14 0 2 19 74 th Annual 40th40Annual Conference& Exposition & Exposition Conference November 19 21, 2014 Lexington Convention Center Lexington, Kentucky
Presidential Message Dear Friends, On behalf of the Kentucky Association of Counties Board of Directors and staff, it is my pleasure to extend to you a personal invitation to attend the 40th Annual KACo Conference & Exposition November 19-21 in Lexington. All of Kentucky s 120 counties play a key role in making this Commonwealth a better place to live, work and play. It is important that county officials are equipped with the information they need to make real and lasting changes in their communities. Attending the annual KACo conference results in better informed county officials, and provides opportunities to network and build working relationships with our fellow county officials and with others from state government. The KACo staff has put together an educational and entertaining agenda for you. Join us for what promises to be a rewarding opportunity to learn new and exciting things, share ideas and challenges with one another, and celebrate 40 years of KACo s service to Kentucky s counties. I thank you for your hard work and leadership. YOU are the backbone of this Association and the success of our Commonwealth. Join us in Lexington! Yours Truly, Jerry Peanuts Gaines, President Warren County Sheriff
Executive Director/CEO Message Dear Colleagues, The KACo staff and I wish to invite you to KACo s 40th Annual Conference & Exposition in Lexington November 19-21. We are hopeful you will be able to join us as we celebrate 40 years of serving all Kentucky counties. Each year, the annual Conference provides county leaders the opportunity to discuss critical issues facing Kentucky counties, to learn from experts in various fields, and to network with our peers in an open and welcoming setting. This year is no different. We have a terrific series of workshops, speakers and programs lined up to explore solutions and share new approaches to the many issues we face daily. While we have a full agenda, we are also building in time for you to get to know one another. Networking with other local government leaders allows us to share our successes, our ideas and passions to build stronger communities and unify this Association. I hope you will take advantage of the many opportunities offered during the upcoming conference. Visit the expansive exhibit hall, meet fellow county officials and state leaders, and make the most of what promises to be an informative and enjoyable event. I am sure you'll find it a valuable use of your time to help you be a more effective leader. I look forward to seeing everyone in Lexington. Please don t hesitate to let me know if my staff or I can be of assistance to you. Sincerely, Denny Nunnelley Executive Director/CEO
General Information CONFERENCE LOCATION All meetings and events will be held at the Lexington Convention Center located at 430 W. Vine Street, Lexington, KY 40507. TRAINING INCENTIVE 11.5 hours of HB 810 training credit to be requested. ATTENDEE REGISTRATION Complete the registration form attached to this mailer and submit to KACo or register online at www.kaco.org. There is no registration fee for spouses. EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION Online registration is open for those interested in participating as a vendor. Booth packages include a 10x10 booth, 8 high back drape with 3 high side drape; skirted table, 2 chairs, wastebasket, I.D. sign and one registration. To register, visit www.kaco.org. SPOUSE PROGRAM On Thursday, November 20th, spouses can spend a day of shopping at Fayette Mall. A shuttle will escort spouses from the Hyatt Hotel to Fayette Mall. The shuttle will leave the hotel beginning at 9:00 a.m. and upon every hour until 3:00 p.m. The shuttle will leave Fayette Mall hourly at 9:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Fayette Mall is a regional shopping mall in Lexington, Kentucky and is currently the largest mall in the state. Please let us know if your spouse plans to attend so that we may plan accordingly. Check the appropriate box located on the registration form attached to this mailer. WHAT TO WEAR Attire is business casual for all functions. CONTACT For more information, contact Sonya Chesser at 502-223-7667; 800-264-5226 or email at sonya.chesser@kaco.org. ALL TIMES LISTED ARE EASTERN STANDARD TIME Early Bird Registration Tuesday, November 18th Registration from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Early Bird Tuesday, November 18th from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Hotel Information Hotel Accommodations KACo has a block of rooms reserved for the nights of November 18 20 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Hilton Lexington Downtown Hotel. Mention KACo Conference to receive the discounted room rate of $110.00 per night at either hotel. There is no charge for parking for registered guests and internet access is complimentary in all guestrooms. HYATT REGENCY HOTEL 401 West High Street, Lexington, KY 40507 For reservations, call 800-233-1234 or 859-253-1234 HILTON LEXINGTON DOWNTOWN HOTEL 369 West Vine Street, Lexington, KY 40507 For reservations, call 877-539-1648 or 859-231-9000 To make a reservation on-line, visit www.kaco.org. Cutoff Date: November 2nd or until sold out. Please note that check in time is 3:00 p.m. and check out time is 12:00 p.m. Hotel Cancellation Policy: Cancellation of an individual reservation must be received 24 hours in advance of arrival date. The Hyatt Regency Hotel is the focal point of Triangle Park and the Lexington Convention Center. The hotel rooms feature 32 flat screen TV s, mini-fridges and many other amenities. The hotel provides a business center, gift shop, laundry, valet parking, and complimentary outdoor parking for guests. Relax with a dip in the heated, indoor pool or work out in the health club. No pets allowed. The Hilton Lexington Downtown Hotel features include the Bigg Blue Martini and Triangle Grill for all your leisure and dining needs. The hotel rooms feature 37 flat screen TV s, Serta Sweet Dreams beds and many other amenities. The hotel provides a complimentary business center, a gift shop, valet parking and complimentary covered parking in the attached garages. Don t forget to take a healthy break at the renovated exercise facility and indoor pool. Utilize the skywalk to the Hyatt and the Lexington Convention Center to get you to the KACo Conference quickly.
Tentative Agenda WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 8:00 AM Noon Affiliate Meetings 8:00 AM 2:00 PM Exhibitor Set-up 8:00 AM 4:00 PM Registration 1:00 PM 4:00 PM Opening General Session Presentation of Colors: Fayette Co. Sheriff s Office Honor Guard (Invited) National Anthem United States Armed Forces Tribute Medley 1:00 PM 1:15 PM Welcome & Opening Remarks: Honorable Jon Larson Fayette County Judge/Executive Honorable Jim Gray, Mayor Lexington Fayette Urban Co. Government 1:15 PM 2:00 PM Keynote Address: Honorable Steve Beshear (Invited) Governor of Kentucky 2:00 PM 2:30 PM Upcoming Issues for the 2015 Regular Session Honorable Greg Stumbo Speaker of the House 2:30 PM 3:00 PM The Next Generation of Kentucky Leaders Honorable James Comer Commissioner of Agriculture 3:00 PM 3:30 PM Senate Update Honorable Robert Stivers President of the Senate 3:30 PM 4:00 PM Money Talks Grant Satterly, Director of Financial Services Kentucky Association of Counties 4:00 PM 7:30 PM Exhibits Open 5:30 PM 7:30 PM Reception Honoring Exhibitors & Sponsors 8:00 PM Hospitality Suites Open THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20 8:00 AM 9:00 AM Breakfast with the Exhibitors 8:00 AM 2:00 PM Registration 8:00 AM 2:00 PM Exhibits Open 9:00 AM Noon General Session 9:00 AM 9:30 AM Impact of Major Federal Policy Decisions on County Government Matt Chase, Executive Director National Association of Counties 9:30 AM 10:15 AM Economic & Capital Market Outlook Jason Murray, CFA, Portfolio Manager Director; Rich Sega, Chief Investment Officer Conning & Company 10:15 AM 11:00 AM To Be Announced
Tentative Agenda 11:00 AM 11:30 AM Honorable Alison Lundergan Grimes (Invited) Secretary of State 11:30 AM Noon Honorable Jack Conway (Invited) Kentucky Attorney General Noon 1:30 PM Luncheon with the Exhibitors 1:30 PM 4:30 PM Roundtable Sessions Implementing Technology in Employee Benefits Administration Kelly Harding, KACo Benefits Group; Aaron Curtis, Capstone Benefits Group Cybersecurity: The New Front Line Kelvin Coleman, Branch Chief for Government Engagement Office of Cybersecurity & Communications, US Dept. of Homeland Security Let Us Help Your County Save Money! Dewey Blevins, Director; Gary Thornton, Federal Program Coordinator Kentucky Division of Surplus Properties Council for Community Recovery and Resiliency & DLG Update Commissioner Tony Wilder and Staff Kentucky Department for Local Government Update on Rural & Municipal Aid Commissioner Don Pasley; Rick Long, Executive Director Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Dept. for Rural & Municipal Aid 4:30 PM 5:00 PM Election of KACo 1st & 2nd Vice-Presidents 6:00 PM 7:00 PM President s Reception 7:00 PM 9:00 PM Banquet and Installation of Officers & Board Featured Entertainment: Jeanne Robertson 9:00 PM 10:45 PM Entertainment: Exile 9:00 PM Hospitality Suites Open 8:30 AM Breakfast 9:00 AM Noon Wrap-up Session 9:00 AM 9:30 AM To Be Announced 9:30 AM 10:30 AM Media Panel discussing Kentucky Politics Moderator: Nick Storm, Anchor & Managing Editor, Cn 2 Pure Politics Jack Brammer, Reporter, Lexington Herald-Leader Ronnie Ellis, Reporter & Columnist, CNHI News Service Lawrence Smith, Reporter, WDRB-TV 10:30 AM 11:00 AM Observations of a Judge/Executive in Congress Honorable Thomas Massie United States House of Representatives 11:00 AM 11:30 AM Honorable Rand Paul United States Senator 11:30 AM Noon KACo Update Denny Nunnelley, Executive Director/CEO Kentucky Association of Counties FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21 $1,000 cash door prize will be given away at the Wrap-up Session. You must be present to win. Agenda is subject to change. Visit www.kaco.org for the most up to date information.
Confirmed Speakers Wednesday Greg Stumbo, Speaker of the House, will discuss issues for the 2015 Regular Session. He represents House District 95. He is a Floyd County native. Agriculture Commissioner James Comer will discuss The Next Generation of Kentucky Leaders. He is a former state representative from Monroe County, and a farmer. Senate President Robert Stivers, from Clay County, represents Senate District 25, comprised of Clay, Knox, Lee, Owsley, Whitley and Wolfe counties. He will provide a Senate update. Thursday Matt Chase, Executive Director of the National Association of Counties (NACo), will focus on the impact of major federal policy decisions on county government, including environmental regulations, tax reform, transportation bill rewrite and justice reform. Founded in 1935, NACo is the only national association representing America s 3,069 county governments. Friday U.S. Representative Thomas Massie entered Congress in November 2012 after serving as Lewis County judge/executive. He represents Kentucky s 4th Congressional District. Rep. Massie serves on the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure, the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Dr. Rand Paul is the junior United States Senator for Kentucky. Elected in 2010, he serves on the Foreign Relations, Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, Homeland Security and Government Affairs, and Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committees. Before his election to the Senate, he was a practicing ophthalmologist in Warren County, Ky., for 17 years. There will be many more engaging and informative speakers as well as roundtable discussions, and the popular Friday morning media panel discussing Kentucky Politics. For the latest agenda, visit www.kaco.org.