September 16, 2025
Are you new to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)? Would you like a refresher? Join us on November 12, 2025, from 12 to 1 pm, for an insightful, free webinar specifically tailored for professionals working in or with schools and community colleges who want to gain an understanding of... Read more »
September 10, 2025
PlaceWorks’ APA Chapter Awards reflect the high quality of our work and our unwavering commitment to our clients. But at their core, they are a testament to our team and the people who that carry out this work and uphold our values in communities across the state. It is with... Read more »
September 3, 2025
As we begin the countdown to this year’s APA California Conference, we are honored to announce that the Laguna Beach Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP) has been awarded the 2025 Resilience and Sustainability Award for its comprehensive approach to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and building community resilience to climate... Read more »
July 24, 2025
We are excited to announce the appointment of Susan K. Hori as PlaceWorks’ newest Board member. Susan’s appointment will provide strategic guidance and key insights as we look to the future. “We’re delighted to welcome Susan to our Board of Directors,” said Keith McCann, Chairman of the Board. “Susan’s deep understanding... Read more »
July 2, 2025
We’re pleased to announce this year’s scholarship recipients—Conrad Alumia and Luis Valente! The PlaceWorks Scholarship Program, which is now in its 5th year, was established to provide financial assistance to individuals from historically underrepresented groups pursuing degrees in planning, urban design, architecture, environmental planning, landscape architecture, and related fields. Conrad... Read more »
May 27, 2025
PlaceWorks is thrilled to welcome Liza Debies as an Associate Principal of Environmental Services. Liza a highly skilled environmental planner with over a decade of experience managing and preparing a wide range of CEQA and NEPA documents for projects across California. Her in-depth knowledge of the environmental review process, combined... Read more »
