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SDAO Board of Directors and Management Staff Training Series

*This year, we will offer two different training opportunities for special district board members. See below for more information.*

Board Member Duties, Liabilities and Responsibilities

Join Attorney Eileen Eakins for a full-day training tailored to special district board members and management staff. Eileen will provide a comprehensive overview of laws and regulations governing Oregon’s special districts and the public officials that represent them. It is essential training for newly elected board members and newly appointed management staff, but even experienced individuals will benefit from this training.

Dates, Times and Locations
All trainings will be from 9:00am-3:30pm with check in beginning at 8:30am.

  • Aug. 2 | P​endleto​n​ – The Vert Center * Full
  • Aug. 9 | Medford - Rogue Regency Inn *Full
  • Aug. 10 | Cottage Grove – Cottage Grove Events Venue *Full
  • Aug. 15 | Redmond – Eagle Crest Resort *Limited Availibility
  • Aug. 22 | Newport – Best Western Agate Beach Inn * Full
  • Aug. 22 | Virtual *New 
  • Aug. 23 | Salem - Hampton Inn & Suites Salem *Limited Availibility

Please note, many of our August Locations are full at this time. However, we are now offering a virtual option on August 22. If you would like to be added to any of our in-person waitlists, please contact memberservices@sdao.com.

Cost
$75 - In Person (includes lunch, coffee and course materials)

Each SDAO member district is eligible to receive their first registration at no cost. Please use code BMDRL23 at time of registration for this discount. Due to limited scholarships, we cannot guarantee this discount and are offering it on a first come, first served basis.

*Please note, we will only be accepting payment by credit card through the registration site. Need to pay by check? Please submit your payment with a completed paper registration form. Registration will be complete upon receipt of payment and form, if there is still availability. If are registering multiple individuals, please complete a form for each registrant.

Credit Information

  • Board Leadership/Fire District Directors Academy: Module 1: Powers and Protections, Roles and Responsibilities, Ordinances and Resolutions, Public Meetings. Module 2: Public Records, Public Contracting, Local Budgeting and Finance
  • SDAO Academy: District Management: Board Relations (5 Credits), Public Meetings and Public Records (5 Credits)

Register now!

 

NEW!  Board Member Relations, Expectations and Ethics

Join Senior Consultant George Dunkel for a training covering board member relations, expectations, and ethics. A cohesive board is key to the success of a special district as well as understanding your expectations as a board member. You will leave this training with the knowledge to have strong relationships on your board and know what is expected of you. George will also cover the rules regarding ethics for public officials and help you navigate situations you may face. Though different from the board member duties, responsibilities, and liabilities training, there may be some slight overlap as topics tend to relate to one another.

Dates, Times and Locations
All trainings will be from 9am-2pm with check in beginning at 8:30am.

  • Sept. 12 - Ontario | Four Rivers Cultural Center *Canceled!
  • Sept. 13 - Boardman | Port of Morrow *Limited Availibility
  • Sept. 18 - Gold Beach | Curry Public Library
  • Sept. 20 - Klamath Falls | Shilo Inn Klamath Falls *Full
  • Sept. 26 - Astoria | Holiday Inn & Suites Astoria *Full
  • Sept. 27 - Salem | Chemeketa Eola *Full
  • Sept. 27 - Virtual *New!

Cost
$75 - In Person (includes lunch, coffee and course materials)
$35 - Virtual

Each SDAO member district is eligible to receive their first registration at no cost. Please use code BMREE23 at time of registration for this discount. Due to limited scholarships, we cannot guarantee this discount and are offering it on a first come, first served basis.

*Please note, we will only be accepting payment by credit card through the registration site. Need to pay by check? Please submit your payment with a completed paper registration form. Registration will be complete upon receipt of payment and form, if there is still availibility. If are registering multiple individuals, please complete a form for each registrant.
Credit Information

  • Board Leadership/Fire District Directors Academy: Module 1: Roles and Responsibilities, Representing the Board, Ethics
  • SDAO Academy: District Management: Board Relations (5 Credits), Ethics (5 Credits)

Register now!

Cancellations/Refunds
Cancellations received five (5) business days or more prior to the event date will receive a full refund. Refunds may be processed as a check or credit back to the credit card. No shows will be charged.

QUESTIONS

Please contact SDAO Member Services at memberservices@sdao.com with any questions.