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Archived KLI Descriptions
KACo Membership Briefing: Opioid Settlement Overview
Date: Mar. 8, 2023
Time: 11 am - noon
Location: Virtual
Training Credit Available: 1 hour
During this membership briefing we will cover the administrative basics of the opioid settlements for county officials including a review of the distribution timeline, participation requirements, reporting and oversight, budgeting and acceptable uses.
KACo Leadership Institute: Are you ready? Managing logistics for donations after a disaster
Date: Mar. 10, 2023
Time: 10 - 11 a.m. EST
Location: Virtual
Training Credit Available: 1 hour
Join us for the next class in a series of disaster preparedness webinars. During this class we will explore how best to manage the logistics of donations after a disaster.
Speaker
Laurel Matula, ER Assist - Disaster Funding Solutions
Law Enforcement Training: Emerging legal trends and liability management for tactical, SWAT and emergency response operations
Date: Feb. 22, 2023
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST
Location: KACo Headquarters, Frankfort
One of the most critical tasks in law enforcement involves the use of tactical officers to accomplish high risk operations. This program takes a three-tier approach. First, participants will be presented with the legal cases that impact tactical operations and ultimately, liability. Second, participants will be presented with policy issues that may be considered for implementation. Finally, the training turns toward the practical implementation of the legal and policy issues in a manner that does not compromise tactical operations or officer safety.
Law Enforcement Training: 12 high risk critical tasks
Date: Feb. 23, 2023
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EST
Location: KACo Headquarters, Frankfort
Over the last two decades law enforcement agencies and individual law enforcement officers in the United States have been the subject of intense public scrutiny. Law enforcement officers must have a working knowledge of the developing laws governing police civil liability and discipline. This course is designed to assist law enforcement officers in assessing their level of exposure to risk by examining court decisions that have interpreted acceptable standards of conduct by officers.
Law Enforcement Training: MILO Train the Trainer
Date: Feb. 14, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. EST
Location: KACo Headquarters, Frankfort
Any department requesting to utilize the MILO Simulator must send at least one trainer to one of the classes offered. You may send more than one trainer if you wish. The class is free, but you must register in advance.
KACo Leadership Institute: Are you ready? Disaster recovery basics for county officials
Date: Feb. 15, 2023
Time: 11 a.m. - Noon EST
Location: Virtual
Training Credit Available: 1 hour
Join us for the first in a series of lunch-and-learn webinars. We will explore FEMA procedures, disaster recovery best practices and the language of disasters. Additionally, county colleagues will offer tips and tricks for getting your office in order before a disaster strikes.
Speaker
Laurel Matula, ER Assist - Disaster Funding Solutions
Law Enforcement Training: MILO Train the Trainer
Date: Feb. 16, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. CST
Location: Madisonville
Any department requesting to utilize the MILO Simulator must send at least one trainer to one of the classes offered. You may send more than one trainer if you wish. The class is free, but you must register in advance.
KACo Leadership Institute: Three + One Investment Initiative
Date: January 26, 2023
Time: 11 - 11:30 p.m. EST
Location: Virtual
Training Credit Available: .5 hours
During this 30-minute presentation, three+one’s Co-founder and COO, Peter Forsgren, will cover how new technologies can help county officials streamline various functions of their finance department using innovative financial technology.
KACo Leadership Institute: Setting Property Tax Rates
July 20, 2021
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EDT
Register HERE
Join us for an overview of how fiscal courts set property tax rates each year, including a review of new rules for Special Purpose Governmental Entities (SPGEs). Due to the passage of SB 5 during the 2020 legislative session, SPGEs are now required to submit proposed increases in ad valorem taxes and specific fees, and the levy of new ad valorem taxes or fees to the legislative body of the county or city in which the SPGE is located for review. Approved for 1 hour of HB 810 training credit.
Speakers:
Tom Crawford, Exec. Director, Division of Local Valuation, Department of Revenue
Tammy Vernon, Branch Manager, Cities and Special Districts, DLG
Bill Pauley, DLG Staff Attorney
Shellie Hampton, KACo Director of Government Affairs
Rich Ornstein, KACo Staff Attorney
KACo Leadership Institute: Solar Farms in Kentucky
July 30, 2021
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EDT
Register HERE
This session will cover the basics of solar energy projects in Kentucky, including an overview of solar energy production, regulation and oversight of solar farms and the review process for siting a solar project in a county. Approved for 1 hour of HB 810 training credit.
Speakers:
Kenya Stump, Executive Director, Kentucky Office of Energy Policy
Kristina Slattery, Deputy Commissioner for Business Development, Cabinet for Economic Development
Webinar: NACo High Performance Leadership Academy
August 13, 2021
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EDT
Register HERE
Learn more about the NACO High Performance Leadership Academy, an innovative, completely online 12-week program created to equip frontline county government professionals with practical leadership skills to deliver results for counties and communities. More than 50 Kentucky county officials have already completed the program.
Speakers:
Dr. Tim Rahschulte, CEO, Professional Development Academy
Luke Afeman, Senior Director of Enrollment, Professional Development Academy
Landon Edwards, Adair County PVA
John Phelps, Cumberland County Judge/Executive
KACo Leadership Institute: American Rescue Plan and EDA – County Funding Opportunities
August 20, 2021
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EDT
Register HERE
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act included $3 billion for economic recovery projects through the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). The EDA recently announced more details about that funding, including a commitment to invest $300 million of the funds into coal communities. Join us to learn more about how counties can apply for these competitive grants. One hour of HB 810 training credit pending approval.
Speakers:
Bertha Partin, Economic Development Representative for Kentucky, Economic Development Administration
Phil Paradice, Regional Director, U.S. Economic Development Administration
KACo Leadership Institute: Elections and Voting
August 24, 2021
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. EDT
Register HERE
This session will cover a review of changes to voting and election procedures in Kentucky. One hour of HB 810 training credit has been approved.
Speakers:
Jenni Scutchfield, Assistant Secretary of State and General Counsel
Chris Cockrell, Montgomery County Clerk
Tabatha Clemons, Grant County Clerk
KACo Leadership Institute: County Retirement System Updates
August 30, 2021
2 – 3 p.m. EDT
Register HERE
Join us for an overview of the new organizational structure of the Kentucky Public Pension Authority (formerly Kentucky Retirement System) and the County Employee Retirement System (CERS) as well as a fiscal outlook for public pensions in Kentucky, including projected contribution rates for county employers. One hour of HB 810 training credit has been approved.
Speakers:
Betty Pendergrass, Chair, CERS Board of Trustees
Dr. Merl Hackbart, Chair, CERS Investment Committee
William O'Mara, Chair, CERS Finance Committee
Ed Owens, Chief Executive Officer, CERS
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Nov. 15, 2021
11 a.m. - 12 p.m. EST
This webinar will cover the basics of Electric Vehicle Infrastructure including the types of charging equipment, Kentucky’s regulatory requirements, hot topics, and a brief review of funding options and resources for local governments. One hour of HB 810 training credit has been approved by DLG.
Presenters from the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, Office of Energy Policy:
- Kenya Stump, Executive Director
- Lona Brewer, Project Manager
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Requirements for Employers
November 30, 2021
11 a.m. – Noon
On Nov. 4, 2021, the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced a federal emergency temporary standard (ETS) detailing requirements for employers with 100 or more employees to ensure each of their workers is fully vaccinated by Jan. 4, 2022 or tests for COVID-19 on at least a weekly basis. On Nov. 6, 2021, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans issued a stay of OSHA’s ETS. Join us for an update on vaccination and testing requirements for employers, including if your county is required to comply. HB 810 training credit pending.
Speakers
• Barry Stilz, Kinkead & Stilz
• Lynn Zellen, Kinkead & Stilz
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – Impact on Kentucky
Dec. 10, 2021
11 a.m. – Noon EST
In early November, Congress passed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure package that will deliver $550 billion in new federal investments for roads and bridges, broadband, water and more. Kentucky Transportation Secretary Jim Gray will explain what’s in the legislation and how it could impact Kentucky counties. HB 810 training credit approved.
Speaker
- Secretary Jim Gray
Informational Webinar: EKU Discounted Tuition Program for County Employees
Jan. 6, 2022
11 – 11:30 a.m. EST
County employees in Kentucky are now eligible to receive significantly discounted tuition, free books for undergraduates, and a locked-in tuition rate for two years at Eastern Kentucky University thanks to an agreement between EKU and KACo.
Join us for this informational webinar to learn more about the program and how your employees can take advantage of this program.
KACo Membership Briefing: New ARPA guidelines
Friday, Jan. 28, 2022
1 p.m. EST
Register HERE
The U.S. Treasury has released the Final Rule for the use of ARPA funds. The Final Rule allows counties to use up to $10 million of ARPA Recovery Funds as “lost revenue” for the provision of general government services without needing to use the Treasury revenue loss formula.
Join us for a briefing on the Final Rule and guidance on federal procurement requirements.
KACo Leadership Institute: Basics of Parliamentary Procedures
February 2, 2022
11 a.m. – noon EST
Register HERE
Parliamentary procedures, when used correctly, empower members and promote participation – all while keeping your meetings orderly and expeditious. This session will provide a better understanding of the fundamentals of parliamentary procedures and some tools to help you lead meetings like a pro.
Speaker:
Clinton Morris, Efficient Meeting Enthusiast
Planning and Zoning in 2022
March 2, 2022
10 a.m. – Noon EST
Join us for a virtual session on planning and zoning. For the first hour of the class, we will address how to get the most out of planning and zoning in your community, including best practices to create an open, transparent environment ready to promote sound development. During the second hour of this class, we will discuss hot topics in planning and zoning including issues from around the state and nationally. 2 hours of training credit pending.
Speakers
- Brian Davis, AICP, Planning Manager, Louisville Metro Planning & Design
- Brian Howard, AICP, Executive Director, Owensboro Metropolitan Planning Commission
In person
KACo Leadership Institute: Cybersecurity Training, Funding and Resources
Date: March 15, 2022
Time: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM Local Time
Location: Kentucky Association of Counties, 400 Englewood Drive, Frankfort
Cost: $99
Join us to learn more about how to protect your county from cyber threats, how to respond if you experience a breach, free assessment tools and other resources available for your county and funding sources for improving cybersecurity and IT infrastructure. 4 hours of training credit.
In person
KACo Leadership Institute: De-Escalation and Crisis Management
Date: March 22, 2022
Time: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM Local Time
Location: Kentucky Association of Counties, 400 Englewood Drive, Frankfort
Cost: $99
Join us to learn more about how to de-escalate situations in the workplace, how to develop a post-incident strategy and plan, how to plan for and respond to an active shooter situation in your workplace and best practices in crisis communications. 4 hours of training credit.
In person
KACo Leadership Institute: Cybersecurity Training, Funding and Resources
Date: March 31, 2022
Time: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM Local Time
Location: GRADD, 300 Gradd Way, Owensboro
Cost: $99
Join us to learn more about how to protect your county from cyber threats, how to respond if you experience a breach, free assessment tools and other resources available for your county and funding sources for improving cybersecurity and IT infrastructure.
Virtual
KACo Leadership Institute: Intro to the Kentucky Department of Homeland Security
Date: April 12, 2022
Time: 11 a.m. – Noon EDT
Location: Virtual
Cost: FREE
Hear from staff at the Kentucky Department of Homeland Security team and learn what the department does and how your county can utilize them as a resource. 1 hour of training credit.
Speakers
• Josh Keats, Executive Director, Kentucky Office of Homeland Security
• Mike Sunseri, Deputy Executive Director, Kentucky Office of Homeland Security
• Phillip Ross, Cyber Intelligence Analyst, Kentucky Office of Homeland Security
Virtual
KACo Leadership Institute: Return to work policies
Date: April 19, 2022
Time: 2 – 3:30 p.m. EDT
Location: Virtual
Cost: FREE
Are you concerned with escalating workers compensation costs and lost production associated with lost time accidents? The most effective cost-reduction strategy is a dynamic return to work (RTW) policy. Join our webinar to hear from a team of experts and learn how best to engage workers, healthcare professionals and claim professionals and implement an effective RTW program in your county. 1.5 hours of training credit.
Speakers
- Michael Ray, Safety and Loss Control Manager, KACo
- H. Douglas Jones, Esq., Partner, JSB Attorneys, PLLC
- Ed Meredith, SIU Manager/Claims Supervisor, Underwriter’s Safety and Claims
- Joyce Young, RN, CCM, Vice President, Bluegrass Health Network
July 2022
Topic: Crisis in the financial markets and county planning
Date: July 7, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. EDT
Location: KACo – Frankfort
Training Credit: 4 hours
Review of market and economic conditions, projections, financial planning best practices and resources for counties.
Topic: De-escalation and active shooter training
Date: July 12, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. EDT
Location: KACo – Frankfort
Training Credit: 6 hours
Learn to de-escalate situations in the workplace, plan and train for an active shooter situation and resources for crisis and mental health counseling. Breakfast available from 8 - 8:30 a.m. Lunch will also be provided.
Topic: Alcoholic Beverage Control
Date: July 18, 2022
Time: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EDT
Location: Virtual
Training Credit: 1.5 hours
Review of regulations, licensing and current legislation related to the control of alcoholic beverage in Kentucky.
August 2022
Topic: Crisis in the financial markets and county planning
Date: August 2, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. CDT
Location: Barren River ADD, Bowling Green
Training Credit: 4 hours
Review of market and economic conditions, projections, financial planning best practices and resources for counties.
Register here
Topic: KACo-EKU Leadership Development Seminar: Leadership Thinking Skills
Date: August 23, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT
Location: KACo (Frankfort)
Training Credit: 7 hours
Designed for both elected county officials and their staff, Eastern Kentucky University faculty will offer tips, insights and interactive exercises focused on improving your leadership thinking skills. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Topic: Planning and zoning in Kentucky
Date: August 31, 2022
Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT
Location: Cumberland Valley ADD, London
Training Credit: 8 hours
Are you getting the most out of planning and zoning in your community? Explore some best practices that will enhance planning in your community and create an open, transparent environment ready to promote sound development. This interactive session will also discuss current planning news and topics from around the state (and beyond), how your community may be affected and possible solutions on how to deal with some of today's most pressing land use matters.
Register here
Topic: Infrastructure Funding Opportunities with the EPA
Date: September 13, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. EDT
Location: KACo, Frankfort
Training Credit: 4 hours
At this class you will learn more about funding opportunities available under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and how your community can prepare for and access this unprecedented funding.
Topic: Infrastructure Funding Opportunities with the EPA
Date: September 29, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. CDT
Location: Green River ADD, Owensboro
Training Credit: 4 hours
At this class you will learn more about funding opportunities available under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and how your community can prepare for and access this unprecedented funding.
Topic: Infrastructure Funding Opportunities with the EPA
Date: October 11, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. EDT
Location: Gateway ADD, Morehead
Training Credit: 4 hours
At this class you will learn more about funding opportunities available under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and how your community can prepare for and access this unprecedented funding.
September 2022
Topic: KACo-EKU Leadership Development Seminar: Leadership Thinking Skills
Date: September 8, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CDT
Location: Daviess County Operations Center, 2620 Hwy 81, Owensboro
Training Credit: 7 hours
Designed for both elected county officials and their staff, Eastern Kentucky University faculty will offer tips, insights and interactive exercises focused on improving your leadership thinking skills. Breakfast and lunch provided.
Topic: Financial Education for Public Employees
Date: September 9, 2022
Time: 11 - 11:30 a.m. EDT
Location: Virtual
Join us to learn more about an exciting new initiative from the Kentucky Treasurer’s office designed to promote financial literacy among public sector employees.
Speakers:
Treasurer Allison Ball
Matt Frey, Communications Director and Policy Advisor, Office of the Kentucky Treasurer
Topic: Planning and zoning in Kentucky
Date: September 20, 2022
Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CDT
Location: Pennyrile ADD, Hopkinsville
Training Credit: 8 hours
Are you getting the most out of planning and zoning in your community? Explore some best practices that will enhance planning in your community and create an open, transparent environment ready to promote sound development. This interactive session will also discuss current planning news and topics from around the state (and beyond), how your community may be affected and possible solutions on how to deal with some of today's most pressing land use matters.
Topic: De-escalation and active shooter training
Date: September 27, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. EDT
Location: Lincoln Trail ADD, Elizabethtown
Training Credit: 6 hours
Learn to de-escalate situations in the workplace, plan and train for an active shooter situation and resources for crisis and mental health counseling. Breakfast available from 8 - 8:30 a.m. Lunch will also be provided.
Register here
October 2022
Topic: Planning and zoning in Kentucky
Date: October 5, 2022
Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT
Location: KACo, Frankfort
Training Credit: 8 hours
Are you getting the most out of planning and zoning in your community? Explore some best practices that will enhance planning in your community and create an open, transparent environment ready to promote sound development. This interactive session will also discuss current planning news and topics from around the state (and beyond), how your community may be affected and possible solutions on how to deal with some of today's most pressing land use matters.
Topic: Informational Webinar: 3+1 Investment Initiative
Date: October 7, 2022
Time: 11 - 11:30 p.m. EDT
Location: Virtual
During this 30-minute presentation, three+one’s Co-founder and COO, Peter Forsgren, will cover how new technologies can help county officials streamline various functions of their finance department using innovative financial technology.
Topic: KACo-EKU Leadership Development Seminar: Leadership Thinking Skills
Date: October 12, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CDT
Location: Gateway ADD, Morehead
Training Credit: 7 hours
Designed for both elected county officials and their staff, Eastern Kentucky University faculty will offer tips, insights and interactive exercises focused on improving your leadership thinking skills. Breakfast and lunch provided.
CLASS FULL - contact Jody Litton at jody.litton@kaco.org to learn about more opportunities.
September 2022
Topic: De-escalation and active shooter training
Date: September 27, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. EDT
Location: Lincoln Trail ADD, Elizabethtown
Training Credit: 6 hours
Learn to de-escalate situations in the workplace, plan and train for an active shooter situation and resources for crisis and mental health counseling. Breakfast available from 8 - 8:30 a.m. Lunch will also be provided.
Register here
October 2022
Topic: Planning and zoning in Kentucky
Date: October 5, 2022
Time: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EDT
Location: KACo, Frankfort
Training Credit: 8 hours
Are you getting the most out of planning and zoning in your community? Explore some best practices that will enhance planning in your community and create an open, transparent environment ready to promote sound development. This interactive session will also discuss current planning news and topics from around the state (and beyond), how your community may be affected and possible solutions on how to deal with some of today's most pressing land use matters.
Topic: Informational Webinar: 3+1 Investment Initiative
Date: October 7, 2022
Time: 11 - 11:30 p.m. EDT
Location: Virtual
During this 30-minute presentation, three+one’s Co-founder and COO, Peter Forsgren, will cover how new technologies can help county officials streamline various functions of their finance department using innovative financial technology.
Topic: KACo-EKU Leadership Development Seminar: Leadership Thinking Skills
Date: October 12, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CDT
Location: Gateway ADD, Morehead
Training Credit: 7 hours
Designed for both elected county officials and their staff, Eastern Kentucky University faculty will offer tips, insights and interactive exercises focused on improving your leadership thinking skills. Breakfast and lunch provided.
CLASS FULL - contact Jody Litton at jody.litton@kaco.org to learn about more opportunities.
October 2022
Topic: KACo-EKU Leadership Development Seminar: Leadership Thinking Skills
Date: October 12, 2022
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CDT
Location: Gateway ADD, Morehead
Training Credit: 7 hours
Designed for both elected county officials and their staff, Eastern Kentucky University faculty will offer tips, insights and interactive exercises focused on improving your leadership thinking skills. Breakfast and lunch provided.
CLASS FULL - contact Jody Litton at jody.litton@kaco.org to learn about more opportunities.
Topic: Cybersecurity Grant Guidance
Date: October 14, 2022
Time: 11 - 11:30 a.m. EDT
Location: Virtual
A new grant from the Department of Homeland Security designed to help eligible entities address cybersecurity risks and threats to information systems is open to counties. Counties in Kentucky are eligible to apply for funds from the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program. Join us to learn more about the grant and how to apply.
Speaker:
Phillip Ross, Cyber Intelligence Analyst, Kentucky Office of Homeland Security
- (Dec 10) - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act – Impact on Kentucky
- (Nov 30) - COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Requirements for Employers
- (Nov 15) - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
- (Aug 30) - CERS Board Autonomy - Now What?
- (Aug 24) - Elections and Voting
- (Aug 20) - American Rescue Plan and EDA – County Funding Opportunities
- (Aug 13) - NACo High Performance Leadership Academy
- (July 30) - Solar Farms
- (July 20) - Setting Property Tax Rates
- (June 21) - Cleaner Water Grant Program
- (June 10) - Hiring, Firing and Everything in Between
- (May 25) - Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
- (May 13) - Cybersecurity
- (May 5) - REAL ID: Next Level Driver Licensing
- (Apr 29) - Single Audit Requirements
- (Apr 16) - Avoiding Wrongful Termination Lawsuits
- (Mar 30) - Community Action Agency Resources
- (Mar 22) - Injury and Illness Recordkeeping
- (Mar 10) - Rural and Municipal Road Aid
- (Feb 20) - County Insurance Premium Taxes
2020 Class Materials
- (7/19):KACo Leadership Institute: Alcoholic Beverage Control
- (7/7): Crisis in the financial markets and county planning
- (4/19): KACo Leadership Institute: Return to Work Policies
- (4/12) KACo Leadership Institute: Meet the Department of Homeland Security team
- (3/2) KACo Leadership Institute: Planning and Zoning in 2022
- (2/2) KACo Leadership Institute: Basics of Parliamentary Procedures
- (1/28) KACo Membership Briefing: New ARPA guidelines
Archived Training Materials and Recordings
