CapCon 2024 Program

Wednesday, March 13

11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m Networking Luncheon

Exhibit Hall A

11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m Michigan Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (MBC-LEO) Annual Meeting & Luncheon (registration required) Governor’s Room

1:30–2:30 p.m. Concurrent Breakout Sessions

Siting Renewable Energy: The Ins and Outs of Options for Local Governments Public Act 233 and 234 of 2023 brought sweeping changes to the landscape of renewable energy in Michigan, specifically, to the role of local governments. Join us for a conversation on one of the most significant changes: the creation of the compatible renewable energy ordinance (CREO). Only through a CREO, which must comply with state statue, can a local government guarantee that the project be sited at the local level. During this session, we’ll break down the expectations of a CREO, identify the steps to make existing ordinances compatible, and examine the consequences for a local unit without one. Speakers: Dr. Sarah Mills, Director, Center for EmPowering Communities, University of Michigan Meeting Rooms 101-102

Herasanna Richards, Legislative Associate, State & Federal Affairs, Michigan Municipal League (moderator)

Moderator:

Janet Dillon, Mayor Pro Tem, Saline

CC 8: Policy Facilitation and Implementation

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