Register today for the 2026 Public Works Officers Institute

The deadline to register online is Feb. 18

By Cal Cities Education Staff

Join Cal Cities and the County Engineers Association in Monterey, Feb. 25-27, for the Public Works Officers Institute. Designed for public works professionals of all career levels, the conference provides the essential information and updates needed to effectively run city public works departments. This year’s sessions will cover data management, fiber deployment, emergency planning, women in public works, and more!

Registration and hotel information 

Registration for the full seminar starts at $675 for city officials from any Cal Cities member city. Registration includes admission to all educational sessions, institute meals, and admission to the evening networking reception. The deadline to register online is Wednesday, Feb. 18. After that, officials may register on-site if space is available. 

The 2026 Public Works Officers Institute will be at the Hyatt Regency Monterey. A limited number of hotel rooms are available at a reduced rate for conference attendees who register before Tuesday, Jan. 27. Discounted hotel rooms often sell out early, so advance registration is encouraged.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. For questions, please contact Exposition Sales and Event Sponsorship 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 seminar, please review Cal Cities' event and meeting policies.