Board members make important decisions every day that have an impact on schools, charities, businesses, cities, leagues, churches, and many other organizations. A board must make decisions that are in the best interests of the group it serves. However, communicating clearly, developing policies, working together, and making progress aren’t always easy. Board expert Brent H. Ives knows this all too well. With more than thirty years of experience advising hundreds of boards and putting ... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenters:
David Aranda, Certified Special District Manager
Tawnia Pett, Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District
Tina Knapp, Orange County Sanitation District
New Board members need a good start. An orientation that is comprehensive, factual, and strategic is crucial as they begin their service and provides them with vital information they need. This course is intended for the District administrators to prepare a ... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenter: Debbie Yokota, Special District Risk Management Authority
Having a complete understanding of the potential liability issues in your district can prevent problems in the future and even assist with efficiency and communication protocols. This webinar is a discussion of the legal role of the Board in the management and operation of a public agency and the role of individual Board members acting within the course and scope of their... Details
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On-Demand webinars recommended for Board Members/Trustees:
Keeping Up with the Brown Act
General Manager Evaluations
Good Governance
Who Does What? Best Practices in Board/Staff Roles
Board Member and District Liability Issues 2022
How and Why Involvement iin LAFCO Matters for Special Districts
How to Build a Better Multi-Year Strategic Plan
Effective Meeting Management Through Parliamentary... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenter: Sandy Geroux, Motivational Leadership Speaker
The Board Secretaries / Clerks serving California's public agencies have long been accustomed to juggling multiple priorities and overcoming unfamiliar challenges. However, the new reality of social distancing and uncertain health threats, combined with trying to serve the public virtually, has created the need for a whole new way of working. Join Sandy Geroux, M.S. as she provides a rare ... Details
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On-Demand Webinars recommended for Board Secretary/Clerks:
A Guide to Creating New Board Member Orientations
Keeping Up with the Brown Act
Customer Service Excellence in the Public Sector
How to Handle an Unexpected Surge in PRA Requests
Learn ADA Compliance and Transparency Without Falling Asleep
Records Retention and Management in the Electronic Age
Effective Meeting Management Through Parliamentary... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenters: Douglas Johnson, National Demographers Corporation; Derek Cole, Cole Huber LLP
Every year brings more California Voting Rights Act (CVRA) challenges to at-large (a.k.a. "district-wide") elections for Special District Board Members. This presentation will discuss the requirements of and recent developments concerning (CVRA). The presentation will explain legal requirements and recent court decisions, the risks and costs of... Details
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CSDA Sample Policy Handbook
Our collection of over 100 essential policies includes policies for board and board meetings, administration and financial management, and personnel. The CSDA Sample Policy Handbook is delivered on a USB drive in an editable format to allow you to customize your policies and make your own. Purchase includes a subscription to receive on a quarterly basis a digital copy of any new or updated policies through 2024. While sample policies have been... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenter: Lorenzo Cuesta, California Association of Parliamentarians
A board’s objectives can be efficiently and productively accomplished if a board’s bylaws and the members’ rights are respected. Robert’s Rules of Order assures productive debate, efficient meetings, and protected rights.
Duration: 2 hours
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenter: Jonathan Vick, Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo
On December 15, 2022, the Cal/OSHA Standards Board voted to adopt final regulations for the prevention of COVID-19 in the workplace. The Office of Administrative Law (“OAL”) has 30 working days to approve the new regulation. Once approved, the regulation will remain in effect for two years after the effective date. While many of the requirements of the Emergency Temporary... Details
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