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August 3, 2026
APA Utah
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).

August 3, 2026
Transportation
Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Webinar

Air taxis and drone delivery are no longer science fiction. Learn what Advanced Air Mobility means for planners during this free webinar on August 20.

August 3, 2026
APA Utah Community Type
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.

August 3, 2026
Social
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.

July 15, 2026
Conference
Fall Conference Draft Agenda Now Available

Get a first look at the draft agenda for the 2026 APA Utah Fall Conference. Explore sessions, speakers, and networking opportunities as the program comes together.

July 15, 2026
Conference
Early Bird Registration Ends Soon

Register now to save on the APA Utah Fall Conference. Early bird pricing is available through the end of July (7/25/26).

July 15, 2026
National Policy/Legislative
Share Your Expertise at NPC27

Have an idea for a session? The National Planning Conference Call for Proposals opens August 5. Submit a proposal, organize a mobile workshop, or volunteer as a peer reviewer.

June 11, 2026
APA Utah
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.

June 11, 2026
Conference
APA Utah Fall Conference 2026

Join planners and community leaders from across Utah at the APA Utah Fall Conference, September 9–10, 2026, at the Davis Conference Center in Layton.

May 14, 2026
awards
APA Utah – 2026 Call for Award Nominations (Submissions Due June 15)

The Utah Chapter of the American Planning Association is looking to recognize and honor planning efforts across the State.

May 5, 2026
Conference
Call for Sessions: APA Utah Fall Conference 2026 (Open through June 6)

The American Planning Association Utah Chapter is now accepting session proposals for the 2026 Fall Conference through June 6th, 2026.

April 27, 2026
Policy/Legislative
Legislative Wrap-Up Workshop

This workshop will provide an opportunity for Utah planners to meet and discuss recent changes to state statute. We will spend some time discussing the new detached ADU requirements for Utah’s cities and towns, the training requirements for Planning Commissioners, and any other topics you wish to discuss!

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