Young and Emerging Planners Sacramento Valley Section

Join us for an engaging discussion on the latest transportation research and innovations shaping the future of mobility! This event is designed for those eager to explore cutting-edge research in transportation systems, sustainability, and transit innovation, especially young and emerging urban planners.

We are excited to feature two esteemed speakers from UC Davis:
🚆 Dr. Susan Handy, Institute of Transportation Studies (ITS)
 🚌 Dr. Susie Pike Cayar, Transit Research Center

Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025 
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Location: Urban Roots, Sacramento

🔗 RSVP at the link in our bio (please email [email protected] if you are having trouble or there are no tickets left).

Join us for Section Connections, a virtual gathering designed as an opportunity to meet like-minded peers, share insights into local planning projects, and build a stronger network across our section. 🤝

📆 When: March 27th from 6:00 - 7:00 PM
📍 Where: via Zoom

We are hosting this virtually to get in touch with YEPs who might not be able to make our in person events! Please share with your networks, we hope to see a lot of you there.

Our 21 counties include: Sacramento, Yolo, Yuba, Placer, Sutter, San Joaquin (Sacramento Division), Sierra, Nevada, Placer, El Dorado, Amador, Alpine, Calaveras (Sierra Division), Tehama, Plumas, Glenn, Butte, Colusa (North Valley Division), Siskiyou, Modoc, Lassen, Shasta, and Trinity (Cascade Division). 😍

This Valentine’s season, fall in love with the future of urban planning! Join the Young and Emerging Planners Group at Kupros Craft House for an engaging evening of insights, ideas, and innovation as we explore the key trends shaping the urban planning profession and communities in 2025.

Drawing from the 2025 APA Trend Report for Planners, we’ll be diving into the most timely topics. Enjoy networking opportunities, thought-provoking conversations, and perhaps a sweet surprise or two as we look at how to build equitable, livable, and lovable places.

Let’s ignite a passion for change together—with heart-shaped solutions for today’s challenges. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow urban planning enthusiasts and industry professionals.

Whether you're a seasoned planner or just beginning your journey, there’s something for everyone. Indulge in conversation, creativity, and community (and maybe even a few sweet Valentine’s Day treats)!

Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/planning-with-heart-trends-for-2025-tickets-1219567752979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

Trend Report:https://planning-org-uploaded-media.s3.amazonaws.com/publication/download_pdf/2025-Trend-Report-for-Planners-r1.pdf

New Year, New Beginnings! 💭

It’s the perfect time to become a member of the American Planning Association. Check out some of the great benefits from joining! Plus, it’s ‼️ FREE ‼️ for Students.

Join today through this link: www.planning.org/join/

Get ready to be fast and curious! 🏁 ✏

Do you think you're the nerdiest Urbanist in the Sacramento Valley section?? 🧠 Show off your Urban and Regional Planning knowledge with us next Wednesday, 11/20/2024! You might just have a chance to win a $75 Amazon gift card.

Register in advance on Eventbrite to receive a special Urban Planning Cocktail (or Mocktail) recipe...🍸

Find the registration link and more information on our linktree: https://linktr.ee/svsyep

THURSDAY!! 😎

Kick off the fall season with fellow planners, young professionals, and planning enthusiasts at Mattie Groves Brewery on September 26th at 6:30 PM. Whether you're an experienced planner or simply curious about the world of urban planning, this event is for you.

This event is open to everyone, and best of all, it's completely free! Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals in the field of urban planning, engage in meaningful conversations about planning trends and challenges. Happy hour is also to open to those that are not 21 yet who just want to get a chance to network!

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your professional network and share ideas.

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected].

Park(ing) Day 2024 is here! Join local organizations, including YEP, for a pop-up parklet outside of Lowbrau on Friday, September 20 from Noon – 5pm.

Watch as we transform parking spots into shared social spaces with games, activities, and educational materials. 🛣 🚗 ➡ 🌼 ☀ ✨

Are you interested in becoming part of the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)? Did you know that you can take the certification exam before you have reached the experience requirements?!

Want the inside scoop....? 🍦

Join the Sacramento Valley Section Young and Emerging Planners (YEP) Group on August 28th, to learn what it takes to become an AICP Candidate for the Fall 2024 AICP Certification Cycle. We will be giving you tips/tricks and breaking down the process while at Bike Dog’s new location in East Sacramento from 6-7:30 PM! Register for our event through eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inside-scoop-steps-to-aicp-tickets-997152408697?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

This Pint Night will be led by Kendra Ramsey, AICP! Among other amazing things, Kendra is the Professional Development Officer for the Sacramento Valley Section of APA!

For more information about the AICP process and exam, take a look at the American Planning Association Webpage: https://www.planning.org/certification/

Fall 2024 AICP Certification Cycle (simplified)
STEP 1: REGISTRATION from Oct 1-31
STEP 2: EXAM from November 4-30, 2024
STEP 3: EXPERIENCE - December 2-31, 2024

TOMORROW, August 12th! Join Sacramento Valley Section of Cal APA for an RPLAN Info Session from 4:00 to 5:00 PM PST via zoom - https://lnkd.in/ei8-ewjA

Visit the RPLAN website for more information and relevant links: https://lnkd.in/ehXggH_G

Applications are due Friday, August 16th 2024 at 8:00 PM

The Sacramento Valley Section of the California American Planning Association (SVS APA) is excited to announce the second year of the Rural Planning Leadership Academy and Network (R-PLAN) program designed for rural planning professionals working for Cities and Counties in rural northern California. SVS APA encompasses the most geographically broad area within the California APA. We recognize the unique experiences and needs of our rural members, as well as the difficulties they experience getting to in-person events typically held in the Sacramento core. The goal of this program is to support the professional development of public sector planners working for rural jurisdictions.

The R-PLAN program will run for 10 months beginning in October of 2024 with a group of 10 to 15 participants. This program will be supported by leadership of the Sacramento Valley Section APA Board and facilitated by a volunteer Steering Committee of local APA member planning professionals that include several rural area Agency Directors and staff, as well as members of the SVS APA award winning PLAN mentorship program steering committee.

Program Snapshot: Five (5) remote learning & sharing sessions focused around the rural experience.

Topics may include:
• General leadership skills and Strengthsfinder
• Fire and natural disaster resiliency
• Public and tribal engagement
• Transportation
• Public financing/agency operations
• Housing
• Legislation
• Public Engagement
• Connecting with State Agencies and resource

Come celebrate love and inclusion with us for Pride Month!! 🌈🥳 Mark your calendars for a fun filled happy hour with the SVS Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee! All are welcome!

📅 Date: June 20
📍 Location: Bear Dive
🕔 Time: 5:30 - 7:00 pm
🍴 Appetizers will be provided

May is Preservation Month and Bike Month! 🚲 🏢

Join Sacramento’s Historic Preservation Department (including our very own YEP Program Coordinator) TOMORROW, May 11th, for a bicycle tour through several of the City’s historic districts to learn about historic architecture, preservation project review, and adaptive reuse.

‼️ Attendees must bring their own bicycle or scooter. ‼️

The two-hour tour will begin and end behind Sutter’s Fort at 27th and K Streets, departing shortly after 10am. The event is free and open to the public.

When: 5/11/24 10AM - 12 PM
Where: Behind Sutter’s Fort