Strengthening America's Counties

This 1.5-day event is an opportunity for representatives from a criminal justice coordinating council (CJCC) or other similar county-level entity to take part in peer learning and networking, hear from experts in the field, share successes and brainstorm solutions to common criminal justice challenges.

Join a committee and make a difference. NACo members have the opportunity to serve on 31 committees, caucuses, task forces and advisory boards to inform national policymaking and help solve problems impacting counties, boroughs and parishes.

Your playbook for NACo's committees, initiatives and tools for counties

When your county is a member of NACo, all county elected officials and staff are members. Find the tools you need to make the most of your NACo membership

Join NACo for an insightful session covering the latest election results and a breakdown of top county priorities for the upcoming lame-duck session. This webinar will provide an overview of NACo’s key areas of focus, offering a closer look at critical issues expected to shape county priorities and the broader legislative agenda. Attendees will gain insights into key election races, impact on counties and how counties leaders can prepare to engage with Congress and advocate effectively for their communities as we move toward the new legislative year.

Join the BRECC National Network this November to learn how coal communities are balancing resource conservation and economic development. This session will highlight how coal-impacted communities can leverage public lands, natural resources and federal partnerships in order to successfully champion the needs of their community. This BRECC National Network Session will feature the Conservation Fund’s “Activation Program” and community leaders embracing a multi-point approach to natural resource economies.

With the December 31, 2024 deadline for obligating American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) quickly approaching, local governments nationwide are assessing how best to allocate these critical resources. Passed in 2021, the ARPA SLFRF provided $65.1 billion in direct, flexible aid to counties across the United States. The deadline means local governments must not only allocate these funds but also have contractual commitments in place before the year ends. Here, we break down what this obligation entails, why it matters and how local governments can ensure they meet this significant milestone.

Cloud computing has become integral to modern business and government operations, offering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency. 

Join us for a informative webinar on the benefits of transitioning our county websites to the official .gov domain. 

This free webinar, hosted by the National Association of Counties (NACo) Tech Xchange in partnership with Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), will cover how transitioning to a .Gov domain can enhance public trust, strengthen online security, and simplify website management.

The webinar will equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions about your county's online future.