The CSDA Annual Conference & Exhibitor Showcase is the must-attend event for special district leaders across California! With a densely packed agenda, this conference offers unparalleled opportunities to connect with peers and experts, and learn about new tools and trends.
Network with fellow special district professionals, explore the latest innovations and services in our extensive exhibitors’ hall, and choose from over 30 targeted breakout sessions tailored to address today’s relevant trends and topics for special districts.
This essential event will sharpen your skills, broaden your knowledge, infuse you with enthusiasm and forge new connections. Join us in 2025!
Schedule Overview
Monday 8/25
Pre-Conference Workshops 9:00 – 3:30
Opening Reception 5:15 – 7:30
Tuesday 8/26
Opening General Session 8:45 – 10:45
Breakout Sessions 11:00 – 4:45
Reception 5:00 – 6:30
Wednesday 8/27
General Session 8:30 – 10:30
Breakout Sessions 10:45 – 5:00
Taste of the City 6:00 – 8:30
Thursday 8/28
Closing Program 8:00 – 10:00
Full schedule coming soon
$890 Early / $990 after 7/25/25 CSDA Member
$1,780Early / $1,980 after 7/25/25 Non-member
Early bird registration is available through July 25, 2025.
Interested in Exhibiting/Sponsoring? Check out all of the opportunities and register here.
Need help paying for this Conference? Scholarship funds are available from the Special District Leadership Foundation (SDLF).
Apply here
HOTEL ROOM RESERVATIONS: Room reservations at the Marriott and Portola Hotel & Spa are available starting at the rate of $249 plus tax. The room reservation cut-off is August 4, 2025; however, space is limited and may sell out before this date.
One night’s non-refundable room and tax will be charged on 8/4/25 for rooms reserved in the CSDA room block.
Information regarding hotel reservations and links to book in the CSDA room block will be emailed within 24 hours of registration.
Please be cautious of unauthorized third-party agencies, known as “room pirates,” who might reach out to you offering discounted hotel accommodations. These unauthorized solicitors often misrepresent themselves as being associated with our event or hotel partners and may offer rooms that do not actually exist, leaving you without a valid reservation. Please book your room directly through the link provided that CSDA provides within 24 hours of registering. Also, avoid sharing your personal or payment information with unofficial agencies and report any suspicious contact to our team immediately.
Eligible for SDRMA Credit Incentive Points.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be in writing and received by CSDA no later than July 25, 2025. All cancellations received by this date will be refunded less a $75 processing fee. There will be no refunds for cancellations made after July 25, 2025. Substitutions to another attendee are possible but only for Annual Conference (not transferable to another conference) and must be done in writing no later than August 20, 2025. Please submit any cancellation notice or substitution request to meganh@csda.net or fax to 916-520-2465.