Thinking of utilizing a drone in your entity? Drones are a great way to help accomplish your goals and minimize risks to staff. VRSA Safety Specialist Eddie Shelton, one of several VRSA staff holding an Unmanned Aerial Systems operator license, …
VRSA recognizes the Town of Colonial Beach as one of more than 100 members to make the Gold Star List. The list is published each quarter to recognize members who have reported their workers’ compensation claims within three days of injury. Making the …
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Did you know that your entity could receive a discount on its premiums by simply completing the Risk Management Assessment (RMA)? The RMA is one way VRSA helps members measure their progress in specific areas of risk management. It consists …
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The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Underground Storage Tank (UST) program compliance has recently changed. Effective Oct. 1, 2025, the amount of time given to owners to respond to deficiencies noted by DEQ will differ depending on the severity …
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For many VRSA members, fielding calls from reporters or managing comments on social media pages is an additional duty as assigned. That’s one reason VRSA provides communications consulting services to eligible members to assist in navigating the unique communications challenges of local …
While temperatures have been mild this fall, now is the time to begin preparing for winter weather. Winter weather may raise your exposure to property damage, vehicle accidents, and slips, trips, and falls, just to name a few. Preparing your …
Staff continue to reach out and connect with Virginia’s local public entities – from the smallest to largest, through engagements, conferences, trainings, and more. Read more about their activities below! VML Annual Conference VRSA Senior Account Executive Lisa Schenk, Public …
The Bull Run Alcohol Safety Action Program, or ASAP, provides probationary oversight to offenders who have been referred to them from a court, typically for a conviction of driving under the influence. Bull Run is one of 21 ASAPS located throughout …
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The American Public Works Association, APWA, works to support those operating, improving, and maintaining public works and infrastructure through advocacy, education, and member engagement. The association offers accreditation, providing a voluntary opportunity for agencies to objectively evaluate, verify, and recognize …
The University of Virginia’s Leading, Educating, and Developing (LEAD) program is a one-week residential leadership development program designed for local government department heads, supervisors, and “rising stars.” City of Emporia Police Chief Troy Hawkins recently attended the program, paid for …