Iowa Streets and Roads Workshop and Conference

About the Workshop

Attend this year’s workshop on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

About the Conference

The 2025 conference, which will be held September 10 and 11, is sure to be one you won’t want to miss! Along with a slate of several relevant presentations, you can look forward to “mousetraps and gadgets” and roundtable discussions. Attendees will have ample time to meet with their peers and many exhibitors.

Note: Attendance to either the workshop or the conference is not necessary to participate in the other.

Who Should Attend

All public employees are invited to attend. Anyone who is in a leadership position, such as a first-line supervisor or aspires to be in such a position, will especially benefit from the workshop. Secondary road and street maintenance supervisors and staff will especially benefit from the conference.

Scholarship Opportunity

Each year, we are able to offer a limited number of scholarships for first-time attendees. Please contact Sherrie LaFleur for more information.

Workshop and Conference Credits

Attendance at the workshop and conference will each provide contact hours toward the Iowa Roads Scholar program.

Accommodations

Rooms are available at the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport for $112 plus tax. Call the hotel directly at 515-287-2400 and mention Streets and Roads to book your room at the block rate. This page will be updated when the block of rooms is near full or when the price increases.

Mousetraps and Gadgets

Do you have an innovative idea or invention that has reduced costs or improved efficiency in your agency? Let us know about it! Send ideas to Sherrie LaFleur.

For More Information

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Sherrie LaFleur.

Vendors

The Iowa Streets and Roads Conference provides vendors with the opportunity to showcase and demonstrate their products. Attendees will primarily be maintenance supervisors and others responsible for maintaining streets and roadways, procuring related equipment and materials, and managing administrative functions.

Display and Setup Information

The display areas consist of an 8′ x 10′ indoor space, with an 8′ table and two chairs plus electricity (if requested) and wireless internet. NOTE: Vendors may register for a maximum of two spaces. Outdoor equipment will not be allowed. Other details about the 2025 setup will be available as the event nears.

Additionally, Vendor Rules and Regulations for 2025 are available at this link.

Become a Reception Sponsor

Vendor sponsorship of the evening reception is encouraged. The bronze sponsorship is $300, silver is $550, and gold is $1,100. Please note your desire to be a sponsor when registering, and we will provide you with additional information. Thank you for your donation!

Registration

Location assignment in the vendor space is based on a first come, first served basis.

Door Prizes

Door prizes will be given out on during the conference. Vendors who are interested in donating door prizes can bring them to the registration area during the conference.

Accommodations

Rooms are available at the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport for $112 plus tax. Call the hotel directly at 515-287-2400 and mention Streets and Roads to book your room at the block rate. This page will be updated when the block of rooms is near full or when the price increases.

Hospitality Rooms

For hospitality rooms, please call the hotel directly at 515-287-2400 and ask for Janice in reservations. There are 7 rooms available on the south veranda that are great for hospitality. We just ask that any activities with our attendees do not conflict with our schedule, including the reception. We appreciate your cooperation!

Questions

If you have any further questions, please be sure to contact Sherrie LaFleur.

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