eNews Special Edition – December 1, 2025
Upcoming events: Emerging Technologies Conference (Dec. 8-10), Elected Officials Conference (Jan. 7-8), and Local Government Day (Feb. 5)
Monday, December 1, 2025/Categories: eNews
Register now for these upcoming events!
VML Contact: Rob Bullington, rbullington@vml.org
Emerging Technology Conference - Deadline to register is Dec. 4; Full agenda now available!
December 8-10 in Hampton
This annual event explores the convergence of technology and public safety to prepare organizations to be ready to meet the challenges of an evolving threat landscape. Communications professionals, IT professionals, public sector and emergency communication leaders are among those who will benefit from offerings that cover a range of topics such as AI, GIS, cybersecurity, IoT, and Converged Communications.
This event is Hosted by the Commonwealth of Virginia Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee (SIEC) in Partnership with the Virginia Municipal League and the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police and Foundation, Inc.
More information - including the full agenda and the link to registrater - is available on VML’s website here >.
Elected Officials Conference - Includes certified FOIA/COIA training
January 7-8 near Richmond
For 2026, VML is pleased to offer an expanded take on our annual Elected Officials Conference. Attendees can choose to register for one or both days. This in-person event is offered to local officials and staff from VML member localities.
Registration and more information are available on VML’s website here >.
Wednesday, January 7 - Elected Officials and Public Safety (1:00 PM - 4:30 PM)
An afternoon of sessions dealing with public safety for elected officials. Topics will include Cybersecurity for Local Governments as well as Personal Safety for Public Officials.
There will be a reception for attendees beginning at 5:00 PM.
Thursday, January 8 - Elected Officials Boot Camp (8:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
The Elected Officials Boot Camp is a valuable training and networking opportunity for newly elected and veteran local officials from across the Commonwealth.
Sessions on January 8 will include Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Conflict of Interest Act (COIA) training provided by staff from the FOIA and COIA councils. As such, these sessions will satisfy the bi-annual requirement for these topics. Other topics covered this day will include budgeting, zoning, council/manager relations, and more!
Breakfast and lunch are included. Attendees arriving the day before are invited to attend the reception happening at 5:00 PM on January 7.
Local Government Day - Make local voices heard at the General Assembly!
February 5 in Richmond
Join us at the half-way mark for the 2026 General Assembly session to learn about legislation that may affect local governments. The day will kick off with lunch and briefings beginning at 11:00 AM at the Hilton Richmond Downtown. Attendees can visit with their delegation and attend session meetings in the afternoon. An evening reception at the Hilton will provide further opportunities for networking and talking with legislators.
Information and registration are available here >.