Join 107 mayors, state legislators, federal agencies, and industry leaders from Bemidji, MN to New Orleans, LA as we unite to address the most pressing challenges facing our Mississippi River communities. Together, we’re shaping policies that protect our water resources, strengthen our economies, and build resilience for generations to come.
The Mississippi River Corridor represents a $1 trillion economic powerhouse that produces 92% of U.S. agricultural exports and supports over $400 billion in freshwater-dependent manufacturing. Yet since 2005, our communities have sustained more than $246 billion in disaster-related losses. This meeting is where solutions are born.
The MRCTI Annual Meeting rotates among our member cities, showcasing the unique strengths and challenges of communities along the entire Mississippi River Corridor. Our host cities open their doors to demonstrate innovative solutions, share local insights, and provide firsthand perspectives on the opportunities and obstacles facing river-adjacent municipalities from Minnesota to Louisiana.
MAYOR, MRCTI CO-CHAIR
The MRCTI Annual Meeting is made possible through the generous support of our partners who share our commitment to strengthening Mississippi River communities. These organizations recognize that investing in our corridor means investing in America’s economic future, environmental resilience, and the well-being of 20 million people who depend on the Mississippi River.
The MRCTI Annual Meeting brings together a powerful coalition of federal agencies, regional organizations, and industry leaders committed to the Mississippi River Corridor. Our partners provide critical expertise, resources, and support that enable meaningful collaboration between local, state, and federal stakeholders working to address the most pressing challenges facing our communities.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our meeting sponsors whose financial support makes the MRCTI Annual Meeting possible. Their investment in our mission enables mayors and stakeholders to come together, share solutions, and advance policies that create lasting positive change for communities throughout the Mississippi River Corridor.
Our three-day agenda balances substantive policy discussions with hands-on learning experiences. From morning plenary sessions featuring federal agency leaders to afternoon workshops on specific infrastructure challenges, every moment is designed to maximize your impact. Network during coffee breaks, dive deep into conservation strategies during breakout sessions, and see innovation in action during our exclusive site tours.
The Mississippi River doesn’t recognize city boundaries or state lines—and neither should our solutions. When we work together, we unlock federal resources, amplify our voices in Washington, and create lasting change for the 20 million people who call the Mississippi River Corridor home. This is where local leadership meets national impact.
The MRCTI Annual Meeting rotates among our member cities, showcasing the unique strengths and challenges of communities along the entire Mississippi River Corridor. Our host cities open their doors to demonstrate innovative solutions, share local insights, and provide firsthand perspectives on the opportunities and obstacles facing river-adjacent municipalities from Minnesota to Louisiana.
