Sessions online for the Municipal Finance Institute!

Earn professional credits, get the latest on legislative changes, and cultivate a culture of "creative resilience"

By Cal Cities Education Staff

Dr. Caroline Brookfield, a veterinarian and author, will share how cognitive biases and ingrained habits can cause leaders to cling to outdated models or reject innovative ideas at this year's Municipal Finance Institute.

Held in December, the institute helps fiscal officers of all tenures respond to emerging challenges and conduct routine business. Certified public accountants can also earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) during eligible sessions.

The Institute kicks off at 9:00 a.m. on Dec. 10 with a look at developments in municipal finance law and policy. Other sessions include recommendations for incident response and crisis management, an update on CalPERS' Asset Liability Management process, how fiscal officers can use AI, and more!

To view the full schedule and session descriptions, visit the Municipal Finance Institute webpage.

Registration and hotel information

Registration for the full conference starts at $500 for city officials from any Cal Cities member city. Registration includes admission to all educational sessions, institute meals, and admission to the evening reception. The deadline to register online is Wednesday, Dec. 3. After that, officials may register on-site if space is available.

The 2025 Municipal Finance Institute will be at the Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel. A limited number of hotel rooms are available at a reduced rate for conference attendees who register before Tuesday, Nov. 18. 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 Registrar 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. For more information, including registration details, visit the Municipal Finance Institute webpage.