Conference & Annual Meeting – Details

SAVE THE DATE!

The 2026 CBDL Conference
& Annual Meeting will be held
November 12-13, 2026

At the Big Bend Community College
Advanced Technologies Education Center (ATEC) Building
7662 Chanute St. NE
Moses Lake, WA 98837

Fellow leaders, advocates, and stakeholders gathered to shape the future of the Columbia Basin Project. The Columbia Basin Development League (CBDL) welcomed all to the 2025 Annual Meeting—a vital forum for updates, dialogue, and collaboration.

Last Year's CBDL Conference Agenda

Celebrating 61 Years of Advocacy

2025 marked 61 years of CBDL’s unwavering commitment to the Columbia Basin Project (CBP)—a vital driver of the region’s economy, quality of life, and long-term water sustainability. As the nonprofit voice for the Project, CBDL champions efficient maintenance, continued development, and responsible stewardship of this critical infrastructure.

At the Conference

All three Districts were in attendance
Attendees connected directly with leadership from East, Quincy, and South Columbia Basin Irrigation Districts
Federal & State Government Dignitaries attended
Attendees networked with elected officials, agency leaders, and key influencers from all levels of government
Timely, Fact-Based Updates were provided
The Conference agenda included updates from Reclamation’s Ephrata Field Office, the Odessa Ground Water Replacement Program, Municipal and Industrial CBP Water Use, UCUT Fish Passage Initiatives, and Columbia River Treaty Developments

Silent Auction!

Last year we were excited to host a silent auction to raise funds for CBDL’s mission: advancing responsible development, efficient maintenance, and long-term stewardship of the Columbia Basin Project.

Speakers

We were pleased to invite professionals, advocates, and experts to participate as distinguished speakers at this year’s conference.

The day-long event brought together landowners, processors, irrigation districts, and policymakers to exchange timely updates and foster collaboration. We were especially seeking speakers with insight into water policy, infrastructure, environmental stewardship, agriculture, and issues impacting the Columbia Basin Project.

Most sessions allowed for a 20-minute presentation in the afternoon portion of the program.

Exhibitor Spaces - New Last Year!

Exhibitors showcased their organizations to an engaged and invested audience. We offered limited exhibitor spaces at special rates—available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Watch for next year's conference so you can reserve your space.

Support the Mission - Become a Sponsor!

Your sponsorship helps drive the League’s advocacy and outreach in support of the Columbia Basin Project—one of the largest water infrastructure efforts in the country.

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Become a Sponsor

Opportunities include:

Premier Sponsorship Levels (limited availability)
In-Kind Sponsorship Options
Ad Space in the Conference Program – Promote your brand, service, or message directly to attendees. (Inquire for details)

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