Arizona Chapter Mission Statement
The Arizona Chapter of the American Planning Association is an action oriented organization that provides leadership in planning by providing programs and
services to its members and the general public that:
- Support and advance the virtues of responsible planning.
- Provide superior opportunities for educational experiences, exchange of ideas and information and,
- Provide members and the public necessary information for informed decision making on planning issues.
- Support and nurture the future generation of planners through active involvement with the Universities and new planners.
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| Telephone: (602) 866-7188 | E-Mail: info@azplanning.org |
| Fax: (602) 789-9126 | E-Mail All Job Postings (with billing information) to: info@azplanning.org The cost of posting each position is $50. |
 Postal Address Arizona Planning Association 10000 N. 31st Ave., Ste. D400, Phoenix, AZ 85051 |
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Arizona Planning Association is...
The Arizona Planning Association, a chapter of the American Planning Association, is a group of individuals interested in planning for Arizona's future. The membership includes practitioners, elected and appointed officials, attorneys, academicians, and students.
The Association strives to:
- Advance the art and science of physical, economic, and social planning.
- Build public and political support for sound planning practices and policies.
- Provide members with technical information, skill building resources, and exchange opportunities.
Your chapter of the American Planning Association serves you through:
Communication
- Publication of the chapter newsletter, Arizona Planning, providing news concerning the profession, the Association, and members' activities.
Certification and Professional Development
- Sponsorship of American Institute of Certified Planners' exam workshops and preparation guides.
- Presentation of APA awards in recognition of outstanding projects and planners.
Professional Impact
Legislative Affairs
- Monitoring and influencing planning-related legislation.
- Inter-organization Affairs--Fostering cooperation with other professional groups through joint sponsorship of workshops and information exchange forums.
Chapter Outreach
- Improving awareness of the value of planning by offering:
- Chapter membership option to students and citizen planners; Assisting Arizona's communities through a planning advisory and referral service.
- Information Exchange
- Southern and North-Central sectional meetings featuring speakers, discussion of timely issues and projects, and field trips.
- Annual Conference
- A full-membership business, social and educational conference
- A full-membership business, social and educational conference