Conference for Local Elected Officials
ALEO Conference Program
On January 9 and 16, 2025, local government leaders gathered at San Diego State University for the 2025 ALEO Conference.
The Conference was designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills essential for addressing today’s challenges and excelling as a leader.
The Conference Program provided a comprehensive program focused on effective collaboration and governance, emphasizing a regional approach to problem-solving and decision-making. The Conference also provided meaningful networking opportunities with fellow regional leaders.
View the 2025 ALEO Conference schedule “at a glance.”
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 - Legal Authority and Structure: Understanding Charter Cities vs. General Law Cities, Council-Manager vs. Strong Mayor Structures, Elected and Professional Roles and Responsibilities
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
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
2:30 pm - 2:45 pm: BREAK
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm: Panel - Key Stakeholders in Government and Governance: Understanding Influence and Interaction
4:00 pm - 4:10 pm: BREAK
4:10 pm - 4:30 pm: Opportunities for future engagement and collaboration: SDSU’s Institute for Innovative Governance
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Closing ceremony
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Closing reception
