Mark your calendars! The APA Louisiana Chapter will be holding their annual Planning Conference this year from October 11, 2023 to October 13, 2023 in Alexandria. Keep a watch in this newsletter for a volunteer opportunities, the call for presentations, and the call for State Planning Awards. 

State Planning Awards - Call for Submission

On Friday, May 8th chapter officers conducted a webinar, providing a rundown of how COVID-19 is affecting activities such as the National APA Conference and AICP testing as well as our APA-LA State Conference this October in Lafayette. Next, an overview was provided of virtual tools which can help to keep your coordination and public outreach meetings on track.

The presentation wrapped up with a discussion of shared experiences conducting public meetings virtually and questions and answers submitted by webinar viewers.

Due to the COVID-19 stay at home order extended until May 15th and in the interest of keeping our members safe, we have decided to cancel Planner's Day at the Capitol scheduled for May 14th.  It may be rescheduled for a later date.  Please watch our chapter website and newsletters for updates.

Save the date for APA-LA's second annual Planner's Day at the Capitol! Join us on May 14th in Baton Rouge at our state capitol advocating for planning principles, sitting in on committee hearings, and meeting our state representatives.