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SESSION TOPICS
Ohio Statehouse Tour - Optional
Attendees are invited to meet at the Renaissance hotel for a one-hour tour of the Ohio Statehouse. Please note that those on the tour will be walking and standing throughout the tour. Lunch will be provided at the Statehouse prior to the start of the conference sessions.
Ohio’s Economy: How are We Doing and What Else Can Be Done?
Discover more about the current state of Ohio’s economic environment and how municipalities can partner with businesses in their community to find success.
Strategies for Community Development & Redevelopment
Do you want your community to experience the revitalization it deserves? Learn what you can do to develop places, spaces, and dreams for your town and the entrepreneurs within it.
Adjusting to the Challenges of Today’s Workforce
As many local governments struggle to meet the workforce needs that their business community relies on, municipalities are also not immune to the struggle of filling their employment ranks. Learn more about what can be done from a municipal perspective.
When the Worst Happens: Effective Handling of Crisis Communication
When it comes to crises in a community, it’s not a question of “if,” but “when.” Be better prepared by learning what you can do as a crisis unfolds and how to communicate with your residents and stakeholders.
Cybersecurity: Protecting Your Municipality Against the Undeclared War
As we live and work in our communities, there are bad actors looking to use technology against us. Find out how to further protect yourself, your municipality, and its residents.
Ohio General Assembly Legislative Update
Learn more about what has taken place during the current Ohio General Assembly session and in the governor’s administration – including what to expect in the future.
Strategies to Address Housing Challenges
Population changes, mixed with the needs and wants of residents and businesses, are having a significant impact on housing stock in communities throughout the state. Discover how your community can take action and find the balance in housing that it needs.
Leveraging the State Resources Available to Your Community
The State of Ohio’s executive agencies have great leverage in the funding, rules, and processes of its many programs and services available to municipalities. Hear from a panel of administration officials about how you can take advantage of such opportunities.
The American Rescue Plan Act – What Do Municipalities Need to Know Now?
The signing of the American Rescue Plan Act had local government officials from across the nation drinking from a fire hose. Now that we have our bearings and the pandemic has calmed down, find out the latest on ARPA and what you need to know today.
Municipal Home Rule in One Word – “Charter-tution”
What is Home Rule and from where does it originate? At this session, attendees from both charter and statutory municipalities can hear more about the benefits of charters and the flexibility that comes with them.
The Creator Mindset: How to Be More Creative at Work
Author Nir Bashan wrote his award-winning book, “The Creator Mindset: 92 Tools to Unlock the Secrets to Innovation, Growth and Sustainability.” He has taught thousands of leaders around the globe how to harness the power of creativity and innovation to boost customer service and ultimately create more meaning in their work. See how these principles can apply to your work as a municipal official.
How is Ohio’s Municipal Income Tax Doing and Not Doing?
The municipal income tax is essential to the vast majority of Ohio municipalities, and it continues to receive great attention as a result of the pandemic and so many people working from home. This session will cover the latest on the muni income tax and what could be ahead.
Municipal Budgeting & Finance Strategies
Budgeting and finance will always remain important to municipalities in order to provide the infrastructure, programs, and services their residents and businesses rely upon. Come learn about some new strategies that could prove beneficial to your community.
Lobbying 101: Veteran Lobbyists Share Advocacy Strategies
Although OML is regularly on Capitol Square representing Ohio’s municipalities, it’s also important that leaders in each community build relationships with state officials and make their needs and wants known. Find out how you can be a more effective advocate for your city or village.
Aging in Place: Responding to Senior Citizen Challenges
As many places in Ohio face the prospect of an aging population, municipalities are adjusting their programs and services accordingly. At this session, learn about what can be done to assist the older adults in your community.
The View from Capitol Hill: Federal Legislative Update
With conference attendees having already been updated on happenings at the Ohio Statehouse, we’ll turn our attention to the federal level. OML’s partners at the National League of Cities will be on hand to provide the latest updates on congressional legislation, Biden Administration policies, and how federal policies affect municipalities in Ohio.
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