I hope you are all finding time to enjoy the summer weather and explore the best places that the Pacific Northwest has to offer. To say the least, I feel fortunate during this time of year to have found my way here from the Midwest over 30 years ago!

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We hope that you are having a great summer and enjoying the abundant sunshine! There are some interesting trainings coming up this month, so take a break from the heat and stay cool with the free CM-credit opportunities below!

Back by popular demand, the APA WA Conference is once again hosting a rapid-fire session of bold ideas and sharp visuals. Plan Slam is your chance to present a planning concept, story, or experience in a fast, fun, and highly visual format.

On August 22, 2025, join APA staff and AICP exam prep experts Jordan Yin, AICP, and Andy Cross, AICP, for an engaging discussion about APA's exam preparation resources and strategies for success on the AICP exam.

In June, the Inland Empire Section held their annual Priest Lake Conference at the beautiful Elkins Resort in Nordman, Idaho. The theme for this year’s conference was “Proactive Planning: How not to end up like the dinosaurs.”