Local Government Capitol Connection

NDACo, along with our local government partners from the ND League of Cities, ND Recreation and Parks, ND School Boards & 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 & 19^th and will be held at the Bismarck Event Center with a legislative social being held Feb. 18^th. 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 earn 5 FREE ILG training hours!

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

Tentative 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: [placeholder for description]

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 – Indicate your choice on your registration

*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 www.ndsba.org.

 

This form is no longer available. To register for the County Day at the Capitol, please call 701-425-0808. Thank you.