Understand the ins and outs of California's open meetings and open public records and how they can affect you. Are you a reporter, a public information and records managers, city managers, special district, county or municipal officials, law enforcement official, attorney or school administrators? Are you uncertain about how the Ralph M. Brown Act and the California Public Records Act laws apply to you? Nearly 60 years ago, when enacting the o...

Understand the data practices and the open meetings law in Minnesota so you can use them to your advantage. This topic will examine the pair of Minnesota "Sunshine" laws: the Government Data Practices Act and the Open Meeting Law. Review the history and development of the two measures and focus on a number of the most challenging and important provisions of the two statutes, as well as the interaction between them and Federal laws, including e...

Become aware of recent sewer innovations and keep your agency or clients ahead of the curve. Many agencies are at a crossroads when they look at their sewer systems. On the one hand, the federal agencies, such as the EPA, are issuing consent decrees for overflows at an accelerating rate; the funds that agencies have are shrinking and much of the experienced staff of these agencies are leaving the work force for a variety of reasons. As sewer s...

Understand the ins and outs of New Jersey's open meetings and open public records and how they can affect you. Uncertain how the Open Public Records Act (OPRA) and The Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) apply to you? This topic will assist attendees in understanding the impact of the OPRA and OPMA requirements in New Jersey. If you're involved with a public entity or if you represent the media, you need to know the ins and outs of OPRA and OPMA....

Understand public records and open meetings law in Idaho so you can stay compliant and use them to your advantage. The public continues to call for transparency in local government. Technology has also made it easier for government entities to share and disclosure information. This topic will take attendees through recent updates to Idaho's statutes and procedures with respect to Public Records and Open Meetings. Come away with a better unders...

Be prepared for specific numeric requirements in storm water permits. For more than two decades, storm water dischargers have complied with permits that impose vague general requirements for implementing best management practices (BMPs). Recently, there has been pressure to include numeric requirements in storm water permits. Numeric requirements would make it easier for agencies and environmental groups to identify which dischargers are viola...

Do you want to know how to minimize the looming pitfalls inherent in public contracting in Illinois? Enhance your knowledge of the complex and always changing system of laws and regulations involved in public contracting and procurement. You will find out not only how to effectively coordinate the public procurement process for construction services, but also how to make strategic decisions concerning bid protests and contractual disputes. Our...

Learn about the latest issues impacting Florida procurement code. This topic provides a thorough understanding regarding the processes and implementation regulations involved in conducting business with the government. Contracting with government entities involves special procedures and rules that closely regulate the manner public funds are expended. Understanding these regulatory mandates can facilitate business success when participating in...

Gain a better understanding of the most pressing New York employment and labor issues. This topic will provide a practitioner with the most up-to-date information in the labor and employment area in New York State. New York State has some of the most stringent requirements in the United States when it comes to labor and employment law. In fact, New York State has criminalized many labor and employment violations. A practitioner must be aware o...

Gain new insights with a comprehensive overview of government financial reporting from beginning to end. Recent financial difficulties of state and local government finances, highlighted by some noteworthy bankruptcy filings, have prompted increased attention on governmental financial statements. The financial statements of these governments and governmental entities can be very confusing, even for the experienced accountant. This live webinar...