Upcoming Events
The following is a non-comprehensive list of events that may be of interest to members. CM credit events are noted where applicable.
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April2025
Spring 2025 AICP Certification Cycle OpensRegistration for the Spring 2025 AICP Certification Cycle opens April 1, at 10:00 AM EST and closes April 30, at 4:00 PM EST.
All DayVirtual
5
April2025
2025 PA Land Use InstituteCM PENDING
The PA Land Use Institute is an annual CELG event in its 24th year in 2025. CELG hosts the Master Planner and Advanced Master Planner certificate programs. The Master Planner Certificate Program consists of three core classes in Community Planning, SALDO administration, and either Zoning or Zoning Administration. Each core course is 9 hours of direct instruction. CELG also sponsors the Advanced Master Planner Certificate which is achieved with 15 additional hours of advanced planning topics. This year’s PA Land Use Institute awards 4 Advanced Master Planner credits.
The PA Land Use Institute follows a similar format every year with the first two hours dedicated to a panel of Attorneys who review current PA land use litigation and legislation.
The second half of the program is dedicated to cutting edge topics where we can dig deeper into planning topics which are current and where training assists attendees in meeting the challenges before them in their municipal responsibilities. This year’s topics are focused around the Berks County Comprehensive Plan update, the Growing Berks initiative, and the Berks County Agricultural Preservation Program.
The PA Land Use Institute is an annual CELG event in its 24th year in 2025. CELG hosts the Master Planner and Advanced Master Planner certificate programs. The Master Planner Certificate Program consists of three core classes in Community Planning, SALDO administration, and either Zoning or Zoning Administration. Each core course is 9 hours of direct instruction. CELG also sponsors the Advanced Master Planner Certificate which is achieved with 15 additional hours of advanced planning topics. This year’s PA Land Use Institute awards 4 Advanced Master Planner credits.
The PA Land Use Institute follows a similar format every year with the first two hours dedicated to a panel of Attorneys who review current PA land use litigation and legislation.
The second half of the program is dedicated to cutting edge topics where we can dig deeper into planning topics which are current and where training assists attendees in meeting the challenges before them in their municipal responsibilities. This year’s topics are focused around the Berks County Comprehensive Plan update, the Growing Berks initiative, and the Berks County Agricultural Preservation Program.
8 AMCenter for Excellence In Local Government
at Albright College – Room 100 Roessner
Hall
at Albright College – Room 100 Roessner
Hall
10
April2025
April 2025 Section MeetingThe April 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams.
12 PMVirtual
18
April2025
Webinar: Web Skills & Platforms for PlannersCM 1.5
As planners increasingly embrace digital tools, understanding the workings behind the web has become crucial. Just as “Code is the new concrete,” planners who understand the “infrastructure” of websites can more effectively engage with digital platforms to serve their communities. This webinar, Planning Webcast: Web Skills for Planners, will provide an essential foundation in web skills, equipping participants to evaluate, design, deploy, and maintain websites. Participants will gain insights into everything from user-friendly design principles to back-end fundamentals, collaboration with web developers , or key no-code platforms. The session will also highlight web tools like Google Sites, Wix, and AI-driven resources that simplify coding and optimize functionality. With knowledge of these tools, planners can confidently navigate and harness the potential of web technology to enhance their planning efforts.
As planners increasingly embrace digital tools, understanding the workings behind the web has become crucial. Just as “Code is the new concrete,” planners who understand the “infrastructure” of websites can more effectively engage with digital platforms to serve their communities. This webinar, Planning Webcast: Web Skills for Planners, will provide an essential foundation in web skills, equipping participants to evaluate, design, deploy, and maintain websites. Participants will gain insights into everything from user-friendly design principles to back-end fundamentals, collaboration with web developers , or key no-code platforms. The session will also highlight web tools like Google Sites, Wix, and AI-driven resources that simplify coding and optimize functionality. With knowledge of these tools, planners can confidently navigate and harness the potential of web technology to enhance their planning efforts.
1 PMZoom
30
April2025
Spring 2025 AICP Certification Cycle EndsRegistration for the Spring 2025 AICP Certification Cycle opens April 1, at 10:00 AM EST and closes April 30, at 4:00 PM EST.
All DayVirtual
15
May2025
May 2025 Section MeetingThe May 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams.
12 PMVirtual
16
May2025
Deadline for Annual Awards NominationsThe PA Chapter of APA is pleased to invite nominations for the 2025 PA Chapter of APA Planning Awards, to be presented at the Annual Conference, October 12-14 in Harrisburg. It is the opportunity to showcase distinguished individuals and successful projects – the best and brightest in Pennsylvania planning!
11:59 PM
12
June2025
June 2025 Section MeetingThe June 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held in-person, location TBD.
12 PMIn-Person
TBD
TBD
10
July2025
July 2025 Section MeetingThe July 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams.
12 PMVirtual
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August2025
August 2025 Section MeetingThe August 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams.
12 PMVirtual
11
September2025
September 2025 Section MeetingThe September 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held in-person, location TBD.
12 PMIn-Person
TBD
TBD
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November2025
November 2025 Section MeetingThe November 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held virtually on Microsoft Teams.
12 PMVirtual
11
December2025
December 2025 Section MeetingThe December 2025 meeting of the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section will be held in-person, location TBD.
12 PMIn-Person
TBD
TBD
Section Events
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