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2025 Annual Conference Schedule
TUESDAY | DEC 2, 2025
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10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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REGISTRATION OPEN
Clearwater Lobby
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8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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EXHIBIT HALL SET-UP |
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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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EXHIBIT HALL TIME
Plaza Ballroom
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1:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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OPENING SESSION
Clearwater Ballroom
Welcome
Posting of the Colors by Indiana State Police
Dr. Lindsay Weaver, IDOH
Keynote Speaker - Riley Leonard
ICC Achievement Awards Ceremony
ICC Elections
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2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
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ICC DISTRICT MEETINGS
Sponsored by VS Engineering
Northwest District — Suite 16
Northeast District — Suite 13/14
West Central District — Suite 12
East Central District — Suite 11
Southwest District — Suite 3
Southeast District — Suite 2
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2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
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AFFILIATE BREAKOUT SESSIONS
County Auditors — Suite 15
County Administrators (CEOs) — Keystone Boardroom
Indiana Association of Highway Engineers and Supervisors — Crosspointe Suite
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3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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GRAND OPENING RECEPTION/EXHIBIT HALL TIME
Plaza Ballroom
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WEDNESDAY | DEC 3, 2025
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8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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REGISTRATION OPEN
Clearwater Lobby
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST/EXHIBIT HALL TIME
Plaza Foyer/Suites 8-10/Clearwater Lobby
Sponsored by Indiana Pork
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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IACHES Meeting for Highway Departments
Suite 16
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Shaping Indiana’s Future: Legislative Updates and County Advocacy
Clearwater Ballroom
Speakers:
Knox County Commissioner, Kellie Streeter (Moderator)
Jake German, Barnes and Thornburg
Sydnee Cseresznyes, Volt Strategies
Tipton County Commissioner Tracey Powell
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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SEA 1 Explained: What Indiana’s New Tax Framework Means for Counties
Clearwater Ballroom
Speakers:
Tipton County Commissioner Tracey Powell (Moderator)
David Bottorff, AIC
Emma Adlam, Baker Tilly
Wayne County Commissioner Jeff Plasterer
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10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
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BREAK
Clearwater Lobby
Sponsored by Weigand Construction and A&Z Engineering
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11:00 AM - 11:45 PM
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From Planning to Completion: The Lifecycle of County Capital Projects
Clearwater Ballroom
Speakers:
Elkhart County Commissioner Suzie Weirick (Moderator)
Sen. Scott Baldwin, Envoy
Paul Okeson, Garmong Construction
Darin Duncan, CivilCon
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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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LUNCH
Buffet in main Exhibit Hall; seating in Suites 2-7
Sponsored by SIHO Insurance Services
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1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
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Energy, Zoning, and What’s Next for Indiana Counties
Clearwater Ballroom
Speakers:
Jake German, Barnes and Thornburg (Moderator)
Jasper County Commissioner Craig Standish
Knox County Commissioner Kellie Streeter
Delaware County Commissioner Stephen Brand
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2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
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Collaboration in Action: Strengthening the Commissioner-Council Relationship
Clearwater Ballroom
Speakers:
Johnson County Commissioner Brian Baird (Moderator)
Hendricks County Councilman Larry Hesson
Huntington County Councilman Terry Miller
Clay County Commissioner Paul Sinders
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3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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BREAK
Clearwater Lobby
Sponsored by Weigand Construction and A&Z Engineering
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3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
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BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Strengthening Community Care: How Counties Can Tackle Behavioral Health Needs
Suite 3
Speakers:
Howard County Commissioner Jack Dodd (Moderator)
Deanna Dwenger, PsyD, HSPP
Rachel Johnson-Yates, LMHC, LAC
Johnson County Commissioner Ron West
Hamilton County Councilman Steve Nation
County Strategies for Regional Water and Sewer Solutions
Suite 4
Speakers:
Hamilton County Commissioner Hierbrandt (Moderator)
Robert Bellucci, Commonwealth Engineers
Marty Wessler, Wessler Engineering
Blackford County Commissioner Dan Borgenheimer
Preparing for Township Reform: Insights from the Field and What Comes Next
Suite 5
Speakers:
Johnson County Commissioner Brian Baird (Moderator)
Monroe County Fire Chief Dustin Dillard
FUN Township Trustee Lydia Wales
Carmel City Fire Chief Joel Thacker
Economic Development Through Collaboration
Suite 6
Speakers:
Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer (Moderator)
Larry Gigerich, Ginovus
Chris Pfaff, Knox County Development Corporation
Merle Madrid, AWS
Rachel Leslie, RJL Solutions
Balancing Budgets and Benefits: Reducing County Healthcare Costs
Suite 7
Speakers:
Jackson Co Commissioner Drew Storey (Moderator)
John Sadtler, SIHO
Dr. Michelle Fenoughty, Hendricks Regional Hospital
Delaware County Commissioner Stephen Brand
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9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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COUNTY FAIR
Plaza Ballroom
Entertainment and Prizes
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THURSDAY | DEC 4, 2025
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Clearwater Foyer/Crosspointe Suite
Sponsored by A & Z Engineering\and Resolution Group
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Leading Through Crisis: What Commissioners Need to Know About Disaster Management
Clearwater Ballroom
Speakers:
Clark Co Commissioner Jack Coffman (Moderator)
Jonathan Whitham, Indiana Department of Homeland Security
Mary Moran, Indiana Department of Homeland Security
Sullivan County Commissioner Bob Davis
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Building Public Trust Through Effective Communication
Clearwater Ballroom
Speakers:
Hendricks County Commissioner Denny Dawes
Jeremy Brilliant, Brilliant Marketing
Ignacio Poncio, NUP Media
Mike McBride, American Structurepoint
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Other Sponsorship Opportunities
MEAL CO-SPONSOR
or EXCLUSIVE
(Limited Availability)
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$690 /
$2,210
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BREAK CO-SPONSOR
or EXCLUSIVE
(Limited Availability)
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$530 /
$1,580
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CONFERENCE APP SPONSORSHIP (3)
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$630
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HOSPITALITY ROOMS
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$310
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VENDOR SPONSORED NETWORKING SOCIAL EVENT - COUNTY FAIR
Please consider hosting a game (Resource: www.kidzonepartyrentals.com)
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$275
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DOOR PRIZE SPONSOR
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$150
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ONLINE SPONSOR (SOCIAL MEDIA ONLY)
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$1,000
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CONFERENCE SESSION SPONSOR
Signage and acknowledgement at start of session
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$2,100
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2024 County Commissioners
Achievement Awards Nomination
Deadline for Submission: October 18
Now is the perfect time to shine a light on our exceptional colleagues. Your nomination not only honors their hard work and dedication, but also highlights their contributions toward strengthening county voices in 2024. Let's make sure their efforts are recognized and celebrated.
Only County Commissioners can nominate their colleagues
Achievement Awards Criteria
The following information must be submitted and is criteria for all of the Awards to be presented:
- Office and length of service in this office/position
- Participation in State or National County Official Associations such as ICC (Commissioners), IACHES (Highway), Auditors Association, NACO (National Assn of County Officials) (i.e., meetings, committees, etc.
- Participation in educational offerings, i.e., Association meetings, Legislative Days, Road School, Conferences, etc.
Criteria for Specific Achievement Awards
(in additional to above)
Regional Distinguished County Commissioner Award
Each Region - North, Central, and South - will honor a Distinguished County Commissioner
- Explain how the nominees have consistently engaged in distinguished and exceptional service resulting in significant, positive impact to their county.
- Listing of Boards, Commissions, and Committees that nominee is/has serving/served on.
- Awards will be scored separately from North, Central, and South Regions.
County Commissioner Legislative Service Award
- ICC, AIC, ICAA, IACHES, or NACO Legislative Committee Members?
- Promotion of County issues to the State Legislature
- List issues to which this Commissioner testified at committee hearings.
- Describe this Commissioner's means of consistent contact with State Legislators.
Outstanding Team Effort for a Board of Commissioners
- Describe a project that this Board of Commissioners has undertaken despite possible controversy.
- Describe how this Board of Commissioners accomplished this common cause while dealing with opposition.
- Explain the cooperation, if any required of other local governmental units to accomplish this goal.
County Highway Engineer of the Year
- Describe this Engineer's educational background, including certifications.
- Describe this Engineer's leadership and management of personnel.
- Describe a particular situation that makes this Engineer "outstanding".
- Explain how this Engineer effectively communicates with the public regarding projects, planning, and programs.
County Highway Supervisor of the Year
- Describe a project in which this Supervisor has effectively managed equipment and personnel.
- Describe the benefits to the County of this supervisor's knowledge of materials, equipment, etc.
- Explain this supervisor's ability to carry out projects and plans as approved including interaction with the public.
Outstanding Supportive Auditor of the Year
- Describe how the Auditor has worked with the commissioners on a project.
- Describe the leadership, management, and team concept of the Auditor.
- Describe what strengths the auditor utilizes to assist the County Commissioners.
Outstanding Supportive Administrative Assistant of the Year
- Describe how the Administrative Assistant has worked with the commissioners on a project.
- Describe the leadership, management, and team concept of the Administrative Assistant.
- Describe what strengths the Administrative Assistant utilizes to assist the commissioners to better deal with local government and the public.
Nominate a Colleague Today.
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