On March 12, 2014, the National Contract Management Association Free State Chapter is hosting an educational program you won’t want to miss. Nine experts from Crowell & Moring LLP will cover four vitally important topics: 1. Counterfeit Parts Under the Microscope: Is Your Company Ready for New DoD Regulations? 2. Introduction to Organizational Conflicts of Interest: Learning How to Spot, Avoid and Resolve a Serious Procurement Pitfal...

Eliminate problems upfront by adhering to public meeting and recordkeeping requirements. Find out what Louisiana law has to say about balancing the public's right to information with the individual's right to privacy. If you're involved with a public entity or if you represent the media, you need to know the ins and outs of federal and state public records and open meetings laws. Join us for this seminar and you will get updates on recent dev...

Although roundabouts have proven safety and operational benefits, proper planning and engineering design is essential for roundabouts to function correctly. This live webinar is your opportunity to better understand modern roundabouts and their installation, learn specific design skills and current practices, and apply roundabout design principles to projects in your region. This live webinar will emphasize both basic and advanced roundabout...

It is rare for municipal debt to remain outstanding through final maturity. Issuers need to understand options available to them in restructuring their bonds in all circumstances. We will discuss in depth issues surrounding common types of restructuring including current and advance refundings as well less common types of restructuring including open-market purchases and tender programs. In addition, we will discuss aspects of municipal bankr...

Discover key ways to navigate the minefields of public contracting and procurement code with ease. Do you want to know how to minimize the looming pitfalls inherent in public contracting? Now you can - attend this seminar and enhance your knowledge of the complex and always changing system of laws and regulations involved in public contracting and procurement. You will find out not only how to effectively coordinate the public procurement proc...

Storm water regulations are constantly evolving - make sure you know the issues from all perspectives. From recent litigation to changing permit standards, failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. In this seminar, you will get answers to all your questions, such as: What new case and policy decisions impact my practices? What are the latest trends in the water quality arena? Here is your chance to le...

Transforming Data to DecisionsA Roadmap to Revenue for Data AnalyticsThis two-day course will prepare functional managers and business practitioners to finally make sense of data analytics and take control of the analytic process. “Transforming Data to Decisions” develops core skills for business analytics and lays the foundation for data-intensive analytic projects that deliver insight, clarity, confidence and sound decision suppo...

Wetlands regulations are changing - concerned about how your practices may be impacted? The last few years have seen much change in wetland regulation across the Chesapeake Bay area. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has stepped up its efforts to decrease the threat to wetlands with the Comprehensive Wetland Program Plan and the Water Protection Permit Program. Negotiating the multi-layered state and federal wetland regulatory p...

This live webinar will provide a basic understanding of form-based codes (FBC); how they are different, how they can be applied, and how they can help implement more sustainable communities. Lessons learned and steps toward beginning the process will provide you with a clear path toward a successful form-based code. Legal and practical considerations associated with adopting form-based zoning regulations will be reviewed. Form-based provision...

501(c)(3) organizations are subject to very specific rules - and very harsh penalties - with respect to both lobbying and political activity. Lobbying is permitted, but only in specific circumstances. Political activity is never permitted. This live webinar will explain, in plain English, how to avoid the pitfalls and how to take advantage of the opportunities available to 501(c)(3) organizations. Practical guidance will be provided as to the...