9:30 AM | Welcome
Kick of the day with a welcome from the Maryland Municipal
League and a look at the opportunities ahead for Maryland’s
municipal leaders.

10:00 AM | Statewide Candidate Forum
Moderated by MML President Takisha James — Hear directly from
invited candidates for Maryland’s statewide of ices about their
priorities and what their vision for Maryland means for
municipalities and local leaders.

12:00–1:00 PM | Lunch & League Updates
Enjoy lunch while getting the latest updates from MML, including the
Task Force, upcoming programs, advocacy ef orts, and the 2026
Excellence in Leadership Conference.

1:00–3:00 PM | Workshop Breakouts
Security Training — Senator Cheryl Kegan
Learn practical strategies for keeping municipal elections safe and
secure, preparing for potential threats, and protecting the integrity of
the election process.

Advocacy 101: Making Your Municipal Voice Heard
Learn how to ef ectively advocate for your municipality, navigate the
Maryland General Assembly website, prepare and deliver testimony,
and put your skills to the test with a mock testimony exercise.

From Municipal Leadership to Higher Office
Hear from municipal of icials who have taken the next step in public
service about their experiences, lessons learned, and what it takes to
successfully pursue higher of ice.