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.
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UPCOMING CMO OPPORTUNITIES:
08/19/2026
CMO Opportunity: Data Center Information Convening
September 15 - 16, 2026
Westin Hotel
Jackson, MS
2 CMO Elective Credits
Registration fees are as follows:
$159.00, if postmarked/received prior to September 10, 2026.
$185.00, if postmarked/received after September 10, 2026
Conference registrations is limited to 300 attendees. Register now to reserve your seat.
The Mississippi Association of Supervisors Minority Caucus invites you to this convening where they aim to provide factual information to elected officials related to data center development.
Tentative agenda attached.
07/28/2026
2026 Fall CMO Night Class
In conjunction with the MS State University Extension Service Center for Government & Community Development, MML is excited to announce the upcoming CMO opportunity that will be traveling to a location near you this fall!
The class, "R-STEP: Issues in Planning and Zoning”, will be held at night and will include dinner, allowing an alternative time frame to receive CMO credits for those who have day-time duties that prohibit them from attending some of our other CMO opportunities that are usually held primarily during the day.
MML members will receive three CMO elective credits for attending any one of these classes.
Please see the attached registration form for details including registration deadlines, fees, and locations where the class will be offered.
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.
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.
