at sessions. Many chapter members and Georgia Tech...


Karen B. Smith Chapter Achievement Award
May 7, 2026
Karen B. Smith Chapter Achievement Award

The Georgia Chapter was recognized with the Karen B. Smith Chapter Achievement Award for Outstanding Service to Members for its Mentor Program. The Karen B. Smith Chapter Award recognizes chapters...