Get Informed. Get Connected. ACWA’s Legislative Symposium has been an annual event engaging water district directors, general managers, attorneys, and staff from across California with up-to-date information on critical water policy issues. ACWA’s 2026 Legislative Symposium will take place February 11, 2026 at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel. The program will start at 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. followed by a networking reception from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Questions? Contact ACWA Events Team at events@acwa.com Event Sponsors Register Online Save by Registering Early Registration includes the Networking Reception and program materials. Advantage* $385 Standard $580 REGISTER Sponsorship Opportunities General sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Joseph Ramos at josephr@acwa.com or (916) 669-2429. Contact Joseph Ramos Registration & Cancellation Deadline: Feb 6, 2026 Registration deadline is subject to availability and applicable health, safety and capacity restrictions. Attendee Terms & Conditions ACWA Code of Conduct *To be eligible for advantage pricing, you must be an ACWA Public Agency Member, Associate, or Affiliate. Agenda 12:30 – 1:00 PM Registration Sheraton Grand Sacramento 1230 J Street, Sacramento Gardenia Room 1:00 – 1:30 PM Welcome Remarks Ernesto Avila, ACWA President 1:30 – 2:00 PM Inside California’s Governor’s Race Politico’s California environment reporter breaks down the current California gubernatorial race, highlighting the field of candidates and key water and environmental issues shaping the campaign. Panelist: Camille Von Kaenel, California Environment Reporter, Politico 2:15 – 3:15 PM What’s On Tap for Water in 2026 With the 2026 legislative session underway, this expert panel will explore the key water-related issues expected to shape the year ahead, including potential changes to the state’s water quality standards, groundwater policy, and the ongoing rollout of Proposition 4 funding. 3:30 – 4:30 PM Vision for Our Future: Preparing for the Next Administration ACWA’s General Manager working group will share updates on the ongoing work to develop a proposal designed to help shape how the next administration approaches water policy. Participants will have the opportunity to hear how the work is progressing and elevate key priorities. 4:50 – 5:00 PM Closing Remarks Carol Lee Gonzales-Brady, ACWA Vice President Agenda subject to change without notice. 5:00 – 7:00 PM Networking Reception Visit Legislators This is the perfect time to reach out to your legislators, introduce yourself and provide some basic information about your organization and the issues that are important to you. Be Prepared To prepare for the opportunity, visit findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov to find the legislators who represent your service area. Use ACWA’s Outreach Handbook tips on etiquette and other issues to help make your visit successful. Download the Outreach Handbook Frequently Asked Questions Are there hotels that are close to the ACWA Legislative Symposium? Absolutely! As a courtesy, we are providing a list of nearby hotels HERE for your reference. (ACWA does NOT have a group rate available at these properties.) Where can I park? The Sheraton Grand Sacramento has a parking structure and offers valet parking for a fee. Note: ACWA does not validate parking There is also public parking in the area. Please refer to the City of Sacramento’s Parking Services webpage for parking information. What is the cancellation policy? Cancellation deadline is Feb 6, 2026 at 4:30 pm (PT). All registration changes and cancellations must be made in writing by the event registration deadline. Valid cancellation requests will receive a refund of any registration fees paid minus a $75 processing charge. For payments originally made by credit card, refunds can be issued back onto the credit card within 60 days. Otherwise, a refund will be issued by check. No refunds or registration changes will be granted after the registration deadline. Submit request in writing to Teresa Taylor at TeresaT@acwa.com. View the full Attendee Terms & Conditions How to get help with the registration account login? Contact the Portal Support Team. Who to contact for event questions? Contact the ACWA Events Team or call (916) 441-4545.
