CITY MANAGER' S REPORT
MARCH 9, 2026 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
ITEM:
ITEM 4. 6
APPROVE OUT OF STATE TRAVEL FOR THE MAYOR TO
ATTEND THE 2026 AFRICAN AMERICAN MAYORS'
ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution Authorizing Out of State Travel for Mayor Akinjo to Attend the 2026 African American
Mayors Association Annual Conference in
Washington, DC, April 9 - 10, 2026
SUMMARY:
The African American Mayors Association ( AAMA) is a national organization representing African American Mayors throughout the states. The AAMA provides a variety of resources to assist local leaders in advancing their communities. The AAMA is also known to take positions on public policies that impact the vitality and sustainability of cities; providing elected leaders with leadership and management tools; and creating a forum for member mayors to share best practices related to municipal management.
The conference offers various innovation sessions designed for connection, creativity, and forward - thinking solutions. Presentations are intended to highlight how technology can be leveraged as a practical resource for municipalities to create immediate, real - world impact in city operations and community interactions.
Attendees will have a chance to share proven strategies, explore innovative ideas and build powerful connections that highlight the transformative role of municipal leadership and collaboration in shaping the future of their cities.
City Council approval is requested for out-f- sate travel for Mayor Akinjo to attend the 2026 African American Mayors Association Annual Conference, in Washington, DC, from April 9, 2026, to April 10, 2026. This includes travel the day before and after the conference. The estimated cost is approximately $ 5,00, which includes actuals and estimates for the conference registration and hotel ( total of $ 2, 345), airfare, airport parking, transportation, meals ( not provided by the conference), and minor incidentals. The current City Council training and travel budget for FY 2025-6 has sufficient funds to cover this travel request.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are sufficient funds in the adopted FY 25-6 City Council training and travel budget to cover the cost of the conference, estimated at $ 5,00.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Resolution Approving Out of State Travel to the 2026 AAMA Annual Conference, in Washington, DC, from April 9, 2026, to April 10, 2026.
B. 2026 AAMA Annual Conference Registration Information.
CITY MANAGER' S REPORT PAGE 2
MARCH 9, 2026 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
2026 AFRICAN AMERICAN MAYORS ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE APPROVALS:
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sa Vargas
Government Servic r' Director
City Clerk
Date
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Salvador Navarrete Date
City Attorney
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Stephen J. Salvatore Date
City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 26-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LATHROP
AUTHORIZING OUT OF STATE TRAVEL FOR MAYOR AKINJO TO ATTEND THE 2026 AFRICAN AMERICAN MAYORS' ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON, DC, APRIL 9 - 10, 2026
WHEREAS, the 2026 African American Mayors Association is a national organization representing African American Mayors throughout the states. It provides a variety of resources to assist local leaders in advancing their communities; and WHEREAS, the U. S Conference offers various innovative sessions designed for connection, creativity, and forward -thinking solutions. Presentations are intended to highlight how technology can be leveraged as a practical resource for municipalities to create immediate, real - world impact in city operations and community interactions; and
WHEREAS, out of state travel approval is required for the Mayor to attend the 2026 African American Mayors Association Annual Conference to be held in Washington, DC from April 9, 2026 through April 10, 2026; and WHEREAS, the estimated cost is approximately $ 5,00, which includes travel the day before and after the conference, registration, hotel, airfare, airport parking, transportation, mileage, meals not included in the conference, and any other minor incidentals; and
WHEREAS, the City Council training and travel budget for FY 25-6 has sufficient funds to cover the cost of the proposed travel.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lathrop authorize the out of state travel for Mayor Akinjo to attend the 2026 African American Mayors Association Annual Conference to be held in Washington, DC from April 9, 2026 through April 10, 2026.
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 9th day of March 2026, by the following vote of the City Council, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Paul Akinjo, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Teresa Vargas, City Clerk Salvador Navarrete, City Attorney ATTACHMENT" A "
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Hello Paul Akinjo,
You' reinvited to attend
2026 African American Mayors Association Annual Conference! Thursday, April 9, 2026 - Friday, April 10, 2026
Ronald Reagan Building International Trade Center
Registration Now Open for the 2026 AAMA Annual Conference in Washington, DC! We' r thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 AAMA Annual Conference, taking place April 9- 10 in Washington, DC!
This year' sconference offers a fresh, reimagined experience designed to bring together mayors, public sector leaders, and key decision -makers. Attendees will have the chance to share proven strategies, explore innovative ideas, and build powerful connections that highlight the transformative role of municipal leadership and collaboration in shaping the future of our cities.
We Zook forward to welcoming you to Washington, DC!
If you have any questions, please don' thesitate to reach out.
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Paul Akinjo,
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Registration Summary
Paul Akinjo
Event Registration
Questions
Dietary Restrictions
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Sessions
April 9, 2026
11: OOAM- 12: OOPM
2: 00 PM - 3: 00 PM
3: 15 PM - 5: 30 PM
7: 00 PM - 9: 00 PM
April 10, 2026
8: 00 AM - 9: 00 AM
11: 00 AM - 1: 00 PM
2: 00 PM - 2: 45 PM
3: 50 PM - 5: 00 PM
See you at the event!
Transportation, Infrastructure, and Resiliency
Annual Meeting ( AII Mayors Attend)
Closed Session ( Mayors Only)
Welcome Reception
Continental Breakfast
Federal Agency Office Hours
Innovation Center Expo & Mini Plenary Sessions
Mayors Only Session
Sincerely,
Kimberlin Love
African American Mayors Association
conference@ourmayors. org
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