Policy Summit Preview: Local Ordinances. Statewide Impact.

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Business investment doesn't stop at city limits and county lines.
 
A decision made in one community can influence workforce availability, energy development, housing, infrastructure, tax revenue, and North Dakota's competitiveness for years to come. As communities navigate growth and changing fiscal realities, the conversation around local ordinances has never been more important.
 
That's why this discussion is part of GNDC’s Policy Summit on September 22, North Dakota's premier gathering for business leaders and policymakers.
 
PANELISTS

• Moderator: Sen. Dale Patten, Chair, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee
• Jay Hesse, Senior Director of Project Development, Geronimo Power
• Brady Janzen, Partner, Riverview, LLP
• Howdy Lawlar, McKenzie County Commissioner 

The conversation will examine how local ordinances affect development decisions, infrastructure projects, agriculture, energy, and other industries that drive North Dakota's economy. Panelists will also discuss the growing influence of public perception in local decision-making and the importance of ensuring conversations are grounded in facts.
 
As property tax policy evolves and local governments face new revenue considerations, these decisions will only become more consequential. Understanding how local leadership, public engagement, and statewide priorities work together is essential for anyone invested in North Dakota's future.  
DETAILS
DATE: September 22 
LOCATION: Bismarck Event Center, Hybrid
TIME: 8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Full agenda coming soon.
 
For 15 years, the GNDC Policy Summit has been the state's leading gathering for business leaders, policymakers, and community decision-makers. More than 300 business executives and over 50 elected officials attended last year's event to engage in meaningful conversations about the policies shaping North Dakota's future.

Register to reserve your spot.