Events

Intellectual PropertyIP Issues for Local Governments This webinar will provide: (i) an overview of copyrights, trademarks, rights of publicity and privacy and defamation, and how these areas relate to municipalities; (ii) methods for protecting a city’s intellectual property through copyright and trademark law and related concepts; and (iii) special considerations associated with online activities and social media.   Speaker: Robert A. Monath Click here to register.

Health & Environment; Public Works; Land UseResiliency Planning *FREE FOR IMLA MEMBERS!  CLE available to Kitchen Sink Subscribers and in some cases to others but fees may apply. This presentation will discuss how different cities are thinking about future trends in zoning and planning, disaster recovery issues, and creating resilient infrastructure.   Speaker: Mary Beth Coburn Click here to view the speakers bio. Click here to register.

Code EnforcementBest Practices in Civil Code Enforcement This presentation will focus on offering some practical tips and insight for city attorneys in handling civil lawsuits against code enforcement violators.   Speakers: Savita Rai, Shannon O'Connor & Janet Spugnardi Click here to register.

PoliceOfficer-Involved Shootings Presentation will cover the use of experts in light of San Francisco County v. Sheehan, White v. Pauly, Plumhoff v. Rickard, and Mullenix v. Luna.   Speaker: Jack Ryan Click here to register.

Telecommunications Cell Tower Leasing for Cities**90 Minutes**Local governments can generate long term revenues by leasing land, water towers and buildings for cellular communications towers and antennas. The key to a successful lease is the rental terms, plus the right terms and protective conditions so as to avoid potential legal landmines. John Pestle, Esq. and Jonathan Kramer, Esq. are highly experienced local government telecommunications attorneys who regularly craft and enforce municipal cell tower leases. In this 90-minute webinar, they will walk you...