CapCon 2024 Program

Wednesday, March 13

Approving New Housing Options—What Makes or Breaks the Deal? Meeting Rooms 103–104 In the last several years, the demand for housing options at all income levels has increased. New financial resources, revamped state policies, and a growing list of creative tools have positioned communities for success. Hear from developers who are spearheading projects in large and small communities across Michigan as they discuss what can help these projects cross the finish line or cause them to walk away. You won’t want to miss this informative discussion on one of Michigan’s most pressing needs. Speakers: Jill Ferrari, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Renovare Development Shannon Morgan, Managing Partner, Renovare Development Jennifer Rigterink, Assistant Director, State & Federal Affairs, Michigan Municipal League (moderator) Moderator: Pauline Repp, Mayor, Port Huron CC 8: Policy Facilitation and Implementation CC 9: Community and Resident Service CC 10: Service Delivery Collective Bargaining and Changes in Your Community Meeting Room 201 The Michigan Legislature passed several bills this session that will change the topics and requirements local governments must entertain from labor organizations and during collective bargaining. More bills are slated for legislative discussion in 2024. What does this mean for your community? Join us for an update on some of the changes that will impact municipalities across Michigan, from intergovernmental agreements and minimum staffing levels to workers’ rights. Speakers: Brandon Fournier, Partner, Shifman Fournier Dave Hodgkins, Legislative Associate, State & Federal Affairs, Michigan Municipal League (moderator) Moderator: Anita Ashford, Councilmember, Port Huron CC 13: Human Resources Management and Workforce Engagement

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