We would like to invite you to the VRWA's 2026 Annual Conference and Technical Exhibition. We are excited to be getting together again for an in-person event.
MONDAY
As usual we will have a clay shoot and golf outing.
We will also be having a Monday class offered as an extra activity to the regular conference days. Attendees of the Monday classes have breakfast provided. This year we will have three great options -
Deana Desjardins (City of Waynesboro), Larado Robinson (City of Salem), Megan Pittman (Bedford Regional)
OR
A Utility Safet Workshop: Protecting People, Plants and the Public (6 W/WW CPEs)
David Burpeau (Professional Safety Instructor)
OR
Asset Management in Action: Linking Infrastructure, Finance and Public Awareness (6 W/WW CPEs)
Arnab Bhowmick (Aktivov Asset Management), Logan Borror (Rockingham County), Brian McReynolds (TETP Founder)
TUESDAY
Tuesday, April 21, VRWA invites women to register for our Women in Rural Water Luncheon - Connected by Water. This is a ticketed event, so make sure to select the option to attend if you are a woman and attending on Tuesday, April 21st. There is no extra cost.
AWARDS
Also during conference, we have a time for awarding those that have done a great job and helped promote "Quality on Tap". We ask that you take some time to consider who you know that deserves to be recognized. Please send in your nominations for awards and recognition.
Lodging Information
The Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center
110 Shenandoah Avenue
Roanoke, VA 24016
Toll Free: (866) 594-4722
$179.00/ night + taxes
One night non-refundable deposit required
Be sure to ask for the VRWA Conference rate
Rate Deadline: March 17, 2026
Parking will be $18 self-park and $28 valet*
(*Prices subject to change)
See you April!
