CityVision Lights Up the Capital City
Q2 2026 | Vol. 76, Issue 2
Held May 5-7, 2026, at the Raleigh Convention Center, the League’s flagship conference hosted local elected officials, city and town staff, and trusted local government partners. Each year, we bring this community together, knowing each attendee brings a unique purpose and perspective to the conversations throughout the conference.
At this year’s CityVision, the educational sessions addressed how to expect the unexpected as North Carolina continues to face unprecedented natural disasters, the importance of investing not only in your communities, but in yourself, and updates on the evolving landscape in local government.
The League’s Advancing Municipal Leader’s program offered its signature ethics course for elected officials during the preconference sessions. Additionally, we were thrilled to celebrate the recipients of the AML certificates! Chris Boyette, Goldsboro council member, Tami Walker, Henderson council member, Brian Hawley, Stantonsburg town manager, and Doris Garner, Weldon mayor pro tem, are the first League members to receive our Certificate of Municipal Dedication, requiring 40 hours of AML credit!
We were honored to be joined by the North Carolina State Auditor Dave Boliek at Thursday's breakfast, and Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt, who swore in the League's new board of directors at the President's Luncheon.
The City of Raleigh gave CityVision attendees a behind-the-scenes look during the mobile tours. Members strolled through Dorthea Dix Park, learned about downtown economic development from the Downtown Raleigh Alliance and visited Raleigh’s bio-energy recovery project. Wednesday capped off with the host city event featuring The Pit Authentic Barbecue, Videri Chocolate Factory and live music.
On the final day of the conference, we were honored to swear in our new 2026-2027 board of directors. Leading the board this year as president is Clayton mayor Jody McLeod, first-vice president is Morrisville council member Satish Garimella and second-vice president is Oak Ridge council member Ann Schneider.
The League extends its sincerest gratitude to immediate past president and Albermarle mayor pro tem Martha Sue Hall for an unforgettable year of service.
Thank you for joining us at CityVision 2026 in Raleigh. View the full photo album here.
About the author
Isabella Mormando
Communications & Multimedia Strategist
Supports the League’s communication strategies as to improving awareness of membership services, advocacy campaigns, and organizational goals.
