Save The Date: Local Government Capitol Connection

Posted 11/13/24 (Wed)

Donnell Preskey | NDACo Government/Public Relations Specialist

NDACo, along with our local government partners from the ND League of Cities, ND Recreation and Parks, ND School Boards and ND Townships are putting together a joint event during the Legislative Session. This will replace the NDACo County Day. The event is scheduled for Feb. 18 and 19 and will be held at the Bismarck Event Center with a legislative social being held Feb. 18th.

We will be inviting all our county members to attend. NDACo will start to get the word out about this event and include the attached save the date in future marketing
to members. Below is the tentative agenda. County attendees will get 5 FREE ILG training hours. Please save the date on your calendar as well so you can take part and mingle with our members.

Join us for this excellent new opportunity for our county members to collaborate with other local government partners.

AGENDA

Tuesday, February 18
3:00 p.m. — Welcome
3:10 p.m. — Governor’s Address
3:40 p.m. — “How To” on Legislative Engagement:
Learn effective strategies for engaging with legislators and advocating for your community’s needs. This session will provide practical tips and best practices for building relationships with legislators and growing your confidence in the legislative process.
4:25 p.m. — Local Government Legislative Priorities Panel:

Join a panel of representatives from the political subdivision state associations as they discuss pressing legislative topics affecting local government.
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Legislative Social: Network with fellow local government officials and professionals, along with legislators and key stakeholders in a relaxed setting. This social event is an excellent opportunity to build relationships and discuss the day’s insights in an informal atmosphere.
Wednesday, February 19
8:30 a.m. — Welcome and Announcements
8:40 a.m. — Minority Leaders Address
9:10 a.m. — Property Tax Panel: Property tax is a hot topic this legislative session. Hear from a panel of experts about property tax legislation that has been proposed and how it may impact political subdivisions.
10:10 a.m. — Break
10:30 a.m. — NDIRF Presentation
11:00 a.m. — Majority Leaders Address
11:30 a.m. — Lunch: Grab a boxed lunch at the Event Center before attending floor sessions or legislative hearings, or attend the Public Safety Lunch at the Capitol

*Attendees are encouraged to attend floor sessions and legislative hearings throughout each day to deepen their understanding of ongoing legislative activities.
Registration

The cost to attend is $60 per person. Registration will open Dec. 2, 2024, on the ND School Board Association website at ndsba.org.