2025 Spring

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2025 AHMO Spring Conference

Early Registration Ends March 28


Registration is now open for the AHMO 2025 Spring Conference! This event is designed for municipal officials dedicated to improving their communities and strengthening municipalities across Texas. This year’s theme, “Collaborating for Progress: Empowering Municipalities, Enhancing Communities,” sets the stage for insightful discussions and meaningful connections. Join us at the Omni Corpus Christi Hotel, 900 N Shoreline Blvd, in beautiful Corpus Christi as we bring together leaders from across Texas to share strategies, build partnerships, and inspire impactful change for a brighter future.

Date

April 13-15, 2025

Location

Omni Corpus Christi Hotel
900 N Shoreline Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Registration

*Early Registration Ends March 28

*By March 28*After March 28
Member$150$200
Nonmember$200$250
Cancellation and Substitution Policy: If you are registered and cannot attend, we encourage you to send a substitute. If you cannot send a substitute, a $40 cancellation fee will be assessed if written cancellation is received by March 28. No refunds will be issued after February 28.

Hotel Accommodations

We reserved a room block with the Omni for a $145 per night for the nights of 04/13/25 and 04/14/25. The deadline to reserve a room is Thursday, March 13.

Presentations (PDFs)

Presentations will be posted here as provided.


Sunday, April 13

Agenda items and times are subject to change

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Early Registration and Welcome Reception

Kick off the conference in style! Join us for early registration and a relaxed welcome reception at Bar Under the Sun, 702 N Chaparral St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401—just a short walk from the Omni Corpus Christi.


Monday, April 14

Agenda items and times are subject to change

8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

Registration and Breakfast

Breakfast will include coffee, juice, and light breakfast.

9:00 – 9:15 a.m.

Opening Remarks

TML President Elect and AHMO President, Marissa Ximenez

9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

From Idea to Impact: The Power of Business Incubators

Moderated by Been Reed, Executive Director, Kenedy Economic Development Corp.

Panelists: Arturo Marquez, Economic Development Director, City of Corpus Christi; Cesar Hernandez, Director, Mile One International Business; Laura Leal Estrada, LiftFund/Score

10:30 – 10:45 a.m.

Break

10:45 a.m. – Noon

Keynote: Demographic Trends and Characteristics in Texas

A presentation on the social and economic population trends in Texas and their effects on services, infrastructure, and natural resources.

Dr. Monica Cruz, State Data Center Lead, Texas Demographic Center

Noon – 1:30 p.m.

Lunch

1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Driving Change: Public Health Advocacy at the Local Level

Roland Barrera, Councilmember, and Dante Gonzalez, Interim Public Health Director, City of Corpus Christi


Tuesday, April 15

Agenda items and times are subject to change

9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Counting Every Vote: Understanding the Recount Process in City Elections

Rebecca Huerta, City Secretary, Stephanie Box, Assistant City Secretary, and Reba George, Assistant Director of Support Services, City of Corpus Christi

10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Why Can’t We All Just Get Along

Learn how to enhance team functionality, boost success, and deepen mutual understanding. This session will also explore diverse communication styles based on personality profiles, highlighting their impact on interpersonal dynamics and conflict resolution.

Klip Weaver, President, E3

11:00 a.m.

Closing Remarks

TML President Elect and AHMO President, Marissa Ximenez