As President of the League of Arizona Cities and Towns, it is my honor to invite you to the 2022 League Annual Conference. This year’s conference is taking place at the Renaissance Hotel Glendale, located near State Farm Stadium, home of the Arizona Cardinals and the 2023 Super Bowl!
Reflecting on the challenges of the recent years and the opportunities that lie ahead, it is more important than ever to take advantage of all the League has to offer. Speaking with a unified voice to protect shared revenues and local control, the League of Arizona Cities and Towns has been a stabilizing force, representing our common interests with unwavering dedication while also enhancing our reputation for solution-based collaboration.
The role of elected officials and public servants comes with many complexities and this conference is an exceptional forum to discuss issues of mutual concern while taking advantage of an abundance of educational opportunities and workshops highlighting best practices.
It is an honor to serve as League President, working with fellow Mayors and Councilmembers to provide a voice for all cities and towns. Thank you to League Staff for all of your efforts in bringing this year’s conference together.
I look forward to seeing you in Glendale in August.
Sincerely,
Cathy Carlat
President, League of Arizona Cities and Towns
Mayor, City of Peoria
This year’s League golf event will take place at Topgolf Glendale, the premier entertainment destination in Glendale, AZ. Topgolf is a game that anyone can play and enjoy, even if you’re getting more hole-in-nones than hole-in-ones!
The League attendees will have the full top floor with indoor food and beverage and climate-controlled hitting bays for comfort.
Each bay has up to six golfers per bay and each bay will compete for prizes.
To view a video of Topgolf in Glendale, click here.
Building The Arizona We Want:
Arizonans across the vast expanse of our state—in our cities, towns, and rural communities— overwhelmingly agree on priorities and actions to drive the state forward, providing the basis for a shared vision of success for The Arizona We Want.
Join the Center for the Future of Arizona for an informative and interactive program where you will:
Each city and town is urged to participate in the development of the League's Municipal Policy Statement. Mayor Nicholls of Yuma will serve as chairman of this year's Resolutions Committee.
All AMRRP members are encouraged to attend the annual meeting.
The League welcomes all conference delegates and guests to the opening reception.
Important note:
This dinner is open to all government (city/town, county, state and association) conference attendees and is included as part of your conference registration.
Highlights of the one-day program will include team-building exercises, networking, and information sharing opportunities for the youth councils. Sessions will address youth leadership and how to become active and engaged members of the community.
Youth commissions and youth advisory boards from across the state are invited to participate.
Please Note: There will be a $70 registration fee for each student and chaperone attending the Youth Program.
If you have any questions about the youth program at the League Conference, please contact the League at league@azleague.org or (602) 258-5786 for more information.
The Cerreta Candy Company is a family-owned business located in the heart of Glendale. Founded over 50 years ago by Jim Cerreta, Sr., Cerreta’s features a wide variety of chocolates, caramels, brittles and candies. Learn how four generations of candy makers created these delectable treats on a special guided tour of the hometown candy and chocolate factory.
Legislative Appreciation Awards and League Service Awards will be given.
The 2022 Showcase of Cities and Towns will be held on Thursday, September 1. There will be food and drinks. Booths will be 10' by 10'.
A 32-year tradition, the Showcase is truly a unique and special event - one of a kind in the nation.
Please Note: All conference attendees are welcome. If your city or town would like to host a booth at this event, there is separate registration from the main conference.
Enjoy a full breakfast and share and discuss ideas, challenges, solutions and best practices that you are facing in your community with other municipal officials in an informal and relaxed setting.
9495 W Coyotes Blvd.
Glendale, AZ 85305
PLEASE NOTE: You MUST be registered for the full conference in order to reserve a room at the Renaissance Glendale. Only one hotel room per full conference registrant will be allowed.
Youth Program participants and chaperones, as well as Showcase booth workers must stay at one of the overflow hotels below.
To reserve your hotel room, proceed to the conference registration page.
Affiliated overflow hotels have a special League Conference rate. Each are located just across the parking lot from the Renaissance and a shuttle service to the conference for registered conference attendees will be provided.
Hampton Inn & Suites Westgate
League Rate: $109
After the League Block is full: $179
Tru by Hilton Phoenix Glendale Westgate
League Rate: $109
After the League Block is full: $179
Home2 Suites by Hilton Phoenix Glendale-Westgate
League Rate: $109
After the League Block is full: $179
Aloft Glendale at Westgate
6920 N. 93rd Avenue Glendale, AZ 85305
602-883-3500
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Phoenix - Glendale Sports District
9310 W. Cabela Drive Glendale, AZ 85305
623-939-8888
Staybridge Suites Phoenix-Glendale Sports District
9340 W. Cabela Drive Glendale, AZ 85305
623-842-0000
TownePlace Suites Phoenix Glendale Sports & Entertainment
7271 N. Zanjero Boulevard Glendale, AZ 85305
623-872-2100
Residence Inn Phoenix Glendale Sports & Entertainment District
7350 N. Zanjero Boulevard Glendale, AZ 85305
623-772-8900
Springhill Suites Phoenix Glendale Sports & Entertainment District
7350 N. Zanjero Boulevard Glendale, AZ 85305
623-772-9200
Highlights of the one-day program will include team-building exercises, networking, and information sharing opportunities for the youth councils. Sessions will address youth leadership and how to become active and engaged members of the community.
Youth commissions and youth advisory boards from across the state are invited to participate.
PLEASE NOTE: There is a $70 registration fee for each student and chaperone attending the Youth Program.
8:00 a.m. – Video Recordings
After checking in, youth can participate in video recordings with the City of Glendale’s media team. These recordings will be interview style questions and welcoming remarks.
9:00 a.m. – Parade of Flags/Opening General Session
As a group, the youth will go to the Opening General Session. After the League president recognizes the youth councils, we will return to the youth program room together.
10:00 a.m. – inspired
Speaker: Zion Givens, Not My Kid, Inc.
10:45 a.m. – Building Grit: How To Be Tough During Tough Times
Speaker: Michael Klinkner, LCSW
11:45 – Lunch/Yard Games
1:00 p.m. – Networking (Poster Boards)
1:45 p.m. – Communicating In A Digital Space
Speaker:Adam Brooks
3:00 p.m. – End
3:00 p.m. - Stadium Tour: Tentative
*This is a draft agenda, some items and sessions are subject to change
If you have any questions about the Youth Program at the League Conference, please contact the League at league@azleague.org or
(602) 258-5786 for more information.
Tour of Cerreta Candy Company
The Cerreta Candy Company is a family-owned business founded over 50 years ago in the heart of Glendale by Jim Cerreta, Sr. Cerreta’s features a wide variety of chocolates, caramels, brittles and candies. Learn how four generations of candy makers created these delectable treats on a special guided tour of the hometown candy and chocolate factory.
Event Cost: $50
Cost includes breakfast at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Tour of the Cerreta Candy Company. The bus will return before the general luncheon at the Renaissance.
Please Note: Registration for this event is separate from the main conference.
CORE Construction
Waste Management
American Airlines
Banner | Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Central Arizona Project
EPCOR
Gammage & Burnham
Public Agency Retirement Services
Resolution Copper