December 4-13, 2006
Texas Association of Counties
PREPARING TO TAKE OFFICE:
A prep school for newly elected officials
Schedule of Events
| 8:00 a.m. |
Registration |
| 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. |
"Life in the Fish Bowl- A Survival Guide for New Officials"
Overview: This video for new county officials explains what kind of trouble a public official can easily get into with lack of knowledge
Introduction to the Texas Association of Counties
Peer to Peer Networking: What are all these different associations and how do they relate to me?
Overview: A description of organizations unique to your office and their roles in county government and the details on specific office orientation provided by the affiliate organizations |
| 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. |
Basics of the County Government System
Overview: A look at all the offices of county government. How does each affect the other? How can they all work together to get the job done? |
| 9:45 - 10:00 a.m. |
Break |
| 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. |
Key Employment Liability Issues
Overview: A discussion of the pitfalls that can occur in hiring, discipline and termination, along with an overview of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the obligation it places on the county |
| 11:30 - 12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
| 12:45 - 1:15 p.m. |
Horror Stories in County Government Litigation
Overview: Examples of real cases that cost counties valuable time and money |
| 1:15 - 2:00 p.m. |
Open Meetings and Purchasing
Overview: When having coffee together or buying from your friends can cause problems |
| 2:00 - 2:15 p.m. |
Break |
| 2:15 - 2:45 p.m. |
Public Information, Ethics and Nepotism
Overview: Critical areas that many citizens watch closely |
| 2:45 - 3:15 p.m. |
Working with the Legislature |
| 3:15 - 3:45 p.m. |
Working Effectively in County Government
Overview: Ex-officials speak on the need for building relationships to make your job easier |
| 3:45 - 4:00 p.m. |
Introduction to TAC Services |
| 4:00 p.m. |
Any Questions?
Overview: An open discussion to answer questions about holding office and county government |
| 4:30 p.m. |
Adjourn |
Agenda subject to change
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