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Early Bird Registration for the 2025 Annual Conference is now open!
The conference begins the morning of Wednesday October 8 and runs through noon on Friday, October 10 in Rochester. We can’t wait to see you there!
Pricing is in effect until August 29th.
Partnership and collaboration are what make associations prosper! The Board of Directors are often the bridge to creating meaningful partnerships. Nina Peek, our Member at Large, serves as the liaison between APA NY Upstate Chapter and the New York Planning Federation. This month, we're spotlighting her!
Read MoreAPA NYU relies on volunteers like our dedicated board of directors to advance the association’s goals. Leading that charge of dedicated volunteers is our Chapter president who sets broad policy for the association and governs its affairs. Now’s our time to give a shout-out to Sean Maguire, APA NYU Chapter President, Sean M. Maguire, AICP CEcD
Read MoreThe deadline to submit award nominations for the 2025 Awards Program has been extended to Friday June 27. There is still time to nominate!
Read MoreAPA NYU has 5 sections within the Chapter, based on geographical location. One of the benefits of joining APA NYU is access to the activities and programs coordinated by the Chapter’s various sections! This month we’re featuring the Section Director for Western New York – Kim Amplement!
Read MoreIf you attended the 5/7webinars in partnership with the New York Planning Federation and are looking to receive AICP CM credits please fill out the electronic sign in sheet.
Read MoreSponsoring APA NYU is a strategic investment in your brand, your network, and our community.
Read MoreIn preparation for the next Chapter Newsletter, we are looking for newsletter submissions
Read MoreAPA New York Upstate Chapter is “springing” into planning for the Annual Conference. Leading that charge this year is dedicated board member Joe Bovenzi, featured here for our April Board Member Feature!
Read MoreDeadline extended until April 25, 2025: Are you a subject matter expert with a passion for sharing knowledge? We want to learn from you at the Annual Conference, October 8-10 in Rochester.
Complete the Call for Session Presentations Application to be considered for Conference faculty and the opportunity to present to a statewide audience, and network within the larger APA NYU community.
Read MoreThe 2025 Professional Award Nominations are open until June 13!
Read MoreA conference to discuss and learn about current Adirondack issues, ideas, and funding potential and for Planning and Zoning Board members to acquire annual continuing education credit hours.
Read MoreRural Transit seems like an impossible dream - but it doesn't have to be. Find out how you can start creating a successful transit program in your area.
Read MoreJoin Parks & Trails New York in Kingston, October 15-17 for Creating Connections: The 2025 Empire State Greenways Conference! The conference committee is seeking presentation proposals to create a dynamic program around the solutions for developing, maintaining, and enhancing greenway trails in every corner of the state and beyond. The deadline for submitting a proposal has been extended to April 30, 2025. Find more information and submit a proposal on the conference webpage.
Read More𝗔𝗣𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗨𝗽𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 ☘️ 𝗟𝗨𝗖𝗞𝗬 ☘️ 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗱𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀: 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲. The role of a board member is giving of your time, treasure and talent. Education Officer George Frantz has been doing just that for APA NYU since 1993!
Read MoreThe Program Subcommittee announces the Call for Session Presentations for the Annual Conference!
Read MoreThe UB Office of Alumni Engagement is creating a special event bringing together graduates of the Master's in Urban Planning for brunch on April 12 - the first-ever reunion for planning alums!
Read MoreMembers are the heart and soul of APA NYU Chapter and our Membership Officer Angela Keppel is a huge part of bringing value to our membership. Her insight and involvement allow us to grow in numbers and engage with members across the state.
Read MoreOctober 15-17, 2025 Parks & Trails New York is hosting New York’s first Statewide Greenways Conference in nearly fifteen years in Kingston, New York. The conference committee is seeking presentation proposals to help create a dynamic, motivating program to generate and share solutions to the challenges of developing, maintaining, and enhancing greenway trails in every corner of the state.
Read MoreThe Capital District Planners Association, a section of the New York Upstate Chapter of the American Planning Association, held its Annual Meeting and mentorship event this evening. About 30 members were present to approve an update to its bylaws and to elect a new executive board.
The new section officers are:
Section Director Jesse Vogl, AICP
Deputy Section Director Liz Podowski King
Treasurer Melissa Marton
Communications and Media Officer Sergio Ramirez
Professional Development Officer Ethan Warren
Secretary Mirren Galway
Programming Officers Matthew Lee and Tess Drauschak
Student Representative Shan Prevatt
The New York Upstate APA's mission is to serve and support the professional, student, and citizen planning community in New York State and to improve the quality of life through the use of planning. APA members seek to implement good planning in their communities and impart the benefits of planning.
Jefferson County Planning is seeking a qualified professional to serve as Community Development Coordinator. This position is directly responsible for assisting Jefferson County's local communities by providing the expertise needed to develop and update their comprehensive land use plans, zoning ordinances, subdivision laws, and other municipal studies. Work is performed under general supervision of a Senior Planner, and the Deputy Director of Planning, with leeway allowed for exercise of independent judgment in carrying out details of the work. Supervision may be exercised over the work of Assistant Planners.