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Niagara Bound Tours was established in 2004 by Lezlie Harper. Lezlie started her work career in tourism as a busgirl. Over the years, that interest in tourism never waned. CLICK HERE for more information.
Three tours will be offered on tour days.
Passports: AS OF JUNE 1, 2009: U.S. citizens will be required to present one of the following documents for entry into the United States by land or sea from Canada: US Passport Card or US Passport. CLICK HERE to read more.
Phones: Don't get hit with international charges! Plan in advance. Below is some information on intentional plans, but be sure to call your cellular provider for information.
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The 82nd Annual Conference includes a special two day Code Enforcement Program, October 14 and 15, which is applicable to not only the city attorney and law department but also your code enforcement officials. Click here to view the tentative schedule.
The 82nd Annual Conference includes a special Institute for Local Government Lawyers program on October 14, 2017.
The Institute for Local Government Lawyers (ILGL) is a beginners-level program geared towards attorneys new to local government, as well as seasoned attorneys who need a “refresher” in various general topics of local government law. Presenters are law school professors and/or local government lawyers with a vast amount of experience throughout the United States. The presentations will provide a broad overview on a number of topics of interest to local government attorneys and will be in a classroom-type setting.CLICK HERE to view the tentative agenda.
Space is limited register early! Click here to register.
IMLA is delighted to offer you an opportunity to network with your colleagues and have direct access to premier vendors and attorneys who concentrate on various areas of municipal law at breakfast! The breakfast will be organized tables by “Topic” and you can enjoy your breakfast together with your colleagues. The WONK Breakfast is planned for Tuesday, October 17th, 7:30 am to 8:45am- in the Exhibit Hall B. The fee for this breakfast is $20 ($25 10/7 - 10/13).
CLICK HERE to pick your tables.
Cable franchising and renewals present IMLA members with challenges and opportunities concerning franchise fees, PEG funding, and more. Join Best Best & Krieger for breakfast and insights on these and other renewal issues, including franchising in states that have passed state franchising legislation. Compare notes and “lessons learned” with your colleagues on the status of cable franchise renewals in the region and around the country. We’ll spend a large portion of the session addressing your specific questions and concerns, so come prepared!
As the federal government signals it will loosen regulatory standards, permitting requirements and enforcement under federal environmental statutes it presents a mixed bag of news for municipalities. Environmental groups are poised to use the “citizen suit” provisions of the Clean Water and Clean Air Acts as an “end-run” around discretionary enforcement by the USEPA and state agencies in “delegated states.” This program will give participants a chance to discuss key defenses that have been effective in protecting municipalities in Section 505 actions and the type of negotiating tactics that lead to workable consent orders.
Be a problem solver - don’t bring your client problems – they just make their head hurt!
Tips to develop self-direction and self-motivation.
What language are you speaking? Still “speaking legal?” Learn translation skills!
Discover that “cutting to the chase” doesn’t mean running with scissors!
How to get to “get stuck in” your organization….
But wait, there’s more! Commit to lifetime learning by reserving a seat at this table.
See how hundreds of attorneys and clerks automatically create ordinances and manage their own code without the lag and expense of traditional codifiers. MCO’s disruptive web software is changing the municipal code landscape!
How do municipalities get into financial trouble? How do they react to being in trouble? Can they peel the onion back and honestly deal with their problems? Are some of them hopeless cases? What can or should a state government do to help struggling municipalities? David Unkovic served as a state receiver for the City of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania’s state capital, and in private practice he has represented the state as part of consulting teams trying to develop and implement workout plans for various distressed municipalities, large and small. What works? What doesn’t work? Bonus topic: What is the most dysfunctional level of government in the American political system: the federal government? State governments? Local governments?
The latest movement in rebuilding infrastructure is “resiliency.” For years State and Local governments have been in a “reactive” position when it comes to responding to the devastating impacts of natural disasters. Recently, that mindset has shifted toward preemptive efforts, emphasizing mitigation and sustainability when approaching recovery to prevent future loss of life and property. A large component of establishing a successful preemptive plan is understanding the required procurement policies, monitoring and compliance structure necessary for these funds. In extreme circumstances communities may inadvertently disregard the multitude of constraints that accompany federal grant funding. Conversely, some communities are overwhelmed by the required regulatory restrictions, and afraid to use any of the recovery grant funds. In either scenario, the community is at risk of losing the very funding that is pivotal to their future success and growth.
During this roundtable, we will discuss the importance of monitoring and compliance for the types of disaster recovery funding available and managing these complex programs while avoiding pitfalls that could result in a loss of funding.
Throughout 2017, the courts, the federal government, the states and a significant number of municipalities, many of them IMLA members, have been engaged in heated legal battle over whether and how non-citizens may gain entry into the United States and/or stay and to what extent the President has plenary power in this area.
The most recent developments will be discussed.
This issue has been percolating since at least 2014. With the comments all filed in the FCC wireless and wireline proceedings – where are we now and when will the FCC rule on wireless access to our Rights of Way?
We will discuss recurring appellate issues for public entities like immunities, mandatory duties, and institutional practices that frequently end up in the appellate courts and the attitude of the courts to those issues.
Do you have a legal or managerial question that has managed to stump everyone in your office? Here is your chance to bring your most challenging “head scratchers” to a panel of IMLA Super Wonks for a roundtable discussion. This panel will be comprised of IMLA Fellows who are well-versed in municipal law and the challenges faced by municipal lawyers and are eager to listen to you and offer advice. Bonus points for anybody who can “stump” the Fellows with a difficult question!
To say the Supreme Court loves cities is no exaggeration! At this WONK table we will discuss any aspect of Supreme Court litigation that interests participants from the current docket, to the new Justice, to issues of future likely interest to the Court affecting local governments.
Race and Politics: This session will cover pending and recently decided racial gerrymandering cases (Cooper v. Harris, Dickson v. Rucho and North Carolina v. Covington) in which the courts are struggling to arrive at a workable, consistent standard for evaluating the permissible extent to which states and local governments can rely upon racial considerations in evaluating the legality of redistricting plans following the Alabama Legislative Black Caucus decision from the last term. We will also discuss the pending Wisconsin case in which IMLA has filed an amicus brief, wherein the Court may ultimately decide whether partisan gerrymandering cases are justiciable and by what measurable standard. We will be several weeks into the October 2017 term, and the most current filings in several of the cases before SCOTUS will be available.
Smaller/rural communities can often benefit from entering into an ILA. Learn what factors local leaders feel are important to their ILA entry decisions.
CLICK HERE to pick your tables!
IMLA is delighted to offer you an opportunity to network with colleagues from your state/province! The breakfast will be organized tables by state/province and you can enjoy your breakfast together with your colleagues. The State/Province Breakfast is planned for Monday, October 16th, 7:00 am – in the Exhibit Hall B. The fee for this breakfast is $20 ($25 10/7 - 10/13).
Kick off the 82nd Annual Conference in Niagara falls at the Welcome Reception. Enjoy food, drinks and networking!
Also experience the Journey Behind the Falls and Niagara’s Fury attraction!
To stand at the heart of the falls, you’ll first need to descend 150 feet and explore 130-year-old tunnels through the bedrock.
Experience the falls from the observation deck at the foot of the 13-story-tall falls, but don’t forget the viewing portals cut straight through the rock, offering a once-in-a-lifetime view of one-fifth of the world’s fresh water crashing down in front of you.
Discover the ancient story of Niagara Falls in 4D and re-live the exciting experience in this 360 degree multi-sensory theater.
The annual softball game will be held on Tuesday, October 17 at Oakes Park. A bus will pick up the participants at the hotel transport them to Oakes Park Field. At the end of the game, each participant will be dropped off by bus at a local bar, Doc Magilligan's. All participants will receive a free softball jersey and cap. The organizing committee will supply softballs, bats, and drinks. No alcoholic beverages are allowed at Oakes Park. Each participant is encouraged to bring a glove and a jacket or sweatshirt, and must sign standard waiver forms required by IMLA. This is a free event, but bus seats will be given at a first come, first served basis.
If there are other destinations that you are interested in, please contact Niagara Bound Tours directly by email or telephone- (905)-685-5375.
Join Cindy Yi on a morning run before the IMLA sessions begin! More information and sign-up will be available soon!
Cindy is an Associate in the Municipal, Land Use Planning and Development Law Group at Loopstra Nixon LLP, the largest full-service law firm in west Toronto. She represents a broad cross-section of public and private sector clients on a variety of municipal law matters throughout the province. She is an avid fitness enthusiast, and has run several Tough Mudder races, competed in powerlifting competitions, and enjoys long-distance running. She is also currently training for two marathons this year.
IMLA has secured a block of sleeping rooms and a special room rate at the Hilton Hotel and Suites Niagara Falls/Fallsview, a first class facility, in Ontario, Canada.
In order to secure this block of specially priced sleeping rooms and to keep meeting costs to a minimum, IMLA has entered into a total meeting package and contract with the Hilton Hotel and Suites Niagara Falls/Fallsview. If you choose to make your sleeping room reservations outside the IMLA group block, such as through an Internet reservation system or with a discount coupon, we need to advise you that IMLA can suffer significant financial penalties. IMLA can be held financially responsible for the attrition or difference between what was promised in the group block and what was actually utilized.
Please Note: Six Month Validity Passport Rule. As a general rule, passports should have at least six months of validity when traveling internationally. Most countries will not permit a traveler to enter their country unless the passport is set to expire at least six months after the final day of travel. Canada now enforces the six month validity rule! CLICK HERE for more information.
CLICK HERE to read more about the passport card.CLICK HERE to view fees and forms.
Routine Service: Approximately 4-6 weeks from the time of application, including mailing time.
Expedite Service: Approximately 2-3 weeks from the time of application, including mailing time.
CLICK HERE to review the forms and fees.
"Bad photos are the #1 reason passport applications get held up during the application process"
CLICK HERE to read photo requirements.
CLICK HERE to read more about passport photos.
Your transportation to and from the airport is on your own, however, IMLA is working with Niagara Airbus and AVIS to provide IMLA members with discounted transportation!
The code (466) is valid for travel from October 7 - 25th, 2017.
CLICK HERE for information on booking online.
Avis Worldwide Discount or AWD number is J867718.
The AWD code is valid seven days prior to the event and seven days after the event.
Walk: The Scotiabank Convnetion Center is only two blocks away!
Busses (free): Busses to and from the Scotiabank center will be circulating all day.
The Welcome Reception will take place at the brink of the falls!
Walk: The Welcome Reception is in walking distance of the hotels. Take time to enjoy the beautiful scenery!
Busses: Busses will be ciriculating. It will be a short trip (~5 minutes) to the location.
IMLA's 81st Annual Conference will take place in the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel in the beautiful San Diego California.
San Diego Padres Baseball Tickets For Sale!
IMLA has 10 tickets available for a private, all-inclusive space at the San Diego Padres Petco Park during IMLA's 81st Annual Conference on September 28th, 2016. If you are registered for the conference and would like to secure a seat, please register today. This is a very popular event, so tickets may go fast! CLICK HERE for more ticket and registration information.
Regular IMLA Conference:IMLA's annual conference in San Diego will begin on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 1:00 pm and conclude on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 12:05 pm. To view the session titles, times, speakers and location, click here.
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Regular IMLA Conference:IMLA's annual conference in San Diego will begin on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at 1:00 pm and conclude on Sunday, October 2, 2016 at 12:05 pm. To view the titles, times, speakers and location, click here.
Code Program: A special two day Code Enforcement Program, September 28th and 29th which is applicable to not only the city attorney and law department but also your code enforcement officials.
CLICK HERE to for the registration form.
IMLA is delighted to offer you an opportunity to network with your colleagues and have direct access to premier vendors and attorneys who concentrate on various areas of municipal law at breakfast! The breakfast will be organized tables by “Topic” and you can enjoy your breakfast together with your colleagues. The WONK Breakfast is planned for Saturday, October 1st, 7:30 am – 8:30 am, on the Indigo Terrace. Please complete the form below by September 15, 2016. There is a $15 charge for this breakfast. CLICK HERE for the breakfast registration form.
Employment Law: "Before you drop the axe . . ."
Unbalanced Justice- Is your City Running a "Debtors' Prison"
The excitement for autonomous vehicles is real and deserving. However, existing laws and regulations (from vehicles codes to federal safety regulations) do not exactly accommodate this technology… yet. Community and transportation planning, transportation networks, infrastructure build-out, economic development initiatives, public safety and local revenue will all be dramatically impacted and transformed. Join Best Best & Krieger for breakfast to discuss the promise and challenges presented by autonomous vehicles, and what steps must be considered now at the local and regional level to take advantage of the opportunities presented by AVs — and to protect against the potential legal, economic and social issues raised by their deployment. Insightful updates on the roll-out of this technology and regulatory analysis from our D.C. attorneys on what is occurring at the federal, state and local level, including how agencies can ensure their concerns and needs are included in any future rulemakings and Congressional legislation, will also be discussed.
An open discussion that will cover topics such as entity regulation, seccession planning challenges, and what the 82nd IMLA Annual Conference in Niagara should entail.
We will discuss issues of interest or concern to attendees at the table, including LGBT, Pay Equity, ADA/Accommodation, Harassment, Retaliation, Hiring/Recruiting, Promotion, Terminations, Compensation, Leaves, Investigations, Testing, Litigation, Adverse Impact Review, Wage & Hour, Class Actions, Employment Testing – or any other issue you choose to raise at the table.
This session offers attendees the opportunity to discuss consideration (including questions and procedures) before terminating an employee. As usual, there also will be opportunity for round-table discussion of current concerns and issues associated with municipal employment.
We'll discuss the type of content, design and features of websites that are most useful and present the most favorable impression of the City. Topic also includes search tips for finding what you're looking for.
Members of IMLA’s land use section are invited to this WONK table to discuss shared issues and interests. Not a section member, but interested? Claim a seat to learn more! The table will be hosted by Section Co-chairs Julian Grant and Susan Trevarthen.
This will cover the voter ID cases decided in mid-July in several circuits as well as pending cases involving racial gerrymandering and vote suppression.
Come meet our animal law experts and find out innovative ways to handling dog and cat ordinances that might be causing controversy or consternation for your council members.
Local governments are playing an increasingly important role in detecting and preventing human trafficking. As law enforcement agencies continue to identify trafficking cases in certain adult businesses and massage parlors, cities are strengthening their licensing regulations to help prevent criminal activity and weed out bad actors. This discussion highlights key ordinance provisions and best practices.
The inherent conflict of law and policy and the municipal lawyer's place on the battlefield.
To say the Supreme Court loves cities is no exaggeration! At this WONK table we will discuss any aspect of Supreme Court litigation that interests participants from the current docket to the current vacancy to issues of future likely interest to the Court affecting local governments.
Harris v. City of Austin, a "debtors' prison" lawsuit is the only case dismissed to date alleging the "criminalization of poverty" by municipalities in the national trend of federal lawsuits being filed across the country from Ferguson, Missouri to Austin, Texas, which have garnered attention from the national press and the U.S. Department of Justice.
From striking the perfect work-life balance to mastering the fine art of networking, there’s a lot that goes into your first few years of law practice beyond writing briefs and researching case law. Young attorneys, as well as the young at heart, are invited to attend this informal discussion of life after law school and life as a young local government lawyer. Lawyering war stories are strongly encouraged.
CLICK HERE to choose your top 3 tables.
CLICK HERE for the State/Province Breakfast registration form.
The annual softball game will be held on Saturday, October 1 at Robb Field in Ocean Beach - a high-quality lighted softball field operated by the City of San Diego and located within a popular recreational area about 10 miles north of downtown San Diego. A 47-passenger bus will pick up the participants at the Hilton Bayfront Hotel at 4:45 pm and transport them to Robb Field. At the end of the game (about 7:45 p.m.), each participant will have the option to return by bus to the Hilton Bayfront Hotel or be dropped off by bus at a local bar, location to be determined. All participants will receive a free softball jersey and cap. The organizing committee will supply softballs, bats, snacks, and drinks. No alcoholic beverages are allowed at Robb Field. Each participant is encouraged to bring a glove and a jacket or sweatshirt, and must sign standard waiver forms required by both IMLA and the City of San Diego.** This is a free event, but bus seats will be given at a first come, first served basis.
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The Headquarters hotel is FULL!
IMLA has secured a block of sleeping rooms and a special room rate at the Double Tree, in San Diego, California.
Stay in this accommodation that features the latest amenities, and high-rise harbor and city views and only 1.6 miles from the headquarters hotel.
To reserve a car, CLICK HERE or call 1-800-331-1600 and use IMLA's Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number: J867718CLICK HERE for more information.
Explore the city by using the MTS! Travel between the headquarters hotel, overflow hotel, and the rest of the city by bus, rail or trolley. See below for more information.
CLICK HERE to view the fares.
This year's IMLA in Canada Meeting will once again provide for an outstanding and cutting edge program that will explore a full range of topics. CLICK HERE to view the tentative schedule.
The success of all IMLA events is dependent upon the dedication and participation of all members and we look forward to seeing you in Toronto!
CLICK HERE for the registration form. CLICK HERE to register online.
Omni Shoreham Hotel Block Now Open!
IMLA's room block for the 2016 Mid-Year Seminar at the Omni is now open! CLICK HERE to book your room now!
IMLA is back in Washington, D.C. for the 2016 Mid-Year Seminar at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. Not only will the Seminar be filled with regular programming with cutting edge topics and quality speakers, but it will also feature a separate Section 1983- Defending the Government Program!
Regular Program Highlight: When is a Lawyer Entitled to Overtime?
The 2nd Circuit decided that a contract lawyer might be entitled to overtime under the FLSA in Lola v. Skadden, Arps (http://tinyurl.com/q32cs3n).The IMLA Seminar in Washington, DC April 15 to April 18, 2016 at the Omni Shoreham, will discuss this case and other FLSA issues. From raising the salary levels to distinguish between exempt and non-exempt employees to distinguishing between employees and independent contractors the Wage and Hour Division is on a tear. Find out how the FLSA affects your clients. The Seminar will include other topical programs so stay tuned for updates on the most important issues in local government law today.
IMLA is pleased to offer a sneak preview of the IMLA Section 1983 program which will be a separate track at the IMLA Seminar in April. Rooms at the Omni will be tight, so go on-line now and make your reservations. Click here to make a reservation. Check out the tentative program for the Section 1983 Program, HERE.
CLICK HERE to register for the 2016 Mid-Year Seminar.
CLICK HERE to view the tentative schedule of the 2016 Mid-Year Seminar.
Chief Legal Officer Forum (CLOF) is Back!
The Chief Legal Officer Forum is back at the Mid-Year Seminar in Washington D.C. It is open to the Chief Legal Officers representing municipalities with a flexible population range generally between 100,000 - 300,000. This is an excellent opportunity for Chief Legal Officers to spend time with colleagues in a setting that we hope will allow each of you to share ideas, problems and solutions that can be used to better serve your community.
IMLA is delighted to offer you an opportunity to network with your colleagues and have direct access to premier vendors and attorneys who concentrate on various areas of municipal law at breakfast! The breakfast will be organized tables by “Topic” and you can enjoy your breakfast together with your colleagues. The WONK Breakfast is planned for Sunday, April 17th, 7:30 am – in the Omni-Empire Ballroom. Please complete the form below by April 1, 2016 to assist us with our head count. There is no additional cost to attend this event!
This WONK table will include a discussion of Section 1983 immunities and Monell liability, including a recent Eleventh Circuit decision, Hoefling v. City of Miami, 2016 WL 285358. In Hoefling, the court held that alleging and identifying the final policy maker is no longer necessary at the pleading stage to satisfy Monell.
Mobilitie is the most talked about company on the IMLA and NATOA listservs and a national emerging legal issue. They are seeking local authority to deploy wireless facilities around the country, INCLUDING for Sprint. But Mobilitie claims itself to be a utility and demands utility rights in the discussions. What can we make of them and a locality’s position and rights to protect ITS community?
This WONK table will focus on Section 1983 trial practice and can include discussions on diversity and jury selection/staffing as well as strategies for making a Rule 68 offer of judgment.
Cyber-Security: Risks and Solutions for Local Governments: Data breaches have been in the news and on the minds of lawyers and officials as well as the general public. Join Devin Chwastyk, Chair of the Privacy & Data Security practice at McNees Wallace & Nurick, for an informal conversation about hot topics in data security. This WONK table may include discussion about the types of sensitive and protected data, the laws and regulations that govern the collection, storage, and use of such information by municipalities, and implementation of best practices, such as data security policies and breach response plans.
CLICK HERE to download the form or CLICK HERE to register online.
Reservations may be made by calling Omni Shoreham Hotel directly at (202) 234-0700 or online HERE.

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