Coming in 2026, the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), and Self-Help Enterprises will be hosting convenings focused on investing in rural infrastructure throughout rural California. These events will bring together key stakeholders to discuss challenges, opportunities, and solutions for rural infrastructure development and maintenance. RCRC Deputy Chief Economic Development Officer, Bob Burris, will be among the speakers at each of these events.
Registration is now open for the in-person convenings!
Bakersfield, California
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 9:30am – 2pm
Kern Agricultural Pavilion: 330 E Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Modesto, California
Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 9:30am – 2pm
Stanislaus County Harvest Hall: 3800 Cornucopia Way, Modesto, CA 95358
Virtual Tribal Convening
Date and registration information to be announced.
Focused on infrastructure needs and opportunities for Tribal communities.
Who Should Attend
- Rural community leaders
- Non-profit organizations
- Community-based and civic organizations
- Local, state and Federal government agencies
- Utility providers
- Elected officials
- Financial institutions
- Technical assistance providers
- Philanthropic organizations
Why Attend
- Network with key stakeholders in rural infrastructure development
- Learn about funding opportunities and innovative financing solutions
- Share best practices and lessons learned
- Build partnerships to address shared challenges
- Develop strategies for sustainable rural infrastructure investment
For questions, please contact:
- Modesto event: Leilani Barnett, Senior Outreach Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Leilani.Barnett@sf.frb.org
- Bakersfield event: Jessica Coria, Senior Outreach Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Jessica.Coria@sf.frb.org
- Tribal event: Tracy Choi, Senior Outreach Manager, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco Tracy.Choi@sf.frb.org
This event is hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, Rural Community Assistance Corporation (RCAC), and Self-Help Enterprises.