Northwest
Diversity. Connection. Opportunity.
Section Event Virtual with Guest Speaker Taiwo Jaiyeoba (Transportation Mobility)
Northwest Texas APA had the privilege of attending a virtual presentation from Taiwo Jaiyeoba at our last Section Event. So much information and practical steps for greater transportation mobility. He did a great job explaining how everything is connected, a city's zoning ordinance, comprehensive plan, and transportation mobility plan.
AICP members were able to receive a CM credit for this event also. If you are not yet a member of APA, please go the link below and join so we can meet you soon https://www.planning.org/join/. We can be reached at nwtxplanning@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Section Meeting with Taiwo Jaiyeoba (Oct 4, 2024) *click image
Section Event with Guest Speaker Jon James, AICP in Lubbock (ETJ, Right to Farm)
Northwest Section Members attended our last Section Meeting in Lubbock to hear Jon James, AICP, on the Right-to-Farm and ETJ bills. Several members attended virtually as well. We will continue to provide our members with opportunities such as these to network and learn planning topics and industry trends. AICP members were able to receive a CM credit for this event also. If you are not yet a member of APA, please go the link below and join so we can meet you soon https://www.planning.org/join/. We can be reached at nwtxplanning@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Section Meeting with Jon James, AICP, in Lubbock (July 25, 2024) *click image
Location
As the largest geographic Section in our State, we are committed to providing you with quality learning and social networking opportunities in-person and virtually. Our goal is to build an interconnected mosaic of planners and related professionals from all backgrounds to unite, share, and inspire!
Our goals for 2024-25 include:
*Increasing our membership
*Increasing diversity in our section
*Provide more learning and networking opportunities
Our Accomplishments
Since January 2024, we have:
*Increased our Membership from 45 to 57 professionals
*Hosted a Virtual Section Event with Taiwo Jaiyeoba on Transportation Mobility for AICP credit
*Hosted a Section Event with Jon James on ETJ and Right-to-Farm for AICP credit in Lubbock
*Hosted a Section Event at Texas Tech in Lubbock
*Created a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Officer position
*Elected a new Emerging Planning Leader
*Elected a new Communications Coordinator
*Elected a Professional Development Officer
*Created a Recruitment Committee
*Conducted a Section Survey for Members
Location
The Northwest Texas Section is the largest section geographically, covering 88 counties.
The urban areas within this section include: Abilene, Amarillo, Big Spring, Lubbock, Midland, Odessa, and San Angelo.
Officers
| Director | Jeff Fisher, AICP | City of Odessa |
|---|---|---|
| Director-Elect | Lucas Raley, AICP, CNU-A, CFM | City of Canyon |
| Secretary | Danielle Craig, JD, MLA | Texas Tech University |
| Treasurer | Maria Prieto | City of Odessa |
| Immediate Past Director | Lorrine Quimiro | |
| Emerging Planning Leaders Representative | Cassie Bermea | City of Lubbock |
| Communications Coordinator | Elizabeth Prieto | City of Odessa |
| Professional Development Officer | Ashley Padilla | City of Lubbock |
| Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer (DEI) | Roza Derakhshan | Texas Tech University |
Reports and Surveys
2024 APA Northwest Texas Member Survey
vey
Bylaws
Newsletters
2024 Newsletters
Previous Newsletters
- Summer 2020
- Spring 2020
- Winter 2020
- Fall 2019
- Summer 2019
- Spring 2019
- Winter 2018
- Fall 2018
- Summer 2018
- Spring 2018
- February 2014
Meeting Minutes
2024