Formerly the Fall Conference

2026 League Civic Connection

The Premier Gathering of Wisconsin's Municipal Leaders

The League Civic Connection brings together elected officials, administrators, and civic leaders from across Wisconsin to explore the ideas, policies, and partnerships shaping the future of local government.

Sessions are forward-looking, policy-informed, and grounded in real-world municipal leadership.

Oct 7–9, 2026
Dates
Hilton Paper Valley
Venue
Appleton, WI
Location
Attend, Speak, or Both

Register to attend, or submit a proposal to present.

Who Attends Your Audience
Mayors & Village Presidents
Council & Board Members
Administrators & Managers
Department Heads & Staff
Civic & Community Leaders
Speakers Who Should Submit
Elected Officials & Municipal Leaders
Administrators & Department Heads
Policy Experts & Practitioners
League Partners & Subject-Matter Experts
Teams Presenting Case Studies
What We Look For Strong Proposals
✓ Relevant
Address a timely challenge or opportunity
✓ Strategic
Blend strategic and practical insight
✓ Actionable
Deliver takeaways attendees can use
✓ Forward-Looking
Offer a future-focused perspective
✓ Engaging
Interactive formats that involve the room
Topics Themes of Interest
Building for the Future
Long-term planning and preparing communities for what's next.
Policy Innovation & Governance
New approaches to decision-making in local government.
Leadership in Divided Times
Building trust and leading through complexity.
Communication & Public Trust
Civic engagement and strong community relationships.
Municipal Success Stories
Real-world examples and scalable practices from peer communities.
Take Action
Join Us in Appleton

Reserve your spot as an attendee, or share your expertise as a presenter.

ATTEND
Register for the Conference

Secure your seat at the 2026 League Civic Connection and connect with municipal leaders from across Wisconsin.

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PRESENT
Submit a Presentation Proposal

Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis until all slots are filled. Share your session idea with our program team.

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2026 League Civic Connection
Hosted by the League of Wisconsin Municipalities · October 7–9, 2026 · Hilton Paper Valley, Appleton