Heart of Florida Section

2024 Mock Planning Commission

Come enjoy an afternoon of learning and networking in an informal “Mock” Planning Commission Meeting setting, where local land use planning officials and experts will go through recent local land use cases, highlighting procedural requirements, legal and ethical considerations and best practices in the field.

There are two opportunities to participate in our Mock Planning Commission events on March 22 in Polk County and April 12 in Highlands County. Both events are from 1 - 4 pm.

This event is free! Register for the 2024 Mock Planning Commission today by clicking the link below and filling out the form!

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2023 HOF Annual Meeting

2023 HOF Annual Meeting Attendees

The APA Florida Heart of Florida Section held its 2023 Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony on May 11 at the Winter Haven Garden Club. 

The Section Committee expressed a warm “thank you” to chapter President Whit Blanton, FAICP,  for attending and participating in our panel of keynote speakers, with Diane Quigley, AICP (Stantec) and Sheila McNamara (CFRPC).