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SUMMARY:2026 Annual PELRAS Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us from Wednesday\, March 25 – Friday\, March 27\, 2026 at the HERSHEY LODGE AND CONVENTION CENTER for the premiere training forum for public sector employees in the Commonwealth. Over 20 labor relations specialists address key issues via panel discussions\, in-depth seminars\, case examples\, role-playing and Q&A sessions supplemented with a comprehensive reference manual\, access to PELRAS attorneys\, and networking opportunities with municipal administrators throughout the state. \n\n\n\nView Full Conference Agenda\n\n\n\n2026 Session Topics Include*\n\n\n\n\n2026 Labor and Employment Potpourri\n\n\n\nArbitrator Red Light Green Light\n\n\n\nEmployment Lesson Learned from the Headlines\n\n\n\nA.I.Oh.My. – Review of the current state of AI and the challenges presented from an employment perspective\n\n\n\nMock Act 111 Interest Arbitration Hearing\n\n\n\nAre You High? Advanced Drug and Alcohol Issues Affecting Your Workplace\n\n\n\nEmployment Law in Practice: Litigation-Proofing Your Municipality\n\n\n\nBig Brother (or at least your employer) is Watching \n\n\n\nLeave Your Politics at the Door – Creating policies and expectations that promote civil (non-political) discourse in the work environment\n\n\n\nCleaning Up Costly Traps in Your Collective Bargaining Agreements\n\n\n\nEEOC Update\n\n\n\nThe Top Ten Pension Plan Issues to Avoid\n\n\n\nIs There Liability Hiding in Your Leave Policies? \n\n\n\nGoodbye To You – Terminating Public Employees\n\n\n\nAvoiding the Discipline “Hot Potato” – Understanding “Who” Has the Authority to Issue “What” Discipline\n\n\n\nTackling FMLA Abuse and Getting the Information You Need from Healthcare Providers\n\n\n\nWhat if They Don’t File a Grievance: Police Tenure Act and Civil Service Appeals\n\n\n\nAbnormal No More: Workers’ Compensation\, First Responders and PTSD Injuries\n\n\n\nAt Will?  The Rights of Your Non-Union Employees\n\n\n\nBack to Basics: Job Applications\n\n\n\nBack to Basics: Understanding Your CBA Provisions – Why are They in There? What Do They Mean?\n\n\n\nBack to Basics: Discipline “Cliff Notes”\n\n\n\nBack to Basics: Who’s in and Who’s Out? – This session reviews the Act 111 and Act 195 statutes and highlights the exceptions to Union membership under Pennsylvania law\n\n\n\nBack to Basics: Everything You Should Know About Public Sector Pensions\n\n\n\n\n*Topics subject to change until final agenda is published. \n\n\n\nRegistration Rates\n\n\n\nTo continue providing the high-quality programming\, networking\, and professional development you’ve come to expect\, registration rates will be increasing for this event. Rising costs for food and beverage\, audio/visual services\, staffing\, meeting space\, and other conference needs make this adjustment necessary. Even with these changes\, our rates remain competitive and are carefully set to ensure the best possible value for our members. \n\n\n\nWe truly appreciate your understanding and support\, and we look forward to seeing you at another engaging and impactful PELRAS Conference in 2026! \n\n\n\nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. For questions and help\, please contact Stevie Cona at scona@pml.org or (717) 562-7705. \n\n\n\nHotel\n\n\n\nHotel Accommodations at the Hershey Lodge are available on a LIMITED basis.  Overflow rooms are available at the Fairfield Hotel in downtown Hershey. \n\n\n\nFairfield Hotel phone number:  717-520-5240 \n\n\n\nFor questions about hotel accommodations\, please reach out to Mary Costik\, CMP\, at mcostik@pml.org or (717) 562-7699. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you in Hershey! \n\n\n\nConference Cancellation Policy\n\n\n\n\nAll cancellations must be submitted in writing to StevieCona at scona@pml.org\n\n\n\nRefunds will be issued less a $50 administrative fee for cancellations received on or before March 9\, 2026\n\n\n\nNo cancellations or refunds will be processed after March 10\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nThings to see and do in Hershey!\n\n\n\nView Now!
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/2026-annual-pelras-conference/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Drive\, Hershey\, Pennsylvania\, 17033
CATEGORIES:League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251117T133624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T150952Z
UID:15155-1775034000-1775044800@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Foundations of Fiscal Management – Budget Preparation
DESCRIPTION:TRACK:  FINANCIALLength:  3 hoursPrice:  Member Registration: $89 per registrant | Non Member Registration: $149 per registrantSend a message to lla@pml.org for group rates of 10 or more registrantsDate:   April 1Time:  9 a.m. to Noon \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParticipants must attend the entire 3-hour session to earn a course certificate. \n\n\n\nBuild a Strong Financial Foundation for Your Municipality \n\n\n\nThis practical\, engaging course provides a comprehensive guide to developing a municipal budget. Designed for newly elected officials\, municipal staff\, and anyone involved in local government finance\, the session demystifies the budgeting process and equips participants with the knowledge needed to make responsible financial decisions. \n\n\n\nThrough interactive discussion\, real-world examples\, and hands-on activities\, participants will explore the core principles of fiscal management and how they directly inform the creation of a sound municipal budget. The course also covers the legal and statutory framework that governs financial oversight\, the roles and responsibilities of municipal officials\, and the revenue sources and financial challenges unique to local government. Whether you are new to municipal budgeting or looking to sharpen your skills\, this session provides the tools\, terminology\, and guidance needed to support long-term fiscal health in your community. \n\n\n\nKey Topics Include: \n\n\n\n\nWhat fiscal management means for local governments\n\n\n\nLegal and statutory requirements for municipal financial oversight\n\n\n\nThe step-by-step budget development process\n\n\n\nPrimary revenue sources and common financial pitfalls\n\n\n\nStrategies for cost savings and revenue enhancement\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n\nLocal government officials\, finance staff\, newly elected officials\, municipal managers\, and anyone involved in budget planning or fiscal oversight. \n\n\n\nBy the end of this course\, participants can expect to be able to: \n\n\n\n\nDefine core fiscal management concepts and responsibilities\n\n\n\nIdentify the legal requirements for managing municipal finances\n\n\n\nDescribe the major components and phases of a municipal budget\n\n\n\nIdentify primary municipal revenue sources\n\n\n\nRecognize opportunities for cost savings and revenue improvement\n\n\n\nApply fundamental municipal budgeting principles\n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this course\, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings. \n\n\n\nOnce your registration is completed\, you should receive a confirmation email from The PA Municipal League. Please review when received. If you do not receive an email\, it may be in your spam folder. \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICY:Cancellation must be received in writing to lla@pml.org within 72 hours prior to a class to be considered for a full refund. \n\n\n\nIf cancellation is received after the 72-hour window\, a processing fee will be applied for a portion of the refund. \n\n\n\nThose who do not cancel or attend forfeit the full registration fee.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/foundations-of-fiscal-management/
CATEGORIES:League Learning Academy,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251117T144244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T194216Z
UID:15158-1775520000-1775692799@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Municipal HR Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:TRACK:  MANAGEMENTLength:  6 hoursPrice:  Member Registration: $139 per registrant | Non Member Registration: $199 per registrantSend a message to lla@pml.org for group rates of 10 or more registrantsDate:  April 7 & 8\, 2026Time:  9 a.m. to noon both days \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParticipants must attend both 3-hour sessions to earn a course certificate. \n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: This course is interactive to give you the best learning experience possible. It will be conducted via Zoom. You will need to be able to: Raise your hand\, mute/unmute\, use chat. \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nOur employees are our most valued asset and most important strength. Managing human capital is just as important as managing financial capital and therefore should be given the same priority (if not more). \n\n\n\nToday local government professionals are being asked to do more with less\, wearing many hats like the municipal manager\, municipal secretary\, Finance and HR\, etc. Whether you are a new HR professional to municipal management or perform HR responsibilities in a non-typical HR role this is the ideal session for you. \n\n\n\nThis practical\, interactive course equips you with essential HR skills and knowledge\, covering best practices from transactional tasks to transformational strategies. You will learn to manage core HR responsibilities using ready-to-use tools such as checklists\, templates\, job descriptions\, performance evaluations\, employee handbooks\, and policies. Beyond the basics\, the course emphasizes the importance of employee engagement and a positive organizational culture. You will explore how to foster a safe\, inclusive\, and respectful workplace—one that encourages open\, ongoing communication grounded in fairness\, compassion\, civility\, accountability\, and mutual trust. \n\n\n\nThese topics offer an overview of human resources management in local government\, focusing on leadership and guidance to foster creativity and innovation. Through effective programs\, policies\, and practices\, they promote performance excellence\, diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, quality outcomes\, and legal compliance. The goal is to cultivate a workplace where employees are agile\, resilient\, and empowered to face challenges\, feel a sense of belonging\, and express their authentic selves. \n\n\n\nKey Topics: \n\n\n\n\nEmployee relations\n\n\n\nRecruitment and retention strategies\n\n\n\nPerformance management\n\n\n\nCompliance with employment law\n\n\n\nDisciplinary actions\, documentation\, and appeals\n\n\n\nProactive measures to prevent issues\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend:  Municipal supervisory and management staff\, HR Professionals\, as well as elected\, newly elected\, and appointed officials \n\n\n\nAt the end of this course\, you can expect to be able to: \n\n\n\n\nBuild and maintain positive relationships between your municipality and its employees\n\n\n\nAttract and hire qualified candidates\, as well as list strategies to retain top talent\n\n\n\nDescribe the elements of a performance management system\n\n\n\nLocate resources to ensure that all HR practices adhere to local\, state\, and federal employment laws\n\n\n\nList the procedures for addressing employee misconduct or performance issues.\n\n\n\nRecognize the importance of developing and implementing policies and practices to prevent HR-related problems before they arise\n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this course\, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings. \n\n\n\nOnce your registration is completed\, you should receive a confirmation email from The PA Municipal League. Please review when received. If you do not receive an email\, it may be in your spam folder. \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICY:Cancellation must be received in writing to lla@pml.org within 72 hours prior to a class to be considered for a full refund. \n\n\n\nIf cancellation is received after the 72-hour window\, a processing fee will be applied for a portion of the refund. \n\n\n\nThose who do not cancel or attend forfeit the full registration fee.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/municipal-hr-best-practices-2/
CATEGORIES:League Learning Academy,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251117T144418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T194256Z
UID:15160-1776243600-1776254400@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Core Municipal Operations
DESCRIPTION:TRACK:  ADMINISTRATIVELength:  3 hoursPrice:  Member Registration: $89 per registrant | Non Member Registration: $149 per registrantSend a message to lla@pml.org for group rates of 10 or more registrantsDate:    April 15\, 2026Time:  9 a.m. to Noon \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParticipants must attend the entire 3-hour session to earn a course certificate. \n\n\n\nThis course provides a comprehensive overview of municipal operations for local government administrators and any new people. Participants will gain practical knowledge of statutory requirements\, governance structures\, financial processes\, meeting procedures\, and ethical standards. The training emphasizes transparency\, accountability\, and professionalism in service delivery\, equipping attendees with the tools to effectively manage municipal responsibilities and comply with state laws. \n\n\n\nKey Topics: \n\n\n\n\nIntroduction to Government Structure\n\n\n\nMeeting Support & Public Access\n\n\n\nFinancial Processes\n\n\n\nProcurement & Contracting\n\n\n\nRecords & Information Management\n\n\n\nResources\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nMunicipal Administrators\n\n\n\nNewly Elected Local Officials\n\n\n\nSupport staff responsible for records\, finance\, and public meetings\n\n\n\nAnyone seeking foundational knowledge of Pennsylvania local government operations\n\n\n\n\nBy the end of this course\, you can expect to be able to: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstand Local Government Structure and Authority\n\nExplain the roles of counties\, municipalities\, school districts\, and municipal authorities.\n\n\n\nInterpret key statutes and legal principles\, including Dillon’s Rule and Home Rule.\n\n\n\n\n\nApply Meeting and Public Access Requirements\n\nImplement Sunshine Act and Right-to-Know Law provisions.\n\n\n\nPrepare agendas\, minutes\, and ensure public participation in meetings.\n\n\n\n\n\nManage Financial Processes\n\nUtilize fund accounting principles and chart of accounts.\n\n\n\nUnderstand budgeting cycles\, tax administration\, and internal controls.\n\n\n\n\n\nNavigate Procurement and Contracting\n\nApply legal thresholds and advertising requirements for municipal purchasing.\n\n\n\nIdentify exceptions and alternative procurement methods.\n\n\n\n\n\nEnsure Records and Information Compliance\n\nFollow retention and disposal schedules under the Municipal Records Act.\n\n\n\nMaintain accessibility and security of official documents.\n\n\n\n\n\nPromote Ethics and Fairness\n\nRecognize core ethical principles and common challenges.\n\n\n\nEnsure equal access to services and compliance with ADA and anti-discrimination laws.\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Resources and Support\n\nIdentify state and local resources for technical assistance and reporting requirements.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this course\, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings. \n\n\n\nOnce your registration is completed\, you should receive a confirmation email from The PA Municipal League. Please review when received. If you do not receive an email\, it may be in your spam folder. \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICY:Cancellation must be received in writing to lla@pml.org within 72 hours prior to a class to be considered for a full refund. \n\n\n\nIf cancellation is received after the 72-hour window\, a processing fee will be applied for a portion of the refund. \n\n\n\nThose who do not cancel or attend forfeit the full registration fee.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/core-municipal-operations/
CATEGORIES:League Learning Academy,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260129T160723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T133923Z
UID:15411-1776252600-1776259800@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Southeast District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for your District Meeting! Connect with our team\, mingle with fellow members\, and enjoy great food. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet\, network\, and feel appreciated! \n\n\n\nTo check what district your municipality is in click here! We hope to see you at one of the meetings below. \n\n\n\nThe agenda below applies to all meetings: \n\n\n\n\n\n11:30am – Registration Opens \n\n\n\n11:30am – 12:00pm – Coffee & Conversation \n\n\n\n12:00pm – Lunch \n\n\n\n12:30pm – Intro \n\n\n\n\n\n12:35pm – Legislative Update \n\n\n\n1:00pm – League Update \n\n\n\n1:20pm – District Meeting Business \n\n\n\n1:30pm – Adjourn \n\n\n\n\n\nTo register for the meetings\, please scroll down and click the purple REGISTER ONLINE button and choose the meeting that corresponds with your district under the session tab. If you are having an issue completing the registration process\, please contact Stevie Cona at scona@pml.org or 717-236-9469 x*256. \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/southeast-district-meeting/
LOCATION:Abington Township | Crestmont Clubhouse\, 2595 Rubicam Ave\, Willow Grove\, Pennsylvania\, 19090\, United States
CATEGORIES:District Meetings,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260330T122553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T122553Z
UID:15730-1776337200-1776342600@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:This is Not a Drill: A Leader’s Guide to Ransomware and Community Resilience
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn Webinar Series \n\n\n\n\nTRACK:  MANAGEMENTLength:  1.5 hourPrice: Free to members and non-membersDate: April 16\, 2026Time: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nWhen ransomware struck a local municipality\, the experience became a lesson every local government leader needs to hear. In This Is Not a Drill\, we break down how attacks like this unfold\, why small municipalities have become prime targets\, and what three areas of protection every official should be asking about today. The session ends with real questions you can bring straight to your IT team. \n\n\n\nKey Points: \n\n\n\n\nThe Anatomy of a Crisis: A non-technical breakdown of a recent municipal attack including the ripple effect.\n\n\n\nThe Myth of “Too Small to Target”: Why small-to-medium municipalities are now the primary targets for cyber-extortion and what that could mean for you.\n\n\n\nThe 3 Pillars of Protection: A high-level look at the essential “Safety Nets” (like Multi-Factor Authentication and Immutable Backups) that every official should verify are in place today.\n\n\n\nLeading Through the Noise: How to ask your IT team the right questions to ensure your community is prepared\, not just “compliant.” \n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this webinar\, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/this-is-not-a-drill-a-leaders-guide-to-ransomware-and-community-resilience/
CATEGORIES:League Learning Academy,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260129T161942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T133921Z
UID:15413-1776425400-1776432600@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Northeast District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for your District Meeting! Connect with our team\, mingle with fellow members\, and enjoy great food. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet\, network\, and feel appreciated! \n\n\n\nTo check what district your municipality is in click here! We hope to see you at one of the meetings below. \n\n\n\nThe agenda below applies to all meetings: \n\n\n\n\n\n11:30am – Registration Opens \n\n\n\n11:30am – 12:00pm – Coffee & Conversation \n\n\n\n12:00pm – Lunch \n\n\n\n12:30pm – Intro \n\n\n\n\n\n12:35pm – Legislative Update \n\n\n\n1:00pm – League Update \n\n\n\n1:20pm – District Meeting Business \n\n\n\n1:30pm – Adjourn \n\n\n\n\n\nTo register for the meetings\, please scroll down and click the purple REGISTER ONLINE button and choose the meeting that corresponds with your district under the session tab. If you are having an issue completing the registration process\, please contact Stevie Cona at scona@pml.org or 717-236-9469 x*256. \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/northeast-district-meeting/
LOCATION:City of Carbondale | Anthracite Hotel\, 25 S Main St\, Carbondale\, Pennsylvania\, 18407\, United States
CATEGORIES:District Meetings,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251117T144558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T194317Z
UID:15161-1776729600-1776902399@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Public Procurement & Bidding Essentials for Municipal Officials
DESCRIPTION:TRACK:  ADMINISTRATIVELength:  6 hoursPrice:  Member Registration: $139 per registrant | Non Member Registration: $199 per registrantSend a message to lla@pml.org for group rates of 10 or more registrantsDate:    April 21 & 22\, 2026Time:  9 a.m. to Noon both days \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParticipants must attend both 3-hour sessions to earn a course certificate. \n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: This course is interactive to give you the best learning experience possible.  It will be conducted via Zoom.  You will need to be able to: Raise your hand\, mute/unmute\, and use chat. \n\n\n\nCourse Description \n\n\n\nThis course provides a practical and comprehensive introduction to public procurement and bidding processes within local government operations. Designed for municipal staff and procurement professionals\, it covers the principles\, procedures\, and legal foundations essential to conducting fair\, efficient\, and compliant procurement activities. \n\n\n\nParticipants will explore key topics such as drafting bid specifications\, conducting competitive solicitations\, evaluating bids\, and awarding contracts. Emphasis is placed on transparency\, ethics\, and regulatory compliance\, with insights into navigating common challenges and applying best practices in public purchasing. \n\n\n\nCase studies and real-world examples will be used to illustrate common challenges and strategies for ensuring compliance and transparency. \n\n\n\nKey Topics: \n\n\n\n\nKey Statutes and Regulations\n\n\n\nProcurement Cycle\n\n\n\nCompetitive bidding requirements\n\n\n\nBid specifications\n\n\n\nBid evaluation and contract awards\n\n\n\nEthical considerations in municipal purchasing\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend: \n\n\n\n\nMunicipal Secretaries\n\n\n\nTreasurers\n\n\n\nClerks\n\n\n\nAdministrators\n\n\n\nAuditors\n\n\n\nElected officials and Newly elected officials\n\n\n\n\nAt the end of the course\, you can expect to be able to: \n\n\n\n\nList the key statues and regulations for municipal bidding and purchasing\n\n\n\nDescribe the steps in the procurement cycle\n\n\n\nDraft clear and effective bid specifications\n\n\n\nEvaluate vendor submissions using objective criteria\n\n\n\nExecute contract awards in accordance with local laws and guidelines\n\n\n\nPromote integrity and transparency throughout the procurement process\n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this course\, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings. \n\n\n\nOnce your registration is completed\, you should receive a confirmation email from The PA Municipal League. Please review when received. If you do not receive an email\, it may be in your spam folder. \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICY:Cancellation must be received in writing to lla@pml.org within 72 hours prior to a class to be considered for a full refund. \n\n\n\nIf cancellation is received after the 72-hour window\, a processing fee will be applied for a portion of the refund. \n\n\n\nThose who do not cancel or attend forfeit the full registration fee.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/public-procurement-bidding-essentials-for-municipal-officials-2/
CATEGORIES:League Learning Academy,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260129T162142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T133919Z
UID:15416-1777375800-1777383000@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Northwest District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for your District Meeting! Connect with our team\, mingle with fellow members\, and enjoy great food. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet\, network\, and feel appreciated! \n\n\n\nTo check what district your municipality is in click here! We hope to see you at one of the meetings below. \n\n\n\nThe agenda below applies to all meetings: \n\n\n\n\n\n11:30am – Registration Opens \n\n\n\n11:30am – 12:00pm – Coffee & Conversation \n\n\n\n12:00pm – Lunch \n\n\n\n12:30pm – Intro \n\n\n\n\n\n12:35pm – Legislative Update \n\n\n\n1:00pm – League Update \n\n\n\n1:20pm – District Meeting Business \n\n\n\n1:30pm – Adjourn \n\n\n\n\n\nTo register for the meetings\, please scroll down and click the purple REGISTER ONLINE button and choose the meeting that corresponds with your district under the session tab. If you are having an issue completing the registration process\, please contact Stevie Cona at scona@pml.org or 717-236-9469 x*256. \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/northwest-district-meeting/
LOCATION:City of Warren | Conewango Club\, 201 Market St\, Warren\, Pennsylvania\, 16365\, United States
CATEGORIES:District Meetings,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260129T162937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T204255Z
UID:15418-1777462200-1777469400@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Southwest District Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for your District Meeting! Connect with our team\, mingle with fellow members\, and enjoy great food. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet\, network\, and feel appreciated! \n\n\n\nTo check what district your municipality is in click here! We hope to see you at one of the meetings below. \n\n\n\nThe agenda below applies to all meetings: \n\n\n\n\n\n11:30am – Registration Opens \n\n\n\n11:30am – 12:00pm – Coffee & Conversation \n\n\n\n12:00pm – Lunch \n\n\n\n12:30pm – Intro \n\n\n\n\n\n12:35pm – Legislative Update \n\n\n\n1:00pm – League Update \n\n\n\n1:20pm – District Meeting Business \n\n\n\n1:30pm – Adjourn \n\n\n\n\n\nTo register for the meetings\, please scroll down and click the purple REGISTER ONLINE button and choose the meeting that corresponds with your district under the session tab. If you are having an issue completing the registration process\, please contact Stevie Cona at scona@pml.org or 717-236-9469 x*256. \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/southwest-district-meeting/
LOCATION:South Fayette Township | Municipal Center\, 100 Township Dr\, South Fayette\, Pennsylvania\, 15017\, United States
CATEGORIES:District Meetings,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251117T145236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T194344Z
UID:15163-1777971600-1777982400@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Advanced Fiscal Strategies and Controls
DESCRIPTION:TRACK:  FINANCIALLength:  3 hoursPrice:  Member Registration: $89 per registrant | Non Member Registration: $149 per registrantSend a message to lla@pml.org for group rates of 10 or more registrantsDate:  May 5\, 2026Time:  9 a.m. to Noon \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nParticipants must attend the entire 3-hour session to earn a course certificate. \n\n\n\nStrengthen Your Municipality’s Financial Resilience \n\n\n\nThis course dives deeper into the strategic and technical aspects of municipal finance. This session is ideal for officials and staff who manage budgets\, oversee financial operations\, or make decisions about long-term investments and risk. \n\n\n\nParticipants will explore how to manage expenditures effectively\, including personnel costs\, insurance\, and capital planning. You’ll gain practical insights into risk management strategies\, debt and borrowing procedures\, and the legal framework surrounding municipal obligations. \n\n\n\nThe day also covers internal controls\, procurement policies\, and pension and investment management—critical areas for maintaining transparency\, accountability\, and long-term financial health. \n\n\n\nInteractive discussions will allow attendees to share their experiences with risk management and pension planning\, offering valuable peer-to-peer learning. \n\n\n\nKey Topics: \n\n\n\n\nManaging personnel costs\, insurance\, and seasonal expenses\n\n\n\nRisk exposure and mitigation under the Political Subdivision Tort Claims Act\n\n\n\nDebt limits\, borrowing procedures\, and LGUDA compliance\n\n\n\nInternal controls\, cash flow\, and procurement best practices\n\n\n\nPension obligations\, advisory committees\, and investment policies\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\n\n\n\nFinance directors\n\n\n\nMunicipal managers\n\n\n\nElected officials\n\n\n\nNewly elected officials\n\n\n\nTreasurers\n\n\n\n\nBy the end of this course\, participants can expect to be able to: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify and quantify expenditures to uncover cost-saving opportunities across operational budgets \n\n\n\nDemonstrate and apply risk management strategies to mitigate financial and operational exposure\n\n\n\nCalculate and explain debt limits and borrowing procedures based on legal requirements.\n\n\n\nDetermine and prioritize areas for implementing internal control measures to strengthen financial oversight\n\n\n\nConduct compliance audits and analyze results to enhance procurement policies and optimize cash flow practices.\n\n\n\nExplain pension obligations and draft investment policy recommendations aligned with statutory and fiduciary requirements.\n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this course\, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings. \n\n\n\nOnce your registration is completed\, you should receive a confirmation email from The PA Municipal League. Please review when received. If you do not receive an email\, it may be in your spam folder. \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICY:Cancellation must be received in writing to lla@pml.org within 72 hours prior to a class to be considered for a full refund. \n\n\n\nIf cancellation is received after the 72-hour window\, a processing fee will be applied for a portion of the refund. \n\n\n\nThose who do not cancel or attend forfeit the full registration fee.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/advanced-fiscal-strategies-and-controls/
CATEGORIES:League Learning Academy,League Training Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251113T133630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T133631Z
UID:15143-1778112000-1778284799@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:PennPRIME Board of Trustees Subcommittee and Board of Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/pennprime-board-of-trustees-subcommittee-and-board-of-trustees-meeting/
LOCATION:Hotel Hershey\, 100 Hotel Road\, Hershey\, Pennsylvania\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:PennPRIME
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260113T150346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T150346Z
UID:15325-1778544000-1778716799@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:Municipal HR Best Practices Performance Management
DESCRIPTION:TRACK:  MANAGEMENTLength:  6 hoursPrice: Member$139  |  Non-Member $199  Send a message to lla@pml.org for group rates of 10 or more registrantsDate:  May 12-13\, 2026Time:  9 a.m. to Noon both days \n\n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPLEASE NOTE: This course is interactive to give you the best learning experience possible. It will be conducted via Zoom. You will need to be able to: Raise your hand\, mute/unmute\, use chat. \n\n\n\nDescription: \n\n\n\nThis 6-hour program equips municipal leaders with essential skills to manage human capital effectively and foster a high-performing\, inclusive workplace. Participants will learn core leadership principles\, strategies for employee engagement\, and techniques for building trust and accountability. The course covers the full performance management cycle—from goal setting and feedback to evaluations and improvement plans—while emphasizing coaching\, emotional intelligence\, and succession planning. Through practical tools and real-world scenarios\, leaders will gain the ability to align individual performance with organizational goals\, navigate difficult conversations\, and create a culture that attracts and retains top talent. \n\n\n\nWho should attend:  \n\n\n\n\nMunicipal supervisors and managers\n\n\n\nDepartment heads and team leaders\n\n\n\nHR professionals in local government\n\n\n\nEmerging leaders preparing for supervisory roles\n\n\n\nAnyone responsible for employee performance\, engagement\, or workforce planning\n\n\n\n\nTopics: \n\n\n\n\nCore Principles of Municipal Leadership\n\n\n\nPerformance Excellence Cycle\n\n\n\nConnecting Performance to Organizational Goals\n\n\n\nDifficult Conversations and Corrective Action\n\n\n\nCoaching and Talent Development\n\n\n\nEmployer of Choice Strategies\n\n\n\n\nAt the end of this course\, participants can expect to be able to: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe the full performance management cycle\, including goal setting\, feedback\, and evaluations.\n\n\n\nAlign individual goals with organizational priorities using S.M.A.R.T. objectives.\n\n\n\nFoster an inclusive\, resilient team culture that supports engagement and wellbeing.\n\n\n\nConduct difficult conversations and implement corrective actions professionally.\n\n\n\nUse coaching and emotional intelligence to motivate and develop employees.\n\n\n\nBegin development of workforce and succession plans to attract and retain talent.\n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this course\, you are authorizing the League Learning Academy to forward information to you at your email address related to educational offerings. \n\n\n\nOnce your registration is completed\, you should receive a confirmation email from The PA Municipal League. Please review when received. If you do not receive an email\, it may be in your spam folder. \n\n\n\nCANCELLATION & NO-SHOW POLICY:Cancellation must be received in writing to lla@pml.org within 72 hours prior to a class to be considered for a full refund. \n\n\n\nIf cancellation is received after the 72-hour window\, a processing fee will be applied for a portion of the refund. \n\n\n\nThose who do not cancel or attend forfeit the full registration fee.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/municipal-hr-best-practices-performance-management/
CATEGORIES:League Learning Academy,League Training Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251112T200841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T201133Z
UID:15130-1779091200-1779296400@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:2026 APMM Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Learn More & Book Hotel Now!
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/2026-apmm-annual-conference/
LOCATION:The Landing Hotel – Pittsburgh\, 757 Casino Dr\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States
CATEGORIES:APMM Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251112T201451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T163527Z
UID:15133-1791331200-1791676799@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:2026 Municipal Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join us from Wednesday\, October 7 – Saturday\, October 10\, 2026\, at the HERSHEY LODGE AND CONVENTION CENTER for the Municipal Leadership Summit! \n\n\n\nThis event is an amazing training opportunity that brings together officials from the Pennsylvania Municipal League\, the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners\, and the Pennsylvania Career Fire Chiefs Association for an enriching experience of collaboration\, education\, and celebration. \n\n\n\nWhy attend?\n\n\n\nThe League\, the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Commissioners (PSATC) and the Pennsylvania Career Fire Chiefs Association are heading to Hershey for the 2026 Municipal Leadership Summit. Plan to join us to build your leadership skills\, learn the latest in topics important to local government by participating in programming of a professional value\, share best practices for serving your community\, and learn how others are moving their communities forward. Additional information on session topics will be available shortly. \n\n\n\nThings to See and Do in Hershey!\n\n\n\nHotel Reservations\n\n\n\nOvernight reservations are available at The Hershey Lodge and Convention Center for $199 per night + 11% taxes.  Credit cards are charged a one night’s advance deposit including tax at the time of booking.  The Lodge is accepting ONE reservation per person. Rooms are on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please reserve your room prior to Monday\, September 14\, 2026. After this date\, room prices may increase and/or rooms may not be available\, or the group block may be sold-out. If you are having issues reserving your room reservation online\, or need assistance with changing an existing room reservation\, please contact the Reservation Office at (855) 729-3108. \n\n\n\nCancellations must be made 72 hours prior to arrival date. \n\n\n\nBook Now!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions:  Direct questions to Mary Costik\, CMP\, at mcostik@pml.org.
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/2026-municipal-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Drive\, Hershey\, Pennsylvania\, 17033
CATEGORIES:League Summit,League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270303T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270305T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260326T140231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T140232Z
UID:15724-1804032000-1804291199@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:2027 Annual PELRAS Conference
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!\n\n\n\nNext year\, the 2027 Annual PELRAS Conference will return to Hershey on March 3-5\, 2027. \n\n\n\nPELRAS members will have the first opportunity to book overnight sleeping rooms for next year’s conference beginning in October 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThings to see and do in Hershey!\n\n\n\nView Now!
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/2027-annual-pelras-conference/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Drive\, Hershey\, Pennsylvania\, 17033
CATEGORIES:League Training Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270603T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260112T133649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T133649Z
UID:15311-1812009600-1812128400@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:U•COMP Board of Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/ucomp-board-of-trustees-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Nittany Lion Inn\, 200 West Park Avenue\, State College\, Pennsylvania\, 16803\, United States
CATEGORIES:U•COMP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270610T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270611T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20260112T133517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T133517Z
UID:15309-1812614400-1812733200@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:PennPRIME Board of Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/pennprime-board-of-trustees-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Kimpton Hotel Monaco\, 620 William Penn Pl\, Pittsburgh\, Pennsylvania\, 15219\, United States
CATEGORIES:PennPRIME
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270915T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270915T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251222T143105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T143105Z
UID:15275-1820966400-1821052799@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:PennPRIME Board of Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/pennprime-board-of-trustees-meeting/
LOCATION:Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\, 215 Innovation Boulevard\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
CATEGORIES:PennPRIME
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270916T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270917T235959
DTSTAMP:20260405T224050
CREATED:20251222T143225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T143226Z
UID:15276-1821052800-1821225599@www.pml.org
SUMMARY:PennPRIME Annual Conference & Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.pml.org/event/pennprime-annual-conference-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\, 215 Innovation Boulevard\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
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