May 30 - PreemptionSanctuary Policies *FREE LIVE FOR IMLA MEMBERS!  CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. Since the 1980s, cities have adopted various "sanctuary policies" setting out when and in what circumstances local officials participate in federal immigration enforcement. In recent years, however, these policies have come under unprecedented attack. As the federal government has become more dependent on local participation, federal policies have begun targeting local jurisdictions that withhold their...

June 3 - First AmendmentCase Law Update: Post Reed Reed v. Town of Gilbert, 135 S.Ct. 2218 (2015) not only changed the law of sign regulation, but also had ripple effects throughout many First Amendment doctrines affecting local government. This webinar will update attendees on the key developments in sign law, summarize developments in other caselaw affecting local governments, and offer some suggestions for how to approach regulations affecting First Amendment rights in the post-Reed era. Speaker: Susan Trevarthen   Click here to register.

June 4 - Health & EnvironmentStormwater Update Municipal stormwater management can pose a challenge to municipalities. One of the main concerns is pollution and treating stormwater to avoid the negative effects of such contamination. This presentation aims to discuss updates to stormwater management, the legal issues in this area, and best practices. Some topics may be added or removed from this presentation. Speaker: Andre Monette   Click here to register.

June 6 - TelecommunicationsUnderstanding the FCC's 2014 Order Implementing Section 6409(a) The webinar covers the FCC's 2014 Wireless Siting Order that preempts state and local approval for many changes to communications towers and antenna sites. In a new update, it will cover the Order’s relation to and conflicts with the FCC’s September 2018 5G/Small Cell Order intended to aid the installation of thousands of small cell sites in rights of way. The webinar should be of interest to many municipalities,...

June 11 - PreemptionGerrymandering and Local Governance *FREE LIVE FOR IMLA MEMBERS!  CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. With the 2020 census approaching, states will soon begin the process of redrawing Congressional and state legislative districts. In many states, this process has become increasingly politicized and has led to gerrymandered districts. Because state legislatures often exercise broad control over cities and counties, gerrymandering has significant implications for local governance. Learn about...

June 27 - PersonnelWorkplace Investigations It’s inevitable that employers must investigate one or more of their employees, and a thorough investigation means leaving no stone unturned. Whether it’s for alleged substance abuse, job safety violations, workplace theft, discrimination or harassment, a properly-conducted investigation can be a powerful tool for discovering workplace problems and mitigating or even preventing related liability.As an employer, it’s important to understand investigation best practices, including interview techniques, proper documentation and reporting, communication dos and don’ts and records...

July 8 - HomelessnessThe Do’s and Don’ts of Homelessness Ordinances and Policy Homelessness is not a novelty issue for local governments, but surges in addiction have exacerbated the issue. Cities are grappling with managing the various issues homelessness brings. This webinar is aimed to discuss best practices when crafting ordinances and policies addressing homelessness. Some topics may be added or removed from this presentation. Speakers: Gita O’Neill & Meghan Claiborne

July 9 - FinanceMunicipal Bonds This presentation will explain the different roles and duties of municipal lawyers, bound counsel, issuer’s counsel, disclosure counsel and registered municipal advisors in public finance transactions. This presentation will also explain municipal bonds generally and touch on navigating through the course of investigation. Some topics may be added or removed from this presentation. Speakers: Paul Maco & David A. Rogers   Click here to register.

July 10 - Law EnforcementSLLC Presents: Supreme Court Police Cases *FREE LIVE FOR IMLA MEMBERS!  CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. The Supreme Court decided no shortage of police cases this term. Topics covered range from forfeitures to fabrication of evidence to First Amendment retaliatory arrest. Join Lauren Kuley, Squire Patton Boggs, who wrote the SLLC/IMLA amicus brief in a Fourth Amendment impaired driving case and Spencer Driscoll, Sidley Austin, who...

July 11 - PersonnelADA - Reasonable Accomodations and Employment This presentation will discuss ADA requirements in employments. Specifically, it will cover the reasonable accommodation requirements in employment settings using case studies to instruct municipal attorneys how to handle these requests considering the changes in the law. Some topics may be added or removed from this presentation. Speakers: Jonathan Mook & Robin Cross   Click here to register.