Special Districts News and Risk Management Review Newsletter

One of the association's most widely recognized publications is the Special Districts News & Risk Management Review newsletter. Published bimonthly, the newsletter contains information about association activities, current events, and new programs and services. The newsletter also covers SDIS Trust news and related issues, including loss control, risk management, insurance coverages, liability issues, workers' compensation, elected officials' exposures, employee benefit insurance, and ancillary coverages. Member contributions are welcome and encouraged.

Members to download newsletters, manuals and other valuable reference materials at no charge.

SDAO 2010 Management & Policy Resource Guide

The Special Districts Management and Policy Resource Guide, 2010 Edition (Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat formats) is intended to assist district board members and managers with the operation of the district they serve. This resource guide can be used as a daily reference tool and an excellent orientation guide for new board members and employees.

CD Rom:

• Member – $15
• Non-member – $25

Printed Version:

• Member – $50
• Non-member - $75

Members to download the Management & Policy Resource Guide at no charge. Each chapter is listed separately by Category within the Reference Library link.

SDAO Boardmanship Training (Video)

This is a videotaped version of the popular boardmanship training seminar that attorney Andy Jordan has conducted many times for SDAO. Some of the topics addressed are district powers, ethics and conflicts of interest, and board member responsibilities. Along with the tape you will receive a helpful booklet for reference with future questions.

• Member - $80
• Non-member – Not available

SDAO Membership Directory

The SDAO Membership Directory is available to SDAO special district and subscriber members in limited quantities. The directory includes the address and phone number of each district member along with a contact person and a listing of the current board members when available.

• Members to download a free copy of the SDAO Membership Directory
• Non-member – Not available

Elected Official Guide

This reference guide will benefit newly elected officials as well as individuals who are considering running for a board position.

Members to download the free copy of the SDAO Elected Official Guide.

Annual Report

Members to download SDAO's 2008 Annual Report at no charge. Once logged in, visit the Reference Library, select the Category "General" and Keyword Search "Annual Report."

Reference Library

SDAO members have access to a large online library of reference materials, manuals and links to important web sites.  The library is searchable by topic or keyword.