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SUMMARY:Ethics Webinar
DESCRIPTION:AI: The Future of Humanity or the End of Civilization\nAI is more than a movie starring Haley Joel Osment from 2001\, it’s a force that has the potential to drastically change the practice of municipal law. This session would examine the various ways A.I. can impact attorneys representing local government. Or\, as AI put it: The presentation will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the legal profession and the justice system\, by providing examples of current and emerging applications of AI in law\, as well as discussing the ethical\, legal\, and social implications of AI in law. \nSpeaker: Darren Shulman
URL:https://imla.org/events/ethics-webinar-8-20-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
CREATED:20240522T205822Z
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SUMMARY:Section 1983 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Section 1983 Update: What You Need to Know in 2024\nThis presentation will provide a case law update on Section 1983 cases in the last year and what to expect in 2024. The presentation will also serve as an overview of Circuit cases covering hot-button issues in today’s legal landscape. From COVID-19 mandates to wrongful conviction\, the Section 1983 Update will cover what municipal lawyers and lawyers who represent municipalities should know and expect when facing Section 1983 cases in 2024. \nSpeaker: Staci J. Miller
URL:https://imla.org/events/section-1983-webinar-8-27-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T174809Z
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SUMMARY:Warrantless Searches Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Exceptions to the Fourth Amendment’s Warrant Requirement: Searches in Businesses and Schools\nThe Fourth Amendment generally requires law enforcement officials to obtain a warrant supported by probable cause before entering or searching a person’s private property. The Supreme Court has carved exceptions to this rule to allow warrantless searches in certain contexts\, including regulated businesses and schools. This presentation will discuss the evolving contours of the warrantless search doctrine and offer tips for government lawyers to keep their law enforcement clients on the correct side of the law. \nSpeaker: Brandon Moulard & Bennett Bryan
URL:https://imla.org/events/warrantless-searches-webinar-10-22-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T140000
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SUMMARY:Public Property Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:Removing Individuals from Public Property\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nMunicipalities often must deal with members of the public who disrupt meetings\, harass employees\, or even threaten to harm elected officials. In such instances\, officials may seek to temporarily remove that person from public property or ban them from re-entering the property. This presentation will cover the legal considerations for municipalities when removing or banning individuals from public property\, including First Amendment implications\, content-neutral justifications for removal\, the importance of providing due process\, and policy recommendations. Special focus will be given to removing disruptive individuals from administrative facilities and nonpublic forums. \nSpeaker: Michael Koss & Kirk T. Ridgway
URL:https://imla.org/events/public-property-webinar-10-24-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T140000
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CREATED:20240830T191646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T191646Z
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SUMMARY:Preemption Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:Texas’ Super Preemption Legislation: The End of Home-Rule Authority in the State?\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nIn 2023\, the Texas Legislature passed the Texas Regulatory Consistency Act\, more commonly known as the super preemption bill\, which purports to preempt municipalities and counties from regulating a broad range of conduct. This webinar will provide an overview of the law\, discuss its legal and policy implications\, and review the pending lawsuit challenging it on the ground that it violates the State constitution’s grant of home-rule authority. \nSpeaker: Mary Marrero
URL:https://imla.org/events/preemption-webinar-10-29-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T150000
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CREATED:20241023T194719Z
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SUMMARY:LGLC Supreme Court Preview for Local Governments: 2024-2025 Term Webinar - This is not an IMLA Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Supreme Court Preview for Local Governments: 2024-2025 Term\n\nThis is NOT an IMLA webinar and CLE will not be offered. \nHosted by the Local Government Legal Center (LGLC)\, join legal experts in a discussion of the new Supreme Court term and what decisions local governments should watch. The Supreme Court will rule on several major cases this term\, including issues related to: \n\nThe Clean Water Act\nSo-called “ghost guns”\nTitle VII Claims and “majority discrimination”\nFourth Amendment claims and the “Moment of Threat” doctrine\nThe Fair Labor Standards Act\, and\nADA claims involving post-retirement health benefits\n\nSeveral other cases on the Court’s docket may impact local governments’ finances and obligations under various federal statutes. \nThe LGLC is a coalition of national local government organizations formed in 2023 by the National Association of Counties (NACo)\, National League of Cities (NLC) and International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) to provide education to local governments regarding the Supreme Court and its impact on local governments and local officials and to advocate for local government positions at the Supreme Court in appropriate cases. Visit the Local Government Legal Center to learn more. \nSpeakers: Amanda Karras\, Meaghan VerGow & Aileen McGrath
URL:https://imla.org/events/lglc-supreme-court-preview-10-31-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T130000
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CREATED:20240312T145123Z
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SUMMARY:Legal Writing Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Drafting\, Editing\, and AI\nThis workshop gives you a chance to learn about the perils–and promise–of AI-assisted writing. \nSpeaker: Patrick Barry
URL:https://imla.org/events/legal-writing-webinar-11-5-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T130000
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SUMMARY:Evidence Webinar
DESCRIPTION:FRE 702 Update and Sampling of Experienced Law Enforcement Expert Utilization Strategies\nChallenges\, limitations\, and exclusions of law enforcement operations experts have been increasing. Some federal circuits have been increasing scrutiny of expert testimony admission. The Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE) Rule 702: Testimony by Expert Witnesses was updated on December 1\, 2023. This program includes: (1) review of FRE 702\, (2) common grounds for law enforcement expert limitation and exclusion\, and (3) strategies identified and experienced over several decades to help optimize appropriate use of and neutralization of law enforcement operational experts. \nSpeaker: Michael Brave\, M.S.\, Esq.
URL:https://imla.org/events/evidence-webinar-11-7-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000
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SUMMARY:Zoning Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:Regulating Pickleball Noise: Legal Strategies to Avoid Controversy in City Hall and the Community\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nToo often cities are becoming embroiled in raucous public meetings\, adverse publicity\, and lawsuits due to conflict between pickleball players and residential neighbors.  We will review the rapid growth and genuine benefits of pickleball as a recreation for your city.  We give a brief introduction to acoustic sciences and why this noise is different from tennis and genuinely annoying to the neighbors.  The shortfalls in the typical noise enforcement ordinances are explained\, as well as why pickleball noise is so difficult to quantify with a decibel meter.  We will review litigation examples around the county as municipalities defend themselves from poor planning choices.  We discuss the range of costly and difficult after-the-fact mitigation solutions such as noise barrier walls\, limiting hours of play\, and attempts to mandate quiet equipment.  We review some of the zoning\, planning and permitting ordinances adopted in recent years as cities learn to avoid a problem that is so difficult to correct once the mistake has been made. \nSpeaker: Charles Leahy\, Rob Mastroianni & Kathleen Romito
URL:https://imla.org/events/zoning-webinar-11-12-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T140000
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CREATED:20240717T202113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T181531Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity Essentials for City Attorneys: Protecting Your Municipality in the Digital Age\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nJoin us for an in-depth look at the cybersecurity landscape facing municipalities today. This webinar will break down complex concepts into actionable insights\, covering everything from the basics of the “CIA Triad” to real-life case studies of cyber incidents in cities. Participants will gain a clear understanding of their role in mitigating cyber risks\, including legal and ethical considerations\, and practical steps to enhance their city’s cybersecurity posture. \nSpeaker: Ravinder Singh Arneja & Bryan Singh Arneja
URL:https://imla.org/events/cybersecurity-webinar-11-14-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
CREATED:20240916T172414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T172510Z
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SUMMARY:Evaluating Emotional Distress Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Quantifying the Unseen: Scientific Evaluation of Mental Anguish and Emotional Distress\nIn today’s complex legal landscape\, accurately evaluating mental anguish and emotional distress is essential. This talk will delve into scientific methodologies for assessing emotional suffering\, focusing on the Quality-Adjusted Life Years (QALY) metric. This approach\, grounded in medical and behavioral science research\, provides a robust\, science-based framework that meets the rigorous Daubert standard for admissible evidence. Key topics include defining mental anguish\, overcoming subjective evaluation challenges\, and seamlessly integrating quantitative and qualitative data. Through compelling real-world examples and case studies\, attendees will see these concepts in action. For lawyers\, this approach translates to more precise\, objective\, and defensible evaluations of mental distress\, ensuring fairer outcomes in court. By adopting QALY\, legal professionals can argue for just compensation with greater authority and confidence. Join us to enhance your practice\, impress judges and juries\, and better serve your clients with cutting-edge\, scientifically validated tools. If you would like to get post-training resources from the trainer Dr. Geb Tsipursky\, go to https://tinyurl.com/daeevent \nSpeaker: Dr. Gleb Tsipursky
URL:https://imla.org/events/evaluating-emotional-distress-webinar-11-19-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T130000
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SUMMARY:Ethics and AI for Local Government Webinar - Free Live
DESCRIPTION:Ethical Considerations for the Use of Gen AI in Municipal Practice\nSponsored by Thomson Reuters.\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nJoin us for a virtual CLE course exploring the ethical considerations of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the practice of law. In this course\, we will delve into the evolving role of AI in the legal landscape and explore practical applications for implementing AI responsibly. In addition\, this engaging session will cover the following key areas: \n\nFoundational understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) and generative AI\nInherent risk within the use of generative AI\nUnderstanding appropriate times to deploy AI\, as well as situations where ethically\, AI requires supervision or may not be the ideal tool\nConsiderations of the use of generative AI regarding the ABA Model Rules\nThomson Reuters’ approach to artificial intelligence in the legal landscape\n\nSpeaker: Christie Weidemann\, Esq.
URL:https://imla.org/events/ethics-and-ai-for-local-government-webinar-12-4-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T130000
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CREATED:20241015T210838Z
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SUMMARY:Trial Procedure Webinar
DESCRIPTION:An Overview of Voir Dire in a Criminal Trial: Tips To Overcome Some of The Challenges a Prosecutor Faces\nProsecutors typically handle a large jury trial docket\, with very little time to prepare for voir dire prior to trial. However\, voir dire is one of the most important parts of a criminal trial. This presentation will focus on a general overview of the process of voir dire in a criminal trial. It may touch upon some processes that are specific to a particular state\, but much of the overview and tips can apply across all jurisdictions. \nSpeaker: Robyn Katz
URL:https://imla.org/events/trial-procedure-webinar-12-5-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T140000
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CREATED:20241003T195322Z
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SUMMARY:Ethics in Local Government Webinar
DESCRIPTION:When City Hall is a House Divided: Ethical Challenges\nMunicipal Lawyers typically represent local government organizations but sometimes have individual public officials as clients. Internal Investigations\, Lawsuits\, Grievances\, Complaints\, Code Enforcement\, and Politics can create factions in city leadership and raise ethical tension for attorneys. The presentation will cover ABA Rules 1.2: Scope of Representation\, 1.4: Communications\, 1.6: Confidentiality\, 1.7: Duty to Current Clients (Conflicts of Interest)\, 1.9: Duty to Former Clients\, 1.10: Imputation of Conflicts of Interest\, and 1.13: Organization as Client. \nSpeaker: Alan Bojorquez
URL:https://imla.org/events/ethics-in-local-government-webinar-12-6-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T130000
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CREATED:20240820T192455Z
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SUMMARY:Affordable Housing Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:Creating Affordable Housing: Madison’s Experience\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nCreating affordable housing is a major challenge for municipalities everywhere. In addition to the politics\, financing affordable housing deals requires combinations of lending programs and creative solutions to fill financing gaps. This presentation will discuss the problems in creating and financing affordable housing for families and students\, and methods the City of Madison\, Wisconsin has been using to solve these issues including tax incremental financing\, the creation of an affordable housing fund\, and permitting density in exchange for affordability. \nSpeaker: Kevin Ramakrishna
URL:https://imla.org/events/affordable-housing-webinar-12-10-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T140000
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CREATED:20241014T151719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T151803Z
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SUMMARY:RLUIPA Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act\nThe presentation will focus on the nuts and bolts of RLUIPA\, including its prohibition on substantial burden\, unequal treatment\, discrimination\, unreasonably limiting or totally excluding religious exercise\, the definition of religious exercise\, the types of regulations covered by RLUIPA\, and other topics. Mr. Sacks will discuss real cases examples and his experiences with RLUIPA cases. Participants will be invited to ask questions at the end. \nSpeaker: Noah Sacks
URL:https://imla.org/events/rluipa-webinar-12-12-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T140000
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CREATED:20241014T152638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T180815Z
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SUMMARY:Ordinance Drafting Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Ordinance Drafting for Local Government Attorneys \nCity attorneys draft many kinds of important documents for their client – from contracts\, policies and procedures\, resolutions\, to ordinances. This session will review the most common\, basic elements of municipal ordinances. We’ll take a look at best practices for ordinance titles\, legislative findings\, statutorily required provisions\, common boilerplate provisions\, and clear and concise legislative drafting. This session will also review some of the key sources of model ordinances and useful resources for tips on legislative drafting. \nSpeaker: Kyle Shephard
URL:https://imla.org/events/ordinance-drafting-webinar-12-17-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T140000
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CREATED:20241015T210704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T210704Z
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SUMMARY:PFAS Webinar - Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:New PFAS Regulations and What’s Ahead\nSponsored by Stag Liuzza.\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nThis webinar offers a deep dive into the current regulatory framework governing PFAS\, focusing on the impact of new EPA regulations for municipal water systems. Learn about the latest EPA mandates and what new regulatory issues may be ahead for public wastewater and other contaminated municipal properties. \nSpeaker: Michael G. Stag & Ashley M. Liuzza
URL:https://imla.org/events/pfas-webinar-12-20-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
CREATED:20241029T151815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T151815Z
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SUMMARY:Police Liability Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Tackling Section 1983 Monell Claims in Police Litigation\nThe presentation on defending Monell claims in Section 1983 police litigation will delve into the intricacies of establishing a solid defense to Monell claims faced by a municipality. It will cover the legal standards and strategies for countering claims based on alleged policy or custom violations\, using case examples from police shootings\, reversed convictions\, and deaths in custody. Additionally\, it will provide guidance on leveraging client documents and expert testimony to demonstrate sound policies and practices\, emphasizing the importance of a robust defense framework. \nSpeaker: Avi Kamionski & Shneur Nathan
URL:https://imla.org/events/police-liability-webinar-1-7-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
CREATED:20241101T202328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T174910Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Keeping Pace with Employment Law\nNew employment laws and regulations as well as recent court decisions include everything from the Pregnancy Fairness Act and the EEOC’s regulations\, the Supreme Court’s recent expansion of what constitutes an adverse employment action\, and using AI in the workplace. If ensuring compliance with these developments is not enough\, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is preparing to implement a slew of worker-friendly priorities if a new administration does not get in the way. Address the significant labor and employment law developments that are\, and will be\, affecting your operations and the landscape of employment law. \nSpeaker: Jonathan Mook & Roberta “Robin” Cross
URL:https://imla.org/events/employment-webinar-1-24-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
CREATED:20241014T153124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T153124Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Attorney’s Guide to Stress Mastery: Evidence-Based Strategies for Resilience\nLegal professionals operate in high-stress environments\, where stress management and resilience are crucial for success. This workshop offers evidence-based strategies such as mindfulness\, cognitive restructuring\, and self-care\, validated to reduce stress and enhance well-being. Gain valuable tools to find more productivity\, more income\, and most importantly more peace. \nParticipants will gain insights into the impact of chronic stress on legal professionals\, emphasizing the significance of resilience. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises\, attendees will learn to integrate stress-reducing habits into their daily routines\, supported by scientific research and real-life case studies. \nSpeaker: Brooke Walker
URL:https://imla.org/events/wellness-webinar-1-21-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
CREATED:20241003T203407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T201641Z
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SUMMARY:Public Comment Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Public Comment – The Good\, The Bad\, and The Legal\nAs Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) from the show Parks and Rec humorously stated: “What I hear when I’m being yelled at [during a public meeting] is people caring loudly at me.” This presentation will explore the benefits of public comment\, some of the issues commonly associated with public comment\, and what you can do to address those issues. \nSpeaker: Randall “Randy” Van Vleck\, Todd Sheeran & Neal Falgoust
URL:https://imla.org/events/public-comment-webinar-1-22-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
CREATED:20241003T204027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T204027Z
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SUMMARY:Technology Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Public Safety Trainers\, Educators\, and Instructional Designers\nArtificial Intelligence (AI) is here and is not something futuristic. AI will not take away your job\, but someone who knows how to use AI will take it! \nAs a public safety trainer\, educator\, supervisor\, instructional designer\, or expert witness\, learn how to integrate cutting-edge technology into your education and training programs! \nHere are some key topics discussed in this timely webinar: \n\nUnderstanding AI Basics and Applications: Gain insights into what AI is\, its current applications in various fields\, and why it’s becoming increasingly relevant in educational contexts.\nApplying AI to Public Safety Training: Explore specific ways AI can be leveraged to enhance public safety training and instructional design\, potentially improving efficiency and effectiveness.\nIncorporating AI Tools into Training Programs: Learn practical methods to integrate AI tools into existing training programs to achieve better learning outcomes. This could include using AI for content creation\, lesson planning\, quizzes\, scripting\, voice generation\, and more.\nDeveloping Effective AI “Prompts”: Understand how to create prompts or cues that effectively guide AI systems to produce desired outputs\, enhancing the usability of AI tools in training.\nDemonstrating AI Tools: Get hands-on demonstrations of select AI tools for content creation and learner data analysis. This can include creating lesson outlines\, generating lesson plans\, analyzing quiz results\, and utilizing AI for scripting and voice generation tasks.\nDiscussing Ethical Issues and Agency AI Policy: Address the ethical considerations of using AI in public safety training\, focusing on privacy\, security\, and fairness. Understand the importance of developing clear agency policies regarding AI usage to mitigate potential risks.\nSummarizing AI Copyright and Legal Limitations: Learn about the legal aspects of AI usage in educational contexts\, including copyright issues related to AI-generated content. Understand your rights and limitations when using AI tools for content creation.\nParticipants can expect to gain practical knowledge on how to integrate cutting-edge AI technology into their educational and training programs\, potentially revolutionizing how they develop\, deliver\, and update their curriculum. This session promises to be a valuable\, non-technical opportunity for anyone looking to stay ahead in educational technology and innovation within the realm of public safety training.\n\nStay ahead of the AI technology curve! Equip yourself with the knowledge to leverage AI in your field while discovering innovative ways to improve training effectiveness and efficiency. \nSpeaker: John G. Peters\, Jr.\, Ph.D.
URL:https://imla.org/events/technology-webinar-1-28-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T130000
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SUMMARY:Professionalism & Ethics Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Managing the Minefield: Practical Approaches to Difficult Lawyers and Clients\nThis program will tackle the complex ethical challenges posed by bullying and uncivil behavior in the legal profession—not only from colleagues but also from clients. In addition to addressing how bullying and harassment among lawyers can undermine ethical practice\, harm workplace culture\, waste the client’s time and resources\, and compromise mental health\, the program will explore situations where clients pressure their attorneys to act aggressively or unprofessionally. We will discuss the relevant Texas disciplinary rules and look at some real-world examples to learn how to identify and respond to both peer and client-driven bullying and unprofessional expectations\, equipping you with strategies to maintain your ethical obligations. This program emphasizes the importance of being prepared to manage difficult behaviors without compromising your professional integrity. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nKnow the key ethics Rules and other resources that govern ethical and professional conduct in the practice of law\nIdentify bad behavior by other lawyers in any situation and develop strategies for dealing with it\nRecognize that communication is the key to managing clients\nHave a plan to take action when you encounter “bad behavior” whether from lawyers or clients\n\nMain Texas Disciplinary Rules Covered: \n\nCompetent and Diligent Representation: Rule 1.01\nCommunication: Rule 1.03\nMeritorious Claims and Contentions: Rule 3.01\nMinimizing the Burdens and Delays of Litigation: Rule 3.02\nCandor Toward the Tribunal: Rule 3.03 (and it’s 15 Comments)\nFairness in Adjudicatory Proceedings: Rule 3.04\nRule 4.01: Truthfulness in Statements to Others\nRule 4.04: Respect for Rights of Third Persons\n\nSpeaker: Jeanne M. Huey
URL:https://imla.org/events/professionalism-ethics-webinar-1-30-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T140000
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SUMMARY:Immigration Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:Federal Immigration and Local Governments\nThis webinar will cover immigration laws and recent legal actions affecting local government.  The presentation will analyze recent lawsuits filed by the federal government against state and local governments\, which will include a discussion of a) express preemption under 8 USC 1373; b) allegations of discrimination against the federal government; and c) conflict preemption regarding federal immigration enforcement.  The presentation will also discuss the withholding of funds and new grant conditions\, which will include a review of what happened in the litigation concerning the Byrne Jag litigation during the first Trump administration. Additional topics may be added given the rapidly changing legal landscape.  \nSpeakers: Rick Su & Amanda Karras
URL:https://imla.org/events/immigration-webinar-2-18-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T140000
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SUMMARY:Environmental Webinar – Free Live For IMLA Members
DESCRIPTION:Products Liability Law and Emerging Water Contaminants: Legal Strategies to Recover Regulatory Compliance Costs\nCLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. \nThis webinar will first provide a brief update on state and federal standards for contaminants in drinking water\, wastewater\, and biosolids\, as well as the challenges and costs that recent and anticipated regulatory developments present for municipalities. Contaminants addressed may include PFAS\, 1\,4-dioxane\, 1\,2\,3-TCP\, perchlorate\, and others pending legislation at the time of the webinar. Then\, we will discuss how municipalities affected by contamination have used products liability principles to pursue legal action against the manufacturers responsible for pollution\, referencing several case studies from successful litigation. Ken Sansone will explain the full legal process used in these cases\, from initial detection of contaminants to the receipt of compensation. Attendees will gain a greater understanding of how local governments can reduce the financial impact of compliance with new water quality regulations by shifting the costs to manufacturers. \nSpeaker: Ken Sansone
URL:https://imla.org/events/environmental-webinar-3-4-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T140000
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CREATED:20241115T212921Z
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SUMMARY:Constitutional Law/Home Rule Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Constitutional Framework of the United States and the Role of Local Government Attorneys\nThis course will provide an overview of the governing structure in the United States (think Civics 101) and discuss how the dynamics of federalism and home rule authority impact the role of the local government attorney in the US. \nSpeaker: Katie Hodgdon
URL:https://imla.org/events/constitutional-law-home-rule-webinar-3-6-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T140000
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CREATED:20241029T151948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T193532Z
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SUMMARY:Religion Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Practical Implications of the Supreme Court’s Recent Free Exercise and Establishment Decisions\nThis webinar will address the practical implications of recent Supreme Court decisions about the Free Exercise and Establishment Clauses. Led by a practicing First Amendment lawyer and a First Amendment specialist at UVA Law School\, it will cover religious exemptions from civil rights law\, prayer in public schools\, school funding decisions\, and ways in which rhetoric about religious freedom can affect case outcomes. Both of the speakers have substantial expertise working with (and representing) local governments\, and will aim to provide useful guidance to lawyers seeking to navigate the Supreme Court’s rapid transformation of the First Amendment \nSpeaker: Joshua Matz & Rich Schragger
URL:https://imla.org/events/religion-webinar-3-11-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T140000
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CREATED:20250116T203214Z
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SUMMARY:Procurement & Contracting Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Contracting for Municipal Attorneys \nThis program will focus on the complexities of advanced public contract with value or qualification based procurement processes and alternative project delivery models becoming more common to sustainable govern programs\, construction and climate response.   Learn how to move from traditional\, price based selection to advanced\, performance based contracting that lends itself to both sustainable facilities and practices. Learn the traps for the unwary in P3 contracting and know how to protect your municipality while ensuring a deal that’s financeable. \nSpeaker: Steven “Tip” Torres
URL:https://imla.org/events/procurement-contracting-webinar-3-20-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T165339
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SUMMARY:LGLC Impacts of Federal Immigration Policy on Local Governments - This is not an IMLA Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Impacts of Federal Immigration Policy on Local Governments (Part 2)\n\nThis is NOT an IMLA webinar and CLE will not be offered. \nHosted by the Local Government Legal Center (LGLC)\, join us for a second informational (not for CLE) webinar regarding the executive orders issued this year and federal policies in the area of immigration and how they may impact local governments and local government officials. Presenters will provide a high-level overview of the laws at issue and their impact on local government operations and duties. \nThe LGLC is a coalition of national local government organizations formed in 2023 by the National Association of Counties (NACo)\, National League of Cities (NLC) and International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) to provide education to local governments regarding the Supreme Court and its impact on local governments and local officials and to advocate for local government positions at the Supreme Court in appropriate cases. Visit the Local Government Legal Center to learn more.
URL:https://imla.org/events/lglc-impacts-of-federal-immigration-policy-on-local-governments-5-19-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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