January 15, 2016

Licensed Handgun Carry and Buildings that House Municipal Courts and Court Offices
In the wake of two confusing attorney general opinions related to licensed handgun carry, court facilities, and signage, some local governments are calling foul. For example, the Texas District and County Attorneys Association and the Texas Conference of Urban Counties... read more

Texas Water Development Board Announcement: SWIFT Funding Cycle Open
The application period for the 2016 funding cycle of the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT) program is now open. The preliminary, two-page application may be submitted via the Texas Water Development Board's (TWDB).. read more 
Deadline Approaching for Elected Officials' Conference
The TML-TAMCC Elected Officials' Conference takes place February 18-20 at the Hyatt Lost Pines near Bastrop. Join hundreds of your colleagues from around the state for an outstanding line-up of educational sessions, problem-solving, and networking opportunities. Register for the conference and reserve your Hyatt room by January 27 to receive the special Texas Municipal League group rate.

Make plans to join us!

2016 Texas Youth Advisory Commission Summit
For almost 15 years, TML has partnered with a city in Texas to host a two-day, statewide Youth Advisory Commission (YAC) Summit. The summit is an opportunity for cities, schools, and local youth groups to share the experiences of their programs, and the positive impact they have on their community. It provides a fun environment for youth and city leaders to learn from and work with each other. Adults and students leave with a greater appreciation of their own programs, and new ideas to inspire their enthusiasm and success. 

The City of Pearland is hosting the 2016 YAC Summit on February 20-21, 2016. The summit's theme--Olympiad: Training for a Stronger Future--aims to inspire future leaders to dream big and think outside of the box through life lessons, practical advice, team-building exercises, and of course, laughter!

Learn more about the 2016 YAC Summit.

Small Cities' Problem-Solving Clinics in West, Tom Bean, and Balcones Heights
Small cities, we have a training workshop that is just your size - a TML Small Cities' Problem-Solving Clinic. Each clinic covers the basics (key legal requirements, legislative updates, and a review of TML services), and offers ample time to discuss the issues important to your city during the legal question-and-answer session and roundtable discussion. For just $40 per registrant, the clinic delivers a high educational impact at a low cost. Upcoming clinics will take place on March 11 in West, March 18 in Tom Bean, and April 8 in Balcones Heights.

Reserve your place.

Texas Reception at the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference
TML is hosting a Texas Reception for Texas city officials attending the National League of Cities Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C. on March 5-9. The Texas Reception will take place on Monday, March 7, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, D.C.

To register for the Texas Reception ($35 a ticket), click here.

To register for the NLC Congressional City Conference, go to www.nlc.org.

Save the Date for the TML 2016 Annual Conference and Exhibition!
The League's 2016 Annual Conference and Exhibition will take place October 4-7 at the Austin Convention Center. Delegate registration and housing will open in late July.

The League is now accepting presentation proposals for the 2016 Annual Conference through April 1. Speakers come from all over the United States to voluntarily share their experience and expertise with conference attendees. Conference sessions and speakers will be chosen through a careful review process, and will be notified in June of their selection.

Submit a presentation proposal here.

TML On Demand Learning
TML now offers a new training option that gives city officials another way to access training - online and on demand. TML On Demand allows you to view previously recorded League trainings (webinars and videos) at your convenience.

With TML On Demand, elected officials from TML member cities can earn up to 14 CEUs per year for recorded sessions toward their TMLI certification. Watch a free webinar from the comfort of your home, or gather your colleagues in a meeting room and view a fee-based webinar.

Check out TML On Demand.
Jan 21 Region 5 Meeting
Burkburnett
Jan 25
Regional Officer Training
Webinar
Jan 27
Edna
Jan 28
Region 2 Meeting
Amarillo
Jan 28Region 9 Meeting
Waco
Feb 11 Region 7 Meeting
Helotes
Apr 28
Region 11 Meeting
Rockport
Jan 28-29
Feb 1
Webinar 
Feb 3
Bastrop
Feb 4-5
Texas Municipal Human Resources Association: Civil Service
Bastrop
Feb 11-12
TCAA 17th Annual Riley Fletcher Basic Municipal Law Seminar
Austin
Feb 18-20
Bastrop
Feb 20-21
Pearland
Feb 25-26
Granbury
Mar 3
Social Media and Your City: Possibilities, Policies, and Pitfalls
Webinar
Mar 7
Texas Reception at NLC Congressional City Conference
Washington, D.C.
Mar 10-11
Public Funds Investment Act
Austin
Mar 11
TML Small Cities' Problem-Solving Clinic
West
Mar 18
TML Small Cities' Problem-Solving Clinic
Tom Bean
Mar 31-Apr 1
Texas City Management Association William "King" Cole Session 2 - Advanced
Addison
Apr 1
Budget, Tax Rate, and Audit Workshop
Levelland
Apr 8
Apr 17-20
Government Finance Officers Association Spring Institute
Austin
Apr 22
TML Public Officials Liability Workshop
Austin
May 4-6
Texas Municipal Human Resources Association Annual Conference
Fort Worth
May 11-13
Texas Municipal Utilities Association Annual Conference
Kerrville
May 12-13
Grant Writing for Municipal Programs and Projects
Dallas
May 18-20
TML Leadership Academy-Course 1
Round Rock
Jun 8-10
Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers Annual Conference
Arlington
Jun 9
Budget, Tax Rate, and Audit Workshop
Bastrop
Jun 9-12
Texas City Management Association Annual Conference
South Padre Island 
June 15-17
Texas City Attorney's Association Summer Conference
Bastrop 
Jun 15-17
TML Leadership Academy-Course 2
Round Rock 
Jun 23-24
Public Funds Investment Act
Austin 
Jul 28-29
Newly Elected City Officials' Orientation
Granbury 

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