CHGO Attorneys Train Newly Elected Officials
Training for newly elected officials was held on Wednesday, April 27, presented by CHGO attorneys Carl Lumley, Robert Jones, Ed Sluys, Stephanie Karr, Steve Garrett and Ken Heinz on behalf of the Municipal League. Topics included:
Role of the League
Understanding Mayor/Council Powers,
Roberts Rules of Order,
Importance of Good Communication
Working with Neighboring Cities and Officials
Community Best Practices,
Working with Administrators, Staff and the City Attorney
Statutes Governing Municipalities – What You Can and Can’t Do
Open Meetings (Sunshine) Law and How to Avoid Lawsuits
The Authority of Boards and Commissions
Legal Issues/Zoning Decisions
Employment Actions
Conflict of Interest/Ethics
Apr 27, 2016
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