CivicWell

The 35th annual CivicWell Policymakers Conference will be held March 11-14, 2027 in Yosemite National Park. Since 1991, the CivicWell Policymakers Conference has gathered local elected officials from across California in an inspiring and collaborative environment. This intimate gathering brings together over 100 mayors, city council members, and county supervisors in the majestic setting of Yosemite National Park. The event is designed to support local elected officials with tools and partnership opportunities to implement innovative solutions locally. From climate resilience and sustainable water management to clean energy and social equity, the conference explores sustainable and practical tools to address the complex issues we face. During a time of new state leadership, shifting federal priorities, and extreme weather threats, local leaders can address challenges by leveraging the collective power of California’s diverse regions. At this year's CivicWell Policymakers Conference, we'll examine how California communities can turn regional relationships into real capacity – for funding, for coordination, and for disaster response. As fires, flooding, and other crises threaten lives and strain infrastructure, no single agency or jurisdiction can meet the moment alone. This year's program will share promising practices from the regional groups and forge new relationships between state and local leaders to coordinate before, during, and after the next crisis.