2017LEAGUE ANNUAL CONFERENCE HILTON EL CONQUISTADOR IN ORO VALLEY AUGUST 22-25

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1 2017LEAGUE ANNUAL CONFERENCE HILTON EL CONQUISTADOR IN ORO VALLEY AUGUST 22-25

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3 Welcome to Oro Valley 2 General Information 3 Conference Sponsors 4 Tuesday Agenda 6 Wednesday Agenda 7 Thursday Agenda 12 Friday Agenda 17 Conference at a Glance 18 Youth Program 20 Spouse/Guest Tour 21 Service Awards 22 Legislative Awards Conference Map 24

4 WELCOME TO ORO VALLEY We're honored to host the 2017 League of Arizona Cities and Towns Annual Conference at the gorgeous Hilton El Conquistador Golf and Tennis Resort. I am confident you will have a first-class experience. This conference is a platform for Arizona's mayors and councilmembers to share best practices, innovative ideas and successful strategies. One strategy for success I'd like to challenge you each to consider is adopting the mindset that governance should be non-partisan. We are elected to serve every member of our respective communities. As such, when we are asked to consider new services, programs and initiatives, it is our responsibility to consider these ideas based on how they will impact quality of life; not on whether they are Democrat ideas or Republican ideas. I invite you to enjoy our restaurants, shopping and many outdoor recreational amenities, including world-class golf, aquatics and hiking in Catalina State Park. Please don't wait until the next conference to visit us in Oro Valley. Bring the whole family with you. It would be a pleasure to have you as our guests soon. Sincerely, Dr. Satish I. Hiremath Mayor of Oro Valley 2 So as you engage with one another and attend sessions on various topics, try to listen from that mindset. You just might be surprised at what seems possible when we're not being political. And when you're not busy networking or exchanging ideas, please be sure to experience this beautiful community.

5 League Life Members Carol S. Anderson, Kingman Christopher J. Bavasi, Flagstaff James L. Boles, Winslow Douglas Coleman, Apache Junction Boyd Dunn, Chandler Stanley M. Gibson, Globe Harry E. Mitchell, Tempe Wayne C. Pomeroy, Mesa George R. Renner, Glendale Gary Scaramazzo, Page Mark Schnepf, Queen Creek Elaine M. Scruggs, Glendale Robert E. Walkup, Tucson League Executive Committee President: Jay Tibshraeny, Mayor, Chandler Vice President: Mark Nexsen, Mayor, Lake Havasu City Treasurer: Christian Price, Mayor, Maricopa Committee Members: Doug Von Gausig, Mayor, Clarkdale Lana Mook, Mayor, El Mirage Linda Kavanagh, Mayor, Fountain Hills Jenn Daniels, Mayor, Gilbert Jerry Weiers, Mayor, Glendale Georgia Lord, Mayor, Goodyear Tom Schoaf, Mayor, Litchfield Park Ed Honea, Mayor, Marana John Giles, Mayor, Mesa Cathy Carlat, Mayor, Peoria Daniel Valenzuela, Councilmember, Phoenix Harry Oberg, Mayor, Prescott Harvey Skoog, Mayor, Prescott Valley Jim Lane, Mayor, Scottsdale Daryl Seymore, Mayor, Show Low Rick Mueller, Mayor, Sierra Vista Sharon Wolcott, Mayor, Surprise Mark Mitchell, Mayor, Tempe Bob Rivera, Mayor, Thatcher Jonathan Rothschild, Mayor, Tucson Douglas Nicholls, Mayor, Yuma Registration Desk Location and Hours The conference registration desk will be located in the Turquoise Foyer 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 22 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 23 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 24 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 25 CLE Credit Note: Sessions with an education (CLE) credit. GENERAL INFORMATION Conference Mobile Application next to them are eligible for continuing legal To download the League Conference mobile app, scan the QR code below or visit from your mobile device, or go to your Apple or Andorid app store and search for "2017 League Annual Conference". Conference Badges You must wear your official conference badge to obtain entrance to all functions, including meals and social events. The dress at the conference is business casual. This includes the receptions and dinners. 3

6 CONFERENCE SPONSORS PLATINUM SPONSORS 4

7 GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSORS Ballard Spahr LLP Brown & Associates Certified Inspection Service, Inc. CenturyLink EPCOR Water LECET Southwest Pueblo Mechanical & Controls, Inc. Republic Services Stifel Verizon BRONZE SPONSORS Aetna Agenda Discovery, LLC Ameresco American Airlines Arizona Food Marketing Alliance Arizona Metropolitan Trust Arizona Office of Tourism AT&T Central Arizona Project Comcast Cox Business (Arizona) Gammage & Burnham Gust Rosenfeld, P.L.C. Harris ERP Kutak Rock LLP McKinstry Molera Alvarez A Government & Public Relations Firm Mountain States Employers Council (MSEC) Public Trust Advisors, LLC RBC Capital Markets Salt River Project SeeClickFix Siemens Southwest Gas Corporation T-Mobile USA Tucson Electric Power / UniSource Energy Services West Safety Services Endorsed Partners 5

8 TUESDAY AGENDA TUESDAY, August 22 Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m. Conquistador Course Education Pre-Conference Session 9:00 a.m. Coronado Arizona's Education Progress Meter and Statewide Attainment Goal This is a special session hosted by the Center for the Future of Arizona The Center for the Future of Arizona and Expect More Arizona will share insights about Arizona's Education Progress Meter and provide a progress report on the commitment by cities and towns to adopt the state's attainment goal Achieve60AZ. The session will include a keynote speaker and panel discussion about the critical role city and town leaders have in driving awareness, ownership and support in their communities for the long-term steps needed for college entry and completion, adult education and training, and identifying and closing skills gaps to better prepare our workforce and state for the future. Presiders: Sybil Francis, Ph.D., Executive Director, The Center for the Future of Arizona Erin Hart, Chief Operating Officer, Expect More Arizona Event Cost: Free Please Note: Registration for this event is separate from the main conference. To register for the education pre-conference session sponsored by the Center for the Future of Arizona you may call for information. Pre-Conference Session 1:30 p.m. Joshua Tree From Conflict to Conversation: Practical Skills for Better Public Dialogue Must disagreement be disagreeable? The answer is no but achieving a productive and trustful exchange requires careful planning plus some in-the-heat-of-the-moment skills. From high-profile public sessions to small stakeholder groups, this session offers pragmatic lessons for designing and conducting meetings and other public-involvement processes that activate listening and spark collaborative problem solving. This session will also showcase examples of creative listening and inclusive engagement practices from communities around the state of Arizona. Main Presenters: Lance Decker, Managing Partner, Institute for Community Involvement, LLC Matt Lehrman, Principal Partner, Social Prosperity Partners Guest Panelists: Diane Arthur, Communications and Marketing Director, Surprise Dave Bigos, Mayor and Council Assistant, Chandler Chris M. Jacques, AICP, Planning Director, Peoria Roy W. Minter, Jr., Chief of Police, Peoria Police Department Christina Plante, Neighborhood Services Coordinator, Goodyear Jeffrey Robbins, Management Associate II, Mesa Emily Scherrer, Library Manager, Sierra Vista Public Library Marnie Schubert, Communications, Marketing & Recreation Director, Queen Creek Event Cost: $40 Please Note: Registration for this event is separate from the main conference. If you did not register for this session but would like to attend, please see the League staff at the registration desk. 6

9 WEDNESDAY AGENDA Resolutions Committee Meeting 1:30 p.m. Presidio III-V Arizona Municipal Risk Retention Pool (AMRRP) Annual Meeting 4:00 p.m. Agave Welcome Reception 5:30 p.m. El Conquistador Lobby The League extends a warm welcome to all conference delegates and guests. APS Dinner at the League Annual Conference 6:30 p.m. Turquoise Ballroom PLEASE NOTE: This dinner is open to all government (city/town, county, state and association) conference attendees and is included as part of your conference registration. If you plan to attend the dinner, you must have a ticket that will be provided in your registration packet. WEDNESDAY, August 23 Parade of Flags Practice 7:30 a.m. Turquoise Ballroom Designated representatives who will walk with their flag will meet in the Turquoise Ballroom for parade practice. We strongly encourage all flag bearers to attend practice. Youth Program see page 20 7:30 a.m. Coronado Opening General Session 9:00 a.m. Turquoise Ballroom Presider: Jay Tibshraeny, Mayor, Chandler, President, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Invocation Oro Valley United Church of Christ Presentation of the Colors Oro Valley Police Department Color Guard Parade of Flags/Celebration of Cities and Towns Host Mayor s Welcome Dr. Satish I. Hiremath, Mayor, Oro Valley Sponsor Recognition Keynote Speaker Lowell Catlett, Ph.D. Seeing Around the Corner: The Mega Trends Shaping Tomorrow's Communities As computer capacity and speed approach infinity, every element of society is changed urban communities become more rural and rural more urban as the work force blurs between blue and white collar and the Age of the Artisans dominates humankind. World affluence, cyber connected consumers, droids and 3-D printing alters education, entertainment, healthcare, policing and transit. The 21st Century will be the first in 60 centuries of human history where humans begin to reach their full potential and cities and towns will be at the heart of the revolution. 7

10 1:30 p.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS 8 WEDNESDAY AGENDA Lunch on Your Own 12:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions Water and Wastewater: Needs, Trends and Investment 1:30 p.m. Turquoise I This panel will identify current and future water and wastewater infrastructure needs, financing options, assessing risk and reward investment strategies and present how water and wastewater infrastructure certainty is vital to Arizona s future growth and prosperity. Presider: David C. Iwanski, Executive Director, AZ Water Association Speakers: Susan Craig, Communications Director, Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of Arizona (WIFA) Sarah Porter, Director, Kyl Center for Water Policy at the Morrison Institute, Arizona State University Mark Reader, Managing Director, Stifel, Nicholaus & Company, Inc. Kathryn Sorensen, Water Services Director, Phoenix Forming Partnerships for Rural Economic Development 1:30 p.m. Turquoise II When it comes to rural economic development, successful partnerships lead to successful outcomes. Come learn how different entities formed partnerships to create economic impact in their communities. Presider: Mignonne Hollis, AZED Pro, Executive Director, Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation Speakers: Vincent Skip Becker, President and CEO, La Paz Economic Development Corporation Geoff Oldfather, Manager of Cooperative Communications and Public Relations, Arizona G&T Cooperatives Mark Schmitt, Director for the Small Business Development Center, Cochise College 1:30 p.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Inspiring Intentional Inclusion: The Women Leading Government Movement is Underway. What Elected Officials Need to Know, Why They Should Care, and How They Can Take Action 1:30 p.m. Turquoise III In order to best serve our communities, we must represent our communities. In 2016, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) engaged in an initiative aimed at improving diversity and inclusion in the management levels of local government with a particular focus on increasing the number of women leaders. Since the 1980s, the proportion of female leaders at the city or town manager slot has not changed significantly from its original 13% female representation to a disproportionate 87% male. If you are interested in learning how this lack of diversity at the executive level is negatively impacting local government and your organization, join us for this session to learn how intentional inclusion practices can help optimize the services of your cities and towns. Presider: Nicole M. Lance, Assistant City Manager, Surprise Speakers: Eric Bailey, MLOD, President, Bailey Strategic Innovation Group Bob Wingenroth, City Manager, Surprise

11 WEDNESDAY AGENDA 1:30 p.m. SESSIONS Public Records, Public Meetings and Communications in the Social Media Age: What You Need to Know as an Elected Official 1:30 p.m. Presidio I With the advent of new technologies and social media platforms, elected officials and the cities they represent have more opportunities than ever to communicate with residents and voters. With the advent of these communication tools there are also pitfalls when it comes to public records and Open Meeting Law issues. This session will explore some of the unique challenges and the opportunities presented by these platforms so that you can be more informed as you and your city utilize social media for communication. Presider: Phyllis Smiley, Attorney, Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C., President, Arizona City Attorneys Association Speakers: Danee Garone, Staff Attorney, Arizona Ombudsman Citizens Aide Susan D. Goodwin, Attorney, Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C. 1:30 p.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Autonomous Vehicles: The Changing Economic Landscape and How Arizona Cities Can be at the Fore of New Economic Trends 1:30 p.m. Joshua Tree Embracing autonomous vehicle technology is an important part of Governor Ducey s mission to boost economic growth and help make Arizona a leader in the country by promoting 21st-century jobs. This session will explore how two cities, Scottsdale and Chandler, have encompassed the governor s vision by embracing autonomous vehicle technology as a driver for economic development. They will share how their approach can be used as a framework for other Arizona cities and towns who wish to embrace and cultivate new technologies as a catalyst for jobs, new research opportunities for our universities, increased transportation options for Arizonans and public safety benefits that will improve the way we live and travel in our communities. Presider: Bob Rivera, Mayor, Thatcher, Executive Committee Member, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speakers: Matt Clark, Policy Advisor on Transportation & Municipal Government, Office of Governor Doug Ducey Mark A. Paratore, Specialist, Economic Development Office, Scottsdale James Smith, CEcD, Economic Development Program Manager, Chandler 9

12 10 WEDNESDAY AGENDA 3:20 p.m. SESSIONS Concurrent Sessions City and Town Youth Councils: The Steps Needed to Create and Maintain a Successful Youth Program in Your Municipality 3:20 p.m. Coronado What makes a successful youth council? How does a city or town start a youth council? What is needed to make sure the youth council stays active and vibrant? Join this discussion to hear from cities that have created and maintained successful youth councils in their communities to learn tips and suggestions on how your city or town can create and maintain a vibrant and active youth council. Presider: Jerri Bracamonte, Executive Assistant to the City Manager, Mayor & Council, Lake Havasu City Speakers: Paul Bernardo, Director, Government & Community Partnerships, Surprise Matthew Herman, Councilmember, Casa Grande Chris Lopez, Community Engagement Manager, Avondale Donna McBride, Councilmember, Casa Grande 3:20 p.m. SESSIONS Update on Important Legislative Issues from Past Sessions: Where Are They Now and How Are They Currently Impacting Your City and Town 3:20 p.m. Turquoise I This session will look at legislative issues from previous sessions and provide an update on where they are currently and possible future impacts to cities and towns. Topics will include: group homes, construction sales tax, SB 1487 and PSPRS updates. Presider: Patrice Kraus, Legislative Director, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speakers: Christina Estes-Werther, General Counsel, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Lee Grafstrom, Tax Policy Analyst, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Nick Ponder, Pension Policy Analyst, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Debra Stark, Councilmember, District 3, Phoenix Alex Vidal, Legislative Associate, League of Arizona Cities and Towns The Basics of Analyzing Your City/Town Budget: What Elected Officials Need to Know and Knowing the Right Questions to Ask Your Staff 3:20 p.m. Turquoise II One of the most daunting tasks for a new mayor or councilmember is analyzing their city/town budget. This session will give you some basic tips and tools on what is most important when looking at your budget documents. Knowing what to look for and what questions to ask so that you can be more prepared in analyzing and understanding your city or town budget. Presider: Speaker: Cathy Carlat, Mayor, Peoria, Executive Committee Member, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Jeff Tyne, City Manager, Peoria

13 3:20 p.m. SESSIONS Increasing Jobs and Growth: Driving Economic Development through Travel and Tourism 3:20 p.m. Turquoise III This session will explore the enormous and growing economic importance of what is often thought of as a niche economic sector, tourism and travel. Learn how leveraging both tourism professionals and local small business owners can help drive new entrepreneurial interest in rural places. Discussions will include risks and vulnerabilities associated with tourism, and the misperception that tourism produces only low-quality jobs, as well as benefits and opportunities, including the spin-off effects of tourism and the ability of tourism to grow in places with few other employment opportunities. Presider: Win Holden, Publisher, Arizona Highways Magazine Speakers: Brent DeRaad, President and CEO, Visit Tucson Kimber Lanning, President & CEO, Local First Arizona Cal Sheehy, General Manager, London Bridge Resort, Lake Havasu City WEDNESDAY AGENDA Sustainable Cities and Towns: Reducing Costs, Attracting Business, and Improving Quality of Life 3:20 p.m. Presidio I - IV Arizona communities of all sizes are forging ahead with sustainability plans and programs, which are helping cities and towns save energy, water, and money; attract new businesses to boost the local economy and, most importantly, improve the quality of life for residents. Discover how small to large cities and towns are successfully implementing and collaborating on sustainability efforts, directly impacting their bottom lines, making us more competitive regionally and nationally. Presider: Anne Reichman, Director, ASU Sustainable Cities Network Speakers: Amanda Acheson, Sustainable Building Program Manager, Coconino County Mark Hartman, Chief Sustainability Officer, Phoenix Lauren Kuby, Councilmember, Tempe Dinner, President's Update and Entertainment 6:30 p.m. Presidio Ballroom Presider: Christian Price, Mayor, Maricopa, Treasurer, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speaker: Jay Tibshraeny, Mayor, Chandler, President, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Entertainment Provided by the Billy Shaw Jr. Band 11

14 THURSDAY AGENDA 12 THURSDAY, August 24 Spouse/Guest Tour Experience Arts & Culture in Oro Valley See Page 21 8:15 a.m. White Dove Oro Valley's arts & culture scene continues to thrive under the leadership of Mayor Satish I. Hiremath, 2017 recipient of the National Award for Local Arts Leadership in Washington, D.C. Catch a glimpse of the town's most popular public art pieces on your way to the Oro Valley Community Center for a gallery walk-through with the Southern Arizona Arts Guild, followed by some advice from Mayor Hiremath on how to strengthen arts and culture in your community. Participants will enjoy a fun, hands-on art activity with the Town's Arts Ambassadors, followed by lunch at world-famous Tohono Chul Park. Note: This activity has a special registration. If you have not registered for the spouse/guest program but are interested in participating, please see the League staff at the registration desk. 8:15 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Concurrent Sessions Update from Our Endorsed Partners: Programs That Can Save Your City or Town Money 8:15 a.m. Turquoise I League partnership programs are formal relationships with organizations that provide important services to cities and towns. Through these partnerships Arizona s cities and towns can save money on a variety of programs and services. This session will hear from seven of our endorsed partner programs on how their product and service can save your city or town money. Presider: Harvey Skoog, Mayor, Prescott Valley, Executive Committee Member, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speakers: Ed Bantel, Program Administrator, Arizona Municipal Risk Retention Pool Eric Emmert, Co-Founder, Agenda Discovery Colleen T. Engle, Codification Consultant, American Legal

15 8:15 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Rob Fiorilli, Program Manager, U.S. Communities Sheri Gilbert, Senior Account Executive, Valley Schools/H-PACT Kevin Noren, Vice President, Senior Relationship Management, BMO Harris Bank Ashley Shiwarski, Manager, Inside Sales, Utility Service Partners, Inc. City of Maricopa: 100% Paperless Process and How Your City Can Implement this System 8:15 a.m. Joshua Tree This course will provide a roadmap on how to eliminate paper and create a digital program within your jurisdiction. You will learn how building, planning, engineering, fire, code enforcement, and other services are able to use a single application for permitting, plan review, inspections, and payments. You will walk away from this session with better customer service and enhanced transparency, faster turnaround times for permits and inspections and increased efficiencies and collaboration with other departments. Presider: Christian Price, Mayor, Maricopa, Treasurer, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speaker: Robert E. Mathias, CPE, CBO, Development Services, Maricopa 8:15 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS THURSDAY AGENDA How Cities Must Take Control of Their Economic Futures 8:15 a.m. Coronado By focusing on mutual priorities, cities and towns can challenge conventional thinking and capitalize on new opportunities to drive economic growth. Presider: Chris Camacho, President and CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council Speakers: Patrick Banger, Town Manager, Gilbert Julie Engel, President and CEO, Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation Dr. Maria Harper Marinick, Chancellor, Maricopa Community Colleges District Scott Smith, CEO, Valley Metro League 2017 Legislative Report and Look Ahead to 2018 Legislative Session 8:15 a.m. Agave During the summer, League staff traveled throughout the state to meet with our members and provide an overview of the major issues from the 2017 legislative session. For those of you that missed us on the road this summer, this session is the final installment of that tour. Staff will provide attendees a recap of the 2017 session and discuss what is on the horizon for the 2018 legislative session. Presider: Ken Strobeck, Executive Director, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speakers: Patrice Kraus, Legislative Director, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Tom Savage, Legislative Associate, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Alex Vidal, Legislative Associate, League of Arizona Cities and Towns 13

16 14 THURSDAY AGENDA 10:00 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Concurrent Sessions Building and Maintaining Effective Mayor, Council and Manager Relationships This session sponsored by the Arizona City/County Management Association 10:00 a.m. Joshua Tree The council-manager form of government provides a solid foundation for well-run communities in Arizona. This session will explore the importance of the unique relationship between a mayor, councilmembers and their city manager. The discussion will include concrete examples of how elected officials best utilize and work with the manager s office to accomplish their goals while creating meaningful public policy to support their community s needs. Presider: Mike Townsend, Deputy County Manager, Coconino County, President, ACMA Speakers: Bridget Binsbacher, Councilmember, Peoria Coral Evans, Mayor, Flagstaff Mike Ortega, City Manager, Tucson Cynthia Seelhammer, County Manager, Coconino County Reading the Tea Leaves: Pundits Discuss the Current Political Climate and Next Year's Legislative Session 10:00 a.m. Catalina This will be a lively discussion from pundits on both sides of the political aisle. The conversation will focus on the current hot issues at the capitol, current topics in the news and what issues are on the horizon that will have impact on cities and towns. Presider: Barrett Marson, Owner, Marson Media Speakers: Marilyn Rodriguez, Owner & Director, Creosote Partners Kathy Senseman, Principal Lobbyist, Policy Development Group Scott Smith, Managing Director of Government Relations, Ballard Spahr Russ Smolden, Chief Executive Officer, B3 Strategies 10:00 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Smart Cities: What They Are and How Your Community Can be a Smart City/Town 10:00 a.m. Agave Arizona cities and towns are at a pivotal moment as technology continues to advance, our new information-driven, digital, and more connected communities demand that cities and towns adapt and have viable smart city strategies. This could mean using sensors to monitor water mains for leaks, optimizing routes for waste management, and wirelessly managing streetlights and traffic signals to lower energy costs. There is no limit to what technology can do. However, when it comes to developing smart city strategies, there's no single "silver bullet" blueprint. Rather, creative partnerships among public agencies, research institutions, foundations, and industry leaders are becoming the standard for delivering digital solutions. Join us to learn how our panelists are approaching smart city initiatives and the critical success factors for developing public-private partnerships, engaging stakeholders in active collaboration, and tackling data sharing strategies. Presider: Dominic Papa, Executive Director & Co-Founder, Institute for Digital Progress Speakers: William "Bill" Craft, Councilmember, Yuma John Giles, Mayor, Mesa, Executive Committee Member, League of Arizona Cities and Towns

17 THURSDAY AGENDA 10:00 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Presider: Speakers: Christina Estes-Werther, General Counsel, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Douglas J. Nicholls, Mayor, Yuma, Executive Committee Member, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Christian Price, Mayor, Maricopa, Treasurer, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Robert L. Pickels, Jr., City Attorney, Sedona William J. Sims III, Attorney, Sims Murray, Ltd. Preparing the Workforce for the Future: Are we Ready? 10:00 a.m. Turquoise I The availability of qualified talent is the most critical driver for companies looking to relocate or expand to Arizona. The workforce development field focuses on helping people obtain the skills and the jobs they need, as well as connecting employers who need skilled workers. The goal is to build a system of successful organizations. This session will explore the importance of planning the workforce for the future and the importance of connecting the pipeline of workers to the needs of businesses. Presider: Dennis Hoffman, Professor of Economics and Director of the Seidman Research Institute, Arizona State University Speakers: Christine Mackay, Economic Development Director, Phoenix Dr. Ian Roark, Vice President of Workforce Development, Pima Community College Trevor Stokes, Workforce Program Manager, Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity Joel Todd, Superintendent, Cochise Technology District 10:00 a.m. SESSIONS Who Does the City/Town Attorney Represent and How Can I Effectively Utilize my City/Town Attorney? 10:00 a.m. Coronado I This discussion will be focused around two main questions: Who does the city/town attorney represent? This comes into play when, for example, one city/town councilmember wants the city/town attorney to take one position on an issue, and the mayor wants the attorney to take a contrary position. The second question that the panel will focus on is how can you effectively utilize your city/town attorney? This portion will explore who can/should ask the city/town attorney a question? Does it have to go through the mayor? If it s a contract city/town attorney, can an individual councilmember ask the contract city/town attorney a question, possibly running up the legal bill at the municipality s expense? Join this session to learn more about these issues. Legislative and Service Award Luncheon 12:00 p.m. Presidio Ballroom Presider: Mark Nexsen, Mayor, Lake Havasu City, Vice President, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Legislative Friends and Champions will be recognized. Service awards will be presented to city and town officials. 15

18 16 THURSDAY AGENDA 2:30 p.m. SESSIONS Concurrent Sessions What Challenges Small Communities Face in Arizona 2:30 p.m. Coronado Arizona small cities and towns are facing declining assessed values, sales taxes revenues deteriorating infrastructure and as a result, declining services to its citizens. This panel will discuss the issues facing the small cities and towns in Arizona and ways they are addressing these issues. Presider: Pat Walker, Principal Owner, Pat Walker Consulting Speakers: Mila Besich-Lira, Mayor, Superior Tim Elinski, Mayor, Cottonwood Michael LeVault, Mayor, Youngtown 2:30 p.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Cybersecurity What You Need to Know to Protect Your City or Town 2:30 p.m. Joshua Tree We ve all seen the daily headlines about the latest cybersecurity breaches. Is it all just hype or are Arizona cities and towns really at risk? Learn about the current cyber threats and some ways to protect your city and town (and yourself!). Presider: Linda M. Kavanagh, Mayor, Fountain Hills, Executive Committee Member, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speaker: Ilene Klein, CISSP, CISM, CIPP/US, Arizona Cybersecurity Program Coordinator, City of Phoenix Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Get Out of Your Element and Get Into the Elements 2:30 p.m. Agave Be prepared for a lively give and take session as we go behind the scenes of the building blocks for placemaking and well-being - the Elements of a Healthy Community. Vitalyst Health Foundation will share stories of how cities and towns are engaging with unique challenges and rediscovering hidden opportunities to develop more vibrant places. Presider: Lana Mook, Mayor, El Mirage, Executive Committee Member, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speaker: Jon Ford, Director, Communications, Vitalyst Health Foundation Affiliate Group Meetings Arizona COG Directors 2:30 p.m. Rincon Arizona City Attorneys Association 2:30 p.m. Santa Rita ARI-SON Megaregion Meeting 2:30 p.m. Catalina Greater Arizona Mayors Association (GAMA) 2:30 p.m. Sonoran

19 Annual Business Meeting 4:00 p.m. Presidio I The Annual Business Meeting is held each year at the conference to elect members to the Executive Committee and to ratify the resolutions passed at the Resolutions Committee meeting. Presiders: Jay Tibshraeny, Mayor, Chandler, President, League of Arizona Cities and Towns Speakers: Christian Price, Mayor, Maricopa, Chairman, League Resolutions Committee Jerry Weiers, Mayor, Glendale, Chairman, League Nominating Committee Showcase of Cities and Towns 6:00 p.m. Turquoise Ballroom FRIDAY, August 25 Speed Networking Breakfast for Municipal Officials 8:30 a.m. Turquoise I Join your fellow city and town elected officials and staff in a speed networking breakfast. Each participant will get one minute to share an issue that she/he is facing in their own community or on their council. Your issue can be big or small. Once you have shared your issue, everyone at the table will get one minute to share their initial impressions/reaction. Then the facilitator will announce a table change. Everyone will move to a different table based on a number sequence that avoids redundancy in the small groups. Participants can choose to use the same challenge/issue because your audience will have changed, or you may pose a new challenge to the group. This session is designed to give you multiple ideas on how to deal with an issue in your community as well as introduce you to new colleagues throughout the state. FRIDAY AGENDA Closing General Session: A Town Hall with Abraham Lincoln 10:00 a.m. Turquoise III What American wouldn t love to have a conversation with Abraham Lincoln? In his town hall program, Steve Holgate will deliver a 30-minute opening presentation as Lincoln that centers on Lincoln s presidency, featuring selections from Lincoln s most famous speeches including the Gettysburg Address and his Second Inaugural Address. Following this, Mr. Holgate will then open the floor to questions from the audience, which takes on the role of Civil War-era journalists. Praised as the best Lincoln in America, Steve Holgate is an actor of forty years experience and has been a Lincoln presenter for over twelve years. His speech and discussion with audience members offers a rare insight into the life of Abraham Lincoln, including his personal tragedies as well as some of his favorite jokes and even his poetry. Conference Adjourned 17

20 conference at a glance WEDNESDAY, August 23 7:30 a.m. Parade of Flags Practice Turquoise Ballroom 7:30 a.m. Youth Program Coronado 9:00 a.m. Opening General Session Turquoise Ballroom 12:00 p.m. Lunch on Your Own TUESDAY, August 22 8:00 a.m. Golf Tournament Conquistador Course 9:00 a.m. Pre-Conference Session Coronado 1:30 p.m. Pre-Conference Session - From Conflict to Conversation Joshua Tree 1:30 p.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Financing Turquoise I Forming Partnerships for Rural Economic Development Turquoise II Inspiring Intentional Inclusion: Women Leading Government Movement Turquoise III Public Records, Public Meetings and Communications in the Social Media Age Presidio I Autonomous Vehicles: The Changing Economic Landscape Joshua Tree 3:20 p.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS City and Town Youth Councils: Create and Maintain a Successful Youth Program Coronado Update on Important Legislative Issues from Past Sessions Turquoise I Basics of Analyzing Your City/Town Budget: What Elected Officials Need to Know Turquoise II Increasing Growth: Driving Economic Development through Travel and Tourism Turquoise III Sustainable Cities and Towns: Reducing Costs, Attracting Business, & Quality of Life Presidio I 6:30 p.m. Dinner, President's Update and Entertainment Presidio Ballroom 1:30 p.m. Resolutions Committee Presidio III-V 4:00 p.m. AMRRP Annual Meeting Agave 5:30 p.m. Welcome Reception El Conquistador Lobby 18 6:30 p.m. APS Dinner at the League Annual Conference Turquoise Ballroom This dinner is open to all government (city/town, county, state and association) conference attendees and is included as part of your conference registration. If you plan to attend the dinner, you must have a ticket that will be provided in your registration packet.

21 conference at a glance THURSDAY, August 24 8:15 a.m. Spouse/Guest Tour: Arts & Culture in Oro Valley White Dove 8:15 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Update from Our Endorsed Partners: Programs That Can Save Money Turquoise I City of Maricopa: 100% Paperless Process Joshua Tree How Cities Must Take Control of Their Economic Futures Coronado League 2017 Legislative Report and Look Ahead to 2018 Legislative Session Agave 10:00 a.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS Building and Maintaining Effective Mayor, Council & Manager Relationships Joshua Tree Reading the Tea Leaves: Pundits Discuss Current Politics Catalina Smart Cities: What They Are and How Your Community Can be Agave Who Does the City/Town Attorney Represent & How Can I Effectively Utilize? Coronado I Preparing the Workforce for the Future: Are we Ready? Turquoise I 12:00 p.m. Legislative and Service Award Luncheon Presidio Ballroom 2:30 p.m. CONCURRENT SESSIONS What Challenges Small Communities Face in Arizona Cybersecurity What You Need to Know to Protect Your City or Town Get Out of Your Element and Get Into the Elements 2:30 p.m. AFFILIATE GROUP MEETINGS Arizona COG Directors Arizona City Attorneys Association ARI-SON Megaregion Meeting Greater Arizona Mayors Association (GAMA) Coronado Joshua Tree Agave Rincon Santa Rita Catalina Sonoran FRIDAY, August 25 8:30 a.m. Speed Networking Breakfast for Municipal Officials Turquoise I 10:00 a.m. Closing General Session Turquoise III 11:00 a.m. Adjourn Conference 4:00 p.m. Annual Business Meeting Presidio I 6:00 p.m. Showcase of Cities and Towns Turquoise Ballroom 19

22 20 YOUTH PROGRAM Registration 7:30 a.m. Coronado Youth who are participating in the Parade of Flags should go directly to the practice at 7:30 a.m. and will be able to check in with the Youth Program after the Opening General Session. Parade of Flags and Opening General Session 9:00 a.m. Turquoise Ballroom As a group, the youth will go to the Opening General Session. There will be seats reserved for the youth in the back of the room. After the League president recognizes the youth, we will head back together. Ice Breaker: Leadership Unlocked. Discover the Keys to Effective Leadership 10:00 a.m. Coronado Speaker: Elizabeth Sparks, Assistant Agent, 4-H Youth Development, University of Arizona Students will spend the session engaged in problem-solving that will promote communication and teamwork. Creating Change 10:40 a.m. Coronado Speaker: WEDNESDAY AUGUST 23, 2017 Dustin Runyon, President, Only Orchids Charity Group We have all heard that knowledge is power and yet we find ourselves knowing what to do and not doing what we know. How do we close that gap? How do we find the energy to become who we truly desire to become? Where do we even start? Dustin Runyon president of the Only Orchids Charity Group is going to show you strategies in order to break into your power and breakthrough your fears. What it takes to create change and what is needed to lead. We weren t designed to merely survive we were designed to thrive. Give, not take. So answer this... what would you do if you knew you couldn t fail? A Leader s Mindset: Organization and Purpose 11:15 a.m. Coronado Speaker: Bharath Tata, Founder and Executive Director, Students for Sustainable Schools Founded in July 2013 at Hamilton High School in Chandler, Arizona, Students for Sustainable Schools (SSS) seeks to get students involved in creating more sustainable and efficient schools and communities through education, organization, and action. They strive to accomplish real change in our schools by eliminating waste, reducing carbon footprints, and most importantly, raising awareness and educating students and faculty about environmental issues and solutions. Bharath Tata, founder of Students for Sustainable Schools, will discuss how the program was started, how it grew, and how they dealt with obstacles. Bharath will also emphasize the work put in to develop its organizational structure and how the club leaders developed a focused mindset that allowed SSS s to reach the success that it did. Lunch 12:00 p.m. Coronado Elected officials will be invited to attend this lunch and interact with the youth. Networking: Learning From Other Councils 1:00 p.m. Coronado Youth will have an opportunity to network with other students and display poster boards that highlight unique programs or ideas from the various youth councils. Youth councils are not required to submit their topic.

23 YOUTH PROGRAM (Cont.) DemocraSEED 1:45 p.m. Coronado Introduction/Overview Keynote Speaker Alberto Olivas, Executive Director, Pastor Center for Politics and Public Service Ignite Presentation by the City of Lake Havasu City Q&A Application Overview Closing Youth Program Concludes 3:00 p.m. THURSDAY August 24, 2017 SPOUSE/GUEST TOUR Experience Arts & Culture in Oro Valley 8:15 a.m. White Dove Oro Valley's arts & culture scene continues to thrive under the leadership of Mayor Satish I. Hiremath, 2017 recipient of the National Award for Local Arts Leadership in Washington, D.C. Catch a glimpse of the town's most popular public art pieces on your way to the Oro Valley Community Center for a gallery walk-through with the Southern Arizona Arts Guild, followed by some advice from Mayor Hiremath on how to strengthen arts and culture in your community. Participants will enjoy a fun, hands-on art activity with the Town's Arts Ambassadors, followed by lunch at world-famous Tohono Chul Park. Schedule of Events: 8:15 a.m. Breakfast at the Hilton El Conquistador 9:15 a.m. Depart Hilton El Conquistador for Public Art Tour 10:30 a.m. Arrive at Oro Valley Community Center 10:35 a.m. Meet Southern Arizona Arts Guild 10:45 a.m. Hear about the importance of arts in a Community from Oro Valley Mayor Satish I. Hiremath and Economic Development Manager Amanda Jacobs 11:00 a.m. Prickly Pear Lemonade Demonstration by Jo Ann and Sasha 12:00 p.m. Lunch at Tohono Chul Park s Garden Bistro 1:15 p.m. Tour Tohono Chul Park 2:00 p.m. Arrive back to Hilton El Conquistador Please Note: Registration for this event is separate from the main conference and is open to those with a full spouse/guest badge and those have pre-registered. If you did not register for this session and do not have a full spouse/guest badge but would like to attend, please see the League staff at the registration desk. 21

24 SERVICE AWARDS Year Award Recipients Karen Barlow, Councilmember, Colorado City 24 Year Award Recipients Herb Kai, Councilmember, Marana Harvey Skoog, Mayor, Prescott Valley Robert R. Rivera, Mayor, Thatcher 20 Year Award Recipients Anna Cline, Councilmember, Bisbee Jackie Meck, Mayor, Buckeye Robin Boyd, Mayor, Winslow Harold Soehner, Councilmember, Winslow 16 Year Award Recipients Toney D. King, Sr., Mayor, Benson Jackie Baker, Councilmember, Camp Verde James Turner, Councilmember, Gila Bend Thomas Lagunas, Former Councilmember, Hayden Enrique G. Lopez, Councilmember, Hayden Patti Comerford, Councilmember, Marana Carol McGorray, Councilmember, Marana Thelda Williams, Councilmember, Phoenix Steve Blair, Councilmember, Prescott Jose Yepez, Mayor, Somerton Linda Laborin, Councilmember, Tolleson 12 Year Award Recipients Ernie Bunch, Mayor, Cave Creek Georgia Lord, Mayor, Goodyear Wade Carlisle, Vice Mayor, Holbrook Frank Savino, Councilmember, Parker Miguel Villalpando, Councilmember, Somerton Karin Uhlich, Councilmember, Tucson Leah Margaret Chittenden, Councilmember, Youngtown Jacob "Jack" Duran, Vice Mayor, Youngtown 8 Year Award Recipients David Lambert, Councilmember, Benson Kathy Bruck, Councilmember, Bullhead City Mark R. Clark, Vice Mayor, Bullhead City Sheila Shutts, Councilmember, Bullhead City Robin Whatley, Councilmember, Camp Verde Rick Heumann, Former Councilmember, Chandler Jack Sellers, Former Councilmember, Chandler Raymond Lorenzo, Councilmember, Clifton Ivan Huish, Councilmember, Douglas Steve Erhart, Councilmember, Eagar Karla Brewster, Former Councilmember, Flagstaff Bill Hawkins, Councilmember, Florence Dennis Brown, Councilmember, Fountain Hills Cassie Hansen, Former Councilmember, Fountain Hills Fernando Fernandez, Councilmember, Gila Bend Jenn Daniels, Mayor, Gilbert Ian Hugh, Vice Mayor, Glendale Joe Pizzillo, Councilmember, Goodyear Jon Post, Vice Mayor, Marana William R. Diak, Mayor, Page Stephanie Irwin, Mayor, Pinetop-Lakeside Rick Anderson, Vice Mayor, Prescott Valley Robin Benning, Councilmember, Queen Creek Duane Blumberg, Councilmember, Sahuarita Kara Egbert, Councilmember, Sahuarita Mike Allsop, Councilmember, Show Low Jerry Anaya, Vice Mayor, Somerton Pete Hancock, Councilmember, St. Johns Kay Hauser, Councilmember, St. Johns Clorinda Erives, Councilmember, Tolleson Anna Tovar, Mayor, Tolleson Richard G. Fimbres, Councilmember, Tucson Steve Kozachik, Councilmember, Tucson Judy Johnson, Councilmember, Youngtown

25 LEGISLATIVE AWARDS 2017 The League will honor the following legislators for their outstanding public service and dedication to local governance. CHAMPIONS Sen. Kate Brophy-McGee Rep. Doug Coleman Sen. Karen Fann Rep. Charlene Fernandez Rep. Randy Friese Sen. Katie Hobbs Sen. Lisa Otondo Sen. Frank Pratt Rep. Rebecca Rios Rep. Don Shooter Rep. T.J. Shope Sen. Bob Worsley FRIENDS Rep. Lela Alston Rep. Brenda Barton Rep. Isela Blanc Rep. Reginald Bolding Sen. Sonny Borrelli Sen. Sean Bowie Rep. Paul Boyer Sen. David Bradley Rep. Kelli Butler Sen. Olivia Cajero-Bedford Rep. Noel Campbell Rep. Mark Cardenas Rep. César Chávez Rep. Ken Clark Rep. Todd Clodfelter Sen. Lupe Contreras Sen. Andrea Dalessandro Rep. Kirsten Engel Rep. Mitzi Epstein Rep. Diego Espinoza Sen. Steve Farley Rep. Rosanna Gabaldon Rep. Drew John Sen. John Kavanagh Rep. Jay Lawrence Rep. Vince Leach Sen. Debbie Lesko Sen. Juan Mendez Rep. J.D. Mesnard Sen. Robert Meza Sen. Catherine Miranda Rep. Tony Navarrete Rep. Jill Norgaard Sen. Jamescita Peshlakai Sen. Martin Quezada Rep. Athena Salman Rep. Maria Syms Rep. Bob Thorpe Rep. Kelly Townsend Rep. Michelle Udall Rep. Jeff Weninger Sen. Steve Yarbrough Sen. Kimberly Yee 23

26 CONFERENCE MAP League Registration Desk Agave Room Catalina Room Coronado Room Joshua Tree Room Presidio Ballroom Rincon Room Sonoran Room Turquoise Ballroom White Dove Room 24

27 HILTON EL CONQUISTADOR Property Map UPPER LEVEL LEAGUE REGISTRATION DESK CATALINA 25

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