To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. Another year has passed without any movement toward the retail sale of marijuana in Virginia. However, nothing has changed regarding legally possessing marijuana. This virtual presentation will discuss some of the challenges …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. A vital part of a successful risk management system is establishing processes for identifying hazards before they cause accidents. The main purpose is to prevent incidents, including injuries, property damage, and …
Theft of catalytic converters is on the rise. Thieves can steal this device in a matter of minutes, sell it to scrap metal dealers, and receive hundreds of dollars for the precious metals it contains. Please join us for a …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. This virtual event will include a description of the course offerings, an overview of the content, a demonstration of the Vector Training platform, and how schools can use this platform to …
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VRSA is partnering with the Virginia Municipal League (VML) to conduct a morning of FOIA/COIA training and presentations on topics critical to local risk mitigation such as new cybersecurity reporting requirements, marijuana legislation and reasonable suspicion, OSHA updates, and more! …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. As VRSA’s Inclusion Residency concludes, hear from our Inclusion Resident Dr. Robin Stacia on the accomplishments and discoveries participating members have made throughout the year. Participants will also hear from representatives …
The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is the state law governing access by citizens of Virginia, and representatives of the media, to public records and to meetings of public bodies. FOIA provides that, with some specific exemptions and exceptions, …
The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is the state law governing access by citizens of Virginia, and representatives of the media, to public records and to meetings of public bodies. FOIA provides that, with some specific exemptions and exceptions, …
To view a recording of this webinar, please click here. This course will train administrators and supervisors on the risks of drug and alcohol use by employees, the skills to recognize use of drugs and alcohol, the skills to confront an …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. Join VRSA’s Inclusion Resident Dr. Robin Stacia for a virtual discussion exploring how advancing and supporting diversity and inclusivity strengthens your teams and organization’s culture. This virtual training session will focus …
To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. A follow-up to VRSA’s 2021 Annual Meeting topic: A Leadership Imperative: Diversity and Inclusion, this virtual training session, led by Dr. Robin Stacia, VRSA’s Inclusion Resident, will explore how inclusivity …
To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. VRSA’s final Inclusion Residency virtual training session will provide participants with information on how to get started with their inclusion journey. Dr. Stacia will review: Where and how to get started; …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. In this third 90-minute virtual session of VRSA’s Inclusion Residency, Dr. Robin Stacia will provide an overview of inclusive leadership skills, focusing on core competencies that support inclusive and equitable leadership, …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. During this second 90-minute session of VRSA’s Inclusion Residency, we will discuss diversity and inclusion as a leadership imperative. During this session, Dr. Stacia will help attendees: Identify the benefits and …
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To view a recording of this webinar, please click here. Join us for the first of four 90-minute training sessions as part of the VRSA Inclusion Residency. During this session, we will: Discuss and understand terms, research, and practices that are …
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To view a recording of this discussion, please click here. With warmer weather comes events, festivals and greater usage of our parks and playgrounds. At VRSA, we want to be here to help our members plan around bringing value to …
COVID-19 has substantially changed how municipal parks and recreation facilities and services operate. Unfortunately, there is not a one-size fits all template for how to best balance pandemic protections and citizen engagements. Each of our members that manages these types …