North Central
The North Central Section includes the following Texas counties: Collin, Dallas, Ellis, Fannin, Freestone, Grayson, Hopkins, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro, and Rockwall.
Have a great idea for a program or want to get more involved? Do not hesitate to click below to send us an email.
Your North Central Texas Section of APA board believes in APA’s mission of creating great communities. Most importantly we are here to serve our members and provide opportunities to elevate and unite a diverse planning profession.
Officers
| Director | Kim Dresdner, AICP | Gensler |
|---|---|---|
| Director-Elect | Brianna Luna, AICP | Halff |
| Secretary | April Breen, AICP | Jacobs |
| Treasurer | Carolyn Horner, AICP | City of Mesquite |
| Past Director | Chelsey Smith, AICP | Burns & McDonnell |
| Communications Chair | Katherine Linares, AICP, CNU-A | |
| Professional Development Officer | Staron Faucher, AICP | Halff |
| Networking Coordinator | Michelle Queen, AICP | Olsson Studio |
| Focus North Texas Chair | Brooks Wilson, AICP | WilPLAN |
| Emerging Planning Leaders Representative | Matheus Bechtlufft | City of Allen |
| Partnership Chair | Mike Grace, AICP | City of Forney |
| Student Representative | Destiny Polk | UTA |
Upcoming Events
Joint Section Annual Party
Join us for the Joint Annual Party, hosted by the APA Texas North Central and Midwest Sections. Come celebrate, meet the new boards, and kick off the year together.
Event Details
📅 Date: Friday, February 20
⏰ Time: 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Cidercade Arlington
📫 Address: 500 E Division St, Arlington, TX 76011
Program
4:30 PM – Arrival and networking
5:00 PM – Presentation from the City of Arlington
7:30 PM – Event concludes
What’s Included
We’ve reserved space at Cidercade Arlington, and game passes will be provided for everyone who RSVPs. Extra passes can be purchased at the venue. Food is included.We can’t wait to see everyone there as we splash into 2026 with great networking, new board members, and good times all around! 🎉🕹️✨
For event sponsorship opportunities, please contact APATX North Central Section at apatx.northcentral@gmail.com
Get Involved: Join a Subcommittee
APATX North Central Section is looking for subcommittee volunteers and are immediately looking for people for the following roles :
- organize and staff networking and professional development activities
- make connections and engage planning students
- assist our communications director with developing materials, website updates and social media posts
- welcome new members to the section
We encourage section members from all backgrounds to participate - email apatx.northcentral@gmail.com and let us know how you want to help!
Board Meetings and Stay in Touch
The North Central Texas Section Boards meets via Teams every month. Contact the section Secretary if you’d like to attend the next section Board Meeting.
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