2026: City Leaders Academy will be held April 17, 2026 in Salina. 

The City Leaders Academy takes place each April. In even numbered years, the City Leaders Academy: Foundational Program is held. The Foundational program is geared toward newly-elected officials learning their role within local government and builds upon local-government skills, plus gives an overview of important issues that municipal leaders face on a regular basis. More experienced local government officials are also welcome and encouraged to attend.

Attendees will receive a copy of the League's Governing Body Handbook, and breakout sessions will be led by League attorneys and staff. The cost to attend the 2026 City Leaders Academy is $180 and will include a copy of the Handbook.

Sessions are scheduled to begin promptly at 9a.m. on Friday, and adjourn no later than 3:30 p.m. Additional information, including hotel block and tentative schedule of topics is available below. For any city official traveling in on Thursday, the League will host a welcome reception with light refreshments at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Salina Downtown.

Hotel Information:

Book a room at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Salina Downtown on Thursday, April 16 here: 

https://group.homewood-suites.com/c56bce

Rate is $110 and available until the cutoff date (3/1/26) or sold out, whichever comes first.