Delivering on Your Campaign Promises - for New Elects - Dec. 10

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The attorneys of Sands Anderson Marks & Miller and financial consultants of Davenport & Company, experienced advisors to local governments throughout the state, are offering a seminar on subjects of strategic importance for shaping the future of your locality. Three convenient locations make it easy to sign up. Just choose the date and location you prefer when you click "Register for this event" above.

Session Schedule

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Registration and Networking with Other Elected Candidates

10:00 a.m.        Developing the Strategic Plan for Future Growth  

  • The Comprehensive Plan is Your Blueprint
  • The Impact of Zoning and Subdivision Regulations
  • Transportation Planning
  • Water and Sewer Policies

11:00 a.m.        Financing the Infrastructure Needed for Economic Development

  • Special Taxing Districts and CDAs
  • Using a PPEA
  • Proffer and Impact Fee Policies
  • The Latest Financing Tools

12:30                Lunch (Roundtable discussion)

1:15                 Building a Workforce for Tomorrow's Challenges

  • Employment Contracts for the Chief Executive with Performance Goals
  • Cleaning House is Not Easy
  • Developing in Employees a Commitment to Public Service
  • Having a Workforce That Affirms Your Commitment to Diversity

2:15                 Working Under the Scrutiny of the Public Eye and the Press

  • The Requirements of FOIA
  • Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
  • The Public's Right to Know and Comment

3:00                 Open Forum - Questions Answered 

Attend at Blacksburg:  December 10 

  • The Inn at Virginia Tech and Skelton Conference Center, 901 Prices Fork Road, Blacksburg, VA

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Questions? Call (804) 783-6781 or use our Contact Us email form, with your subject Campaign Promises.