In 2001, the League developed the CMO program in an effort to address a nationwide movement dedicated to developing efficient and effective community leaders by providing meaningful information on topics that will expand the elected official's knowledge and capabilities.
There are three levels of certification officials can obtain through the CMO program: Basic, Advanced and Professional Development.
Certified Municipal Officials Program
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UPCOMING CMO OPPORTUNITIES:
06/12/2026
2026 Downtown Destination - Baton Rouge
MML members will receive 3 CMO elective credits for attending.
September 9 - 11, 2026
The annual Destination Downtown Conference is a dynamic regional gathering that brings together community leaders, preservationists, and economic development professionals. Hosted in partnership by Louisiana Main Street, Main Street Arkansas, Mississippi Main Street Association, and Main Street Alabama, the conference celebrates the power of historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts as drivers of local vitality and identity. Attendees engage in inspiring sessions focused on revitalization strategies, placemaking, small business support, and sustainable growth.
06/10/2026
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE 2026 MML/PDDs REGIONAL LEGISLATIVE PLANNING MEETINGS
MML members will receive 3 CMO elective credits for attending any one of the 2026 Regional Legislative Planning Meetings. 1 additional CMO elective credit will be given if the MML member brings his/her legislator to the meeting.
04/13/2026
Join the MS Heritage Trust in Brookhaven for the 2026 Listen Up! Historic Preservation Conference and Heritage Awards!
MML members will receive 2 CMO elective credits for attending.
The Art of Preservation
Preservationists and artists have long been allies in the fight to save historic places. From rescuing old theaters to once again host plays, dance recitals and symphonies, repurposing old commercial storefronts and dilapidated barns to become studios and turning abandoned schools into museum galleries, preservation advocates understand that historic buildings are the perfect frame for creativity, purpose and community pride.
Conference highlights include a tour of beautiful downtown Brookhaven led by John Lynch and Dr. Kim Sessums and the 2026 America 250 Heritage Awards.
Click here for information on the Heritage Award nomination process!
12/14/2020
MML ON-DEMAND WEBINARS
These webinars have been recorded and are available on-demand for those that might have missed the registration deadlines.
To register for any of the following webinars, please complete the attached registration form and return to the MML office to receive the appropriate access links.
