Fall Mini-Conference
October 19-22, 2026
Alexandria, Louisiana
200 DeSoto St Alexandria Louisiana 71301
Discounted room rate: $ 112.00 + tax (King and Double Queen). If tax-exempt, the form must be present at check-in. Guest room, per night, includes: internet access, fitness center, business center, and in-room safe use.
Call the hotel for reservations at 318-442-2226 (front desk open 24 hours) or online through the website The Hotel Bentley online
To receive the group rate, callers MUST provide Group Code (LRWA) and register by September 23, 2025.
Make room reservations early; they sell out quickly.
701 4th St Alexandria, LA 71301
Discount room rate: $109+ tax (King and Double Queen)
Call the hotel for reservations at 318-541-8333 or online through the website Holiday Inn Alexandria Downtown online
State that you are attending the LRW
Discount Room Reservation deadline: September 19, 2026
LRWA Seeks Experts to Present at LRWA's Mini Conference
Share your Expertise with Future Leaders!
The Louisiana Rural Water Association (LRWA) is now accepting presentation proposals/abstracts for its Mini Conference, scheduled for October 19-22, 2026, at the Randolph Riverfront Center and The Hotel Bentley in Alexandria, Louisiana. This event is a great place to showcase new technology and connect with Water and Wastewater Professionals from around Louisiana.
New Presenter Policy: Only presenters representing companies that have paid the current year’s LRWA membership dues (deadline: January 31) and submitted a booth registration with payment for the conference will be considered.
Submission Details:
- Complete the online presentation submission form by September 11, 2026.
- After this deadline, LRWA will begin selecting presentations for the conference agenda.
Topics of Interest:
We welcome presentations relevant to the water and wastewater industry, including:
- New technology and innovations
- Security and emergency preparedness
- Utility management and operations
- Board training and governance
- Regulatory updates
The conference provides specialized training and networking opportunities designed for utility managers, town council members, and utility board members, covering all aspects of the water and wastewater industry.
Conference Sessions:
- 24-Hour Technical Classroom Sessions: October 20-22 (Tuesday–Thursday)
The LRWA Mini Conference brings together water and wastewater utility systems—large and small, municipal and rural—to share best practices, enhance skills, and foster professional connections.
