The public has a right to peaceably record public officials, municipal employees, and police officers, when in public areas. However, having a citizen journalist at your door can make many public entity employees unsure of what to do and how …
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Mathews County utilizes a historic building as its administrative office. To protect employees, the county recently received Risk Management Grant funds for the purchase of security cameras to provide an extra layer of security. “The cameras help protect citizens and staff …
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While you may think that cybersecurity is just an IT issue, the truth is that actions taken by bad actors can target any number of departments, including finance and human resources. October is recognized as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time …
When group self-insurance pools were authorized through the Code of Virginia § 15.2- 2703, it was done “for the purpose of providing to the participating political subdivisions risk management services as well as insurance coverage…” As such, VRSA encourages member entities …
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Alexandria Renew, the wastewater treatment authority for Alexandria and parts of Fairfax County, uses National Safety Month, recognized each June, to promote awareness and best practices in the workplace and the community. In past years, the authority has created safety themes …
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Over the last five years, VRSA has received more than 500 vehicle incidents involving backing, incurring more than $1.2 million in damages. More than 60 percent of these incidents involve a large vehicle. Regular training on safe backing is key …
This quarter, VRSA recognizes Waynesboro Public Schools 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 …
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More than 100 members attended the 2024 Annual Meeting, which returned in person last spring. With positive feedback from members, the meeting will remain in person at The Place at Innsbrook on Friday, May 9. The meeting is anticipated to …
Staff joined the Virginia Municipal League (VML) again this summer in the Town of Clifton Forge for a morning of sharing important updates and information with local government officials and staff. Topics discussed at the event included the upcoming General …
More than 150 member employees representing 93 cities, counties, towns, school divisions, and authorities attended the Fall Education Forums, hosted in communities throughout Virginia – small and large. Topics this year included an interactive session: Compensable or Not Compensable… You Play …
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