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Friday, April 15th, 2022 VIRTUAL - GOTOMEETING

See email invitation for link

9:00  - 9:15 a.m.          

Meeting Opener/Introduction

Kathleen Hostutler

Human Resource Administrator

Geauga County

Presenter #1 – 9:15 – 10:15 a.m.    

Government Ethics - refresher

Susan Willeke

Education & Communications Administrator

Ohio Ethics Commission

William Green Building

30 W. Spring St.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

(614) 466 – 7090

www.ethics.ohio.gov

susan.willeke@ethics.ohio.gov

Presenter #1 – 10:15-11:15 a.m

How to   Hold Difficult Conversations

Aimee   Reilly, MSW, LISW-S, LICDC, CCM 

Department   Manager, Lifestyle EAP 

Cleveland   Clinic Wellness

1950 Richmond   Road 

Lyndhurst, OH   44124 

Mobile:   216-372-9160

http://www.clevelandclinicwellness.com/ | https://lifestyleeap.com/

Friday, July 8th, 2022  in-person meeting

PLAIN CITY Der Dutchman Restaurant  

445 S. Jefferson St.

Plain City, OH  43064

(614) 873-3414

9:30 – 10:00 AM              Registration and Continental Breakfast

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM     First Amendment & Social Media Workshop for Employers

                                          Brian Butcher, Esq. & Andrew Esposito, Esq.

                                          Clemans Nelson & Associates, Inc. 

In the era of social media, public unrest, and political division, it can be challenging to monitor and respond to employee speech that is in the margins, or worse, clearly inappropriate. This session will review the fundamentals of protected speech and explore employer options when employee speech is unprotected and inappropriate. A Q/A will follow, then a practical discussion about what to include in your policy manual to protect your organization and help set employee expectations. We will close with a review of case studies designed to help you navigate these waters and avoid First Amendment landmines.   

12:00 – 1:00 PM               Buffet Lunch

1:00 – 2:00 PM                 The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Safety Teams

                                           Lisa Houston, Safety Consultant Specialist 

                                           Ohio BWC

This session will discuss key elements to help you start, improve, or sustain a safety team. Whether you are working with a safety team or “flying solo,” you are sure to find some valuable tools, problem-solving tips, or other takeaways to help strengthen your organization’s safety culture. 

2:00 – 2:30 PM                  Why Property Appraisals are Important & How to Get the Most Out of                               
                                           Them 

                                            Sherry Barbosky, Underwriting Manager
                                           CORSA

This is a refresher on why property appraisals are needed, tips for coordinating a smooth assessment, and how you can get the most out of the experience for your County. 

Friday, September 30th, 2022  in-person meeting

PLAIN CITY Der Dutchman Restaurant  

445 S. Jefferson St.

Plain City, OH  43064

(614) 873-3414

9:30 - 10:00 AM                Registration and Continental Breakfast

10:00 - 11:30 AM              Changes in Conceal Carry Laws - Active Shooter Scenario

                                            John Swaney, Madison County Sheriff

 - Senate Bill 215 Changes in Conceal Carry Laws (CCW) – A new law allowing Ohioans to carry a hidden gun without a concealed-carry permit took effect Monday, June 13th 2022. This recent change has impacts on government building such as county courthouses and schools, as well as employees.

- Preventing and preparing for an Active Shooter - Best practices and available resources to deter and respond to an active shooter incident and other workplace violence.

11:30 - 12:30 PM             Buffet lunch

1:00 - 2:00 PM                 ADA Compliance - Have you started your Transition Plan?

                                          Cathy Jones, Director, Mahoning County Risk Management

                                          Larry Rancour, VP, Senior Proj. Mgr.  Schorr Architects

As more public entities are getting court actions filed against them, where is your County at in the process of creating your ADA Transition Plan?  A casual conversation about the ups and downs and where to start.

2:00 - 2:30 PM                 Cyber Security Dos and Don’ts – update

                                          Brian McMahon, Tech Support Center