Conference for Local Elected Officials

January 9 & January 16, 2025

2025 ALEO Conference

We are delighted to invite elected officials from across the San Diego region to this transformative event, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills essential for addressing today’s challenges and excelling as a leader.

The ALEO Conference provides a comprehensive program focused on effective collaboration and governance, emphasizing a regional approach to problem-solving and decision-making. Our thoughtfully curated curriculum offers valuable insights, while the conference format fosters meaningful networking opportunities with fellow regional leaders.

Prepare to connect, learn, and lead with impact.

Module 1 - Thursday, January 9 , 2025 - 8:00 am to 1:00 pm

8:00 am - 8:30 am: Check-in & Coffee/Pastries

8:30 am - 9:00 am: Opening Session

9:00 am - 10:00 am: Panel Discussion - Campaign Politics vs. Governing: Navigating the Transition from Candidate to Public Leader

10:00 am - 10:30 am: Presentation - Ethics in Governing & Transparency: Navigating the Minefield

10:30 am - 10:45 am: BREAK

10:45 am - 12:00 pm: Panel - Structure: Charter Cities vs. General Law Cities:

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Lunch and panel discussion: The Future of Local Government Collaborations in the Context of the San Diego Region: Housing and Homelessness Challenges and Solutions

Module 2 - Thursday, January 16, 2025 - 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Lunch and Panel discussion: Intergovernmental relations: Navigating roles and responsibilities across local, state, and federal governments

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm: Panel - Regional Agencies in San Diego: Key Players and Collaborative Dynamics