2026 Annual Conference

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2026 Annual Conference

Step behind the mask and into the enchantment of the Florida Association of Special Districts 2026 Annual Conference, where curiosity shimmers in the air and every corridor holds a secret waiting to be discovered! Join us June 7–11, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress for a spellbinding gathering filled with illuminating sessions, captivating speakers, and extraordinary opportunities to connect with fellow district leaders. Dive into the magic, embrace the mystery, and let the wonder of collaboration guide your journey.

NOTE: The Ethics Training, Sunday, June 7, 2026, Pre-Conference Training, Monday, June 8, 2026, and Guest Receptions, Meals & Breaks (only) are add-ons with separate fees and are available once you've selected your Registration Option. Please select one before you Check Out & Confirm your Registration.

CANCELLATIONS: All cancellations must be submitted in writing to Angela Weeks-Samanie at [email protected]. Cancellations will not be accepted after May 4, 2026.

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When

6/7/2026 - 6/11/2026

Where

Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress One Grand Cypress Boulevard Orlando, FL 32836 UNITED STATES

Registration

Last day to register is 6/12/2026

Program

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Sunday, 07 June 2026

Description
Annual Ethics Training 4-hour Certificate 4 CDO: Election, Ethics, Sunshine Law, and Records Management 4 CDM CEUs Time 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 1:00 PM

Monday, 08 June 2026

Description
CDO Component - Purchasing & Contracts 2 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM 8:00 AM
How Special Districts Participate in the FL Deferred Compensation Plan 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM 9:00 AM
CDO Component - Intergovernmental Affairs & Agreements 2 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM
CDO Component - Special District Basics and Accountability 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM 11:00 AM
FASD Board Meeting Time 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 11:00 AM
CDO Component - How to Conduct a Board Meeting & Governance 1 CDO component: How to Conduct a Board Meeting & Governance, 1 CDAP/CDM CEU Time 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM 1:00 PM
CDO Component - Strategic Planning 4 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 1:00 PM
Investing Public for Funds 1 CDO component: Financial Management and Audits, 1 CDAP/CDM CEU Time 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM 1:00 PM
New Member Orientation Time 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM 2:00 PM
Special Assessment Delinquencies: What Went Wrong and How We Corrected It 1 CDO Component: Special Districts Program, 1 CDAP/CDM CEUs Time 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM 2:00 PM
Unmasking the Masquerade: Internal Controls and Finance Department Succession Planning 1 CDO Component: Financial Management and Audits, 1 CDAP/CDM Time 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM 2:00 PM
Get CDAP, CDM & CDO Information Time 3:15 PM - 4:05 PM 3:15 PM
Protecting Your District From Financial Fraud 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 3:15 PM - 4:05 PM 3:15 PM
CDO Component - Responsibilities of a Special District Attorney 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 3:15 PM - 4:05 PM 3:15 PM
New Member and 1st Time Attendees Reception with Exhibitors By Invitation Only Time 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM 4:30 PM
Opening Night at the Masquerade President’s Reception with Exhibitors President's Reception with Exhibitors Time 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM 5:30 PM

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Description
Networking Breakfast with Exhibitors Time 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM 7:00 AM
Opening General Session Time 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM 8:30 AM
Turning Boulders into Blessings 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO: Public Relations Time 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM 9:00 AM
Break with Exhibitors Time 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM 10:30 AM
Economic Update 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM 11:00 AM
Networking Lunch with Exhibitors Time 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 12:00 PM
Preferred / FASD Family Feud: Unmask the Answers! 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM 1:00 PM
Unmasking AI for Special Districts: A Commissioner’s 90 Day Roadmap for Operations Automation 2 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 1:00 PM - 2:50 PM 1:00 PM
Balancing Compassion and Compliance: Do's and Dont's for HR, Leaders, and Adjusters 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM 2:00 PM
Networking Break with Exhibitors Time 3:00 PM - 3:15 PM 3:00 PM
Modernizing a Special District: Building a Future-Ready IT Department on a Municipal Budget 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM 3:15 PM
Property Casualty Insurance Panel Discussion 2 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEUs Time 3:15 PM - 4:45 PM 3:15 PM
Unmasking the Magic Networking Mixer Reception with Exhibitors Time 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 6:00 PM

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Description
Networking Breakfast with Exhibitors Time 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM 7:00 AM
General Session & Annual Business Meeting Time 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM 8:30 AM
The Future Unmasked: The Intersection between Innovation, Technology, and Human Connection 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 9:00 AM - 10:15 AM 9:00 AM
The Big Reveal! Exposing the Future of Risk & Insurance for Special Districts 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM 10:30 AM
What Special Districts Need to Know About ADA Compliance for Documents CDM/CDO/CDAP (1) Time 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM 10:30 AM
FASD Then & Now: Recognizing the Past and Celebrating the Future Luncheon with Awards Time 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM 11:45 AM
Legislative, Election, and National Special Districts Association Update 1 CDAP/CDM/CD0 CEU Time 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 1:00 PM
After the Cyber Attack: Unmasking the Coverage and Resources Inside Your District’s Cyber Insurance Policy 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM 2:00 PM
Unveiled & Unholstered: What’s New in Open Carry Regulations 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM 2:00 PM
CDDs Roundtable 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 3:10 PM - 4:30 PM 3:10 PM
District Administrative Professionals Roundtable 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 3:10 PM - 4:30 PM 3:10 PM
Fire Districts Roundtable 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 3:10 PM - 4:00 PM 3:10 PM
Mosquito Districts Roundtable 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 3:10 PM - 4:30 PM 3:10 PM
Water Districts Roundtable 1 CDAP/CDM/CDO CEU Time 3:10 PM - 4:30 PM 3:10 PM
Masquerade Ball & Casino – Last Dance Behind the Mask Time 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 6:00 PM

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Description
Farewell Breakfast and Raffles Time 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM 8:30 AM
FASD Board Meeting Time 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM 9:30 AM