AZ League Connection

The League's Monthly Online Newsletter

Issue 210: October 2020

Upcoming Virtual League Trainings

Below are the training opportunities sponsored by the League for November 2020.

Roles, Responsibilities and Best Practices of a Planning and Zoning Commission Member
Thursday, November 12
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Zoom Webinar
$25

This session will provide a brief overview of the roles and responsibilities of a municipal planning and zoning commissioner, including:

  • What is the proper role of a planning and zoning commissioner?
  • How should a commissioner interact with the public, the council and staff?
  • Best practices or suggestions to fulfilling this role.

It is recommended for all city/town staff, elected officials and planning and zoning commissioners who wish to learn more about the roles and responsibilities of this important volunteer position in Arizona’s cities and towns.

Speaker: Frank Cassidy, Town Attorney, Marana

To register for this session, click here.
A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants two days before session.

1487 Cases in Arizona: The History of the Law and Strategies for Defending 1487 Actions Brought Against Cities and Towns
Wednesday, November 18
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Zoom Webinar
Free

This session will explore the history and origins of SB 1487, review the steps and possible outcomes in the 1487 investigation process, along with looking at some general 1487 litigation issues and themes. The session will close with a discussion of the future of SB1487.

This session will provide up to 1.5 hours of CLE credits for attorneys but is also open to all municipal employees and elected officials who wish to learn more about the 1487 history, issues and strategies of successful defense of claims.

Speakers:
Jean-Jacques Cabou, Partner, Perkins Coie LLP
Alexis Danneman, Counsel, Perkins Coie LLP
Nick Ponder, Legislative Director, League of Arizona Cities and Towns

To register for this session, click here.

 

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