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President’s Corner | By Anne Broache, AICP

A new slate of Washington Chapter officers began their terms in 2026, with the former president-elect stepping into the Chapter President role. Robby Eckroth, AICP; Jason Greenspan; and Evan Maxim are serving as Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, respectively. The Chapter also thanks outgoing officers and Past President, Chad Eiken, for their leadership and continued support.

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APA WA Supports Planning Black Mirror Game Testing

“Planning Through the Black Mirror” is an APA Technology Division card game that helps planners explore how emerging technologies and disruptions may shape communities.

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AICP Job Analysis Survey Now Open

APA invites planners to complete a confidential, 20–30 minute survey to help shape the future of AICP certification and exam content. Your input ensures the credential reflects current practice, emerging trends, and equity-focused standards. Deadline: February 1, 2026.

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Setting Our 2026 Course

The Board began 2026 planning at its December retreat, adopting a balanced budget and setting priorities including member engagement, website and LinkedIn updates, governance improvements, a Housing Mini-Academy, and the October 2026 Annual Conference in Vancouver, WA. Volunteers are needed for Communications, Membership, and the Annual Conference. Complete our Volunteer Interest form here.

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Continuing Education Opportunities – January & February 2026

Earn CM credits (including 1.0 Sustainability & Resilience CM) while learning about innovative approaches and strategies from Washington and beyond. Find information on upcoming webinars and Washington Planners’ Forums in this article.

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More Big Things Happening!

Share Your Experience with Large-Scale Solar

Large-scale solar energy is growing, but comes with major siting challenges. Rutgers University and APA are conducting a national survey to understand 1) community concerns and planning bottlenecks and 2) the use of benefits agreements as a tool for helping communities share in the advantages of development.

Your input will help us understand how planners can support smart and fair renewable energy growth. This survey is anonymous and takes 5-8 minutes.
You can take the survey here.

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