Course 2 Seminar Credit

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This small group training is designed to help municipal officers strengthen and sustain productive relationships with state legislators. Participants will gain practical insight into how local and state roles intersect, effective communication strategies, and best practices for advocating municipal priorities within the legislative process. The training emphasizes real-world scenarios, collaborative discussion, and actionable approaches that municipal leaders can apply immediately to build trust, credibility, and long-term partnerships with state officials.

The program will feature perspectives from a diverse group of experienced speakers, including:

Representative Todd Hunter, Texas House of Representatives, District 32

Shelley Goodwin, City Secretary, City of Rockport

Nathan Anderson, Chief of Police, City of Rockport

JJ Rocha, Director of Public Policy and Engagement, Texas Municipal League

Professor Dr. Juan Carlos Huerta, Texas A&M at Corpus Christi.

Together, they will provide a well-rounded view of legislative expectations, municipal operations, policy engagement, and intergovernmental relations, creating a valuable forum for learning, dialogue, and relationship-building among attendees.

Schedule

Thursday, March 5

Welcome, Announcements, and Introductions
9:00 - 9:15 AM

How the Legislature Works
9:10 - 10:10 AM

Municipal Relationship Building with Your Elected State Officials
10:15 - 10:45 AM

Break
10:45 - 10:55 AM

Perspective of Elected State Official
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Lunch
12:00 – 12:30 PM

Municipal Relationship Building with Your Elected State Officials (continued)
12:30 – 1:30 PM

Perspective of TML
1:40 – 3:00 PM

Refund Policy

If you are unable to attend, we encourage you to send a substitute.
If you cannot send a substitute, a refund or transfer to a subsequent seminar (less a $25 processing fee) will be honored if written cancellation is received by February 19, 2026.
No refunds can be honored after that date. Allow 2-4 weeks to process refunds. Email [email protected] to request cancellation.