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Winter 2009 Conference

December 2^nd-4^th

Omni Hotel

Downtown Charlotte

Effective Budgeting in the New Economy

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Budget and performance management professionals in North Carolina local governments continue to face challenges and opportunities in this new economy. Join us for an effective and efficient series of workshops, discussions, and networking at the NCLGBA 2009 Winter Conference, December 2^nd to 4^th at the Omni Hotel in Downtown Charlotte.

The “Queen City” will be our host, offering one of the most convenient travel destinations for localities throughout the state.

Workshops will focus on relevant topics for counties & municipalities of all sizes, including:

· Financial Forecasting – Why, How To, Now What?

· Municipal/County Leadership Approaches – veteran NC municipal and county managers agree (and disagree) about successful management styles and experiences

· Non-Profit Partnerships – evaluating new requests and ongoing relationships with financial partners

· Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn – what?? Social networking and communication opportunities for your local government

· Lean Management during tough financial times

· Economic Update – a local and national update from a top economist

· Legislative Brief – provided by the NC League of Municipalities and NC Association of County Commissioners

· And More!

Plus, we are introducing a set of mobile/off-site workshops where participants will get out and see coming trends in government operations in action, specifically:

· Discussion on use of public transit in large and small jurisdictions, featuring visits to Charlotte’s CATS multi-modal center and a ride on their new LYNX light rail

· Responding to “Green” and better understanding LEED certification for buildings and facilities, including visits to some examples in the Charlotte area (transportation provided)

Also, if you’re new to the budgeting world, we have a special skills development workshop scheduled just for you!

Finally, evening and guest activities will include:

· Networking reception Wednesday evening (included in registration for attendees)

· Access to several downtown activities, including ice hockey, theatre performances, bowling, pub crawling, etc.

· Holiday shopping or browsing in nearby Uptown Charlotte, SouthPark Mall, or Concord Mills

CPE Credits available for all sessions

Registration

Information packets and fees will be distributed soon. If you have any questions, please email Katie McCoy directly at kdmccoy@ci.charlotte.nc.us. This site will be updated as more information is released.

Hotel Information

The Omni Hotel is located at the intersection of Trade and Tryon streets – the center of Charlotte. The hotel is connected to the new Charlotte EpiCentre (entertainment & retail mini-sky scraper), LYNX Light Rail Train System, Overstreet Mall, Bank of America Corporate Center, Bank of America Plaza, and Charlotte Athletic Club and Spa (discounts for hotel guests). The Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, Hearst Tower, and Wachovia buildings (and restaurants/retail within) can also be accessed from the Omni Hotel via overstreet walkways, without ever going outside. The hotel rate is $100/night (a bargain for this hotel!).

Rooms are available at special conference rates starting at $100 per night (plus tax) if reserved by November 18^th. To reserve your room, visit Omni Hotel’s special rate page, or call at (704) 377-0400. Make sure to ask for the “NCLGBA” rate. For more information on the hotel, visit their website.

Presentations from Past Conferences
		Winter 2005
Summer 2006		Winter 2006
Summer 2007		Winter 2007
Summer 2008		Winter 2008
Summer 2009		Winter 2009