Missed the Open Meetings updates webcast on June 30?

ICRMP is offering other ways for members to access the webcast training information:

• Those that missed the live webcast can access it as an on-demand video on the ICRMP website at www.icrmp.org under Classes.
• Those that don’t have a computer or computer capabilities to play video can request a copy of the webcast in DVD form from ICRMP. E-mail your request to intake@icrmp.org

To view the answers to the member questions asked during th elive webcast, check back here next week.

The written summary of the new Open Meeting Law updates:

• The Idaho Attorney General’s office is a great resource for the new Open Meeting Law updates – they publish a booklet with checklists and make that manual available for free. www2.state.id.us/ag/manuals/Index.htm
• Important Points from Senate Bill 1142

The webcast, on-demand video and DVD training are in addition to training methods ICRMP already does for members: training on site at member locations and at conferences and meetings. These new methods are meant to enhance existing ways of training, not to replace it.

Human Resource Tip:

Question:

Can a public employer legally test employees and applicants for drugs or alcohol?

Answer:

It depends.

Federal rules require testing for those holding commercial driver’s licenses (CDL). Courts have held that random drug testing of non-safety sensitive positions violates constitutional protections. Determining who falls into a safety sensitive position is a gray area. Public entities considering drug and alcohol testing should create a legally-reviewed written policy. Then consult your attorney.

More Popular Forms

To provide members with human resource assistance, ICRMP has developed sample policies and forms designed to help protect you from employment related claims and lawsuits.

Looking for a sample personnel policy? Visit the personnel section on the Sample Forms page.

Want information and articles on Harassment? Visit the Harassment section on the Library Page.

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