Each year the Inland Empire solicits the community to apply for an APA Section Award. There are a variety of categories ranging from unique and exceptional developments to individiduals who have contributed to the planning community. Each category can have one winner along with a possible award of merit if there are multiple applications which meet the criteria. Section winners are eligible to apply for the Chapter Award. The jury panel carefully reviews each application package weighing its merits with regards to the category criteria and relationship to other applications in the same category. The jury can, at their discretion, move an application to another more appropriate category, if it is felt the application was submitted incorrectly.
On behalf of the Inland Empire Executive Board, we thank all applicants for their tremendous effort in preparing an awards package and we look forward to the next year’s round of submittals. Please check back here for information regarding the next application process and submittal dates. Should you have any questions regarding the awards application process, please contact the section’s Awards Program Coordinator, Kassie Vickers (kass.vick@gmail.com).
2026 Awards
APA Inland Empire Awards 2026 – Nominations Now Open!
It’s time to celebrate the planners, projects, and partnerships shaping the Inland Empire.
We’re accepting nominations across categories recognizing:
Individual Leadership & Legacy
Community & Social Impact
Institutional & Strategic Planning
From students and pioneers to transformative plans and bold implementation efforts — we want to highlight the work making a difference in our communities
Submit nominations by March 6
LINK TO AWARD APPLICATION FORM
Note: Google sign-in is required to upload attachments.
Please reach out to Kassie Vickers (kass.vick@gmail.com) with any questions.
Save the Date!
Join us for the APA Inland Empire Awards 2026 as we celebrate excellence in planning — and honor the 100-year anniversary of Route 66, the iconic “Mother Road” that has shaped communities, mobility, and economic development across generations.
When: May 21, 2026
Where: Eastvale, CA
This year’s celebration will recognize outstanding projects, leaders, and initiatives that continue to strengthen and inspire our region all while reflecting on a century of history along Route 66 and its lasting impact on the Inland Empire.
Call for nominations coming soon!
Mark your calendars — we look forward to celebrating with you!
2025 Awards
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Awards Program
Congratulations to our 2025 Award Winners
