The Legal & Regulatory Conference is an educational and professional development opportunity to learn about current legal and regulatory issues affecting public power, as well as the practical legal issues facing municipal utilities.
The conference is a must-attend for public power in-house and general counsel, outside counsel, regulatory affairs specialists, compliance officers, senior and mid-level utility managers, and elected and appointed officials who oversee utility policy.
Who Should Attend
- In-house and general counsel
- Outside counsel
- Regulatory affairs specialists
- Compliance officers
- Senior and mid-level utility managers
- Elected and appointed officials who oversee utility policy
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Program
Agenda at a Glance
Sunday, October 15 |
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8:30 am - 5 pm |
Preconference SeminarsAll seminars require an additional fee. |
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8:30 am - Noon
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Facilitating Order to Create Productive Utility Board Meetings
Who should attend |
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1:30 - 5 pm
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Creating Proactive Pole Attachment and Conduit Access Policies
Jim Baller and Sean A. Stokes, Partners, Keller & Heckman, LLC |
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5 - 6:30 pm |
Welcome Reception Visit with colleagues and learn about the products and services conference sponsors offer. |
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Monday, October 16 |
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7:30 - 8:30 am |
Networking Breakfasts
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8:30 - 9:30 am |
Opening General Session (no CLES provided)
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9:30 - 9:45 am |
Break |
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9:45 - 10:45 am |
Concurrent Sessions
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10:45 - 11 am |
Break |
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11a m - Noon |
General Session Winning in the Court of Public Opinion Bruce Hennes, Chief Executive Officer, Hennes Communications |
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Noon - 1:30 pm |
Lunch on your own |
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1:30 - 2:30 pm |
Concurrent Sessions
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2:30 - 2:45 pm |
Break |
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2:45 - 3:45 pm |
Concurrent Sessions
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3:45 - 4 pm |
Break |
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4 - 5 pm |
Concurrent Sessions
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Tuesday, October 17 |
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7:30 - 8:30 am |
Networking Breakfasts
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8:45 - 10:15 am |
General Session
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10:15 - 10:45 am |
Break |
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10:45 am - Noon |
General Session
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Noon - 1:30 pm |
Lunch on your own |
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1:30 - 2:30 pm |
Concurrent Sessions
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2:30 - 2:45 pm |
Break |
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2:45 - 3:45 pm |
Concurrent Sessions
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3:45 - 4 pm |
Break |
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4 - 5 pm |
Ethics SessionDear Ethics Lawyer, from Public Power |
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5 - 6:30 pm |
Reception |
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Wednesday, October 18 |
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7:30 - 8:30 am |
Networking Breakfast |
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8:30 - 9:30 am |
General Session Is Chevron Dead? |
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9:30 - 9:45 am |
Break |
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9:45 - 10:45 am |
Ethics Session Recent RPC Amendments and Common Ethical Dilemmas |
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10:45 am |
Conference Adjourns |
Registration
Registration Fees
REGISTER FOR THE LEGAL & REGULATORY CONFERENCE
2023 Conference Registration Fees
Members | Nonmembers | |||
Register by Sept. 15 |
After Sept. 15 |
Register by Sept. 15 | After Sept. 15 |
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Legal & Regulatory Conference |
$975 | $1,075 | $1,950 | $2,050 |
Preconference Seminars (each) | $375 | $475 | $750 | $850 |
For those who are not APPA members, but who currently represent any APPA members (public power utilities, joint action agencies, or state/regional associations), you may also receive the member rate. Contact [email protected] to request a code so you can register online and receive the member registration rate on your conference registration. Be sure to mention which public power utilities, agencies or associations you represent in your email. Members of the American Public Power Association automatically receive the member rate when registering and do not need a code to receive the member rate.
Not yet an American Public Power Association member? Join today and save $975 on your conference registration. Contact [email protected] to learn more.
Group Discounts
Save money on each registration for the Legal & Regulatory Conference when your organization registers five or more people. The larger your group, the more you save!
Number of registrants | Discount (per person) |
Member Registration Fee (per person, before Sept. 15) |
1-4 | n/a | $975 |
5-10 | $50 | $925 |
11-15 | $100 | $875 |
16+ | $150 | $825 |
25+ | $200 | $775 |
Your group discount will be automatically applied when you register a group of 5 or more people. Registrations must be submitted on the same order (at the same time) to qualify for the group discount; discounts cannot be retroactively applied to previous orders.
Cancellation, Refund, and Substitution Policy
Registrants who cancel in writing on or before Monday, October 9, 2023 are entitled to a refund of their registration fee, minus a $50 cancellation fee. Registrants who cancel after October 9, 2023 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for the 2023 APPA Legal & Regulatory Conference and preconference seminars only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel on or before October 9 are responsible for the full registration fee and are not entitled to a refund of their registration fee.
Cancellation requests must be made through your my.publicpower portal, or addressed to: [email protected].
Code of Conduct
Attendees of American Public Power Association meetings agree to abide by the APPA Code of Conduct. If attendees engage in unacceptable behavior as outlined in the Code of Conduct, APPA may take any action it deems appropriate, including, but not limited to, expulsion from the current and future meetings with no warning or refund.
Contact Us
Hotel
Conference Location & Hotel
The 2023 Legal & Regulatory Conference will be held at the Renaissance Seattle Hotel in Seattle, Washington.
Renaissance Seattle Hotel
515 Madison St.
Seattle, WA 98104
Come join us this year in the heart of downtown Seattle to discover the gem of the Pacific Northwest’s “Emerald City” at the Renaissance Seattle Hotel. Taking a cue from the iconic architecture of the Seattle Central Library, you’ll find a sophisticated literary theme throughout the hotel. Conveniently located near Pike Place Market, The Gum Wall, sports facilities and upscale shopping and dining opportunities. The hotel’s great location eliminates travel stress with easy access to the major freeways and Sea-Tac International Airport. We look forward to your arrival at this year’s Legal & Regulatory Conference.
Reservations
- Main Telephone: 1 (206) 583-0300
- Group Rate: $239 (Single/Double) per night (plus 15.7% tax + $2 City Assessment Fee);
- Please note: Upon early departure, an Early Departure Charge of one night's room and applicable tax applies.
- Reservation Cut-off Date: September 22, 2023
- Reservation Telephone: 1 (888) 236-2427
- Online Reservation Link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1668037923217&key=GRP&app=resvlink
Logistics
- Check in: 3 pm Check out: 12 pm
- Parking: Self-Parking: $50 a night, per vehicle/Valet Parking: $63 a night, per vehicle
- Internet access: Complimentary standard wireless internet
Scam AlertPlease do NOT make hotel reservations through any third party that may contact you by phone or email. Use only the online reservation links, phone numbers, and discount codes available directly from APPA —in conference brochures and the website at www.PublicPower.org. |
Cancellation Policy
The cut-off date to receive the APPA group rate (plus tax) is Friday, September 22, 2023. If rooms remain in the block after the cut-off date, the group rate will be honored. If not, you may be charged a higher rate. The room block may sell out before September 22 so early reservations are encouraged. For individual reservations, please call 1 (888) 236-2427 or make your reservation online at 2023 Legal & Regulatory Conference. The Renaissance Seattle Hotel should receive all reservations no later than September 22.
Cancelled reservations that are not resold may become a financial liability for APPA, so please make your reservations thoughtfully. If you require additional assistance with housing, please contact Meeting Services at [email protected].
Dress Code
The attire for the conference is business casual. Meeting room temperatures vary, so prepare to dress for cool conditions. Whenever possible, networking events will be held outdoors.
Questions and Assistance
For questions or assistance making your hotel arrangements, contact [email protected].
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Where and when is the next Legal & Regulatory Conference?
The 2024 Legal & Regulatory Conference will take place October 20-23 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Can I earn educational credits for attending this conference?
Yes, you can earn the following kinds of educational credits for participating in sessions (unless designated otherwise) during the conference:
Continuing Legal Education (CLEs)
APPA will apply for Continuing Legal Education accreditation in the following mandatory CLE states: Alabama, Alaska*, Arkansas, California*, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine*, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana*, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey*, New Mexico, New York*, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
States denoted by an asterisk (*) will accept CLE credit hours for courses or activities held in and approved by other MCLE jurisdictions. APPA may not explicitly apply for CLE accreditation in these states if they have reciprocity with the state in which the meeting is being held.
The number of CLE credits varies by state and is decided by each state CLE authority. APPA will provide any necessary documentation to receive CLE credit in these states.
Additional Educational Credits
Participants are also eligible to earn the following educational credits:
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs) from the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)
- Professional Development Hours (PDHs) as established by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
- Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credits from the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)
To receive CLE and/or additional educational credits for your participation in conference sessions, participants must complete the conference evaluation after the event
If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or 202/467-2976.
Are meals included?
The following food functions/meals are included in the registration fee:
- Sunday - Welcome Reception
- Monday - Continental Breakfast
- Tuesday - Continental Breakfast; Reception
- Wednesday – Continental Breakfast
What is the conference dress code?
The attire for the conference is business casual. Meeting room temperatures vary, so prepare to dress for cool conditions.
How can I present at the conference?
We welcome your topic and speaker ideas for future conferences and events. To submit your idea for consideration, complete this form. Conference topics are generally determined 6-8 months before the event is held. Ideas will be kept on file for a full year, so if the agenda for the conference has already been determined, your ideas will be considered for the next year’s event, or in case any space opens up in the current year’s program. You will be contacted only if your idea is selected for an upcoming conference.
What is the APPA Code of Conduct for meeting attendees?
Attendees of American Public Power Association meetings agree to abide by the APPA Code of Conduct. If attendees engage in unacceptable behavior as outlined in the Code of Conduct, the Association may take any action it deems appropriate, including but not limited to, expulsion from the current and future meetings, with no warning or refund.
More questions?
Contact [email protected]