October 3-5, 2021
Conference-at-a-Glance
Lansdowne Resort | 44050 Woodridge Pkwy | Leesburg, VA 20176
VML Local Government Members’ logos/seals
The Virginia Municipal League is looking forward to a welcome return to an in-person Annual Conference this October with a three-day event at the beautiful Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg featuring the Towns of Loudoun County.
Contact Sandra Harrington at sharrington@vml.org for information on the 2021 VML Annual Conference.
Registration & Refunds Deadline: Registration will close on Monday, September 13 (end of day). All requests
A note on health and safety: To hold a successful in-person event, VML is considering the health and safety of all staff and attendees. VML will continue to monitor the COVID-19 numbers with an eye on a safe event. We ask that anyone experiencing symptoms stay home. We also encourage those who feel comfortable wearing face coverings to do so and for everyone to social distance during the event. Thank you for your consideration of your fellow attendees.
Please note: Unlike past years, the Mayors Institute will not be held in conjunction with the Annual Conference. The 2021 Mayors Institute was held July 15-16 in Charlottesville.
Use the links below to learn more about each of the following:
Attendee Registration | Lodging | What to Expect
Post-Conference Golf Event
Business & Sponsor Registration | Sponsors
Attendee Registration
Cost: $400 for attendee / $250 for guest/spouse
Registration & Refunds Deadline: The deadline to register for the conference was on Monday, September 13 (end of day). All requests for refunds must have been received in writing to Joni Terry at jterry@vml.org by that date.
Missed the deadline to register? Don’t worry, we’d still love to have you! Please contact Joni Terry, jterry@vml.org to request the password to access the below registration form. Please be aware, however that the deadline for reservations has passed.
A la carte registrations:
Admittance to both the Host City Night, which will be held on Sunday, October 3 at the Marshall House in Leesburg and the VML Annual Banquet, which will be held on Monday, October 4 at the Lansdowne Resort are included in the purchase of a full registration fee.
If you are purchasing a full conference registration (above) you do not need to purchase these a la carte options. Use the below links only if you are not attending the full conference but would like to attend one or both of these functions:
- Host City Night (Oct. 3) – $50.00 – Purchase tickets here >
- VML Banquet (Oct. 4) – $125.00 – Purchase tickets here >
Please note: There will not be ticketed lunches for specific groups (i.e. VLGMA, NBC-LEO, Women in Local Government, etc.) this year. However, VML will be providing opportunities for those groups to gather during the conference. Details will be available soon.
Lodging
VML Conference Host Hotel
Note: The deadline to reserve rooms under the VML block has passed. If you are interested in staying at the Lansdowne Resort, please contact Sandy Harrington, sharrington@vml.org or (804) 523-8524 to be placed on the waiting list in the event we have any cancellations.
Lansdowne Resort
44050 Woodbridge Parkway
Leesburg, VA 20176
What to Expect
Conference at a Glance*
VML will be offering an array of events and opportunities over the course of three days. During your time at the 2021 VML Annual Conference you can expect:
Learning: General and breakout sessions on the issues that matter most to local governments, mobile workshops, FOIA/COIA training, and more!
Business: 2021 Annual Business Meeting; Section meetings and elections; Remarks from the outgoing and incoming president.
Recognition: Innovation Awards presentations
Fun! Sunday evening will feature a fabulous Host City Night at the Marshall House in Leesburg; Monday evening will conclude with the VML Reception & Banquet; throughout the event there will be ample time to network, see old friends, and make some new ones. Plus, those who are interested in playing a little golf can choose to participate in the VML Golf Outing Tuesday afternoon (additional fee required, details coming soon!)
*Details are subject the change. Please refer to the Conference Mobile App for full session and speaker descriptions.
Post-Conference Golf Event
It’s not every year that the Virginia Municipal League’s annual conference happens at a location that also boasts a world class golf course. But that’s just what’s going to happen this fall when we gather at the fantastic Lansdowne Resort (and golf course) in Leesburg!
We are pleased to announce a VML golf event to immediately follow the annual conference.
- Date: Tuesday, October 5.
- Time: Tee times will be assigned beginning from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM until all available slots are filled.
- Cost: $110 per person (special discounted VML rate)
- Amenities: Boxed lunches courtesy McGuireWoods Consulting will be provided prior to the start of the event. Gifts and prizes to be announced soon!
- Groupings & Tee Times: We will do our best to put people who register together in the same foursome. Individual registrations will be assigned to a foursome. All tee times will be communicated in advance of the conference.
To participate, please use the link below to register.
For any questions, please contact: Rob Bullington, rbullignton@vml.org
Business & Sponsor Registration
This year’s VML annual conference at the Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg promises to be among the best in VML’s history. Our members are looking forward to the opportunity to learn together and share stories in-person following an extended time apart. As in year’s past, organizations and businesses are encouraged to join us at this important annual gathering.
However, please be aware that the Annual Conference will not have a traditional exhibit hall. Instead, VML looks forward to welcoming businesses and organizations to our conference as members of our Community Business Member (CBM) program.
For those businesses and organizations that would like to have a presence at our Annual Conference – with opportunities to interact with officials and staff from our member localities – becoming a VML Community Business Member is a great way to go.
We’ve added conference-specific options to each level of CBM membership. Please review the below opportunities and don’t hesitate to contact us with questions.
Register your membership (with 2021 conference benefits!) here >.
Bronze – $1,000
- Virtual presence on the 2021 Annual Conference app.
- One in-person registration for the 2021 Annual Conference.
- Additional registrations available at $400 each.
- Options to participate in raffles and provide branded goods and materials.
- Official recognition in conference program.
- Plus, the year-round benefits of Bronze CBM membership! Learn more here >.
Silver – $2,500
- Table for your representatives in the conference area (Note – due to space limitations, these are subject to availability)
- Virtual presence on the 2021 Annual Conference app
- Two in-person registrations for the 2021 Annual Conference
- Additional registrations available at $400 each.
- Options to participate in raffles and provide branded goods and materials.
- Official recognition in conference program.
- Plus, the year-round benefits of Silver CBM membership! Learn more here >.
Gold – $5,000 and above
At the Gold Level, benefits can include those listed below (commensurate to the level of support) tailored to best suit the needs of the member organization. We’re happy to work with you to make your involvement with VML the best for your organization. To discuss options, contact Rob Bullington, rbullington@vml.org.
- Sponsorship: Listed as overall 2021 Annual Conference sponsor with recognition throughout the event space.
- Option to introduce yourself to members at the start of a specific session or workshop and distribute branded materials during that gathering.
- Table for your representatives in the conference area (Note – due to space limitations, these are subject to availability)
- Virtual presence on the 2021 Annual Conference app
- In-person registrations for the 2021 Annual Conference (max. 4 registrations)
- Additional registrations available at $400 each.
- Option to participate in raffles and provide members branded goods and materials.
- Official recognition in conference program.
- Plus, the year-round benefits of Gold CBM membership! Learn more here >.
Diamond – $10,000 and above
At the Diamond Level, benefits can include those listed below (commensurate to the level of support) tailored to best suit the needs of the member organization. We’re happy to work with you to make your involvement with VML the best for your organization. To discuss options, contact Rob Bullington, rbullington@vml.org.
- Sponsorship: Listed as a prominent 2021 Annual Conference sponsor with banner, signage, and advertising opportunities in the event space.
- Invitation to lead a 2021 Annual Conference workshop or session on a specific topic (TBD in consultation with VML staff)
- Table for your representatives in the 2021 Annual Conference area (Diamond level members are guaranteed a table)
- Virtual presence on the 2021 Annual Conference app
- In-person registrations for the 2021 Annual Conference (max. 6 registrations)
- Additional registrations available at $400 each.
- Option to participate in raffles and provide members branded goods and materials.
- Official recognition in conference program.
- Plus, the year-round benefits of Diamond CBM membership! Learn more here >.
Register your membership (with 2021 conference benefits!) here >.
Sponsors
