Convention General Information
Wednesday
September 17, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Thursday
September 18, 7 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday
September 19, 7–10:30 a.m.
Download the free Convention mobile app on your smartphone from your app store by searching for “Michigan Municipal League.” The app will have exclusive information and notifications throughout the event. Available soon!
Convention name badges must be worn to gain admission to educational, meal, and social functions.
Guests can be registered with Convention attendees to participate in meals and the welcome reception and vendor reception. Guest registration does not include admittance to the Convention general sessions, breakout sessions, or education tours.
Explore all that Grand Rapids has to offer. Check out recommended places to visit during your time in the city!
This year, Convention will coincide with ArtPrize, an annual international art competition and cultural festival that welcomes more than 800,000 visitors to discover the transformative power of art. Convention attendees are encouraged to explore the event as it unfolds across Grand Rapids.
The full Convention registration includes Wednesday lunch and welcome reception; Thursday breakfast, lunch, and vendor reception; and Friday breakfast.
Voting will take place at the Community Excellence Award voting table on Wednesday, September 17, 4–5:30 p.m., and again on Thursday, September 18, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Voting is also available digitally via the 2025 Convention app.
An evaluation survey for the overall Convention experience will be emailed following the conclusion of the event.
In accordance with the League Bylaws, the Board of Trustees will consider statements of policy in advance of the annual meeting. Clerks from member municipalities will be notified when the 2025–2026 proposed League Core Legislative Principles are available on the League website.
The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) offers a voluntary credentialing program to recognize professional local government managers and to promote lifelong learning. To assist managers who are considering or already participating in the program, the League will list one or more of ICMA’s 18 core competency (CC) areas for each of the Convention sessions.