2010 Congress of Cities & Exposition

The Congress of Cities and Exposition serves as the National League of Cities "annual convention" and offers a broad range of learning opportunities, access to governance and policy-setting meetings, and multiple opportunities for knowledge-sharing between peers. 

In 2009, 97 % of respondents to the conference's evaluation reported the conference fulfilled their reasons for attending, with 88% reporting conference programming as either good or excellent.

This conference is unique in that it partners with the Hosting City to develop educational programs which allow the city to display its most innovative programs. Through Mobile Workshops (off property educational sessions), Spouse/Guest Tours (opportunities to visit showcase venues), and a variety of other resources, delegates are offered the chance to explore the city and the surrounding region for its educational value.  In 2010, examples of regional collaboration will be showcased in City of Denver City Showcase offerings as well as Mobile Workshops along with many other innovative ideas and programs.

Why the Congress of Cities is the Ideal Meeting for Local Leaders

The 2010 Congress of Cities & Exposition includes:

• More than 4,000 participants including more than 2,000 elected and appointed officials and city staff who will converge in Denver, Colorado from November 30 - December 4, 2010.
• More than 30 workshops on topics critical to municipalities with some workshops directed at policy makers and others created especially for those who implement programs.
• More than 20 Leadership Training Institute Seminars offering in depth professional development and skills training.
• National League of Cities (NLC) staff who will be available at the member services booth in the exposition hall, in workshops as speakers and through-out the conference to answer your questions about what is happening across the nation and on Capitol Hill that impacts cities.
• An NLC member services booth in the exposition hall where you can sign your city up for critical programs and services that will save your city money.
• An Exposition Hall with more than 200 vendors offering services and products that support cities.
• Opportunities to view model programs and ask questions of the city staff who implement them at the City of Denver's Mobile Workshops AND the 2010 City Showcase.
• Access to NLC governance and policy development meetings that allow NLC members to participate in the setting of the organization's priorities as a national representative of America's cities.