WELCOME TO APA City Planning & Management
We are a diverse collective of city planners, managers, students, and professionals. Our membership offers a large network of like-minded individuals, coordinated happy hours, meetings, and conferences help extend relationship to partnerships. Members also get elevated consideration through our spotlights, article selection, mentorships, and grants! So what are you waiting for?! Join us!
Directors' Dialogue Focuses on New Managers
Stepping into management is more than a title change — it’s a shift in mindset, leadership, and responsibility. Join the next APA CPM Directors’ Dialogue Series as planning leaders from across the country share lessons learned from transitioning from “doer” to manager, building strong teams, and leading through growth and change.
We’re excited to welcome:
Travis Baird, SWRA, CNU-A — Panel Moderator
Rico Quirindongo, AIA — Planning & Community Development Director, City of Seattle
Cait Strickland, AICP — Planning Manager, City of McKinney
Whether you’re a new supervisor, aspiring leader, or seasoned manager reflecting on your own journey, this conversation will offer practical insight, candid experiences, and leadership perspectives from the planning profession.
Check our Calendar
We have so many opportunities to connect you with the skills, people and resources that will advance your career. Look at our NPC events:
May 2026
May 20, 2026 | Directors' Dialogue Series Webinar
Topic: You're a Manager, Now What?
Moderator: Travis Baird. Panelists: Rico Quirindongo, AIA and Caitlyn Strickland, AICP.
May 28, 2026 | City Planning & Management Annual Meeting
Noon-1pm Central time
Join our Zoom meeting here: CPM Annual Meeting Zoom Link
June 2026
Reimbursement Grants for AICP Testing expenses open
stay tuned for more information
June 10, 2026 | Planners' Day on Capitol Hill
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