2023 Legislative Leadership Conference
October 11 - 13
Jekyll Island Convention Center
Jekyll Island / Glynn County
Mark your calendars for the 2023 Legislative Leadership Conference (LLC). Join ACCG, your county colleagues, and state leaders on October 11-13 at the Jekyll Island Convention Center in Glynn County for the association’s fall policy conference. Attend the LLC to ensure your county's concerns are considered when voting on the 2024 Proposed Policy Agenda and Legislative Priorities and to participate in several engaging educational opportunities.

Why Attend the Legislative Leadership Conference? 

If you’re wondering why you should attend the Legislative Leadership Conference, it’s simple. ACCG is YOUR county association that works on YOUR behalf, so YOUR voice is needed. The LLC provides counties the opportunity to make sure their voices are heard in the association’s policy process. Make YOUR voice and vote count toward deciding which issues ACCG advocates for on YOUR behalf during the upcoming legislative session. See you there!  

Registration is set to open in early August. Regularly monitor your emails and the ACCG website for updates. Click here to view a tentative conference agenda.
Secure Your Conference Housing After You Register
Housing Deadline is September 10, 2023!

ACCG has blocks at five hotels for conference attendees (*EXTREMELY LIMITED* availability at The Westin Jekyll Island). Attendees are encouraged to make hotel reservations as soon as possible, as room blocks tend to sell out quickly. The discounted rates expire on September 10.  
 
Conference Hotels 
 
Courtyard Jekyll Island (178 South Beachview Drive; co-branded with Residence Inn Jekyll Island) 
- 3 room type choices; rates range from $199.00 to $239.00 per night 
- In addition, there is a $5 per night hotel-motel fee, plus current taxes 
 
Hampton Inn and Suites Jekyll Island (200 South Beachview Drive) 
- 3 room type choices; rates range from $163.00 to $183.00 per night  
- In addition, there is a $5 per night hotel-motel fee, plus current taxes 
 
Home2 Suites Jekyll Island (101 Ocean Way)
- all rates are $179.00 per night  
- In addition, there is a $5 per night hotel-motel fee, plus current taxes 
 
Residence Inn Jekyll Island (178 South Beachview Drive; co-branded with Courtyard Jekyll Island) 
- 3 room type choices; rates range from $219.00 to $269.00 per night    
- In addition, there is a $5 per night hotel-motel fee, plus current taxes 
 
The Westin Jekyll Island (110 Ocean Way) 
- 2 room type choices; rates range from $245.00 to $265.00 per night
- *EXTREMELY LIMITED* number of rooms available for ACCG Conference Attendees! (due to an in-house conference they are hosting)
- In addition, there is a $25 per night Resort Charge, $5 per night hotel-motel fee, plus current taxes
Your Participation is Needed in the Business Session - Appoint Your County's Voting Delegate

Business Session to Vote on 2024 Legislative Priorities and Proposed Policy Agenda 
Thursday, October 12
1:30 p.m. 
Ensuring that all counties' voices are heard is a priority of ACCG. The association encourages every county to appoint a voting delegate to vote on the 2024 Proposed Policy Agenda and Legislative Priorities during this year's business session. The business session will take place on Thursday, October 12 at 1:30 p.m. Be sure to complete the voting delegate form by Friday, August 25 and return it to Tottianna Davis by emailing tdavis@accg.org or faxing (678) 626-9642. 

Voting delegate credentials can be picked up onsite at the registration desk on Wednesday, October 11 from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. and on Thursday, October 12 from 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Continuing Education Opportunities Abound 
Sign Up for a Lifelong Learning Academy Course 

Continue your journey of becoming a well-prepared county official by signing up for select courses while at the Legislative Leadership Conference (LLC). Courses are available on Wednesday, October 11 and Friday, October 13. Featuring topics from property appraisal & taxation to transportation funding, ACCG's training and education program for county commissioners has you covered. 
Conference Website Available Soon

The website for the 2023 Legislative Leadership Conference will be available soon. The conference website will serve as your one-stop-shop for all things LLC. Be on the lookout for an update from ACCG regarding the site launch! 
Choose Enterprise Rental for Travel Needs
Don’t forget about the Georgia county government discount with Enterprise Rent-A-Car when considering your travel needs for the conference. The discount also includes rentals made through National. Enterprise is the preferred provider of rental vehicle services for ACCG. Visit here for more information. 

Stay tuned for more conference information and updates from your friends at ACCG!