2026 Public Works Officers Institute

Hyatt Regency Monterey, Monterey, CA   Visit Website
Wednesday, February 25, 2026 - Friday, February 27, 2026   iCalendar Pacific Standard Time

Designed for public works professionals of all career levels, this conference provides you with the essential information and updates necessary to most effectively run city public works departments. Previous sessions have covered a variety of topics, including road safety, bridge programs, legislative updates, and leadership topics.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. For questions, please contact Event Sponsorship and Exposition Manager, Amy Wade.

For registration questions, please contact Event Registration Specialist, Megan Dunn.

For program questions, please contact Event Program Manager, Erin Wylder.

In advance of the conference, Please review Cal Cities' event and meeting policies.

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Registration Information

Capacity is limited, and registration is subject to sell out prior to the deadline. Register early!

Note, this conference is held in partnership with County Engineers Association of California. If you are a county representative, please visit the CEAC website for information and registration rates pertaining to you.

Full registration includes
  • Admission to all educational sessions
  • Admission to the Wednesday evening networking reception, Thursday breakfast and lunch, and Friday breakfast
Pre-registration deadline

Online registration ends Wednesday, Feb. 18. After this date, registration will be available on-site, pending availability.

Registration Process:

Register online through your MyCalCities account. If you have not yet used your MyCalCities account, please review details about the portal and contact us with questions.

If you are registering someone other than yourself, first sign in as yourself and then choose the option to register someone else.

NOTE: A credit card is required for registration through MyCalCities. If you need to pay with a check, create your account and then reach out to Megan Dunn to request a mail-in registration form. Full payment is due at the time of registration.

To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Megan Dunn. Every effort will be made to honor requests submitted.

Full Conference Registration Fees
Online registration ends Wednesday, Feb 18, or when the conference sells out. After this date, please add your name to the waitlist and you will be contacted if space becomes available.
Member-City Officials and Staff$ 675
Non-member City Officials and Staff$1,675
All Others$ 800


 

One-Day Registration Fees
Member-City Officials and Staff$ 375
Non-Member-City Officials and Staff$1,375
All Others$ 500
Guest/Spouse Reception Pass*$ 50
*The guest/spouse fee is restricted to persons who are not city or public officials, are not related to any Cal Cities Partner or sponsor, and would have no professional reason to attend the conference. It includes admission to Wednesday’s networking reception only. There is no refund for the cancellation of a guest/spouse registration. It is not advisable to use city funds to register a guest/spouse. If you believe you are eligible for a guest/spouse pass, please contact Megan Dunn.

Refund Policy

Advance registrants unable to attend will receive a refund of the rate paid, minus a $75 processing charge, only when a written request is submitted to Megan Dunn, and received on or before Feb. 18. Refunds will not be available after this date. If you are unable to attend, you may substitute a colleague for your entire registration.

Hotel and Travel

A limited number of discounted hotel rooms are available for registered institute attendees. Reserve by Tuesday, Jan. 27, or before rooms sell out.

STEP ONE:

Register via your MyCalCities account.

You must be registered for the conference prior to booking a hotel room. Your city/company may be financially responsible for any cancellation/attrition fees after Tuesday, Jan. 27.

STEP TWO:

After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with access to the hotel booking link.

Hyatt Regency Monterey 
1 Old Golf Course Road 
Monterey, CA

Group Hotel Rate (per night): $245 – Single/Double Occupancy (plus tax and fees)

Note: If you are registering through CEAC, please use the information on their website.

PLEASE NOTE: Information provided when registering or reserving your hotel room for the conference may be shared between Cal Cities and the hotel(s). This information will be limited to your first and last name, email, and the dates of your stay at the hotel.

Important Scam Notice: Cal Cities does not use a housing service. Only trust emails from @calcities.org or the official hotel.

Parking and Transportation

Daily and overnight parking for conference attendees will be discounted. Please refer to the Hyatt Regency website for standard rates, as they are subject to change.

Nearby airports:

The Hyatt Regency Monterey is located 2 miles from Monterey Regional Airport and 72 miles from the San Jose International Airport.

Program

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Schedule at a Glance
(Schedule is subject to change.)
Wednesday, February 25
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Registration Open
10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.Visit our Elite Sponsors
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.Opening General Session
2:45 - 4:00 p.m.Concurrent Sessions
4:15 - 5:30 p.m.Concurrent Sessions
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.Networking Reception
Thursday, February 26
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Registration Open
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Visit with Elite Sponsors
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.Networking Breakfast
9:00 - 10:15 a.m.Concurrent Sessions
10:30 - 11:45 a.m.Concurrent Sessions
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Networking Lunch
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.General Session
2:15 - 3:30 p.m.Concurrent Sessions
3:45 - 5:00 p.m.Concurrent Sessions
Friday, February 27
8:00 - 10:30 a.m.Registration Open
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.Networking Breakfast
9:00 - 10:15 a.m.Cal Cities Legislative Update
10:15 - 11:30 a.m.Closing General Session

Thank you to our Sponsors!