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U.S. Elections Analysis 2024: Key Outcomes & Insights for Counties
Application deadline approaching for NACo's Criminal Justice Coordinating Councils Peer Exchange
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.
How to Get Involved with NACo
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.
Directory of Programs & Resources
Your playbook for NACo's committees, initiatives and tools for counties
NACo Membership Roadmap
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
Conference
2025 NACo Legislative Conference
The NACo Legislative Conference brings together nearly 2,000 elected and appointed county officials to focus on federal policy issues that impact counties and our residents.
ADA Compliance for Government Websites: A Practical Conversation
Join us for a practical discussion on ADA website compliance and how to implement effective strategies to ensure your county's website is inclusive for all residents.
How to Champion Your Coal Community’s Natural Resources
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.
Countdown to the ARPA SLFRF Obligation Deadline: What Local Governments Need to Know Before December 31, 2024
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.
NACo Cyberattack Simulation: Cloud Security
Cloud computing has become integral to modern business and government operations, offering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency.
The Power of .Gov: Securing Your County's Online Presence
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.
Navigating Seasonal Change: Prioritizing Mental Wellbeing for County Leaders and Employees, a NACo EDGE Webinar
As the seasons shift, many of us face the need to adjust our routines and manage increased stress from year-end commitments. This transitional period can impact our overall wellbeing, making it essential to prioritize mental health.
Join the National Council for Mental Wellbeing and NACo for an engaging webinar specifically designed for U.S. county leaders, HR professionals, and employees. We’ll explore the challenges and opportunities this season presents, equipping you with practical tools and strategies to enhance both personal and organizational wellbeing. Discover effective ways to relax, recharge, and thrive as we embrace the changes ahead.
Solutions from NACo EDGE
NACo EDGE establishes sustainable, cost-saving and value-added solutions that can be applied to counties nationwide. By providing quality solutions, we strive to develop and maintain healthy, vibrant and safe counties across the United States.
NACo Deferred Compensation Program
NACo's Deferred Compensation Program has helped more than 1.5 million county employees and retirees save for and live comfortably in retirement. More than 423,000 county employees from over 3,000 county agencies participate, with accumulated assets of more than $25 billion.
Public Promise Insurance
Public Promise Insurance is a fully licensed provider that strengthens local governments. We provide voluntary benefits to public employees and their families with cost effective and best-in-class solutions.
Public Promise Procurement
Providing public sector and other entities with a vetted, transparent option for purchasing goods and services more efficiently and cost effectively.
NACo Career Center Job Board
Good employees are crucial to getting the job done. NACo provides a method for counties to find the right people to fill staffing vacancies.
Live Healthy U.S. Counties
The NACo Live Healthy Prescription, Health & Dental Discount Program is a no-cost program available to all member counties, providing relief to uninsured and underinsured Americans facing growing health costs.
cashvest® by threeplusone®
cashvest® by threeplusone® provides a new and unparalleled level of liquidity analysis and data services for local, county, school district and community college governing bodies.
ClearGov®
ClearGov® is the leading provider of budget cycle management software, focused on helping local governments streamline the annual budgeting process.
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training administered by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
NACo High Performance Leadership Academy
The NACo High Performance Leadership Academy is an innovative, completely online 12-week program created to equip frontline county government professionals with practical leadership skills to deliver results for counties and communities.
NACo Enterprise Cybersecurity Leadership Academy
The NACo Enterprise Cybersecurity Leadership Academy is an online 12-week collaborative readiness program led by Fortune 500 CISOs and peers who deliver a proven framework and insights on leading and securing a network and an organization.
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Advocacy Hub
Visit NACo‘s advocacy hub to learn about counties’s priorities in federal policymaking.
2025 Appropriations Tracker
The NACo 2025 Appropriations Tracker provides counties with a comprehensive overview of the federal appropriations process, tracking the progress of key spending bills and offering insights on how these will impact county funding and services.
Outreach Toolkit for Counties: The FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program
The NACo Outreach Toolkit aids counties in promoting the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program by providing resources to increase awareness and maintain broadband access beyond the program's funding.
Implementing Infrastructure Investments at the County Level: The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (P.L. 117-58)
On November 15, 2021, President Biden enacted the five-year, $973 billion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, formally known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
County Policy Priorities for Transforming the Child Welfare System
Regardless of population size, geography and available resources, counties are deeply invested in our residents’ health and well-being. Every day, we provide services that help vulnerable individuals and families thrive, functioning as an integral part of the federal, state and local partnership in human service delivery.
Legislative Analysis: Impact of PFAS Regulations on Counties
NACo's analysis provides an in-depth examination of current and proposed regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and their implications for county governments.
County News
Stay up-to-date on America's counties with NACo's award-winning County News.
Office move pays off big for Wisconsin county veterans
A new location and a new way of thinking are making connections for Winnebago County, Wis. veterans.
Now I know you can't rehearse everything
When Gunnar Malm was running for the Laramie County, Wyo. Commission, he watched four years' worth of archived meeting videos to get a hold on the breadth of topics he'd be facing in office.
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