The 86th Annual TML Conference and Expo will be held July 9-12, 2026 at the MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center in Kingsport, Tenn.
Please note: All registrations will be made through our new platform, Engagifii. It is best to register on a desktop or laptop computer. Functionality is limited on a mobile device.
If this is your first time logging in, please sign in using your municipal email address and proceed to reset your password. If you are unable to access your account using this method, you may create a new profile.
If you have any questions about using Engagifii, contact Kelly or Corinne.
Please note this agenda is tentative. Times and additional details will be added once they are finalized.
Thursday, July 9
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration Open
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. MTAS Elected Officials Academy
4 - 8 p.m. Race You to Conference* - Drive the World's Fastest Half Mile and enjoy dinner at the Bristol Motor Speedway
*Requires separate registration. Track laps will have a separate fee for those who drive but dinner is included with conference registration.
Friday, July 10
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Registration Open
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. MTAS Elected Officials Academy
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Excursions through Visit Kingsport
11 a.m. - Noon CMFO Training Workshop
Noon - 1 p.m. Lunch on your own for Attendees
Noon - 1 p.m. MTAS Advisory Board Luncheon
1 - 4:30 p.m. Expo Setup
1 - 2 p.m. TMBF Meeting
1 - 2:30 p.m. TML Policy Meeting
3 - 4 p.m. TML District Meetings
4 - 4:30 p.m. TML Board Meeting
5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Host City Reception & Downtown Concert
Saturday, July 11
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Registration Open
7:30 - 9 a.m. Expo Setup
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Expo is Open (closed during General Session)
7:30 a.m. Golf Tournament*
7:30 - 9:30 a.m. BEMO Breakfast*
9 - 10 a.m. Workshops for Attendees, Utility Board Training
10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Workshops for Attendees, Utility Board Training
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. WIMG Luncheon*
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch in Expo for Attendees
12:45 - 2 p.m. General Session 1
2:15 - 3:15 p.m. Workshops for Attendees, Utility Board Training
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Workshops for Attendees
5 p.m. Explore the Region - Dinner on your own & Axman Baseball Game*
*Requires separate registration and/or will have separate fees for participants.
Sunday, July 12
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Registration Open
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Expo is Open (closed during General Session)
9 - 10 a.m. Workshops for Attendees
10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Workshops for Attendees
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch in Expo for Attendees
12:45 - 2 p.m. General Session 2
2:15 - 3:15 p.m. Workshops for Attendees, CMFO Training
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Workshops for Attendees
6:30 p.m. Public Entity Partners Reception
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Early Bird Registration Pricing (rates increase June 1)
TML Member Full Conference $475
Non-Member Full Conference $675
First Time Attendee from a Small City (population 5,000 or less) $300
Affiliate Full Conference $300
State or Federal Government Agency or Non-Profit Organization $550
Spouse Full Conference $200
1-Day Ticket $300
These events require separate registration. Please click the hotlinks below to register.
Register Now for Race You to Conference*
Kick off your conference experience at Race You to Conference, a special event on July 9 at Bristol Motor Speedway.
Attendees who select the Drive the Track Pass will have the opportunity to take their own vehicle onto the track from 4 to 6 PM and complete five laps around the fastest half-mile in the world. You can drive solo or invite friends to ride along.
Dinner at the Speedway will follow from 6 to 8 p.m., offering time to connect with fellow attendees while enjoying great food and drinks overlooking this iconic track.
For those who don't intend to drive laps, transportation will be offered to and from MeadowView.
Register Now for the Golf Tournament*
The Conference Golf Tournament on July 11 brings municipal leaders together in support of Tennessee communities.
Set against the backdrop of a premier course, this event blends connection, friendly competition, and a shared commitment to making a difference.
Proceeds benefit the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee, supporting meaningful work across the region.
*Sponsorship opportunities are included with registration options.
Register Now for the Black Elected Municipal Officials Breakfast
The Black Elected Municipal Officials (BEMO) Breakfast will be hosted by the leaders of BEMO on July 11 from 7:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. in the MeadowView Ballroom.
Register Now for the Women in Municipal Government Luncheon
The Women in Municipal Government (WIMG) Luncheon will be hosted by the leaders of WIMG on July 11 from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in the MeadowView Ballroom.
Register Now as a Vendor or Exhibitor
Exhibitor setup will be available on July 10 from 1 until 4:30 p.m. and July 11 from 7:30 until 9 a.m., ensuring ample time to prepare for attendee engagement.
Booth options are available to fit your organization’s needs:
- 10x10 Single Standard Booth: $1,100
- 10x10 Single Corner Booth: $1,300
- 10x20 Double Standard Booth: $1,900
- 10x20 Double Corner Booth: $2,300
- Triple Booth: $2,500
An additional $200 fee will be applied to registrations beginning Thursday, June 11, 2026.
To assist with planning, please note that cancellations must be received by May 31, 2026 to qualify for a refund. No refunds will be issued after this date.
If you have questions regarding booth selection, please email Debbie Kluth or call (615) 425-3908.
Note: If it is your first time to log into Engagifii, you will need to create a profile. Expo vendor and exhibitor registration is available under Events / All Events.
The hotel room block at MeadowView has filled. You can contact MeadowView to see if rooms are available at standard rate.
TML has secured discounted room rates at nearby hotels. Booking information will be included in your registration confirmation email.
If you registered for the conference May 15-18 and did NOT receive hotel booking information, please contact Sylvia Harris for links.
