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Executive Committee outlines travel guidance, NLC plans and options to ease up-front costs

Executive Committee · August 14, 2024
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Summary

Council staff reported 16 members registered for the National League of Cities conference and flagged a $100 optional Centennial event; members raised concerns about fronting flight costs and staff said case-by-case exceptions and booking options (including TravelPark) will be explored.

Council staff told the Executive Committee on Aug. 13 that 16 council members have registered so far for the National League of Cities conference and that a customary closing event had been moved, with a Centennial experience offered for an additional $100.

Members pressed staff on travel logistics, saying that the common practice—purchase first, reimburse later—creates an up-front financial burden for some. One member said purchasing flights in advance…

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