APA Florida Chapter

Funding Opportunity 2026 Andre Anderson Minority Scholarship Application Window Now Open

The Andre Anderson Minority Scholarship is meant to celebrate planning and foster increased interest in planning by providing financial support for graduate-level planning students who are members of underserved ethnic groups and who are enrolled in either (1) a PAB-accredited urban planning graduate program in the State of Florida or (2) an urban planning graduate program in the State of Florida that is actively seeking PAB accreditation.

One scholarship for $2,000 is available.

Review criteria and deadlines here

And the winner is ... 2025 Great Places in Florida People's Choice Award Winner is Pioneer Park & the Port District

APA Florida is thrilled to announce that Pioneer Park & the Port District in the City of Port St. Lucie received the majority of votes for the 2025 Great Places in Florida People’s Choice Award!

Nestled just south of the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens, Pioneer Park spans 9.75 acres along the scenic North Fork of the St. Lucie River. Through the implementation of the Port District Master Plan, this once-undeveloped riverfront has been transformed into a vibrant, accessible destination that celebrates nature, community, and sustainability.

Learn about this awesome place here

Upcoming Events

November 14, 2025
APA FL Capital Area Section: Market District Walking Tour
- Economic Development
- Live In-Person Event
November 20, 2025
UF/IFAS Pinellas County Green Infrastructure Workshop
- Commercial Land Use
- Open Space and Natural Resources
- Sustainability and Resilience
- Live In-Person Event