Remember the last time you needed to give information, feedback, or news to someone that you thought might be difficult or hard for the listener to hear? Did you hesitate to say it or sugar coat it? Did you opt for the more direct “honest truth” approach? Or perhaps you doubled-down on the data to prove your point. Either way, your well-intentioned message may not always be received as you expect…

Have you wondered what benefits and services come with your SDAO memberships and SDIS insurance coverage? If so, join us on Thursday, June 6th for an overview of what SDAO and SDIS can offer to members. There are a lot of things your district can be taking advantage of, so don’t miss this chance to learn more!

You are invited to join us on April 16th for the PACE Agent Forum! 
This hybrid meeting will feature updates from our legal, risk management, claims, and underwriting departments pertinent to the upcoming PACE renewal.
 
In addition, we will have a guest speaker from CBIZ, the appraisal company that we use for our property appraisals!  Also speaking will be Tim Bauer, our large-loss property…

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.

One of the best ways to prevent accidents is to conduct a thorough analysis, not only of lost-time accidents but also of other incidents. In this webinar, we will review the OR-OSHA requirements for accident investigations. We will also guide you through the investigation process and show you how to use the “Five Whys” technique to identify the root cause to prevent reoccurrence.

Public Meetings Law is consistently changing and as a board member or district manager of an irrigation district or similar entity, it is imperative that you stay up to date and compliant. Join SDAO Senior Consultant Mark Knudson for an overview on public meetings, tips for managing public meetings and communications, and more. This session will be offered in a hybrid format allowing for you to…

This spring, join SDAO for an interactive training workshop tailored to the unique landscape of Oregon’s special districts. Our experienced speakers will equip you with the knowledge and tools to refine your HR practices, ensuring they are robust, compliant, and conducive to a thriving workplace.

This spring, join SDAO for an interactive training workshop tailored to the unique landscape of Oregon’s special districts. Our experienced speakers will equip you with the knowledge and tools to refine your HR practices, ensuring they are robust, compliant, and conducive to a thriving workplace.

This spring, join SDAO for an interactive training workshop tailored to the unique landscape of Oregon’s special districts. Our experienced speakers will equip you with the knowledge and tools to refine your HR practices, ensuring they are robust, compliant, and conducive to a thriving workplace.

This spring, join SDAO for an interactive training workshop tailored to the unique landscape of Oregon’s special districts. Our experienced speakers will equip you with the knowledge and tools to refine your HR practices, ensuring they are robust, compliant, and conducive to a thriving workplace.

This spring, join SDAO for an interactive training workshop tailored to the unique landscape of Oregon’s special districts. Our experienced speakers will equip you with the knowledge and tools to refine your HR practices, ensuring they are robust, compliant, and conducive to a thriving workplace.

This spring, join SDAO for an interactive training workshop tailored to the unique landscape of Oregon’s special districts. Our experienced speakers will equip you with the knowledge and tools to refine your HR practices, ensuring they are robust, compliant, and conducive to a thriving workplace.

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…

Ready to amplify your district's voice and build stronger community connections? Join SDAO and Streamline for a 3-part social media webinar series! This series will equip your district with the tools to navigate online rumors, target the right audience, and craft engaging content that keeps the community informed and involved. Register today and learn how social media can be a powerful tool for…

Ready to amplify your district's voice and build stronger community connections? Join SDAO and Streamline for a 3-part social media webinar series! This series will equip your district with the tools to navigate online rumors, target the right audience, and craft engaging content that keeps the community informed and involved. Register today and learn how social media can be a powerful tool for…

Ready to amplify your district's voice and build stronger community connections? Join SDAO and Streamline for a 3-part social media webinar series! This series will equip your district with the tools to navigate online rumors, target the right audience, and craft engaging content that keeps the community informed and involved. Register today and learn how social media can be a powerful tool for…

The SDAO Consulting Services Program is in place to assist districts with addressing complex issues as they work toward providing their patrons with cost-effective, highly desirable, and efficient public services. With a cadre of expert consultants at its fingertips, the Consulting Services Program can assist districts with board and organizational assessments, management recruitments, strategic…

Join us to learn about Energy Trust of Oregon’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) offering. Strategic Energy Management provides the tools and education to help organizations optimize building equipment and systems, reduce energy use and operating costs, improve comfort and safety, and allow the organization to operate more sustainably. 
 
In this webinar, SEM energy coaches will provide: 
• An…

Join NSDC and iamGIS on May 7th at 12:00 pm MT to learn more about the legislation, how it impacts special districts, and what you can do to prepare for it.

Offered by Vendor Solutions Network member In-Accord NW, this webinar will equip you with essential mindsets and skills to manage inevitable, everyday conflicts throughout your work. You’ll learn how to navigate through tense situations in ways that enhance, rather than damage, important professional relationships. Through this engaging presentation, you’ll gain easy to remember and easy to apply…

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…

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 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…

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 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…

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 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…

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…

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 SDAO Board of Directors and SDIS Board of Trustees will be meeting for a joint work session on April 4, 2024 at 9am at Timberline Lodge.

Date: Wednesday, March 13th
Time: 12-1pm
Cost: No charge to SDAO members and SDIS agents

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Is your water system prepared for the evolving cyber threat landscape?
Small water and wastewater utilities are increasingly targeted by sophisticated cyberattacks. These attacks can disrupt critical operations, contaminate water supplies, and cause significant public health risks.
This essential webinar will equip you with the knowledge and actionable insights to defend your…

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Save the date! The annual SDAO Member Scholarship Golf Tournament will be held Friday, September 13th at Chehalem Glenn Golf Course in Newberg. Watch this page or your email inbox for more details in July.

With a little over one month left until the big event, we want to invite you to join SDAO Member Services for a webinar all about our 2024 annual conference! We are so excited to share all the details about the event with you in a panel-discussion format. We’ll go over the schedule, hotel information, what to expect, and more. 

The SDIS Board of Trustees will be meeting for a regular meeting on February 7, 2024 at 2pm at the Seaside Civic & Convention Center

12:30pm at the Seaside Civic & Convention Center

Mark your calendar for the 2024 SDAO Annual Conference! We will have over 20 training and educational sessions, networking opportunities, our ever-popular exhibitor trade show, awards banquet, and more! The annual conference is also our member districts’ opportunity to send a representative to attend their caucus meeting and vote at the Annual Business Meeting.  
Dates 

Mark your calendar for the 2024 SDAO Annual Conference! We will have over 20 training and educational sessions, networking opportunities, our ever-popular exhibitor trade show, awards banquet, and more! The annual conference is also our member districts’ opportunity to send a representative to attend their caucus meeting and vote at the Annual Business Meeting.  
Dates 

Mark your calendar for the 2024 SDAO Annual Conference! We will have over 20 training and educational sessions, networking opportunities, our ever-popular exhibitor trade show, awards banquet, and more! The annual conference is also our member districts’ opportunity to send a representative to attend their caucus meeting and vote at the Annual Business Meeting.  
Dates 

Mark your calendar for the 2024 SDAO Annual Conference! We will have over 20 training and educational sessions, networking opportunities, our ever-popular exhibitor trade show, awards banquet, and more! The annual conference is also our member districts’ opportunity to send a representative to attend their caucus meeting and vote at the Annual Business Meeting.  
Dates 

The SDAO Board of Directors will be holding a regular meeting on April 4, 2024 at 1pm at Timberline Lodge.

The SDIS Board of Trustees will be meeting for a regular meeting on April 3, 2024 at 1pm at Timberline Lodge. 

The SDIS Board of Trustees will be holding a regular meeting on June 5, 2024 at 10:00am at the SDAO Office - Tigard.

The SDAO Board of Directors will be conducting a regular meeting on June 13, 2024 at 10:00am at the SDAO Office - Salem.

10:00am at SDAO Office - Tigard

10:00am at SDAO Office - Salem

SDAO Office - Salem

SDAO Office - Salem