Convention 2026 Presentations

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*Please note, session presentations may be added as they become available.

General Sessions

A.I., Access, and the Future of Governance: Closing the Tech Gap in Communities – Turnage

Democracy Starts Here: Leading at the Local Level – Gilmartin

Strong Foundations for Strong Communities – Marohn

Smart Budgeting: Innovative Approaches to Financial Resilience – Carpenter

The Vision Zero Approach for Safer Local Roads – Dawe | Roberts | Sledge

A Beginner’s Guide to Whiplash-Free Housing Development – Acosta

What USDA Rural Development Can Do for You – Restuccia

A.I. in Government: Promises, Pitfalls, & Preparedness – Dayton | Mohan

The First Amendment & the Right to Peaceably Assemble – Tromp

The Michigan Oasis: Implications for Future Planning – Farrell-Rodriguez | McBurrows

Managing Benefits Before They Manage Your Budget – Bobrovetski

Reimagining Michigan’s Harbors from a Local Perspective – Finnell | Johnson | Muhammad | Wheeler

Public Service, Mental Health, & Family Impact – Stuart | Perschbacher

Making Every Vote Accessible: Empowering Your Community – Edevbie

Building Coalitions to Address Homelessness and Housing Vulnerable Communities – Hufnagel | Holm | Hannon