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Land Use Webinar

Penn Central Regulatory Takings and Inverse Condemnation Part 1 This presentation will provide an overview of property law and of takings law discussing the differences between a Lucas taking, a Penn Central taking; and the exaction cases Nolan and Dolan and the elements of an inverse condemnation claim. This presentation is the first of a two-part series on takings and condemnation. Speaker: Jefferson L. Blomquist

Telecommunications Webinar

New FCC Order Mandating Approval of Cell Tower Changes The program will cover a new FCC order that expands the types of changes to radio, TV and cell towers that municipalities must approve. Important provisions include the continued need for code compliance, changes in shot clocks and height increases, and narrowing local authority regarding concealed or “stealth” towers.  A related rule-making considers mandating local approval of expansions outside the current tower site.  The program will cover these points, their practical...

Technology Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members

Social Media Policy CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. This webinar will cover IMLA’s Social Media Policy in depth to provide guidance on how a local government should handle a wide range of scenarios involving social media use. Additional topics may be covered. Speaker: Chuck Thompson

Personnel Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members

Arbitrating Collective Bargaining Agreement Issues with Police and Fire during COVID-19 CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. This presentation will address arbitration with police and fire.  As part of the webinar, the discussion will include topics relating to recent issues relating to COVID-19, such as hazard pay, scheduling, shift exchanges, sick leave, and various grievances inspired by the pandemic; Zoom disciplinary proceedings due to Covid-19, and discussion regarding the recent...

Code Enforcement Webinar

Regulating Short Term Rentals The rising popularity of Airbnb and other such platforms had led to a significant increase of availability in short term rental properties. Among these properties are those that do not meet code requirements, which, in many jurisdictions, do not allow short term rentals in certain areas. This webinar will cover effective regulation of short-term rentals with real world examples of existing code enforcement efforts. Speakers: Cathy Cunningham & Roger Horner

Personnel-Diversity Webinar

How to Build a Police Workforce that Reflects Your Community Now more than ever it is important that municipalities, especially law enforcement agencies, reflect the communities they serve, which encompasses employing more women and people of color.  This session will explore actions your municipality can take to diversify its police force and incorporate race equity in the workplace. Speaker: Jana Sullivan

Municipal Governance Webinar

When the Elected Official is the Problem Often we find ourselves scratching our heads at what some of our elected or appointed government officials say whether it’s on social media or in a public meeting. In those moments, what is left on the record are damaging at best and horrific at worst. It falls upon the local government attorneys to protect the client despite these damaging statements. This webinar’s goal is to provide practical recommendations on what to do when...

Environmental Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members

Municipal Bans on Natural Gas Hook-Ups CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. Over 50 municipalities nationwide have considered or enacted all-electric requirements for new construction. These bans are in line with local climate action planning and municipal goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. These bans give rise to new legal questions and challenges. This webinar will cover these legal issues and attempt to provide practical recommendations to those seeking to...

Land Use Webinar

Penn Central Regulatory Takings and Inverse Condemnation Part 2 This presentation will provide an in depth look into the nuances of a Penn Central taking, a discussion of why bulk/area zoning regulations should never give rise to a Penn Central taking claim, and examine the potential problems associated with Monterey as well as whether a moratorium can give rise to a takings claim. This presentation is the second of a two-part series on taking and condemnation. Speaker: Jefferson L. Blomquist

Public Contracts Webinar

Public Private Partnerships: The Answer to the U.S. Infrastructure Problem? A discussion of the benefits and limitations of public private partnerships (P3s) as a method for local governments to develop infrastructure. The presentation will also discuss different P3 models of project delivery, the use of P3s to recycle or monetize existing infrastructure assets, and the issues governments should consider when determining whether a P3 is the best option for a particular project. Speaker: Erlyne Nazaire

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Webinars

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Seminars
2025 IMLA Mid-Year Seminar
Washington, D.C.: April 25 – April 28, 2025
Omni Shoreham Hotel

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2026 IMLA Mid-Year Seminar
Washington, D.C.: April 10 – April 13, 2026
Omni Shoreham Hotel

Conferences
2025 IMLA 90th Annual Conference
New Orleans, Louisiana: Friday, October 17 – Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Hilton New Orleans Riverside

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2026 IMLA 91st Annual Conference
Salt Lake City, Utah: Wednesday, September 23 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City

2027 IMLA 92nd Annual Conference
Denver, Colorado: Thursday, October 14 – Monday, October 18, 2027
Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center

Other Events
IMLA in Italy
Lake Como, Italy
October 16-20, 2024

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