Data-driven decisions – at all levels of government – are essential to addressing the breadth and depth of issues facing any community. Consequently, complete and accurate data is the keystone of truly effective public policy. The 2019 “Bridging the Economic Divide” Summit will focus on the intersection of 2020 Census data and the Federal Communication Commission’s national broadband maps. Collectively, these two aggregates will set the pace for federal investments in our nation’s critical infrastructure systems over the next decade.
8:30am – 2:00pm |
[OPTIONAL] Cascade Mountain Small Group Hike The trailhead up Cascade Mountain is just steps away from the hotel. However, hikers will ascend at moderate grades, weaving between large rocks and ending on a bald peak overlooking the mountain range. In total, hikers will travel 2.4 miles, ascending 1,940 feet from base to peak. Hiking shoes and athletic clothing are suggested. Additionally, hikers should prepare for milder temperatures at the 4,098 feet summit. Email nacomeetings@naco.org to sign up and meet in the hotel lobby. |
1:00pm – 4:00pm |
[INTIVE ONLY] Rural Impact County Challenge Action Learning Cohort Meeting The National Association of Counties (NACo) and County Health Rankings & Roadmaps announced another team of rural county members focused on affordable housing to improve health and equity. This group will host their first in-person meeting to kick off this year’s cohort. |
5:00pm – 7:00pm |
Welcome Reception |
8:00am – 9:00am |
Networking Breakfast |
9:00am – 10:30am |
Making the 2020 Census Count
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10:30am – 12:00pm |
Breakout Session #1 (Census)
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12:00pm – 1:00pm |
Networking Lunch
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1:00pm – 2:30pm |
Mapping a Path Forward
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2:30pm – 4:00pm |
Breakout Session #2 (Broadband)
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6:00pm – 9:00pm |
Reception/Dinner
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8:00am – 9:00am |
Networking Breakfast
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9:00am – 12:00pm |
Plenary Workshop (Bridging the Economic Divide Report) Our discussions throughout the course of this summit will serve as a foundation for this plenary workshop which will bring together both narratives as we reconstruct our conversations and begin assembling a comprehensive report on Bridging the Economic Divide. This session will consist of lightning-round presentations from RAC Vice Chairs recapping the breakout sessions from the day before. |
12:00pm |
Adjourn |
1:00pm – 4:00pm |
[OPTIONAL] Olympic Complex Tour Participants will be provided a boxed lunch as we take a guided behind-the-scenes tour of the Lake Placid Olympic Center. Tour will include a visit to the Herb Brooks Arena – home of the famous U.S. “Miracle on Ice” victory over the Soviet Union in 1980. Email nacomeetings@naco.org to sign up. |
NACo has negotiated reduced hotel rates for the symposium at the Crowne Plaza Lake Placid, but rates will expire on September 10, 2019 or when the block is sold out, whichever comes first. The rate is $224/night + tax (currently 12%) and requires a two-night minimum stay. Call the hotel directly at 518-523-2556, press option 0 and ask for the RAC Symposium room block to receive the group rate.
The Crowne Plaza offers complimentary self-parking and is about a two hour drive from the Albany International Airport (ALB), a 30 minute drive from the Adirondack Regional Airport (SLK) or a 50 minute drive from Clinton County owned and operated Plattsburgh International Airport (PBG.) Shuttle transportation can be arranged to and from the Albany airport by Trailways.