2025 OCCMA Summer Conference

The 2025 OCCMA Summer Conference will be held from July 8 through July 11, 2025 at the Riverhouse on the Deschutes in Bend, Oregon.

The theme of the 2025 OCCMA Summer Conference Planning Committee has developed a series of educational sessions to help equip managers with the insights, strategies, and tools needed to inspire, motivate, and build successful organizations.

A note about registration types:

Member Registration

This rate is a benefit of your current OCCMA membership. If you're unsure about your OCCMA membership standing, please contact [email protected] to check.


Non-Member Government Registration 

If you are not an OCCMA member, but work for a government agency you should choose this option.

 


Student Registration 

Students currently enrolled in University but who are not working for a city, please select this option. Your name badge will reflect your school name as your organization and your title will be listed as a student. If you are a student, but currently working for a city and wish for your badge to reflect as such, please register using the member or non-member rate.


Complimentary Registration ( Includes ICMA Senior Advisors, Retired, Lifetime & In-Transition Members)

Senior Advisors, ICMA official representatives, and qualifying In-Transition, Retired, or Lifetime members are invited to use this complimentary registration option. If you are not sure if you qualify, please reach out to [email protected] to confirm.


Scholarship Recipient Registration 

Please use this option only if you have been notified that you were awarded a scholarship for the 2025 OCCMA Summer Conference. If you are not sure if you qualify, please reach out to [email protected] to confirm.

 

Tuesday Only Registration 

Please use this option only if you only want to attend on Tuesday, July 8.

 

Join us for an inspiring and informative day designed to equip managers in Oregon with the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to excel in their roles and make a positive impact on their communities. Each session will feature leaders in their field, interactive discussions, and practical insights aimed at empowering local government managers. Whether you're a seasoned manager seeking to refine your skills or just starting out in your management journey, this day promises to be a valuable opportunity for professional growth and development.

This day is included in the full conference registration.
Registration for this day only: $150


Registration and Cancellation Information:

 

Registration Dates & Late Fees

Conference registration will be open between the dates of May 7 to  June 30. Those wishing to register after June 30 will need to do so on-site with an additional $50 fee.

 


Cancellations

Cancellations requested within three weeks of the event after June 17 at 5:00 pm are not eligible for refunds, however; if the cancellation is due to a bereavement, unforeseen medical issue, transportation failure, or an event of force majeure then staff, in consultation with the OCCMA President, may grant refunds after the deadline. Cancellations are not accepted by phone and must be made in writing to [email protected].

What's Included

The registration fee includes all sessions, receptions, and meals for registered attendees. 

 

Guests/Spouses

Guests, partners and children are invited to attend the Monday and Wednesday receptions. Please indicate in your registration how many guests you plan to bring. Due to capacity constraints on the Sternwheeler only one guest is allowed per attendee for the President's Reception. 

 

Housing Accommodations

Staff has secured group rates at the following hotels. 

Room Block Closed – Riverhouse on the Deschutes

The room block at the Riverhouse is now closed. If you would still like to check for availability or be added to a waitlist, please email Brie Ligammari at [email protected].

When
7/8/2025 - 7/11/2025
Where
Riverhouse on the Deschutes 3075 N Hwy 97 Bend 97703

Register for this event

Select Additional Program Options

Tuesday, 08 July 2025

Description
Check-in, visit with your peers, and get to know new OCCMA members while enjoying appetizers and a no host bar.
Time
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
4:30 PM

Wednesday, 09 July 2025

Description
OSU Cascades & Innovation District Tour! Discover the vision, spaces, and possibilities shaping the future of this growing campus and dynamic district. Come see what’s ahead!
Time
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
3:00 PM
Join us for the Bend Core Area Redevelopment Tour and get an inside look at the transformation happening in the heart of Bend. Please note: this tour includes uneven terrain and is not ADA accessible.
Time
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
3:00 PM
Join OCCMA President Martha Bennett and your peers for dinner and the President's Reception at Worthy Brewing Co.! This is included in your registration. You will be responsible for your own transportation.
Time
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
6:00 PM
If you plan to bring a guest to dinner, please select this option. Please note there is a 1 guest maximum for this event.
Time
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
6:00 PM

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Description
Choose this option if you are interested in playing in a golf tournament prior to the start of conference. The cost to play includes a cart and lunch. Pre-registration is required. Players are responsible for transporting themselves to and from the golf course. Carpooling with other players is encouraged. Tee time is 1 pm.
Time
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1:00 PM
Learn how Bend is planning for growth and addressing housing needs through innovative development and land use strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and engage with the future of our community.
Time
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
3:00 PM
Come explore the charm of downtown Sisters on a relaxed guided tour. Enjoy the sights, stories, and local flavor that make this place unique.
Time
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
3:00 PM
Join us for the Women in Leadership Networking Reception—connect, inspire, and celebrate leadership in our community!
Time
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM