Records Management Historic Preservation March 4 | 9 a.m. to Noon Learn about the Delaware Public Archives and receive an overview of records management, including record identification, filing basics, arrangements, system tools, retention schedules, and vital records. March 18 | 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. An overview of the federal-­‐state partnership program for historic preservation, the National Register of Historic Places, benefits of National Register listing, how to find information on historic properties in Delaware, requirement in Delaware law for consideration of historic properties in local governments’ comprehensive plans, outlining the elements to include, and the state’s review process. Presented by Kit Carson, Government Services Manager of Delaware Public Archives, and Jean Townson, Information Resource Specialist ll Strategic Planning March 11 | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Develop a thorough planning process focused on creating a visual document inclusive of all steps to reach goals and protections against failures when staffing changes and other events intervene. Legislative Update March 18 | 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. A state senator and state representative discuss hot legislative topics pertinent to municipalities in 2016, how to understand the budgeting process, and best strategies and techniques to engage with legislators. Presented by Fran Fletcher, Institute for Public Administration, University of Delaware The American Municipality March 11 | 11 a.m. to Noon Discusses the interplay of the federal and state constitutions, laws, and regulations with municipal charters, ordinances, and regulations as those authorities impact the functioning of municipal government and the duties of municipal clerks.
Presented by Roger Akin, Esq.
Local Government March 11 | 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. This panel presentation of four town managers offers perspectives on public management, including the inherent challenges and opportunities of working in each municipality and behind-­‐the-­‐scenes techniques and strategies town managers find helpful in addressing day-­‐to-­‐day internal and external issues. Presented by Eugene Dvornick, Town Manager of Georgetown; Merritt Burke, Town Manager of Fenwick Island; Teresa Tieman, Town Manager of Harrington; and Hal Godwin, Town Manager (Retired) of Newark Cross-­‐Cultural Competent Interactions M O R N I N G S E S S I O N Presented by Alice Guerrant, Historian and Archaeologist with the Delaware Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs March 18 | 9 a.m. to Noon Leaders in business, government, and nonprofits organizations rely on competent professionals who can work and interact effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds in this a global economy. Learn cross-­‐cultural competency skills during this session. Presented by Brenda Soto, PHR, MBA, CSSG, Human Resources Management Consultant Presented by State Senator Bryan Townsend and State Representative Sean Lynn M O R N I N G S E S S I O N M O R N I N G S E S S I O N M O R N I N G S E S S I O N M O R N I N G S E S S I O N 2016 Delaware Master Municipal Clerks Certificate Courses Ombudsperson & Conflict Resolution April 8 | 9 a.m. to Noon Understand the duties of Office of the Ombudsperson for the Common Interest Community, including internal dispute resolution and alternative dispute resolution utilized in resolving community disputes. Presented by Christopher Curtin, Deputy Attorney General and Common Interest Community Ombudsperson Technical Writing & Communication April 15 | 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tips for improving your grammar, writing, and formatting skills. Learn how to write and design more effective messages for any format. Make an impact and build credibility with council and board members, staff, and the community. Presented by Sarah Pragg, Policy Specialist l, Institute for Public Administration, University of Delaware Delaware State Police April 15 | 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. An overview of the Delaware State Police Training Academy, including a tour and classroom instruction offered on various aspects of recruitment, selection, and training as well as areas of specialization in law enforcement. Presented by Lieutenant Joseph Spagnolo, Delaware State Police Training Academy