CapCon 2022 Program FLIPPING BOOK

Lobbying 3.0 —Meeting Room 201 The League is a successful, grassroots organization largely because of the involvement of active members. In the Lobbying 2.0 break out session, you will learn the nuts and bolts of advocacy. You will hear from a panel of experts as they share their best practices for lobbying and messaging to achieve results and their experiences being lobbied. Learn how to effectively communicate your message and develop coalitions and partnerships with groups and businesses to achieve your community’s goals.

Herasanna Richards, Legislative Associate, State & Federal Affairs, Michigan Municipal League Mike Krombeen, Partner, Midwest Strategy Group Jean Doss, Partner, Capitol Services, Inc. Al Pscholka, Vice President, Public Relations and Government Affairs, Kinexus Group

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The Latest on Marihuana in Michigan —Meeting Rooms 103 & 104 If you missed the marihuana session at Convention, or wonder what's happening with marihuana and municipalities in general, attend this breakout. The session will cover any recent changes to state laws, initiatory petitions for recreational marihuana, and charter amendment initiatory petitions for medical marihuana. Michigan Green Communities: Your Step-by-Step Guide to a Sustainable, Healthy, & Equitable Community —Meeting Rooms 202 & 203 With the passage of the American Rescue Plan Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Michigan local leaders have an opportunity to make investments in straightforward solutions that ensure a healthier living environment for residents and strengthen regional economies. The Michigan Green Communities program provides tools and resources that support local efforts to advance and track environmental progress. Join us for this interactive session to learn more about practical actions your community can take to save energy and water, reduce waste, improve water quality, and protect natural resources. Speaker: Laura Genovich, Attorney, Foster Swift

Daniel Schoonmaker, LEED, Executive Director, West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum David Norwood, Municipal Services Deputy Director, Canton Township Julie Staveland, Manager, Sustainability Section, EGLE

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