Receives ‘Meeting the Moment’ Recognition from Visit Tampa Bay APA Florida Recognized for Community Engagement at FPC24

APA Florida is proud to announce that we have been recognized by Visit Tampa Bay’s “Meeting the Moment” program, which honors exceptional meetings and conventions that make a positive impact in Tampa Bay. APA Florida is the inaugural recipient of the award. This prestigious accolade celebrates our commitment to sustainability, and community engagement, recognizing our efforts to lead by example throughout the planning field.

HELP US SUCCEED IN TALLAHASSEE Request for Proposal for State Government Relations and Lobbying Services

APA Florida is requesting proposals to contract with a legislative consultant to represent the Chapter for the 2025 state legislative session. A contract would run approximately from January 2025 through December 2025 with the possibility for renewal.

APPLY TODAY! 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.

GET YOUR SWAG Ideal Gift for the Planner in Your Life

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Perfect for the office or on the go. They’re soft to the touch.

Grab yours for $35 (+ postage) and show off your APA Florida pride!

Be a part of an amazing team! Volunteers Needed for FC25 + FPC26

Every Florida Planning Conference relies on outstanding volunteers to pull together three and a half days of sessions, mobile tours, featured speakers, receptions, and more. If you are interested in helping make these conferences top all state conferences, we welcome you.

FPC25 in Daytona Beach

The Atlantic Coast Section is excited to once again host the annual conference from Sept. 16 – 19 at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach.  They are underway with programming and mobile tour scheduling.

To be a part of this amazing crew, fill out this form.

FPC Is Returning to Miami in 2026!

We’re excited to tell you that the 2026 Florida Planning Conference will be held at the InterContinental Miami from Sept. 8 – 11, 2026.

Right now we are forming teams to assist with creating the conference theme and logo, then will start on scouting mobile tour and reception locations. Interest piqued? Fill out this form.

New Chapter Leaders Meet the Nine New Statewide Officers

APA Florida is pleased to announce its newly elected statewide officers, including President-Elect, Treasurer, Secretary, and six vice presidents. Their terms begin on Jan. 1, 2025.