Ethics of Good Governance: Europe’s 12 Principles of Good Democratic Governance as Applied in the U.S. American cities can adopt a fresh perspective on evaluating their overall performance by considering Europe's 12 Principles of Good Democratic Governance. As municipal attorneys, understanding these principles can enhance ethical standards and further democracy at the local level. This webinar will explore how these principles align with the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and their application in governance. Key topics include: Responsiveness: ABA...

Navigating Changes to Nondiscrimination and Immigration Enforcement Requirements In Revised FAA Grant Agreement Template and Airport Sponsor Grant Assurances FAA’s recent revisions to the Airport Sponsor Grant Assurances and grant agreement template form have raised questions from recipients of FAA grant funding regarding the legal implications of entering into new FAA grant agreements and potential retroactivity of the new requirements.  Some of the recent changes appear to be designed to implement provisions of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, and...

Land Use Law 101 Join experienced land use and local government law practitioner David Warner in this webinar as he explores property rights, regulation of private property, planning, zoning, subdivisions and other modern legal issues in land use law. For those new to land use law, this is a primer on the up-to-date basics you need to know to spot issues and to determine the appropriate course of action. For the experienced practitioner, this presentation not only serves as a...

Accessory Dwelling Units: The Key to Unlocking Affordable Housing This webinar focuses on Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) policy in Denton and Texas, with comparative insights from other states to highlight varying regulatory approaches and outcomes. Topics include the benefits and potential drawbacks of promoting ADU development, as well as impacts on neighborhoods, infrastructure, and housing affordability. The session also examines community sentiment, infill development opportunities, and trends in actual ADU construction by homeowners. This presentation addresses both practical and legal...

Land Use, Zoning, and Affordable Housing: Current Policy and Practice The affordability, availability, and accessibility of housing remains a critical issue across the US. New England states have not been spared in this equation. Recent state legislative action indicates an appetite for change which could spur long-needed construction and development. In this session, leading experts will discuss: the successes and challenges of state-level zoning requirements, balancing local and state control and the impact of state control on home rule, and...

Proof of Citizenship and Other Election Proposals Impacting Voter Access This webinar examines key aspects of voting access and election administration in Arizona, focusing on proof of citizenship requirements and proposed changes to early voting procedures. The session will provide an overview of how Arizona enforces citizenship verification for voter registration, contrasted with current federal legislation and legal standards. It will also explore legislative proposals aimed at reducing the early voting period to expedite election result reporting, alongside concerns raised...

Navigating the New Legal Landscape in President Trump’s Second Term: DEI, Federal Funding, and Litigation Related to Contract and Grant Termination The second Trump administration has ushered in sweeping changes to federal policy on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), fundamentally altering the compliance landscape for municipalities, public agencies, and their partners. Through a series of executive orders, the administration has mandated the termination of DEI-related programs, contracts, and grants, and has introduced new certification requirements tying federal funding to strict...

Ethical Legal Research with Generative AI Sponsored by LexisNexis. CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. This CLE presentation is for legal professionals who want a better understanding of the intersection between generative AI and legal ethics. Beginning with a foundational overview of AI and its generative capabilities, participants will explore the ethical implications as outlined by the American Bar Association (ABA) model rules. Key topics include maintaining competency (Rule 1.1),...

Supreme Court Review for Local Governments: 2024-2025 This is NOT an IMLA webinar and CLE will not be offered. Kitchen Sink Subscribers will need to register for this program, it will not be automatically sent. Hosted by the Local Government Legal Center (LGLC), join legal experts in a discussion of the Supreme Court’s important decisions of the term impacting local governments. The Supreme Court heard several monumental cases this Term, including cases related to: Public safety.  These include regulations pertaining...

Fundamentals of Municipal Finance and Borrowing Municipal attorneys are often asked, “Can we do this?”, when “this” relates to getting, spending, and borrowing money by their municipal clients. This session will consider the essential legal issues attendant to that question. We will discuss basic constitutional issues like public purpose, corporate purpose, and lending of the public credit; the theoretical distinction between taxes and fees; the legal ramifications of that distinction; and other limitations on the ways that municipalities can get...