APA Texas East Section Roadshow & Workshop, 5 September | Event in Texarkana | AllEvents

APA Texas East Section Roadshow & Workshop

American Planning Association, Texas Chapter

Highlights

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 09:00 am

8 hours

Hotel Grim

Starting at USD 13

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Date & Location

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 09:00 am to 05:00 pm (GMT-05:00)

Hotel Grim

211 West 3rd Street, Texarkana, United States

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About the event

APA Texas East Section Roadshow & Workshop
Join us for a full day of professional development, networking, and on-the-ground learning in Texarkana!

About this Event

301 N State Line Ave, Texarkana, TX 75501 (Use Pine Street Entrance)

Join us for a full day of professional development, networking, and on-the-ground learning in Texarkana! The agenda includes updates on planning legislation, an engaging discussion on the role of AI in planning, and a deep dive into the award-winning Grim Hotel redevelopment project. Enjoy a catered lunch, followed by a walking tour of downtown Texarkana’s historic landmarks. We’ll wrap up the day with a casual happy hour to connect with fellow planners and community leaders.


  • Light breakfast and lunch provided
  • CM credits available
  • Please use the Pine Street entrance to access the Palm Room in the Grim Hotel
  • Click here for a map of available parking around the hotel

AGENDA

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM – Check-In & Networking

9:30 AM – 11:30 AM – Downtown Walking TourLocations: AmTrak Station, Bi-State Justice Building / County Courthouse, Adjacent historic properties and public spaces

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – Lunch (Catered by Tamolly’s)Slideshow of the Grim Hotel Redevelopment

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM – Legislation Update*Speaker: Rolandrea RussellTopics: Legal process & ordinances, urban and rural planning

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM – Planning and AI*Speakers: Kelly Porter & Annie AnandTopics: Technology in planning, practitioner tools

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Case Study: The Lofts at the Grim Hotel*Speakers: David Orr, Daphnea Ryan, Vashil FernandezTopics: Historic preservation & tax credits, downtown redevelopment, CDBG & EPA funding, financial strategies, homelessness and housing

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Networking Happy Hour


*CM credit available


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APA Texas East Section Roadshow & Workshop, 5 September | Event in Texarkana | AllEvents
APA Texas East Section Roadshow & Workshop
Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 09:00 am
USD 13