Description

Join city leaders from throughout Greater Minnesota for our annual Fall Conference, featuring educational presentations, networking opportunities, and discussion of the CGMC's 2026 policy priorities. Click here to view the event flyer.

What to Expect

The two-day Fall Conference features speakers, presentations, and discussions focused on issues that matter to Greater Minnesota. Attendees will also have plenty of opportunities to socialize and network with other city leaders from throughout the state. Finally, members will discuss and vote on the CGMC policy platform heading into 2026.

Hotel Information

The CGMC has reserved room blocks at the following hotels:

• Timberlake Lodge - Call (218) 326-2600 to book within the CGMC block by October 11
• IM Hotel by Timberlake - Call (218) 327-1108 to book within the CGMC block by October 16
• AmericInn Grand Rapids - Call (218) 326-8999 to book within the CGMC block by October 11

Event Schedule

Please see a tentative schedule for the 2025 Fall Conference below. More information about conference sessions is available here and will continue to be updated as the agenda is finalized.

Thursday, November 13

10am - Registration opens at Timberlake Lodge & Event Center

10:30am - Board of Directors meeting

11:30am - Lunch buffet open

12pm - Conference welcome & introductions 

12pm - 5pm - Conference sessions & workshops

5pm - Break for hotel check-in

6pm - Cocktail reception

6:30pm - Dinner & entertainment

Friday, November 14

7:45am - Breakfast buffet open

8:15am-10:15am - Conference sessions & workshops

10:30am - CGMC membership meeting (open to CGMC members only)

11:30am - Conference adjourns

Vendors/Exhibitors

At this time, there are no opportunities for vendors at the CGMC Fall Conference. Please reach out to Emma Nelson at ennelson@flaherty-hood.com with questions about opportunities for exhibitors at the CGMC Summer Conference.

By registering for the CGMC 2025 Fall Conference you indicate that you have read and agree to the following:

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be sent via email to Emma Nelson at ennelson@flaherty-hood.com by Wednesday, October 29 to receive a refund and may be subject to a 3% transaction fee. If you need to cancel after October 29, we are not able to issue a refund and you will be charged for the full amount. You may switch or substitute your registration at any time for no cost.

Photography/Video Policy

The Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by the CGMC, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.