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Great Lakes Drinking Water Conference, May 20-21, 2026, Traverse City [ [link removed] ]

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Registration now open!

Registration is now open for the *Great Lakes Drinking Water Conference [ [link removed] ]*, taking place at the Park Place Hotel in Traverse City, May 20-21. This conference, hosted by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lake, and Energy (EGLE), brings together professionals from across the Great Lakes region to address today’s most urgent drinking water challenges—and build practical, collaborative solutions for tomorrow.

Who Should Attend?

This conference is designed for professionals committed to drinking water protection and delivery, including:


* Community water supply personnel
* Local officials and decision-makers
* Community and nonprofit representatives
* Local, state, and federal agency partners
* Academic researchers and educators
* Consultants and service providers
* Source water protection partners
* Others working throughout the Great Lakes region

Conference Topics Include

Explore critical and emerging issues shaping the future of drinking water:


* *Emerging Contaminants*
* *Water System Resiliency*
* *Policy and Regulatory Updates*
* *Source Water Protection*
* *Lead and Copper*
* *Community Engagement & Partnerships*
* *Strengthening the Future of Drinking Water*

Sessions are designed to be practical, forward-looking, and applicable across systems of all sizes.

*Check out the preliminary agenda* [ [link removed] ]


Why Attend?

* *Affordable Registration* – High-quality content at a significantly lower cost than other comparable events
* *Up to 4 Concurrent Educational Tracks*
* *Plenary Keynotes from Regional and National Leaders*
* *Networking Breakfasts & Lunches Included Both Days*
* *Pre-Conference Field Tours [ [link removed] ] (May 19)*
* *Continuing Education Credits* "(pending final agenda approval)"

Set in beautiful Traverse City, this two-day conference offers timely education, meaningful networking, and real-world insights for everyone involved in protecting and delivering safe drinking water.

Registration fee:
$265 – Full Conference (2 Days)
$145 – Single Day

Registration deadline: May 5

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*Program Questions:
*Matt Tomlinson: [email protected]*
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*Registration Questions:*
Alana Berthold: [email protected]

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Secure lodging at the Park Place Hotel by April 19

The Park Place Hotel & Conference Center is located in the heart of downtown Traverse City—offering walkable access to Lake Michigan, dining, shopping, and local attractions. This is also the official location of the conference.


* *Lodging Rate:* $159.46 (Includes taxes and fees) 
* *Start Date: * Tuesday, May 19, 2026
* *End Date:* Thursday, May 21, 2026

*Secure your lodging by April 19 [ [link removed] ]. *

Park Place hotel in Traverse City

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Sponsor opportunities available! 

Highlight your organization's commitment to the future of safe and clean drinking water.


* *Targeted Exposure*: Reach a dedicated audience of hundreds of professionals and stakeholders in the drinking water industry.
* *Enhanced Reputation*: Align your brand with the advancement of safe drinking water and sustainability initiatives.
* *Network*: Engage with thought leaders, policymakers, and innovators that are shaping the future of drinking water.

As part of your sponsorship, you will have an option to exhibit your brand and services.

Act now - exhibitor table space is limited! 

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Thank you, sponsors! 

Great Lakes Drinking Water Conference sponsors [ [link removed] ]

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Individuals needing language assistance or accommodations for effective participation should contact Joel Roseberry at [email protected] by May 5 to request language, mobility, visual, hearing, translation, and/or other assistance.

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