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2014 OML Annual Conference
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Cox Convention Center
Renaissance Hotel
Oklahoma City
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September 23-25, 2014
Cox Convention Center, OKC
October 16, 2014, McAlester
November 13, 2014, Lawton
February 7, 2015, Stillwater
March 12, 2015, Woodward
Session III, August 14-15, 2014, Ponca City
Session IV, October 9-10, 2014, Weatherford
Session V, December 11-12, 2014, Claremore
Session VI-Graduation, February 13, 2015, El Reno
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Beautiful Sunset at Fort Bragg, OK taken by OML's Cathy Pulver
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| Nominate A Worthy Candidate for the Don Rider Award |
In 1972 the board appointed Donald C. Rider as the League's Executive Director. During his 16 year tenure,
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OML progressed in so many areas - as a staff they grew from two full-time and two part-time to twelve full-time and one part-time employee. Membership grew from under 300 to 385 cities and towns. Rider's commitment to the League and to its obligation to be a voice for cities and towns still rings true today. Through your submission of a nominee for the OML Don Rider Award, your city or town has the opportunity to recognize individuals, whether they are employees, council members, managers, clerks, treasurers, etc. who have played a vital role in the growth and development of your community.The deadline for nominations of August 29th is fast approaching. If you have any questions, please contact Missy Dean, Director of Member Services or call 800-324-6651 or 405-528-7515.
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| Deadline of August 29th Swiftly Approaching, Submit Your 2014 Conference Awards Nominations Today! |
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There's still time to nominate an exceptional individual who should be recognized for their achievements and dedication to the city they serve. Or nominate the new and innovative program created to better serve your citizens.
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| OML ED Attends NLC League Directors' Summer Workshop |
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OML Executive Director Carolyn Stager attended the National League of Cities (NLC) League Directors' Annual Summer Workshop that was held last week. This annual meeting allows all league directors the opportunity to come together and share best practices as well as issues and concerns they are experiencing within their respective organizations.
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Oklahoma and Federal News
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High Risk Rural Roads Manual Available Online
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As required by MAP-21, the Federal HighWay Association has made the Manual for Selecting Safety Improvements on High Risk Rural Roads available online. The manual allows users to quickly identify and compare cost-effective, low-cost, and proven infrastructure treatments to address crash problems on high risk rural roads.
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Register for EFO's Water Reuse Technology Transfer Seminar
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 Join the Environmental Federation of Oklahoma on August 22 in Tulsa for some interesting perspectives on Water Reuse in Oklahoma. You will learn about water reuse from many different perspectives: scientific, regulatory, global, public and legislative. There will be case studies presented as well. Six Professional Development Hours will be available. |
Still Time to Sign Up For GFOA of OK Training - Aug. 21st
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There's still time to sign up for the Government Finance Officers Association of Oklahoma upcoming training on August 21st in Edmond, Oklahoma. The topic this year "Best Practices" focuses around internal practices that touch each community, exclusive of size. This should prove to be an effective session for all, so please register today and join others for a day of education.
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NLC Involved in State Income Tax Supreme Court Case
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The Supreme Court's 2014 term promises to be big for local government. This is the third case so for the SLLC has filed a brief in. This case is particularly important to local governments because it involves a county tax. Entire Message From NLC
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