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		NLC 2005 Congressional Cities Conference Washington DC Mayor Anthony Williams, President of NLC, stressed the importance of lobbying for national government support of block grants and other program. He also laid out the organization’s 2005 agenda, calling for expansion of NLC resources and use of technology to create a national cities network that provides a comprehensive knowledge base on issues that affect our cities and our communities. In closing, President Williams urged members “to take destiny in our own hands and meet the challenge before us in the future”.

		The American Dream Campaign The National League of Cities - The American Dream Campaign LIVE WEBCAST from Washington, DC, an internet discussion about the dream of home ownership, the social barometer of prosperity and financial security for most Americans. • Perspectives on the American Dream: Issue #1 - About the American Dream • Perspectives on the American Dream: Issue #2 - Affordable Housing/Homeownership • Perspectives on the American Dream: Issue #3 - Education • Perspectives on the American Dream: Issue #4 - Financial Security/Good Job

		MetLife Foundation City Schools Youth Planning Initiative Leadership Academy NLC's work to promote the development of youth master plans by America's cities and towns, including the Leadership Academy held on June 12-14, 2005, in Baltimore, Maryland, has been made possible by the generous support of MetLife Foundation.

		Congress of Cities and Exposition, Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana As cities race towards the future, what will it take to stay competitive, to deliver fast-paced services and solutions to your cities? The Congress of Cities and Exposition offered city officials and staff multiple learning opportunities to keep pace with a changing America . The Congress of Cities (CoC) provided opportunities to share common challenges, new ideas and tried and true strategies for cities through networking with peers. Cutting edge workshops and the exhibit hall offered new solutions from vendors, as well as successful programs implemented by cities and towns across the country on display at the City showcase. In addition to general sessions, workshops and business meetings the numerous presentations include: • Mayor Williams of Washington DC speaking about his vision/National City Network including 4 minute video at end • Strengthening our Neighborhoods through Homeownership • Information Sharing and Collaboration: Homeland Security Perspective