Nexus Planning Services receives Letter of Recommendation from the Spokane Tribe of Indians after completion of the 477 Economic Development Plan [September 20, 2024]

"On behalf of the Spokane Tribe of Indians, I am pleased to recommend Nexus Planning for their outstanding work on our 477 Economic Development Plan. Nexus Planning demonstrated a deep understanding of our community’s needs and goals, ensuring that the plan was tailored to our unique economic and cultural landscape.

Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to supporting the Tribe’s long-term vision have been invaluable. The team was highly collaborative, listening carefully to our input and offering expert guidance to create a comprehensive and forward-thinking plan.

We are confident that Nexus Planning’s expertise will benefit any organization looking for strategic, community-focused economic development solutions. It was a pleasure working with them, and we look forward to future opportunities for collaboration."  - James Best,  Planning & Economic Development Director

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CBH News: Nexus Planning Services presents the results of Quincy Washington’s Community Engagement Survey  [October 19, 2023] 

Nexus Planning Services  recently had the opportunity to present the survey results for Quincy's Community Engagement for Parks Facilities Improvements project. “Quincy city officials commissioned a survey of residents in the proposed park district to find out what they thought about the city’s park system in general, as well as their opinion on the fieldhouse and swimming pool projects. Ryan Hughes of Nexus Planning Services presented preliminary results to the Quincy City Council on Tuesday.”  (Columbia Basin Herald, Oct. 19, 2023). Nexus is grateful to the City and our project partners Points Consulting and MT-LA.   Click here for the full article 

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Nexus Planning Services providing mapping and analysis services for three Eastern Oregon communities.   [March 8, 2023] 

In partnership with the Moscow, ID based economics firm, Points Consulting, Nexus Planning Services is currently assisting Heppner, Lexington and Ione (Morrow County Oregon) in preparation of their “Goal 9” Economic Opportunities Analysis. Through GIS-based mapping – along with research and analysis – the project will provide buildable lands and economics assessments in preparation for future economic development and job growth. 

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Nexus Planning Services to present at this year's Washington State American Planning Association (APA-WA)  [September 22, 2022] 

Nexus Planning Services was honored to present at the 2022 Washington State American Planning Association (APA) annual conference in Vancouver, WA from October 11-13. Nexus' principal planner, Ryan Hughes, shared exciting work around statewide guidance for the promotion of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).  Click here for the conference session details 

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KXLY News: Facing a housing shortage of 2,353 units, Nexus Planning offers suggestions for easing the housing emergency in Kootenai County [April 6, 2022] 

Nexus Planning Services' owner and principal planner, Ryan Hughes, was recently asked to weigh in on Kootenai County's home sharing program. Says Hughes "We all recognize that innovative solutions are needed to substantively address the housing deficit in our region."   Click here for Ryan's interview with KXLY