March 15 - 17, 2026
Hilton Harrisburg | Dauphin County, PA
Known as “CCAP’s Legislative Conference,” the Spring Conference invites members to Harrisburg to participate in programming of educational and professional value.
While in the capital city, members are encouraged to contact their legislators directly and to go to The Hill to represent their county and CCAP.
While this conference does not host a trade show, we welcome vendors who want to connect, sponsor, and make an impact.
CONFERENCE PROGRAMMING
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(as of 1.15.26)
All attendees of the CCAP Spring Conference will receive access to the CCAP Events Mobile App that will serve as a one-stop resource for Conference information while on-site, including schedule and program information, a speaker directory, attendee list, and sponsor info.
Two ways for Academy Participants to earn Academy credits at the Spring Conference!
- Attend one session during each breakout time slot on Monday and Tuesday to earn 1.0 credit for a possible total of 3.0 elective credits. (See conference agenda for details.)
- Sunday Afternoon ACADEMY WORKSHOP
- March 15, from 3 - 4:30 p.m.
- Fulfills a core course "Personal Development" in the Academy curriculum
- OPEN TO ANYONE - Academy and non-Academy participants.
- FREE for current Academy participants
- $30 for any non-Academy participant
To secure your Academy elective credits on your transcript, complete this Verification of Attendance (coming soon!) by no later than FRIDAY, APRIL 3. For inquires or assistance, contact Lori Lawyer.
CCAP Friend of County Government
NOW BEING AWARDED AT THE CCAP SPRING CONFERENCE!
Throughout each year, the County Commissioner's Association of Pennsylvania (CCAP) recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to county government. Nominations may be submitted from any CCAP member, associate member, county or district.
The CCAP Awards Committee reviews the nominations and selects the award recipients. Awards for which no nominations are received may still be awarded by nomination of the CCAP Board of Directors or the CCAP Awards Committee. Award recipients will receive an engraved plaque.
This award shall be presented to not more than three (3) elected or appointed state or federal officials at the CCAP Spring Conference.
Individuals selected for this recognition will have:
- Demonstrated a continued commitment to the improvement of county government.
- Assisted CCAP members with legislative or regulatory matters.
- Shown continued commitment to the Association and its goals and positions.
- Maintained the highest professional standards in working with county governments.
Please join us at the Legislative Reception on
Monday, March 16, 4:30 p.m.
to recognize and honor this year's recipients!
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Registration Deadline: Monday, March 2
Registrations after March 2 will incur a $50 late fee.
ELECTED OFFICIALS WORKSHOP
Saturday, March 14, 1 - 4 p.m.
Are you a newly elected official? REGISTER HERE
CANCELLATION POLICY
All cancellations must be emailed to Registrar, Jeannette Hunter by Monday, March 2 to qualify for a refund. No telephone cancellations will be accepted. A $50 administrative fee will be deducted from each refund requested by March 2; cancellations received after March 2 are non-refundable.
Registrations are transferable to another individual but must be emailed to Jeannette Hunter by March 2.
Registered no-shows will be billed. Regardless of initial method of payment, all refunds are issued via a CCAP check within 30 days of cancellation.
Please understand that we must adhere to the deadlines and policies below in order to ensure accurate registration and hotel planning. Advance payment of all fees is required prior to the Conference. No badges will be issued until payment in full is received.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Hilton Harrisburg
One N 2nd St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
- Room Rate: $155.00 per night plus 11% tax
- Available:
Sat 3/14SOLD OUT!, Sun 3/15, Mon 3/16
- Deadline: Friday, February 20, 11:59 p.m. or until the room block is sold out, whichever comes first.
Availability, as well as the Conference rate, cannot be guaranteed for reservations received after February 20.
Or book by phone by calling 717-233-6000 and mention "CCAP Spring Conference”.
OVERFLOW HOTEL ROOM BLOCKS
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg Hershey
23 S 2nd St, Harrisburg, PA 17101
- Room Rate: $139.00 per night plus 11% tax
- Available: Sat 3/14, Sun 3/15, Mon 3/16
- Deadline: Friday, February 27, 11:59 p.m. or until the room block is sold out, whichever comes first.
Penn Harris Hotel Harrisburg
1150 Camp Hill Byp, Camp Hill, PA 17011
- Room Rate: $110.00 per night plus 11% tax
- Available: Sat 3/14, Sun 3/15, Mon 3/16
- Deadline: Friday, February 27, 11:59 p.m. or until the room block is sold out, whichever comes first.
CONFERENCE VENDOR & SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES
The Spring Conference does not accommodate a trade show and booth space is not available, but Vendors and Sponsors are invited and encouraged to register to gain access to educational sessions, meals, breaks and other conference events.
Attendance at the Spring Conference for Associate and Non-Associate Members is 1 p.m. Sunday through 11:30 a.m. Tuesday.
Guidelines for Vendor Attendance at Committee, Policy and District Meetings
Interested in hosting a social event? Please view Guidelines for Hospitality Suites and Social Events
The deadline to submit a Conference Sponsorship Contract: Friday, February 27
After February 27, please contact Patty Stroble to confirm availability of benefits.
Thank you for your support!
