The 34th annual CivicWell Policymakers Conference will be held March 12-15, 2026 in Yosemite National Park.
Since 1991, the CivicWell Policymakers Conference has gathered local elected officials from across California in an inspiring and collaborative environment.
This intimate gathering brings together over 100 mayors, city council members, and county supervisors in the majestic setting of Yosemite National Park. The event is designed to support local elected officials with tools and partnership opportunities to implement innovative solutions locally.
From climate resilience and sustainable water management to clean energy and social equity, the conference explores sustainable and practical tools to address the complex issues we face.
About
2026 Theme Coming Soon
Agenda
The conference will take place from Thursday evening, March 12th to Saturday evening, March 14th. All conference sessions will be held in the Yosemite Valley Lodge.
The below agenda is tentative and subject to change at any time. More speakers will be added as they are confirmed.
Thursday, March 12
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Registration
6:30 – 7:30 pm
Welcome Reception
7:30 – 8:00 pm
Opening Remarks
8:00 – 9:00 pm
Panel
Friday, March 13
8:30 – 9:30 am
Breakfast
9:30 – 11:00 am
Panel
11:00 – 11:15 am
Coffee Break
11:15 am – 12:30 pm
Panel
12:30 – 1:30 pm
Lunch / Networking
1:30 – 7:00 pm
Break
Participants free for dinner on their own
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Evening Program
Saturday, March 14
8:00 – 9:00 am
Breakfast
9:00 – 10:15 am
Panel
10:15 – 10:45
Coffee Break
10:45 am – 12:00 pm
Panel
12:00 – 5:30 pm
Break
Participants free for lunch on their own
5:30 – 7:00 pm
Dinner / Networking
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Evening Program
Registration
Registration opens in Fall 2025.
This conference is for elected officials only. If you are not an elected official but would like to attend, we invite you to explore our sponsorship opportunities.
Become a CivicWell Member
CivicWell members receive $100 off the conference registration rate — consider joining our membership network today! CivicWell members receive event discounts, webinars with case studies on climate resilience and capacity-building projects, resources, legislative updates, and more.
If you are a current member, you will receive a discount code via email.
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Scholarships
There may be a limited number of scholarships available; more information coming soon.
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Cancellation Policy
Registrations may be canceled up until February 23, 2026. The cancellation fee is $100.
In lieu of cancellation, registration may be transferred to another elected official at any time before March 5, 2026 free of charge by contacting hkillion@civicwell.org. After March 5, no refunds will be offered.
Lodging
The 2026 CivicWell Policymakers Conference will be held at the Yosemite Valley Lodge in Yosemite National Park. Lodging information coming soon.
Sponsorship
The CivicWell Policymakers Conference is an excellent opportunity for sponsors to build meaningful relationships with local policymakers, highlight and deepen your commitment to sustainable communities, and raise your profile with community resilience leaders.
Information about sponsorship opportunities coming soon.
For More Information
For questions about registration and logistics, please contact:
Heather Killion
(916) 448-1198 x303
hkillion@civicwell.org
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Thank You to Our Strategic Partners
