APA Nevada Chapter

06/02/2026

Go Knights Go! Best of luck to the Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup Finals. Let’s bring home another Stanley Cup to Nevada!

05/14/2026

Northern Nevada Planning Job Alert

The City of Sparks is excited to announce an opening for one Planner position, with the selected candidate hired at the Planner I, Planner II, or Senior Planner level depending on qualifications.

🌄 Why Sparks?
Located in the heart of the Truckee Meadows, Sparks is a vibrant and fast‑growing Northern Nevada community known for its welcoming neighborhoods, strong sense of pride, and ongoing investment in high‑quality public spaces. Planners here have the chance to work on meaningful projects that shape the city’s future — from current planning and long‑range initiatives to revitalization efforts and regional collaboration.

If you’re looking for a dynamic environment where your work directly contributes to community quality of life, Sparks is an exceptional place to grow your planning career.

🗓 Application Deadline: June 18
🔗 Apply & view the full job posting:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sparks/jobs/5333665/planner-i-ii-senior

📞 Questions? Contact:
Scott H. Carey, AICP
Development Services Manager
775‑353‑2410
[email protected]

05/08/2026

📅 Save the Date! October 22-23

We’re heading to Downtown Henderson this fall for the 54th Annual Nevada State Planning Conference — and you won’t want to miss it.

🌊 GO WITH THE FLOW: Planning for Dynamic, Resilient, and Adaptive Communities

Join planners and community leaders from across the state on October 22–23 as we explore how Nevada communities can adapt and thrive in a changing world.

✨ Expect two days of:
• Engaging sessions and speakers
• Unique Mobile workshops
• Networking with colleagues from every corner of Nevada

📍 Water Street District, Henderson, NV
🔗 https://nevada.planning.org/conferences-and-meetings/chapter-conference/

Mark your calendars — more details and registration info coming soon.

04/25/2026

📣 Nevada APA at NPC Detroit!

Today Chapter President Scott Carey presented at the National Planning Conference in Detroit, serving on a panel focused on the fast‑growing world of data centers.

Scott shared how Nevada communities are planning for this emerging industry, highlighting land‑use considerations, infrastructure needs, the economic opportunities data centers bring across the state, and lessons learned.

The panel was moderated by Tippe Morlan of the Utah APA Chapter, with fellow panelists Charles Bloom from the City of Cheyenne, WY, and Brandon Larson from Eagle Mountain City, UT — a fantastic cross‑state conversation on how planners are navigating this evolving sector.

We’re proud to see Nevada’s voice represented on the national stage and grateful for the chance to contribute to this important discussion about technology, growth, and community planning.

04/25/2026

Hey Nevada planners: opinion piece worth a read from former Treasurer and Lt Governor Kate Marshall, running for City of Reno Mayor:

https://www.rgj.com/story/opinion/2026/04/24/renos-breaking-point-growth-without-a-plan-is-costing-us-opinion/89774434007/?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwdGRjcARY78xleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR6j05semX2h4VQP_94xdbyPbR2HPwwfAXIEGSfqiOJ8CDAQ61bnHrKqfat36A_aem_vH93DrPmyIpoNqdY3n4ZfQ

Kate Marshall writes: We are building Reno for the next generation. It’s time to start planning like it.

04/15/2026

Northern Nevada Planning Job Alert

Washoe County is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Senior Planner, with a primary focus on long‑range planning and implementation of the Envision Washoe 2040 Master Plan. This position plays a key role in shaping the county’s future through policy development, comprehensive planning, and long‑range community initiatives.

🗓 Application Deadline: April 28, 2026

For questions or additional information, please contact:
Kelly Mullin, AICP – Planning & Building Division Director
📧 [email protected]
📞 775‑328‑3619

The full job announcement and application are available at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/washoecounty/jobs/5299996/senior-planner

04/13/2026

We had a great time at our Planners & Pickleball event last Thursday night. Thank you to everyone who came out! Who knew we had so many talented pickleball players? Hope to see everyone for our next event.

04/09/2026

Tonight's the night! Hope to see you all at Chicken N Pickle for our spring event. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just in it for the networking, this will be a fun and relaxed opportunity to connect with fellow planners, get active on the court, and enjoy great conversation. No RSVP necessary.

04/06/2026

The courts are reserved! Join APA NV for Planners & Pickleball night. This Thursday at 6 PM at Chicken N’ Pickle - Henderson. Come play pickleball with your fellow planners or just come for the good food and drinks.

03/23/2026

Last week, the Elko County Planning Commission voted 5–2 to approve a conditional use permit allowing a private ski facility on a ranch property extending into the Ruby Mountains. The decision follows a previously denied 2024 proposal for a public ski resort on the same land.

This project highlights the complex balance between private property rights, recreation access, environmental stewardship, and rural planning challenges in one of Nevada’s most iconic mountain ranges.

After failing in 2024 to convince the Elko Planning Commission to approve a public ski area, a California businessman and Elko County ranch owner has been OK'd to build a private facility on his sprawling ranch that extends into the Ruby Mountains.