Join Attorney Eileen Eakins for a full-day training tailored to special district board members and management staff. Eileen will provide a comprehensive overview of laws and regulations governing Oregon’s special districts and the public officials that represent them. It is essential training for newly elected board members and newly appointed management staff, but even experienced individuals…

The SDIS Board of Trustees will be meeting for a regular meeting on September 4, 2024 at 10:00am at SDAO Office - Tigard.

Your Employee Handbook - A Discussion of its Value, Purpose and How to Get Yours Up to Date!

The State and Local Cyber Grant Program (SLCGP) Planning Committee invites you to the SLCGP Grant Application Office Hours.

The SDAO Conference & Education Committee will meet for a regualr meeting on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 1pm at the SDAO Salem office and Microsoft Teams.

The SDAO Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on September 12, 2024 at 10:00am at SDAO Office - Salem

The SDAO Member Scholarship Golf Tournament is your opportunity to play 18 holes with your special district colleagues at one of the top ranked golf courses for tournament play in the Portland Metro area.
Chehalem Glenn Golf Course is owned and operated by SDAO member district Chehalem Park & Recreation District. This beautiful and scenic course offers challenging play for both novice and…

This training has been canceled 

Join SDAO Senior Consultant George Dunkel for a training covering board member relations, expectations, and ethics. A cohesive board is key to the success of a special district as well as understanding your expectations as a board member. You will leave this training with the knowledge to have strong relationships on your board and know what is expected of you. George will also cover the rules…

Oregon Latinos in Local Government 2024 Fall Conference 

The State and Local Cyber Grant Program (SLCGP) Planning Committee invites you to the SLCGP Grant Application Office Hours.

Calling all metro area special district representatives! Join us for the Metro Breakfast on September 24, 2024!

Join SDAO Senior Consultant George Dunkel for a training covering board member relations, expectations, and ethics. A cohesive board is key to the success of a special district as well as understanding your expectations as a board member. You will leave this training with the knowledge to have strong relationships on your board and know what is expected of you. George will also cover the rules…

Join SDAO Senior Consultant George Dunkel for a training covering board member relations, expectations, and ethics. A cohesive board is key to the success of a special district as well as understanding your expectations as a board member. You will leave this training with the knowledge to have strong relationships on your board and know what is expected of you. George will also cover the rules…

Join SDAO Senior Consultant George Dunkel for a training covering board member relations, expectations, and ethics. A cohesive board is key to the success of a special district as well as understanding your expectations as a board member. You will leave this training with the knowledge to have strong relationships on your board and know what is expected of you. George will also cover the rules…

Join SDAO Senior Consultant George Dunkel for a training covering board member relations, expectations, and ethics. A cohesive board is key to the success of a special district as well as understanding your expectations as a board member. You will leave this training with the knowledge to have strong relationships on your board and know what is expected of you. George will also cover the rules…

Risk management doesn’t end just because a loss happens. Join Property Casualty Claims Manager, Jens Jensen, to learn some tips and tricks to properly document when a loss occurs.

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REGISTER NOW!

Join us for Part One of our Safety Committee Webinar Series: Rules and Requirements. In this session, you’ll discover the key differences between a safety committee and safety meetings. We’ll cover essential topics such as committee member roles, meeting agendas, minute-taking, and inspection schedules. Don’t miss this opportunity to ensure your safety protocols are up to standard!

Thursday, November 7th

The SDAO Board of Directors and SDIS Board of Trustees will be holding a joint work session on November 13 at 1pm at the SDAO Salem Office.

The SDIS Board of Trustees will be holding a regular meeting on November 13, 2024 at 9am at the SDAO Office - Salem.

The SDAO Board of Directors and SDIS Board of Trustees will be meeting for a joint meeting on November 14th at 9am at the SDAO Salem Office.

The SDAO Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on November 14, 2024 at 1pm at the SDAO Office - Salem

OGEC is excited to announce that it is partnering with several public bodies to offer in-person training sessions on Public Meetings Law. These trainings are open to any public officials who would like to attend. 

OGEC is excited to announce that it is partnering with several public bodies to offer in-person training sessions on Public Meetings Law. These trainings are open to any public officials who would like to attend. 

REGISTER NOW!

REGISTER NOW!

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

This training is part two of our Safety Committee Series. During this webinar we will be discussing Hazard Identification. This class will discuss ideas and examples of what types of hazards your safety committee should be looking for and might find during your quarterly inspections.

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

The SDIS Board of Trustees will be meeting for a regular meeting on February 5, 2025 at 2pm at Riverhouse on the Deschutes. 

The SDAO Board of Directors will be meeting for a regular board meeting on February 5, 2025 at 12:00pm at the Riverhouse on the Deschutes. 

SDAO Annual Conference

This training is part three of our Safety Committee Series. Effective accident investigations can be a key to improving your safety program.  This session will discuss the safety committee requirements related to accident investigations, investigation steps, and how to determine the true cause of the accident, preventing a recurrence.

SDAO Annual Conference

SDAO Annual Conference

SDAO Annual Conference

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

The SDAO Legislative Committee will be meeting for a regular meeting on February 21, 2025 at 11am-1pm at the SDAO Salem Office. 

Presented by the Oregon Government Ethics Commission, this virtual training is specifically designed for individual governing body members subject to Oregon Public Meetings Law, but it is open to anyone interested. The session will cover:

Don’t let safety issues overwhelm you. Forming an effective safety committee allows you to proactively address hazards, prioritize employee health, and continuously improve your safety programs. Regular meetings ensure protocol adherence, boosting morale by minimizing risks and preventing injuries. This webinar will discuss how you can establish a successful safety committee, understand its…

Travelers Boiler & Machinery, as the new carrier of equipment breakdown coverage and provider of jurisdictional inspection services, is excited to introduce SDIS & PACE members to our inspectors and provide an overview of our equipment breakdown services, including jurisdictional inspections, equipment breakdown claim investigation, and risk control consultation/resources. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day. 

SDAO Offices will be closed this day.