Miami, Florida

Valle Valle & Partners has been honored with a 2025 Award of Excellence for Public Outreach by the American Planning Association Florida Chapter (APA Florida) for its work on the Citizens’ Master Plan for the City of Homestead, Florida.

The American Planning Association is the leading professional organization for urban planning in the United States, dedicated to advancing sound planning practices, community engagement, and sustainable development. Through its Florida Chapter, APA recognizes exemplary planning efforts that demonstrate innovation, public involvement, and meaningful impact at the local and regional level.

The Award of Excellence for Public Outreach celebrates planning initiatives that successfully engage communities and elevate public participation in the planning process. Valle Valle & Partners was recognized for its inclusive and transparent outreach strategy, which encouraged broad civic participation and ensured that residents’ voices played a central role in shaping Homestead’s long-term vision.

The Citizens’ Master Plan emphasized collaboration between community members, stakeholders, and local leadership, resulting in a framework that reflects shared values, local identity, and aspirations for future growth. This recognition by APA Florida underscores Valle Valle & Partners’ commitment to people-centered planning and its belief that strong, resilient communities are built through meaningful dialogue and engagement.