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  • NACo: National Association of Counties’ LUCC (Large Urban County Caucus) Fly-In
  • A great opportunity for our nation’s urban county elected officials to educate federal policymakers and other key federal officials about the importance of counties and the unique issu​es facing urban areas. This year’s event will focus on the county role in addressing the essential buildi​ng blocks for our nation’s economic prosperity and economic growth. We will be discussing the potential impacts of pending federal policy debates on Medicaid reform, tax-exempt municipal bonds, treatment of remote and online sales taxes, workforce readiness and other essential economic and community development issues.




  • 2013 APTA Bus and Paratransit Conferece
  • Programming includes topics such as policy and planning, operations and maintenance, public transportation in today’s operating environment, technology, safety and security, procurement, professional development, and special issues on accessible transportation. The conference includes over 30 specialized educational sessions, technical training workshops, interactive presentations, special events, tours, and also a bus display and exhibitor showcase featuring the latest bus and paratransit vehicles, products, and services. Who should attend: all bus and paratransit system personnel, board members, policymakers, suppliers, consultants, and any other personnel involved with bus and paratransit design, construction, operations, and maintenance.




  • Early Indicators of Shale Energy Development: A Framework for County Readiness
  • Shale oil and gas development, and accompanying use of hydraulic fracturing techniques, is rapidly expanding. Recognizing early indicators for shale development in your county can provide more time to plan and prepare for shale activity. Webinar participants will discover a framework for common stages of shale development and accompanying activities. Participants will then learn initial steps for positioning and preparing county governments for potential development.

  • Early Indicators of Shale Energy Development: A Framework for County Readiness
  • Shale oil and gas development, and accompanying use of hydraulic fracturing techniques, is rapidly expanding. Recognizing early indicators for shale development in your county can provide more time to plan and prepare for shale activity. Webinar participants will discover a framework for common stages of shale development and accompanying activities. Participants will then learn initial steps for positioning and preparing county governments for potential development.


  • NCSL: National Council of State Legislatures’ Spring Forum in Denver
  • The Spring Forum: A peak perspective in the Mile High City The Spring Forum in Denver will give you a range of ideas that elevate discussions and move mountains. You'll hear from national experts, find the NCSL staff who can give you the research you need to turn your ideas into action, and help develop policies that direct NCSL's advocacy efforts on behalf of the states.





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