Agenda | Registration | Hotel | Sponsors
2026 AHMO Spring Conference
Early Registration Extended to May 15
Registration is now open for the AHMO 2026 Spring Conference! This event is designed for municipal officials dedicated to improving their communities and strengthening municipalities across Texas. This year’s theme, “Rooted in Heritage: Focused on Governance,” sets the stage for insightful discussions and meaningful connections. Join us at the Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites, in Grand Prairie as we bring together leaders from across Texas to share strategies, build partnerships, and inspire impactful change for a brighter future.
Date
May 20-22, 2026
Location
Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites
2935 State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie, TX, 75052
Registration
*Early Registration Ends May 8
| *By May 15 | *After May 15 | |
| Member | $150 | $200 |
| Nonmember | $200 | $250 |
Hotel Accommodations
We reserved a room block with the Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites, Grand Prairie, for a $149 per night for the nights of 05/20/26 and 05/21/26. The deadline to reserve a room is Thursday, April 20.
Presentations (PDFs)
Presentations will be posted here, as provided, closer to the event date.
Wednesday, May 20
Agenda items and times are subject to change
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Early Registration and Welcome Reception (Onsite)
Check-in early and enjoy some refreshments and appetizers!
Location: Hotel Restaurant.
Thursday, May 21
Agenda items and times are subject to change
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Registration and Breakfast
Breakfast will include coffee, juice, and light breakfast.
9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Opening Remarks: AHMO President Rolando Barrera, City Council, City of Corpus Christi
9:15 – 9:30 a.m.
Welcome to Grand Prairie
9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
Whitehouse Level Briefing about Cybersecurity, Risk and AI for Executives of Municipalities
Israel Martinez, Axon Global, Chairman and CEO
10:30 – 10:45 a.m.
Networking Break
10:45 – 11:15 a.m.
The Economic Impact of Apprenticeship
Sylvia Ortega Praesel, Coalition for Apprenticeship Partners in Economic Development
11:15 a.m. – Noon
Legislative Update
Representative Ramon Romero, Jr., Texas House of Representatives, District 90
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch Begins
Sponsored by:
1:00 – 1:45 p.m.
Regional Partnerships for Economic Development
Andy Joslin, City Manager, City of Beeville
1:45 – 2:30 p.m.
Improving Water Quality
A commonsense path towards stable systems that don’t steal your time or bust your budget.
Chris Ferlante, JD, MS, MSL, M. ED, University of Houston
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Mobile Workshop- Tour of the EpicCentral
Tour led by the City of Grand Prairie
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Networking Mixer at Vidorra
Located within walking distance, this lively spot offers great food, drinks, and a comfortable setting to connect with fellow members outside of the conference environment. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, catch up, and enjoy the evening together.
Vidorra – Walking Distance from Hotel
Sponsored by:
Friday, May 22
Agenda items and times are subject to change
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast and Business Meeting
9:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Convenience Fosters Compliance, Payments, and Happiness
Mansur Plumber, CTO, AdComp Systems
9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
From Citation to Courtroom: Understanding Municipal Court
Corina Sanchez, JD., Denton, Navarro, Rodriguez, Bernal, Santee, Zech
10:30 – 10:45 a.m.
Break
10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Five Critical Trends Affecting Texas Cities
Richard Gibbens, E3 Entegral Solutions