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. 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” OF 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.            PROPERTY TAX 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.            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.

10:10 a.m.          Break

10:30 a.m.          BE A PART!

Established in 1986, the ND Insurance Reserve Fund (NDIRF) was
created to provide insurance coverage for political subdivisions,
enabling them to deliver essential and valuable government
services. Dedicated exclusively to serving North Dakota’s political
subdivisions, all at a stable cost. Join NDIRF’s Chief Executive
Officer, Keith Pic, to learn more about what the NDIRF does and
how you can be a part of its success.

11:00 a.m.         MAJORITY LEADERS ADDRESS

11:30 a.m.         LUNCH-Capitol

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/capitol-connection.

No cancellations after noon on February 10, 2025.

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ACCOMMODATIONS
Room blocks have been reserved at the Bismarck hotels listed below. Please contact the hotel of your choice directly to reserve your room.

HOTEL	RATES	BLOCK DEADLINE	BOOKING LINK	PHONE
Bismarck Hotel & Conference Center 800 S 3rd Street	$110/single $110/double	Feb. 3, 2025	BOOK HERE	701-660-8063
Candlewood Suites 4400 Skyline Crossing	$99 flat rate	Jan. 27, 2025	Reference Room Block “Capitol Connection”	701-751-8900
EverSpring Inn 200 Bismarck Expressway	$99 flat rate	Feb. 3, 2025	Reference Room Block “Capitol Connection”	701-222-2900
EverSpring Suites 180 E Bismarck Expressway	$99 flat rate	Feb. 10, 2025	Reference Room Block “Capitol Connection”	701-222-3311
Holiday Inn of Bismarck 3903 State Street	$99 flat rate	Jan. 27, 2025	Reference Room Block “Capitol Connection”	701-751-8240
Radisson Hotel Bismarck 605 E Broadway Ave.	$99 single	Jan. 18, 2025	Radisson Hotel Bismarck BOOKING LINK	701-712-6475
Ramada Bismarck Hotel 1400 E Interchange Ave.	$99 single $110 double	Feb. 3, 2025	Reference Room Block “Capitol Connection”	701-258-7000
Wingate by Wyndham Bismarck 1421 Skyline Blvd.	$99 flat rate	Jan. 29, 2025	Wingate by Wyndham Bismarck BOOKING LINK	701-751-2373