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Martinez Earns 2026 Planning Agency Award of Excellence

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The City of Martinez has been awarded the 2026 Planning Agency Award of Excellence by the American Planning Association California Chapter’s Northern Section. - The award highlights the city’s success in housing policy, waterfront revitalization, economic development, and long-range planning.

- Martinez stood out among smaller communities for its ability to manage significant planning and development work while preserving its unique character. - Mayor Brianne Zorn praised the Planning Division for its commitment to balancing growth with community identity.

The award will be presented at the Northern Section Awards Gala in September 2026, and Martinez will advance to statewide consideration.

This story was originally reported by claycord. Read the original article here.

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