American Planning Association

APA-WI 2025 Annual Conference Bridging Connections: Laying the Foundation for the Future

SAVE THE DATE! The APA-WI Annual Conference is in La Crosse, September 11-12 at the La Crosse Center.

The 2025 Annual Conference focuses on the interconnections of various planning disciplines and their role in shaping communities of tomorrow. From mobility and housing to public health and the environment, this conference will explore how planners can create forward-thinking, collaborative, and cohesive strategies that pave the way for resilient, thriving communities.

Call for Presentation Proposals is Open - Deadline June 5, 2025

Submit a proposal to present on one of the 5 information tracks

(Use the link below to learn more on the conference webpage.)

APA-WI 2025 Annual Conference

Recap 2025 Planners Day at the Capitol

Eight Wisconsin planners attended the 2025 Planners Day at the Wisconsin Capitol. They spoke about legislative priorities with 14 elected officials or their staff.

8 Wisconsin planners attended the 2025 Planners Day at the Capitol.

Residential and Commercial Real Estate Landscape in Greater Madison Update One key barrier to increasing our supply of workforce housing

Kurt Paulsen, professor of urban planning in the Department of Planning and Landscape Architecture at UW-Madison, and Craig Stanley, Founding Principal at Broadwing Advisors, were on the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce Lunch(UP)date discussing the residential and commercial real estate landscape in Greater Madison.

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New Virtual Opportunities! Planning Webcast Series

A new webinar schedule is out now!

Check out upcoming virtual learning experiences to help you grow within the planning industry while also giving you the opportunity to earn AICP CM credits!

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