Events

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

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...

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

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

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...