Summer Conference & Awards Banquet
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Salem Convention Center
Salem, Oregon
SDAO and SDIS will be hosting a complimentary, one-day conference and networking event at the Salem Convention Center on September 15th for SDAO members. We are looking forward to the opportunity to provide valuable training, honor our 2022 award recipients, and network with one another after a long pause on in-person events. Registration is now open!
Conference Highlights:
- Complimentary conference registration for members
- Valuable trainings
- Exhibitor trade show
- Complimentary awards banquet
- SDAO Academy, Board Leadership Academy, and Fire District Directors Academy credits offered
- Networking opportunities
- Casino night entertainment
- Raffle prizes
Schedule:
| Time | Meal Room | Breakout Room One | Breakout Room Two |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30-8:15am | Breakfast | ||
| 8:15-8:45am | General Session | ||
| 9-10:30am | Recruiting and Retaining Employees | Board Member Liabilities and Exposures | |
| 10:30-10:45am | Break | ||
| 10:45am-12:15pm | Securing Your Greatness in the Eyes of the Public | Plan and Prepare for the Unexpected: Making a Contingency Plan | |
| 12:15-1:30pm | Lunch | ||
| 1:30-3pm | Building the Board - General Manager Relationship | Oregon's Special Districts Aren't Disneyworld! | |
| 3-3:15pm | Break | ||
| 3:15-4:45pm | Liability Determination Game Show | How to be Civil in Uncivil Times | |
| 4:45-5pm | Break | ||
| 5-6:30pm | Dinner/Awards Banquet | ||
| 6:30-8:30pm | Entertainment - Wild Bill's Casino Night |
*The schedule is still being finalized, and this information may change. Please check back for up to date information.
Hotel information:
The Grand Hotel | 503-540-7800 | Rates $169-209/night + tax | Mention the Special Districts Association of Oregon room block
Phoenix Inn Suites Salem | 503-588-9220 | Rates $139-149/night + tax | Mention the Special Districts Association of Oregon room block