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In the latest episode of Only Planners in the Building, host Andy Cross, AICP, sits with Ben LeRoy, AICP, JD! Ben is an academic advisor & instructor at the University of Illinois. A highlight is our discussion on internships. Where was yours? open.spotify.com/episode/6Sag2C…

#jobopportunity at ilapa.org/job-postings - Community Development Summer Intern, Village of Libertyville, IL; Economic Development Specialist, Village of Barrington, IL

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The results show that the mean summer temperature in newly developed suburban neighborhoods is 4.2 °C higher than in older suburban neighborhoods. Yes - this is the proof that trees and natural vegetation are good! essopenarchive.org/doi/full/10.22…

Large-scale solar energy projects often presents significant planning and community challenges. Rutgers and the APA are partnering on a national survey to better understand community concerns, planning bottlenecks and how benefits agreements can help. rutgers.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ee…

By now, chances are good that you've received a phishing email at work. This new form of phishing, using public planning data to compose counterfeit emails requesting money, has gone nationwide. Read more about it in this @APA_Planning article planning.org/planning/2026/…

Today! 3/5/26 LEED v5 For Planning: What Planners Need to Know. Watch the live session and earn CM | 1.0, SR 1. Free! us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Check out the new job and internship opportunities at ilapa.org/job-postings with IDOT, Northbrook, Mount Prospect, CMT Chicago, Addison, Waukegan, Downers Grove, Oswego, and Arlington Heights.

The APA-IL #APACMS invites YOU to be the experts and share your ideas: How could we transform a better, more livable cold weather Chicagoland? Submit your presentation by 3/11 AND register by 3/16. We hope to see you on March 18 in Chicago! ilapa.org/aws/APAIL/pt/s…

Illinois planners represent! 💪 The APA-IL Swag Store Is Back! Grab your gear so you can show your Chapter pride at the APA National Planning Conference in Detroit. Store closes 4/1/26. ilapa.org/aws/APAIL/pt/s…

This Friday, February 27th is the deadline to apply for the 2026 APA-IL Leadership Scholarship! APA-IL will support two members' attendance at the 2026 Midwest Leadership Institute and the AJIL® leadership analytics assessment. Apply now! Don't wait! ilapa.org/.../612576/_PA…

OpenThePaths 2026, a FREE virtual event 2/26–2/27. Washington state is the first to develop a statewide routable mapped inventory of sidewalks. Day 1 focus on applications of data; Day 2 focuses on responsibility, funding, & long-term stewardship. traffictechnologytoday.com/news/vulnerabl…

The 2026 APA-IL Leadership Scholarship application window is now open! APA-IL will support two members' attendance at the 2026 Midwest Leadership Institute and the AJIL® leadership analytics assessment. Apply by 2/27/26! ilapa.org/.../612576/_PA…

On 1/30, 4 principals share practical, ready-to-use insights on consultant-client alignment and visualization; uncovering authentic community stories that humanize data and strengthen plans; and mobilizing partners, resources, and momentum. Free! CM | 1.5 associationdatabase.com/aws/APAIL/pt/s…

New RFP/RFQ Posting: RFQ Comprehensive Plan Update, Village of Highland Park, IL RFP: Economic Development Strategic Plan, City of Batavia, IL Visit ilapa.org/rfp-rfq for all the details.

New RFP/RFQ Postings: RFQ Comprehensive Plan Update, City of Highland Park, IL RFP: Economic Development Strategic Plan, City of Batavia, IL RFP - Historic District Exterior Building Condition Assessment, City of Batavia Visit ilapa.org/rfp-rfq for info.

New #jobopportunity at ilapa.org/job-postingswi… the Village of Oak Park, Village of Lake Villa, City of Aurora, Chicago Transit Authority, Village of Winnetka, Village of Buffalo Grove; and City of Naperville.

New RFP/RFQ Posting: RFP for Multiple Parcels at Naval Station Great Lakes, Great Lakes, IL. Visit ilapa.org/rfp-rfq for all the details. #RedevelopmentOpportunity

RFP/RFQ Posting: Village of Westmont Comprehensive Plan RFP ilapa.org/aws/APAIL/pt/s…

Job opportunities at ilapa.org: Community Development Inspector 1; Business Support Specialist; Economic Development Specialist/Sr Planner; Community Development Director; Housing & Community Development Director; Senior Planner; Plans Examiner; Development Engineer