NACo Bylaws and Governance Review Committee
The NACo Bylaws and Governance Review Committee submits the following documents for consideration.
Proposed Bylaws Changes Comparison
Index of Proposed Bylaws Changes
Clean Version – Proposed NACo Bylaws
Proposed Changes to the American County Platform Preamble
Chair: Hon. J.D. Clark, NACo First Vice President and Judge, Wise County, Texas
East: Michael Zurlo, County Administrator, Clinton Co., N.Y.
Central: Hon. Chokwe Pitchford, Commissioner, Berrien Co., Mich.
South: Hon. Renee Couch, Treasurer, Comal Co., Texas
West: Hon. Bradley Carlyon, County Attorney, Navajo County, Arizona
Past President: Hon. Denise Winfrey, Councilmember, Will Co., Ill.
Affiliate Rep: David Connor, NCCAE Past President and Executive Director, Tennessee County Services Association
NACo Membership Call
Understanding the 2025 Bylaws and Governance Committee’s Proposed Changes
Bylaws Committee Chair and NACo First Vice President J.D. Clark, along with NACo CEO and Executive Director Matt Chase, walk through proposed bylaw changes as part of NACo's comprehensive review every four years and help you prepare for the upcoming vote in July.
Modern Networks, Smarter Budgets: A County Leader's Perspective
Join us for a fireside chat with Orleans County, NY, as they share how their team successfully transitioned from a traditional capital expense (CapEx) model to an operational expense (OpEx) model for network services.
When faced with rising maintenance costs and an expiring carrier contract, the county seized the opportunity to modernize its network and lock in predictable monthly costs. By bundling connectivity services with unified communications, they achieved immediate savings of over $124,000, eliminated recurring charges such as long-distance fees and third-party integration costs, and gained access to operational upgrades like call analytics and auto-attendants.
This shift not only strengthened financial planning through fixed monthly expenses but also freed up IT staff to focus on strategic initiatives.
Key takeaway: Rethinking your budget model can be just as impactful as upgrading your technology — delivering fiscal stability and enhanced services for your community.
Social Security: The Choice of a Lifetime
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET
The Nationwide Retirement Institute is here to provide county staff and retirees clarity regarding key retirement topics. As we start to think about our retirement, questions come up -- which is why Nationwide has created a range of helpful presentations to provide some answers.
One of the most important decisions you'll make regarding your retirement income is when to file for Social Security benefits. Get informed about your options; doing so could mean a difference of hundreds of thousands of dollars over the years.
This webinar is brought to you by NACo EDGE, establishing people, purchasing, and performance cost-saving solutions that can be applied to counties nationwide. EDGE is owned by NACo, advised by county leaders and 100% focused on solutions for U.S. Counties. Learn more about NACo EDGE here.
View other upcoming Nationwide webinars here.
2026 NCCAE Presidents and Executives Directors Meeting
Join NACo and the National Council of County Association Executives for the Presidents & Executives Meeting January 14–16, 2026 in Washington, D.C.
Advocacy 101 for Counties: Maximizing Your Impact During the NACo Legislative Conference
Learn how to prepare for Hill meetings, effectively advocate for NACo priorities, and translate county experiences into clear federal policy asks.
What to Know Before You Go to NACo’s Legislative Conference
Join NACo’s Membership Chair and staff to learn ways to maximize your experience at the NACo Legislative Conference.
2026 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.