Federal Planning Division APA

Federal Planning Division APA The Federal Planning Division (FPD) provides a forum for people involved in planning of federal properties located within the United States or overseas.

The Federal Planning Division provides a forum for people involved in the development and/or implementation of comprehensive planning and land management policies, techniques, and procedures for federal properties located within the United States and overseas. By focusing on planning and land management, the division's objective is to improve the quality of life for persons who live on, work on, a

nd/or use federal lands and facilities; and to protect and enhance the value of federal properties for their designated purposes. A secondary objective of the Division is to foster positive economic, environmental, and social relationships between federal lands and adjacent, non-federal communities and areas. Finally, the division supports and/or promotes all federal planning programs which provide technical and/or financial assistance to state, regional, and local communities in the United States, and to both US interests and national governments abroad. The division focuses on programs that protect and enhance those properties and improve the lives of the individuals who live on, work on, and/or use federal lands and facilities. The division hosts a website and a newsletter, Federal Planning Network. Any person or organization with an interest in federal planning may join the division. The division seeks a broad and diverse membership. Individuals or organizations who wish to support the Division's activities may receive all membership services upon payment of dues, but may not vote on any Division business unless they are paying members of APA. The membership of FPD is diverse, including employees of many U.S. federal agencies and contractors, planners from communities with federal installations, and several international members.

05/04/2026

FPD chair Shenita McConis and other members had a great time exploring Detroit at !

The Colorado Springs FPD cohort had a great time teaming up with to host a Colorado Springs on a beautiful spring day!...
05/02/2026

The Colorado Springs FPD cohort had a great time teaming up with to host a Colorado Springs on a beautiful spring day! We talked about some of the great and not-so-great elements we saw on the south side of downtown as we explored old and new development. Jane would have been so proud of our citizen scientists 🥲 Thanks to all who came out!

Seeking nominees to run for FPD vice chair and secretary! Profiles are due by May 8. Find the link to the APA elections ...
04/16/2026

Seeking nominees to run for FPD vice chair and secretary! Profiles are due by May 8. Find the link to the APA elections portal in our bio.

Calling all DMV federal planners đź“ŁThe FPD DMV Cohort is hosting a happy hour in Arlington! Join us to meet fellow planne...
04/07/2026

Calling all DMV federal planners đź“Ł
The FPD DMV Cohort is hosting a happy hour in Arlington! Join us to meet fellow planners, expand your network, and strengthen the federal planning community in the DMV region.

đź“Ť Lyon Hall, Arlington
đź—“ April 16 | 6:00 PM

We hope to see you there!

Detroit is calling 🎶The Federal Planning Division is proud to join other APA divisions for the Motor City Multidivision ...
04/06/2026

Detroit is calling 🎶
The Federal Planning Division is proud to join other APA divisions for the Motor City Multidivision Mixer — an exciting networking event during NPC26.

✨ Meet planners across specialties
✨ Build new connections
✨ Share ideas and perspectives shaping the future of planning

📅 April 26 | 6:30–9 PM
đź“Ť Detroit Marriott, Renaissance Center

Grab your ticket and join us for a night of connection and collaboration!

So excited to see the first APA FPD regional cohort event in Pittsburgh come to life—and what a success it was! 🎉What a ...
04/06/2026

So excited to see the first APA FPD regional cohort event in Pittsburgh come to life—and what a success it was! 🎉

What a great evening of connecting with fellow federal planners, sharing ideas, and building relationships local setting. These kinds of local connections make a big difference.

If you’ve been thinking about starting a cohort in your area, reach out to FPD!

At the beginning of March, over 30 federal planners, mostly based in Europe, participated in a unique educational event ...
03/19/2026

At the beginning of March, over 30 federal planners, mostly based in Europe, participated in a unique educational event as part of the SAME Europe Tri-Services Regional Summit in Frankfurt, Germany. Those lucky enough to participate were presented with an outstanding tour of the former “Pentagon of Europe” and current Westend Campus of Goethe University that included:
 
·         Concise history of the German and U.S. relationship post World War II.
·         Glimpse into General Eisenhower’s office in the I.G. Farben Building.
·         Thrilling ride on a paternoster elevator.
·         Walk-through of several new university buildings, including a library built around one of the old city walls.
·         Tour of a mass-wood timber modular and relocatable building – the Adorno Gymnasium.
·         Group lunch at the campus Mensa (cafeteria).
 
Planners also participated in several CM-eligible technical sessions during the summit.
 
Thanks all those who participated and a special shout-out to SAME for supporting this initiative to bring in-person planning training to Europe. We look forward to 2028 and look for more regional workshops around the world.

FPD is partnering with SAME to host a unique in-person training event during the Europe Tri-Services Regional Summit in ...
02/21/2026

FPD is partnering with SAME to host a unique in-person training event during the Europe Tri-Services Regional Summit in Frankfurt, Germany.

This workshop highlights adaptive reuse, military heritage, and campus planning — with opportunities to earn in-person CM credits.

Learn more: https://www.same.org/event/europe-tri-services-regional-summit/

đź“Ł Upcoming cohort gathering!We will continue to highlight events in the works for those who live in FPD cohort areas.Nex...
01/16/2026

đź“Ł Upcoming cohort gathering!
We will continue to highlight events in the works for those who live in FPD cohort areas.

Next month, in Colorado Springs, we are planning a happy hour on February 26, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Phantom Canyon Brewing Company

More to follow! Reach out to [email protected] if you’re interested in starting a cohort with other federal planners in your local area, or let us know if your cohort has a fun event planned!

đź“Ł Save the Date!The APA Federal Planning Division (FPD) Annual Training Workshop is heading to Washington, DC. đź“Ť Nationa...
01/16/2026

đź“Ł Save the Date!
The APA Federal Planning Division (FPD) Annual Training Workshop is heading to Washington, DC.
đź“Ť National Press Club
📅 June 16–18, 2026

We’re now accepting session proposals through February 27, with speaker notifications going out on March 27.

🔗 All information about the Annual Training Workshop—including session proposals—can be found on the FPD website linked in our Instagram bio (www.federal.planning.org)

We can’t wait to bring the federal planning community together!

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