there is a consistent theme of collaboration, shared problem-solving and a collective effort to advance the profession in meaningful ways. WFPS Highlights LEADERSHIP TRANSITION The meeting included the installation of the 2026-2027 WFPS officers, with Trent Keenan stepping into the role of chairman. Trent outlined several priorities for his term, including continued development of shared resources such as the Professional Surveyor (PS) Exam Study Program. WESTERN REGIONAL SURVEY CONFERENCE The 2026 Western Regional Survey Conference launched immediately following the board meeting, with approximately 1,300 attendees, a sold-out exhibit hall and full sponsorship participation. Over 300 auction items were donated to support education foundations, highlighting the strong industry support behind the event. FS STUDY PROGRAM SUCCESS The WFPS Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) Study Program continues to gain traction as a high-quality, affordable resource. Priced at $199, the program includes 16 hours of instruction and has received strong feedback from participants who credit it with helping them pass the exam. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND OUTREACH WFPS continues to leverage resources from the NSPS Workforce Development Committee, including Outreach 101 and CREW materials. Initiatives like beasurveyor.com and coordination with programs such as TAPS are helping introduce the profession to a broader audience. State Highlights Alaska: Membership continues to decline, but there are encouraging signs of renewed engagement from younger members. A standards-of-practice review is underway, and efforts are being made to relaunch a professional publication. Administrative Order 360 is significantly impacting regulatory requirements. Arizona: The Board of Technical Registration has released its Minimum Standards rule package for public comment. APLS continues working toward legislation addressing the 2022 datum. The Young Surveyors Network remains highly active and now has formal representation on the board. California: CLSA’s legislative effort to classify unlicensed surveying as a contractor violation was unsuccessful, but collaboration continues. A new license renewal education requirement will require surveyors to complete a regulatory-focused module. CLSA is also celebrating its 60th anniversary. Colorado: Legislation (SB 26-025) addressing monumentation practices has passed the Senate and is under review in the House. The Board is modernizing monument record processes, including digital submission. Education remains strong, and mandatory continuing education is now in effect. Hawaii: HALS continues advancing workforce development efforts, including CST testing locations and technician training partnerships. The 2027 conference will be held jointly with the GIS association. UCLS Foresights 18
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