MMA.ORGThe Trade Show will feature six Learning Lab exhibitor workshops, providing opportunities to hear from experts on a variety of topics.
The Learning Lab program will be held on the Trade Show floor on Friday, Jan. 24. Sessions are 30 minutes long.
11:30 a.m.-Noon
Lab 1
Cost-Effective, Turnkey, Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions for Municipalities
Presented by Constellation Energy, Booth 1101
Learn how Constellation’s EV Charging project management experts can assist municipalities with EV Charging station projects, from initial discussions to cost-effective options, and Constellation’s “turnkey” project installation plan.
Lab 2
National League of Cities: Developing Competitive Infrastructure Grant Applications and Managing Federal Grants
Presented by Local Infrastructure Hub, Booth 519
Learn about the NLC’s training program that helps cities win infrastructure funding, and manage and implement grants. More than 1,000 cities have participated in this program so far, winning more than $330 million. Learn how your municipality can be a winner in infrastructure grant application and management, too.
12:10-12:40 p.m.
Lab 1
Pursuing Equitable State-Owned Land Reimbursements for Municipalities
Presented by Office of the State Auditor, Booth 700
Join representatives from the Division of Local Mandates for a presentation on the division’s updated report regarding equitable reimbursement to municipalities for state-owned land. Hear an update on PILOT figures and deeper research that can serve as tools for municipalities as they advocate for equitable treatment.
Lab 2
Preparing for the Next Emergency Now
Presented by Massachusetts Office of the Inspector General, Booth 1820
Learn how to prepare for the next pandemic-level emergency, how to design effective emergency relief programs, and how to design program monitoring and evaluation strategies. Staff will share lessons learned and tell participants what controls to put in place to be ready for the next unforeseen emergency.
12:50-1:20 p.m.
Lab 1
Exploring Public Sector Digital Service Transformation With Citizen-Centric CIAM
Presented by Portage Cyber Tech, Booth 1131
Learn how to use Citizen Identity and Access Management (CIAM) to create a secure, private, and trusted common front door to all of your digital services.
Lab 2
Building Officials’ Impact on Public Safety and the Municipality
Presented by Massachusetts Federation of Building Officials, Booth 1109
Learn how a building official’s influence extends far beyond ensuring compliance with building codes, and about how they can play a critical role in ensuring public safety and supporting key aspects of economic and community growth.