he 2018 Congressional City Conference will take place in Washington, D.C. March 11-14, with pre-conference NLC University Seminars taking place March 10-11. More than 2,000 city leaders will gather to represent and advocate for the interests of cities in the Nation's Capital. Registration for the 2018 Congressional City Conference is now open, register today!
Many churches hold special services on Easter Sunday, which celebrate the Jesus Christ's resurrection after his crucifixion. Many people also decorate eggs. These can be hard boiled eggs that can be eaten later, but may also be model eggs made of plastic, chocolate, candy or other materials. It is also common to organize Easter egg […]
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The main agenda items will be the election of officers and board members for the 2018-19 year and the consideration of proposed bylaws changes relating to the adoption of police standards for League membership. These items will be mailed or emailed to members. Jim Wild the Executive Director of East-West Gateway will be presenting an […]
In recognition of the 100 Year Anniversary of the League, the format for the annual installation dinner will not include the Muni Awards. The new officers will be installed, followed by the keynote speaker, Clarence Anthony the Executive Director of the National League of Cities. The annual Buzz Westfall Award for Excellence in Local Govenment […]
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States of America. Over two dozen cities and towns claim to be the birthplace of Memorial Day. While Waterloo N.Y. was officially declared the birthplace of Memorial Day by President Lyndon Johnson in May […]
The Municipal League of Metro St. Louis and East-West Gateway Council of Governments are launching a new training opportunity for elected officials and municipal staff. The Local Government Summer Institute will offer targeted, in-depth professional development on a rotating set of topics each summer. Registration is open to municipal staff and elected officials in Missouri […]
Sessions will focus on the fundamentals of municipal government and how municipalities fit in to our Federal system of government. The session will explore the basis for authority for municipal government and how it is limited. Session will also review the distinctions between municipal classifications, as well as the appropriate roles and duties for local […]