Orlando Metro Section
Nominations for the 2025 Executive Committee are open!
Want to get involved with OMS and make a difference in your planning community?
The Orlando Metro Section has openings for the following offices starting in 2025:
- Professional Development Officer (PDO)
- Communications Officer
- Treasurer
- Programs Officer (one of two Program Officers)
Requirements include:
- Must be a member in good standing of the APA Florida Orlando Metro Section.
- Must commit to active participation for a two-year term and to all duties of the office as specified in the Section Bylaws and the section's Strategic Operational Plan.
- Must be available to attend monthly Executive Committee meetings and other meetings held during normal working hours as needed to conduct section business.
Duties of each office are described in the Section Bylaws. People of all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome. Nominations are due by 5 pm on April 12, 2024.
Managing Workplace Stress Workshop
OMS is hosting a virtual webinar at Noon on May 10 designed to assist you in managing stress. Whether you're grappling with stress from the workplace, workload, toxic relationships, challenging or hostile environments, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this workshop will provide you with strategies and resources for coping and effectively communicating through such situations.
Register for the workshop here!
Get AICP Exam ready with ExamExpress!
Jumpstart your journey to success with the AICP Exam Prep Express!
Whether you're gearing up for your first attempt or seeking to improve your previous score, this is your opportunity to accelerate your preparation. We're excited to invite you to a comprehensive, full-day virtual marathon on Friday, April 26, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. This event is not only free but also custom-designed to bolster your confidence and sharpen your skills right before the exam. Don't miss out on this FREE expert-led sessions, interactive Q&A opportunities, and a wealth of exam-specific resources. Secure your spot now and get ready to conquer the AICP Exam with flying colors!
Questions? Please use the section contact form and direct to Tammy Reque, PDO, or Roxann Read, Section Chair.
| 8:30 - 9 am | Intro and Exam Outline |
| 9 - 10 am | Research and Assessment Methods |
| 10 - 11 am | Fundamental Planning Knowledge |
| 11 am - noon | Communication and Interaction |
| noon - 1 pm | Lunch Break / Q&A with recent exam takers |
| 1 - 2 pm | Plan and Policy Development / Plan Implementation |
| 2 - 2:45 pm | Administration and Management / Leadership |
| 2:45 - 4 pm | Ethics |
| 4 - 5 pm | Areas of Practice / Test-Taking Tips |
Want to learn more about AICP Certification? Click here for more information.
Register for the one-day course here.
OMS Awards are here!
Exciting News! This year, we will be introducing the inaugural OMS 2024 Awards, honoring excellence and achievement in the Orlando Metro Section.
We are thrilled to introduce three categories:
- Project of the Year: Recognizing a remarkable project that has made a significant impact in a local community in our section.
- Planner of the Year: Celebrating an individual who has done extraordinary planning work throughout the year.
- Student Project of the Year: Highlighting the ingenuity and creativity of a student-led initiative.
Stay tuned for more details on how you can nominate deserving planners, projects, and students! Nominations for the highly anticipated Year-End Awards will officially open on October 1, 2024.
Planning Academy 102 Webinar Series Underway: Look @ Our Spring Events
Are you working as a planner, in either the public or private sector, and find you still need to know “the basics” or need a refresher to do your work well?
Are you struggling to understand what other planners seem to automatically just “know”?
Then this series of workshops is for you! Each month, we’ll explore a different topic with a seasoned expert who will break things down on your level. Plan to join us for one, two or all of our noon webinars to increase your knowledge about relevant planning topics and earn CMs.
Planning Academy 101 is BACK!
Do you find yourself being called a "planner" but you didn't go to school for that? Do you find yourself working with people who call themselves planners, but you can't understand their jargon?
Then this workshop is for you! Planning Academy 101 is back for a 2nd year based on the wildly popular response from last year.
Registration will open on May 7!
Lunch and Learn: Beyond A Sunday: The Role of the Black Church in Planning Communities
Presenters: Colandra Jones, AICP & Michaëlle Petion, AICP
On-Demand Event : #9286937
Download Presentation: bit.ly/4a4LwGw
Want to get involved? Join a subcommittee!
We have a lot of plans for this year, and we can use more volunteers!
Help us on one of these subcommittees:
- Communications
- Programs
- Awards