Title of Session or Presentation:

California Local Government Finance Salmagundi with Michael Coleman

Description of Session:

Celebrate the season with your CSMFO North Coast Chapter in Cotati! We’re closing out the year with great company, good food, and valuable insights from Michael Coleman, California’s leading authority on local government finance.

During this special session, Michael will deliver “California Local Government Finance Salmagundi”. A longtime speaker at our annual conference and chapter meetings, Michael Coleman will provide a timely look at key finance topics affecting California public finance professionals. With his deep understanding of California's financial landscape, Michael will draw from a fascinating mix of topics, offering relevant insights into current finance trends, ballot measures, and evolving legislative and policy matters. Join us to benefit from his long-standing experience and unique perspective on the issues that directly affect your work.

Arrive early to enjoy a festive luncheon and our annual mug exchange, then stay afterward for the holiday social featuring networking, light refreshments, and our annual toy drive supporting local families. You’ll also have the opportunity to pre-order exclusive North Coast Chapter swag before the February CSMFO Conference! 

Speakers:

Michael Coleman

Speaker Bio:

Michael Coleman is a leading expert on California local government revenues, spending and financing. He is the creator of CaliforniaCityFinance.com, the California Local Government Finance Almanac, an online resource of data, analyses and articles on California municipal finance and budgeting. He is the principal fiscal policy advisor to the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) and, for over twenty-five years, to the League of California Cities. Coleman is a popular presenter at graduate schools and conferences and is the author of numerous articles and references including the California Municipal Revenue Sources Handbook, and, as co-author with Mike Multari, Ken Hampian and Bill Statler, the Guide to Local Government Finance in California published by Solano Press. 

Additonal Notes:

Mug Exchange: Bring a wrapped mug to participate.
Toy Drive: Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate.
Swag Preorders: North Coast-branded gear available to order before the 2026 Conference.

Student members can attend for free including having lunch.

Registration Deadline:

Friday, December 5, 2025

Registration Fee:

Members $35, Non-Members $45

This meeting qualifies for 2 hours of Technical CPE

Upcoming Meeting Dates:

01/19/2026 - Executive Caucus Meeting

02/18/2026 - Leadership Group - Pre-Conference

02/26/2026 - North Coast Conference Meet-up

3/26/2026 - San Rafael - AI and Setting Up a Winning Policy