PREPARING TO TAKE OFFICE
A prep school for newly elected officials
December 8-18, 2008
Presented by the Texas Association of Counties
Agenda
8 a.m. |
Registration |
8:30-9 a.m. |
“Life in the Fish Bowl – A Survival Guide for New Officials”
This video for new Texas county officials explains what kind of trouble a public official can easily get into with lack of knowledge |
9-9:45 a.m. |
Basics of the County Government System
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 a.m. |
Break |
10-11:30 a.m. |
Key Employment Liability Issues
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 obligations it places on the county |
11:30-12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
12:30-12:45 p.m. |
TAC Services Overview
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12:45-1:30 p.m. |
Public Trust and Public Resources
Examples of real cases that cost the counties valuable time and money |
1:30-2:00 p.m. |
Open Meetings and Purchasing
When having coffee together or buying from your friends can cause problems
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2-2:15 p.m. |
Break
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2:15-3:00 p.m. |
Public Information, Ethics and Nepotism
Critical areas that many citizens watch closely |
3:00-3:30 p.m. |
Working with the Legislature |
3:30-4p.m. |
Working Effectively in County Government
Ex-officials speak on the need for building relationships to make your job easier |
4 p.m. |
Any questions?
An open discussion to answer your questions about holding office and county government |
4:30 p.m. |
Adjourn |
*agenda is subject to change
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