The Minnesota Ambulance Association is pleased to share information about the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities' 2026 Summer Conference. CGMC has been a valued partner and collaborator on issues important to Minnesota communities and EMS, and we encourage members to learn more about this upcoming event.
Find complete information online at https://members.greatermncities.org/events/Details/cgmc-2026-summer-conference-1474906
Wednesday, July 22
10am - Registration opens at the New Ulm Conference Center
12pm - Conference welcome
12:05pm - Lunch & legislative update
Start the summer conference with a legislative lunch & learn from CGMC Executive Director Bradley Peterson.
4pm - Break & hotel check-in
5pm - Dinner & evening activity
Dine inside the landmark August Schell’s Brewery and enjoy a traditional German-style meal. Guests will have the opportunity to tour the brewery, try local brews, and listen to live music!
Thursday, July 23
8am - Host City tours
Visit Hermann the German, explore New Ulm’s outdoor activities and community investments, or discover downtown New Ulm! See full tour descriptions below.
10:30am - Exhibit Hall opens
Connect with the vendors and sponsors that help support the CGMC Summer Conference and enjoy snacks in the exhibit hall.
12pm - Lunch & Learn with SMIF President & CEO Benya Kraus!
Benya Kraus, President and CEO of the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF), will present on what is on the horizon for southern MN.
1pm - Afternoon programming & exhibitors
2:45pm - Presentation from Chad Kolstad, Acting Executive Director of the PFA
Hear from Chad Kolstad, Acting Executive Director of the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority, on key priorities affecting Greater Minnesota communities.
3:30pm - Programming
4:30pm - Break
5pm - Legislative Awards Cocktail Reception
Get the evening started by gathering at the historic Turner Hall, the oldest bar in Minnesota!
6pm - Legislative Awards Dinner
Celebrate our Greater Minnesota advocates and allies at our annual Legislative Awards Dinner and ceremony!
Friday, July 24
8am - Breakfast & programming
10:45am - CGMC membership meeting
The CGMC membership will vote on the organization's dues policy, budget, and Board of Directors for the upcoming year.
11:30am - Conference adjourns
