About this Event
Regional Day 2025, hosted by Central Pines Regional Council (CPRC) will provide valuable knowledge and insights to help you thrive in your role as an elected official and/or CPRC board member, deepen your understanding of our region, and network and build relationships with neighboring colleagues and critical partner organizations.
Presentations and panel discussions will cover the historical context and data showcasing our region's growth and the value of partnerships between communities. Attendees will explore the vision for our region and the implications of regional growth. By the end of the event, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of our region's structure and function, and how their individual community fits into the larger network.
Tentative Schedule
9:00 - 10:00 am - Registration & Breakfast
10:00 - 11:00 am - Partner Exhibit Hall Opens
Partner Booths Including:
- Durham-Chapel Hill-Carrboro Metropolitan Planning Organization
- NC State Institute for Emerging Issues
- NC League of Municipalities
- NC Rural Center
- Civic Federal Credit Union
- Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization
- Central Pines Rural Planning Organization
11:00 - 11:30 am - Opening Remarks: Our Region by the Numbers
11:30 am - 12:00 pm - Elected Official Panel Discussion
- Council Member Stormie Forte (City of Raleigh)
- Councilmember Jeff Morgan (Village of Pinehurst)
- Mayor Rebecca Wyhof Salmon (City of Sanford)
12:00 - 12:30 pm - Networking Lunch
12:30 - 1:30 pm - Breakout Sessions
1:30 - 2:00 pm - Q&A
Who Should Attend
This event is geared toward new elected officials, but it is open to any elected official or city/county manager that would like a refresher on our region's history and opportunities for collaboration.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, February 21
- Time: 9:30 am - 2:00 pm
- Location: Central Pines Regional Council, Durham
FREE to attend, lunch provided
Registration Required by: February 10
Supplemental materials and resources will be made available as follow-up support.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Central Pines Regional Council (TJCOG), Emperor Boulevard, Durham, NC, USA, United States
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