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
Presenters: Rebecca Wilson, Lozano Smith, Attorneys at Law
Get a comprehensive overview of liability concerns affecting special districts and their board members. This presentation provides essential guidance on understanding, managing, and mitigating liability risks while serving your community effectively.
Duration: 1 hour
Eligible for SDRMA Credit Incentive Points
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On-Demand webinars recommended for Board Members/Trustees:
Maximize Your Membership Series: Resources for Board Members
Demystifying LAFCOs
General Manager Evaluations: A Strategic Approach that Works
Who Does What? Best Practices in Board/Staff Roles
Board Member and District Liability Issues 2025
How to Build a Better Multi-Year Strategic Plan
Effective Meeting Management Through Parliamentary... Details
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On-Demand Webinars recommended for Board Secretaries and Clerks:
Maximize Your Membership Series: Resources for Board Secretaries/Clerks
A Guide to Creating New Board Member Orientations
Customer Service Excellence in the Public Sector
Successful Communication Strategies for Public Agencies
California Public Records Act Update
Tune Up to Get, and Stay, in Peak Legal Shape
Understanding the Roles/Responsibilities ... Details
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This manual includes an overview of the Brown Act as well as guidelines and tips for complying with various meeting agenda, notice, public participation and public reporting requirements.
The 2026 revision has been specially formatted for distribution to your agency's board, as it contains the complete text of the Brown Act (Government Code Sections 54950-54963) as well as crucial updates related to SB 707.
CSDA thanks contributor Donald Davis, Esq. and the ... Details
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Includes 5 copies
This manual includes an overview of the Brown Act as well as guidelines and tips for complying with various meeting agenda, notice, public participation and public reporting requirements.
The 2026 revision has been specially formatted for distribution to your agency's board, as it contains the complete text of the Brown Act (Government Code Sections 54950-54963) as well as crucial updates related to SB... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenters: Dmitry Semenov, Ridgeline Municipal Strategies, LLC; Rick Brandis, Oppenheimer & Co.; Sandeep Karkal, Novato Sanitary District
The session will discuss key considerations for capital project financing (bonds, private placements, financing leases, and government loans - USDA, SRF, WIFIA, etc.) and how market conditions impact your district's ability to obtain financing. The session focuses on practical aspects of capital... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenters: Gary Bell and Aleks Giragosian, Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC
Special districts regularly contract for public works, services, equipment, and supplies. This presentation will discuss the different procedures when contracting for each, the requirements, policies, and ordinances needed by state law, and best practices and pitfalls to avoid for staff and board members. Getting contracting right up front saves time and expense ... 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 a digital copy of any new or updated policies through 2026. While sample policies have been vetted by CSDA Business... Details
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On-Demand Webinar
Presenter: Jeff Hoskinson, Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo
Overview of controlling laws and regulations related your special district governance, from elections, to vacancies, to the transition to By-Division voting, and beyond.
Duration: 1 hour
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