Alabama Communities of Excellence
The Alabama Communities of Excellence (ACE) program uses a comprehensive, three-phase approach to assist participating communities in planning and preparing for a more vibrant future.
Due to a scheduling conflict, the ACE meeting that was originally planned for November 15, 2019 has been moved to December 6, 2019. We apologize for any inconvenience this change creates for you. The venue will still be the American Village in Montevallo with many thanks to our host the David Mathews Center for Civic Life. Please mark […]
Gulf State Park Lodge, Gulf Shores, AL Conference: Feb. 6-7 - $195 Registration Outdoor Mobile Workshops: Feb. 5 - $50 Registration Registration Extended to: Monday, Jan. 27, 2020 A fun and informative gathering for those who plan, develop and manage recreational trails in Alabama. Wednesday, Feb. 5 - Outdoor Mobile Workshops (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) Gulf […]
Join us Tuesday, March 10 in Fort Payne and hear from Joe Borgstrom with Place + Main Advisors about converting abandoned gas stations, dry cleaners, gins, warehouses and factories into vibrant spaces. At this training, you'll also learn about available resources from agencies including Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), the Resource Conservation and Development […]
GEDI is pleased to co-host this free webinar with Cobbs Allen for AAPPA. Tuesday, March 31, 1:30 - 3:00 pm CDT. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) is here! In the coming days and weeks, federal regulatory agencies will provide guidance on how to implement the new requirements. In the meantime, we must rely […]
LIVINGSTON, Ala.—The University of West Alabama has joined with AT&T and Alabama Power Company to announce the slate of speakers and featured panelists for the Alabama Summit on Rural Innovation and Entrepreneurship, set for Friday, April 17th at the Bell Center on the UWA campus. The event features a stellar slate of entrepreneurs who bring […]
We're bringing together experts from business, industry, education, and workforce to identify challenges, focus on solutions, and develop a more dynamic workforce for Alabama. Hear new and innovative approaches to workforce practices, education initiatives to grow the workforce pipeline, strategies to increase collaboration and partnerships, and so much more! Whether you're an educator, economic developer, […]
Registration is now open for the workshop May 6-8th at Camp McDowell for 2-1/2 days of learning, friendship, and drawing ideas. For more information contact Mary Shell at mary@yourtownalabama.org or visit their website at yourtownalabama.org
The League's annual convention will be a full day event to include our annual Resolutions Committee; AMIC's Annual Member Business Meeting, and the League's Annual Business Session. CMO credit will be available and service awards will be presented. We will conclude the day with a President's Reception at the Alabama Department of Archives and History. […]
AU-GEDI Intensive Economic Development Course (Auburn) September 21-25, 2020 A two-week course introducing participants to all phases of economic development. The Intensive Economic Development Training Course is an annual two-week course presented by the Government & Economic Development Institute (GEDI). The course is divided into two one-week sessions and introduces participants to all phases of […]
Board meeting at 9 a.m. Associates Council Meeting at 11 a.m.