2026 CapCon Program

Agenda

Agenda

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 2:30–3 p.m.

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 3–4 p.m.

Afternoon Snack & Networking Break Mainstreet Concourse

Concurrent Breakout Sessions Get Housing Ready: Zoning Best Practices for EveryCommunity Sponsored by Allen Edwin Homes Meeting Room 201 The League’s proposed MI Home Program supports investment to accelerate housing development while promoting updates to local zoning regulations that cultivate thriving communities. Explore housing reforms calibrated to the local level, prepare for a range of housing types, and learn to tailor housing policies to fit your community’s needs. 2030 Census Countdown: Making Every Resident Count - Starting Now Hosted by MBC-LEO Meeting Room 202 The 2030 Census will shape Michigan’s representation and funding for the next decade. This session highlights actions municipal leaders can take to ensure a complete and accurate count, including address canvassing, data verification, and community trust-building with hard-to reach and undercounted populations.

3–4 p.m.

Concurrent Breakout Sessions What to Do When You’re Expecting: Spending New Transportation Revenue Wisely Meeting Rooms 101–102

State transportation funding has increased by nearly $2 billion annually, with significant resources targeted towards local roads. Explore how thoughtful planning can provide multimodal transportation options, increase economic vibrancy, protect the environment, and foster thriving communities. Trial by Fire: Learning Zoning & Planning from the Witness Stand Presented by Business Alliance Program Participant Williams & Works Meeting Rooms 103–104 In this mock trial session, observe how land use scenarios unfold through witness testimonies, attorney arguments, and judicial rulings. Gain insights on common procedural mistakes, legally defensible decisions, and best practices that withstand judicial review.

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