Breakout Sessions Part 1
From social media comments to public records and employee speech, communicating on behalf of county government can raise tricky legal and practical questions. Bring your questions for an interactive discussion about what county officials can—and can't—say.
- Brenna Angel, Director of Communications, KACo
- Rich Ornstein, Staff Attorney, KACo
Artificial intelligence offers both opportunities and risks for counties. Learn more about how counties are taking a practical approach to AI policies that protect county information, guide employee use and encourage responsible innovation.
- Sydney Blodgett, Director of Member Engagement, KACo
- Liz Rodgers, Fayette County Chief Information Officer
Local actions surrounding data centers are among the most significant decisions facing county officials. This session will provide an overview of what data centers are, an update on the current data center landscape in Kentucky, and the role county leaders play in the siting process.
- Brian Howard, Executive Director, Owensboro Metropolitan Planning Commission
- Brian Davis, Director, Louisville Metro Office of Planning