We want your two cents: Submit a session proposal for the 2026 Municipal Finance Institute

Session Proposals due June 26

By Cal Cities Education Staff

Cal Cities is accepting session proposals for the Municipal Finance Institute, a two-day educational and peer-learning event taking place Dec. 10–11 at the Monterey Plaza Hotel.

The institute is a vital forum for peer learning, professional development, and innovative thinking. The institute brings together California municipal finance officers to discuss the biggest issues affecting cities and key areas of interest for people in public finance.

Member-driven and member-led programming is at the heart of Cal Cities’ educational mission — over 95% of sessions are developed through open calls for proposals. Individuals, groups, businesses, and organizations may submit ideas for panel discussions, facilitated conversations, and keynote presentations.

What makes a standout proposal?

Cal Cities is looking for thorough, thoughtful, and non-commercial proposals that highlight how your session can help finance officers strengthen their communities, enhance leadership skills, and expand policy knowledge. Past topics have included:

• Developments in municipal finance law and policy
• CalPERS updates
• Ethics for fiscal officers
• Cybersecurity essentials
• California’s economic outlook

How to submit a proposal

To submit a proposal, visit the Municipal Finance Institute webpage and review the “Call for Proposals” guidance. Proposals are due online by June 26. Acceptance notices will go out in the early fall. If accepted, you’ll present your session at the institute in Monterey this December.