Southwest

The Southwest Section is committed to promoting sound planning practices based on ethical principles to help the community improve its quality of life, realize its goals, and secure its future.

SW Section Statement on Racial Equity and Inclusion

Board of Directors | Bylaws | Get Updates | Events | Strategic Plan

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors meets for a conference call on the first Wednesday of every month at 5:00 PM PT.

Executive Board email: [email protected] for login instructions.

Professional Development Co-Chairs: Adam Trimble and Alec Egurrola

Position	Name	Position Expiration Date
President	Melissa Johnston, AICP	October 31, 2024
President-Elect	Claire Lust	October 31, 2024
Immediate Past President	Sam Rubin, AICP
Treasurer	Ethan Spoo, AICP	October 31, 2024
Secretary	Drew Helmes	October 31, 2024
Clark County Representative	Harrison Husting	October 31, 2024
Cowlitz County Representative	Jason Lugo	October 31, 2024
Skamania County Representative	Mandy Hertel	October 31, 2024
Clark County Representative	Jenna Kay, AICP	October 31, 2024
Professional Development Co-Chair	Alec Egurrola	October 31, 2024
Professional Development Co-Chair	Adam Trimble	October 31, 2024
Communications Chair	Mark Person, AICP	October 31, 2024
Legislative Liaison	Brian Carrico	October 31, 2024

Section Bylaws

The bylaws are the organizing and operating protocols for the SW Section. The most recent version was unanimously voted for approval on July 18, 2018.

Read the Southwest Chapter Bylaws

Get Updates

Subscribe to the SW WA APA listserv to receive a quarterly newsletter and notices for upcoming events.
To join, send an email to: [email protected] and like us on Facebook

Events:

In 2024, most professional development and social events will be held on third Thursdays. Email [email protected] to join the mailing list for event invitations and details.

Date/Time

Event

Location

Thursday, December 1

5:00 - 7:00 PM

Headshot Happy Hour, Planner’s Social

Hosted by WSP and SW Washington APA, please join us for free headshots, light refreshments, and networking.

Tap Union (Luepke Room) located at 1300 Washington Street

Board Meeting Agendas & Minutes

2023

January | View Minutes

March | View Minutes

April | View Minutes

May | View Minutes

View 2021–2022 Board Minutes

Online Training and Resources

Have a look at these free Online Training and Resources document. For additional trainings check out our YouTube Channel with recorded trainings.

Strategic Plan

The Southwest Section exists to support our members, to advance the planning profession and to make communities great. The Strategic Plan includes prioritized goals, strategies and actions items to be accomplished over a two-year period.