April 14, 2022
UGA Masters of Urban Planning and Design: Spring 2022 Resume Book
The University of Georgia Master of Urban Planning and Design (MUPD) Program is proud to present the resumes of our 2022 and 2023...
Recent news about the GPA, Georgia, legislation, and more.
April 13, 2022
End of the 2021-2022 Georgia General Assembly Update
The last day of the 2021-2022 Georgia General Assembly Session was April 4, 2022. This biennial session saw the introduction of over 4,500 bills and resolutions, and the GPA Policy and Advocacy...
March 31, 2022
President’s Message: Spring is here. Get out there!
Living in Savannah in March means festivals, parades, farmers' markets, and beach time. This year, we've been reveling with the best of them. I've had more than one fruitful conversation about zoning...
March 31, 2022
Policy and Advocacy Committee Update
Sine Die, the final day of this year's Georgia General Assembly (GGA) Regular Session, is coming up on April 4. The PAC would like to provide an update on the following...
March 15, 2022
Please Act Today-Oppose HB 1406 and HB 713/SB 535
The GPA Policy and Advocacy Committee has actively been tracking bills at the State General Assembly and has three bills that it recommended for opposition. The Executive Committee approved an...
March 15, 2022
One Path to AICP Certification
AICP certification adds value and credibility to our profession and demonstrates a level of expertise on a wide range of planning...
March 15, 2022
Women’s History Month: Spotlight on Toni Griffin
In honor of Women’s History Month, the GPA Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee is highlighting Toni L. Griffin, a highly esteemed female planner and one of the nation’s leading...
March 1, 2022
Let’s Take it Outside: More Public Open Space in the Works for Midtown Atlanta
Looking ahead with optimism to Atlanta’s resilient future, Midtown Alliance believes outdoor shared spaces - which have become a focal point during the pandemic - will remain attractive and useful...
March 1, 2022
What Lessons Can We Learn from the History of Pandemic Influenza Planning?
Most professionals, including planners, did not heed the science from health professionals that a pandemic was likely to occur. As a result, there were tremendous impacts to lives as well as the...