Category Archives: Planning News
Congratulations to Chris Hupp – APA Utah Vice President-Elect!
APA Utah is pleased to announce the election of Chris Hupp as Vice President of the APA Utah Chapter!
APA Utah Board Member-Elect: Cory P. Shurtleff, AICP
APA Utah is pleased to announce the election of Cory P. Shurtleff, AICP, to the APA Utah Chapter Board.
9-Line Bike Tour (October 7th)
Explore Salt Lake City’s 9-Line Trail by bike and learn how planning, community engagement, public art, transportation, and economic development helped transform the 900 South corridor.
Larry H. Miller Development Process Behind the Scenes Look at Three Canyons Community Master Plan- Sept 23
Go behind the scenes with Larry H Miller Corporation to learn more about the development process and development on SITLA Property
Early Career Planners Networking Event
Strike up new connections! Join APA Utah’s Early Career Planners for an evening of bowling, pizza, and networking at Psomas on Thursday, August 27, at 7:00 PM. Come meet fellow planners, make new connections, and enjoy a fun night after the conference.
Go behind the scenes at UDOT!
Go behind the scenes at UDOT! Tour the Traffic Operations Center and see how planning, technology, and real-time operations work together to keep Utah moving.
APA Utah Chapter Elections
The 2026 APA Chapter Elections are underway! Eligible APA members will receive their election ballot via email on August 5, 2026, administered by APA’s election partner, Survey & Ballot Systems (SBS).
APA Utah Summer Social: Water Lantern Festival
Join APA Utah for a fun summer social at the Water Lantern Festival on June 27, 2026, in Salt Lake City. Enjoy networking and a memorable lantern launch with planners and friends from across Utah.
The Utah Planner
Stay informed on the latest changes shaping planning in Utah. The March 2026 issue of Utah Planner highlights key legislative updates from this year’s session, including new housing tools, changes to planning processes, and evolving requirements for commissions and ethics.
University of Utah & APA UT Planning Project Poster Tour and Networking Event
Join us at the University of Utah for a networking social and student planning poster showcase. Connect with fellow planners while viewing innovative projects developed by planning students. Light appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. Come see what the next generation of planning professionals has been working on!
The Final Issue of the 2025 Utah Planner Is Here!
The latest edition of the Utah Planner is now available—featuring a full recap of our 2025 conferences, this year’s award winners, a tribute to Todd Black, updates from the Legislative Committee, and more.
APA Utah is Growing — and We Need Your Help!
APA Utah is growing — and we need your help! As we roll out new bylaws, governance updates, and engagement opportunities in 2026, we’re building a stronger foundation for our chapter.
If you’ve ever wished APA Utah did more for planners, now’s your chance to help shape that change. Whether you can give a few hours a month or lend your expertise to a specific project, your involvement makes a difference.
