Conference

Information

REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED FOR THIS EVENT

Please send any inquiries to Rob Bullington, rbullington@vml.org

Registration fee of $225 covers all the offerings outlined below (excluding lodging)

Preliminary Agenda available here >

May 13 – Local Workshop: Tools & Materials for Building Communities

1:00pm – 4:30pm

What are the tools and materials used for building and revitalizing communities? How can you make informed decisions that positively affect the growth of your community? This interactive workshop will provide a better understanding of the many components of community building, such as zoning & land use, transportation, historic preservation, placemaking & open space planning, and economic development.

5:00pm – 6:30pm |Reception at Steamers Restaurant

Whether you are coming from the afternoon program or just getting into town for the conference the next day, please join us!

May 14-15 – Small Towns Conference & Reception

The Small Towns Conference provides an overview of topics related to local government management specifically geared towards small town issues. This conference invites elected officials, including council members and mayors, town managers, and leadership staff to learn, network, and share resources and ideas.

Lodging:

The Refuge Inn (7058 Maddox Blvd. 23336)

• Use promo code “VML2026” before April 13 for a 30% discount (evenings of May 13 and May 14)
• Online: www.refugeinn.com
• Phone: 757-336-5511
• View/Download a promotional flyer for the hotel here >
   

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Chincoteague Island Waterfront (3913 Main St, 23336)

• Online: Book your reservation for the night of May 12, 13 or 14 here >

The Waterside Inn (3761 Main St. 23336)

• Call (757) 336-3434 before April 13 and use promo code “Virginia Municipal League”
• Note: Rooms under the discounted block are available for the nights of May 13 and 14 only.

Hampton Inn & Suites Chincoteague-Waterfront (4179 Main St., 23336)

• Call 757-336-1616 and ask for the VML Small Town Conference rate.