12th Law of Shale Plays Conference
2021-09-15 09:25 - 2021-09-16 15:25 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Babst Calland joins the Institute for Energy Law and the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) at the 12th Law of Shale Plays Conference, September 15-16, 2021. Focused on legal issues related to the shale plays in the United States, this conference brings together clients, attorneys, professional landmen, and other professionals to learn and discuss important cases, concepts, and trends. In addition, the conference features multiple networking opportunities with other attendees.
Attorney Jennifer Hicks will be the moderator for “In-House Counsel Panel.” This panel of senior industry lawyers will address the concerns of general counsel in operating and developing shale plays and getting products to market.
For more information, click here.

Moving from Counselor to Decision Maker
2021-10-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
On Thursday, October 7, 2021, Managing Shareholder Don Bluedorn will be the moderator for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel’s (ACC) panel on “Moving from Counselor to Decision Maker.” This panel will feature local in-house counsel who have successfully transitioned in their organizations from legal positions to business positions. For more information, click here.

Pipeline Safety Regulations
2021-10-14 07:45 - 15:30 | Webinar
On Thursday, October 14, 2021, Pipeline Attorneys Keith Coyle and Brianne Kurdock will be co-presenters for EUCI’s “Pipeline Safety Regulations.” The pipeline industry is under heightened scrutiny by regulators, the media, and the public. The NTSB highlighted aging pipelines as a concern in its 2019-2020 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements. Likewise, Congress has an ongoing interest in the safety of older transmission pipelines and in the replacement of leaky and deteriorating cast iron pipe in natural gas distribution systems.
The Pipeline Safety Regulations course will highlight changes in the law and explain how companies can address compliance challenges in the context of stricter regulator interpretations of current regulatory requirements and increased enforcement. The course will dive into developing an increased awareness of the scope and content of regulations and how to best comply with those rules.
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2021 Annual Environmental Conference
2021-10-14 08:30 - 14:30 | Virtual
Attorney Lisa Bruderly will present “Hot Topics in Water Law: Regulatory Issues Affecting Permitting and Compliance” during the PA Chamber of Business and Industry’s 2021 Annual Environmental Conference. Topics include:

A discussion of recent key federal and Pennsylvania water law developments that will affect regulatory permitting and compliance.
The latest definition of “water of the United States,” industrial stormwater compliance, drinking water and spill prevention and response.
Updates on case law and guidance regarding discharges to groundwater that reach surface water, as well as new water-related federal and state guidance.

For more information, click here.

Energy & Mineral Law Foundation - Petrochemicals Update
2021-10-20 - 2021-11-10 | Virtual
Babst Calland joins the Energy Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) for its “Petrochemicals Update” weekly webinar series, October 20-November 10, 2021. Following up on the popular 2018 Petrochemicals Special Institute, this webinar will feature a series of business and legal topics, including updates on the Shell cracker plant in Pittsburgh and other developments, navigating economic incentives for petrochemical projects, safety and permitting best practices, and panel discussions on environmental, social, governance and sustainability initiatives and corporate legal issues.
On Wednesday, November 3, Attorney Kevin Garber will be a panelist for a panel discussion on Environmental, Social, Governance, and Sustainability Initiatives. This panel will feature attorneys and industry representatives discussing sustainability initiatives, climate change, environmental justice, and state pushes for recycled plastic.
For more information and to register, click here.

Renewable Gas: Project Development, Regulation and Emerging Markets
2021-11-09 07:45 - 2021-11-10 11:00
Babst Calland joins EUCI for “Renewable Gas: Project Development, Regulation and Emerging Markets,” November 9-10, 2021. Renewable gas is increasingly gaining traction as a valuable resource in the decarbonization era. This symposium will serve as a forum for the energy sector to explore the applications and opportunities of this resource – specifically evaluating two categories of renewable gas:

Renewable Natural Gas (RNG): pipeline-quality natural gas (biomethane) derived from processing, cleaning and treating raw biogas; primarily from landfills, wastewater treatment plants, and animal manure. It is interchangeable with natural gas and carbon neutral.
Renewable Hydrogen or Green Hydrogen: hydrogen produced without emitting greenhouse gases as a by-product. It can be generated from renewable electricity by electrolysis, from biogas by steam reforming, and biomass through thermal conversion.

Attendees will gain in-depth knowledge about these renewable gas resources, with sessions providing comprehensive coverage of their involved technologies & production processes, market outlook & project economics, and related policy & regulatory initiatives.
Expert discussions will also address the potential roles of renewable gas to: utilize existing infrastructure (thus mitigating stranded assets), serve as an energy storage resource (power to gas), and support decarbonization efforts and high penetrations of renewable energy on the grid.
Attorney Gary Steinbauer will be the moderator for “The Regulatory & Policy Landscape: Decarbonization, Natural Gas & Renewable Gas Initiatives” on Tuesday, November 9. Topics include:

RNG in the Biden Administration

The Renewable Fuel Standard in 2021: How We Got Here
EPA on the RFS and Post 2022 Set Rule

Various States Approaches to RNG:

Califonia’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard
Oregon SB 98 Implementation and SB 844
Minnesota’s National Gas Innovation Act

For more information, click here.

Pittsburgh Smart 50 Awards
2021-11-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Babst Calland joins Smart Business for their Pittsburgh Smart 50 Awards on Thursday, November 18, 2021. Since 2014, the Pittsburgh Smart 50 Awards recognize the top executives of the 50 smartest companies in the Greater Pittsburgh region for their ability to effectively build and lead successful organizations. All 50 winners will be honored at a special celebration, and three organizations will receive specialty awards for their achievements in three category areas – innovation, impact and sustainability. Additionally, all guests will be treated to a keynote address on what it takes to lead a successful “smart” company. For more information, click here.

Green Hydrogen 101
2021-12-07 07:50 - 2021-12-08 11:00 | Virtual
Babst Calland joins EUCI for “Green Hydrogen 101,” December 7-8, 2021. Green hydrogen as a clean energy resource has attracted the attention of governments and businesses worldwide, and has become a central part of many nations’ decarbonization plans. 2021 has already been a defining year for green hydrogen development with a marked increase in deals in the past few months. The strategic implementation of green hydrogen could revolutionize value chains in the energy industry. Green hydrogen could fuel vehicles, be used for heating, and be used in industries that have no economically viable alternative to fossil fuels. But without a strategic route to green hydrogen at scale, these efforts toward hydrogen implementation won’t contribute to net zero targets.
This seminar brings together leading utilities, developers and industry experts to explore the regulatory and economic implications of green hydrogen, plus the fundamentals of production, storage and distribution.
Attorney Ben Clapp will present “Hydrogen Policy: Regulations and Incentives” on Tuesday, December 7. The initial large-scale deployment of green hydrogen will likely be led by government mandates and the availability of incentive programs. This session will explore the state, federal and international policies, programs, and initiatives accelerating the adoption of green hydrogen by utility companies.
For more information, click here.

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill | What Natural Resources and Energy Lawyers Need to Know
2022-01-12 09:00 - 12:45 | Virtual
Babst Calland joins the The Foundation for Natural Resources and Energy Law (formerly the Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation) for “The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill | What Natural Resources and Energy Lawyers Need to Know” on Wednesday, January 12, 2022.
Attorneys Jim Curry and Sean McGovern will co-present “Energy Sources and Production.” Topics include:

Programs to plug orphaned oil and gas wells and remediate and restore well sites;
Background on potential role of hydrogen in the energy sector;
Grants, loans and other support for hydrogen infrastructure and research and development, and a standard for “clean hydrogen”;
Promotion of micro and small modular nuclear reactors;
Production and efficiency improvement incentives for hydropower, and support for pumped hydro storage and renewables integration; and
Incentives for alternative fuel vehicle refueling and recharging infrastructure.

For more information, click here.
Jim Curry
Sean McGovern

PHMSA Gas Gathering Rule Webinar
2022-01-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
On Thursday, January 13, 2022, Pipeline Attorney Keith Coyle will present a webinar on the “PHMSA Gas Gathering Rule” for the Ohio Oil and Gas Association (OOGA). On November 15, 2021, the Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) issued a final rule for onshore gas gathering lines. The final rule, which represents the culmination of a decade-long rulemaking process, establishes new safety standards and reporting requirements for historically exempt gas gathering lines in rural areas. Keith will provide an overview of the new requirements in the final rule. For more information, please contact OOGA.

CLE: Class Action Lawsuits – The Basics
2022-03-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorneys Kathy Condo and Carla Castello will present a CLE program on “Class Action Lawsuits – The Basics” on Thursday, March 24, 2022. Class action litigation arises in various contexts, including environmental contamination, consumer protection, antitrust, product liability, pharmaceutical drugs, civil rights, data breaches, and workers’ rights. Given the liability exposure in class action cases, obtaining (or defeating) class certification is viewed as a critical milestone. This course is designed to provide a brief overview of class action litigation and the requirements for class certification under federal and Pennsylvania law, and provide case studies from our practice applying those certification requirements in ongoing litigation.
Kathy Condo
Carla Castello

POWER Promises - 2022 A Night of Hope
2022-04-06 20:00 - 20:30 | Virtual
Babst Calland joins POWER Promises – A Night of Hope on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. For more information, click here.

Developments and Emerging Trends in ESG and Environmental Justice
2022-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorneys Gina Falaschi and Sean McGovern will present “Development and Emerging Trends in ESG and Environmental Justice” to the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association for Corporate Counsel (ACC) on Tuesday, April 26, 2022. ESG is a hot topic in board rooms across the country. This presentation will cover the basics of ESG, some of the current standards, and recent developments, including the SEC’s proposed Climate Disclosure Rule released on March 21. We will also take a close look at Pennsylvania and federal environmental justice developments, which will explore Governor Wolf’s Environmental Justice Executive order and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s proposed revisions to its Environmental Justice Policy currently open for public comment. For more information, click here.
Gina Falaschi
Sean McGovern

Green Hydrogen 101
2022-06-21 07:50 - 2022-06-22 12:00 | Virtual
Babst Calland joins EUCI for “Green Hydrogen 101,” June 21-22, 2022. Green hydrogen, which uses renewable energy to produce hydrogen from water is attracting the attention of governments and businesses worldwide as it has been identified as an energy source that could help the world achieve carbon free economy by 2050.
Green hydrogen could supply our energy needs, fuel our cars, heat our homes, and be used in industries that have no economically viable alternative to fossil fuels and could revolutionize value chains in the energy industry.
This seminar will provide a primer on green hydrogen in the rapidly changing energy marketplace. It will cover the fundamentals of green hydrogen, how it is produced, stored, transported, its applications & use to its role in the future energy systems.
Attorney Gary Steinbauer will present “Examining the Current Policy Drivers and Incentive Programs for Green Hydrogen Projects” on Tuesday, June 21. The initial large-scale deployment of green hydrogen will likely be led by government mandates and the availability of incentive programs. This session will explore the state, federal and international policies, programs, and initiatives accelerating the adoption of green hydrogen by utility companies and discuss the following topics:

Current decarbonization policy drivers and programs in several states;
Emerging US federal initiatives and incentive programs – clean transportation incentives, blending hydrogen & natural gas, etc.; and
Environmental justice policies potentially accelerating a move to green hydrogen.

For more information, click here.

Renewable Energy Projects and Land Rights Issues: Leases, Easements, Competing Land Use Activities
2022-06-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Webinar
Attorney Bruce Rudoy will be a co-panelist for “Renewable Energy Projects and Land Rights Issues: Leases, Easements, Competing Land Use Activities” on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. This CLE course will provide renewable energy counsel guidance on the legal agreements that are used to establish site control for renewable energy projects and managing the challenges of competing land rights for renewable energy projects. The panel will discuss the siting and development of renewable facilities on land subject to minerals, timber, farming, and other activities, as well as provide critical insight and techniques to avoid conflicting interests and minimize potential liability. For more information, click here.

Negotiating Service and Supply Agreements in the Current Environment
2022-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
Attorneys Mary Binker and Kevin Wills will present “Negotiating Service and Supply Agreements in the Current Environment” to the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association for Corporate Counsel (ACC) on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. In recent years, current events have frequently changed how companies conduct day-to-day business. From shifts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, to continuing supply chain disruptions, Mary and Kevin will discuss negotiating service and supply agreements in that everchanging market. Topics will include: indemnification, global volatility, defaults, limitations of liability, audit rights, and representations and warranties, etc. For more information, click here.
Mary Binker
Kevin Wills

CCUS Projects & Environmental Law
2022-11-02 07:45 - 2022-11-03 11:15 | Webinar
Babst Calland joins EUCI for “CCUS Projects & Environmental Law,” November 2-3, 2022. Carbon capture, sequestration, utilization, and storage (CCUS) will be essential in meeting net zero GHG emission goals. Although Congress has accelerated CCUS as a national decarbonization strategy with billions in new investments, CCS projects still face many obstacles in the US, and current federal environmental laws and regulations may often impede progress. The permitting and regulatory approvals needed for a CCUS project are complex and may require a multitude of federal, state, and local authorizations. The precise mix of environmental permits, authorizations, and/or reviews needed will be project specific. This course will equip you with the details needed to understand the environmental regulatory requirements and landscape for a CCUS project.
Gary Steinbauer
Environmental Attorney Gary Steinbauer will present an “Introduction & Overview of Environmental Regulations Affecting CCUS.” The permitting of a CCUS project is complex and may require a combination of federal, state, and local permits or authorizations. For federal review, a project may require Clean Air Act permits, an Underground Injection Control permit, and a Clean Water Act permit, among others. For offshore projects, a CCUS project will need to comply with the Marine Protection, Research and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA) and the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act (OCSLA). CCUS projects on federal lands, supported by federal funds, or that require certain federal permits and authorizations, must also comply with NEPA, Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), and the National Historic Preservation Act. CCUS developers must also navigate the complex patchwork of state and local laws and regulations.
Gary will also present “Air Quality.” The federal Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP) requires reporting of greenhouse gas (GHG) data and other relevant information from large GHG emission sources, fuel and industrial gas suppliers, and carbon oxide injection sites in the US. Depending on their size and location, CCUS projects may also have to obtain certain CAA construction or operating permits. Carbon dioxide leakage from a CCUS project could result in violations of its applicable CAA permits. This session will cover:

Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program and associated CCUS reporting
Potential Clean Air Act Permits needed for a CCUS project

Chris Kuhman
Pipeline Attorney Chris Kuhman will present “Pipeline Safety.” The Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has primary authority to regulate interstate carbon dioxide pipelines. The PHMSA’s Office of Pipeline Safety regulates the design, construction, operation, maintenance, and spill response planning for regulated pipelines.
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BACK DATa UP: Data Collection and Security Best Practices
2022-11-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
Do you know what information and from what sources your company is collecting data? If you had a security incident, would you know the laws with which you need to be compliant and what procedures to follow? On Thursday, November 17, 2022, Babst Calland Attorneys Nick Faas, Ember Holmes and Audra Hutter will walk attendees through a primer on data privacy, policy and compliance issues surrounding the intake of information from various sources and offer best practices on what the state law generally requires and whether the information collected is sensitive data when they present “BACK DATa UP: Data Collection and Security Best Practices” to the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the for Corporate Counsel (ACC). For more information, click here.
Nick Faas
Ember Holmes
Audra Hutter

Emerging Trends in ESG
2022-12-06 08:30 - 12:15 | Webinar
On Tuesday, December 6, 2022, Attorney Gina Falaschi will present “Emerging Trends in ESG” during the Chemistry Council of New Jersey’s (CCNJ) Plant Operation Management Workshop. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues are an emerging trend across the country and the world. This presentation will cover the basics of ESG and recent developments, including the SEC’s proposed Climate Disclosure Rule released on March 21. Included in this presentation is an explanation of how greenhouse gas emissions from operations are designated as Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions. This presentation also focuses on the implication of mandatory GHG reporting for both publicly-traded companies subject to the SEC’s proposed rule and privately-held companies indirectly affected by the rule. For more information, click here.

Top Ten Pennsylvania Appellate Decisions from the Past Year
2023-04-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorney Casey Coyle will be a panelist for the Allegheny County Bar Association’s (ACBA) CLE on “Top Ten Pennsylvania Appellate Decisions from the Past Year” on Thursday, April 27, 2023.
Appellate court decisions grabbed a lot of headlines last year. A panel, consisting of appellate court clerks turned appellate practitioners, will review the top ten Pennsylvania appellate decisions from 2022 (and so far in 2023).
This panel will discuss cases that cover election topics, criminal cases, personal injury/insurance cases, oil-and-gas cases and more. Tune in to brush up on what our appellate courts have decided and how their decisions will change the law going forward.
For more information, click here.

West Virginia Underground Carbon Dioxide Sequestration & Storage Act
2023-05-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Webinar
Attorney Kip Power will give a presentation on the “West Virginia Underground Carbon Dioxide Sequestration & Storage Act” to the Women’s Energy Network’s West Virginia Chapter on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
In 2022, the West Virginia Legislature enacted the West Virginia Underground Carbon Dioxide Sequestration and Storage Act, which became effective on May 30, 2022. It is an important law, designed as the beginning stages of a platform for the development of sustainable energy operations using existing natural resources in our State and to promote renewable energy projects based on emerging technologies in other areas. Federal and State developments since then have confirmed the need for such a statute and highlighted the need for further regulatory mechanisms to facilitate such projects in West Virginia. This presentation will focus on the provisions of the new law, possible areas for refinement or expansion, and other developments since its enactment.
For more information, click here.

The Newly Finalized WOTUS Definition and How it Will Affect Your Operations
2023-09-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar
Environmental Attorney Lisa Bruderly will present “The Newly Finalized WOTUS Definition and How it Will Affect Your Operations” to members of the Energy & Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) on Thursday, September 21, 2023. The U. S. Supreme Court’s Sackett v. U.S. EPA decision, issued in May 2023, significantly narrowed the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) and limited the scope of federally-regulated waters and wetlands. A new regulatory definition of WOTUS, based on Sackett, became final on September 8th. During this webinar, Lisa will discuss the Sackett decision, the new regulatory definition of WOTUS, and how these developments will impact the construction of new facilities and operation/maintenance of existing facilities. She will also explore the status of existing challenges to the prior definition of WOTUS and new challenges to the most recently-finalized definition. For more information, click here.

Medical Marijuana and Hemp Law Symposium 2024
2024-04-12 09:00 - 15:30 | Webinar
Babst Calland joins the Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) for its Medical Marijuana and Hemp Law Symposium 2024 on Friday, April 12, 2024. Employment and Labor Attorney John McCreary will present “Don’t Bogart That Job – Medical Marijuana in the Workplace.” For more information, click here.

What Every Business Needs to Know About Recent SCOTUS Rulings
2024-07-31 10:30 - 12:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorney Christina McKinley will be a presenter for the PA Chamber of Business and Industry’s Government Affairs Webinar: “What Every Business Needs to Know About Recent SCOTUS Rulings” on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) recently issued several major decisions that will have profound impacts on the business community. From the elimination of “Chevron Deference” to other landmark rulings curtailing the power of federal regulators, SCOTUS has realigned the separation of powers to restrict the administrative state. What does this mean for your business and the future of federal rulemaking? For more information, click here.

Remote Work/Return to Work and DEI Implications
2024-10-18 12:00 - 13:30
The PLDIC’s Corporate Roundtable will present a free virtual CLE, “Remote Work/Return to Work and DEI Implications,” sponsored by Babst Calland on Friday, October 18 from 12-1:30 p.m.
The webinar will include a presentation about current research and data on this topic and a panel discussion featuring PLDIC Board member Don Bluedorn and others. There will also be breakout groups for guided Q&A conversations.
The event will offer 1.5 hours in PA CLE Credit.
For more information, click here.

New Opportunities for Critical Minerals
2024-10-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar
Attorney Jim Chen will present “New Opportunities for Critical Minerals” to the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Environmental & Energy Law Section’s Energy Law Committee during its Lunch & Learn on Thursday, October 31, 2024. As the United States continues to develop new and existing sources of energy to diversify supply in light of exponential demand growth, the need for domestically produced and processed critical minerals (e.g., lithium) is presenting new opportunities for American companies. Join us to learn about why domestic minerals are important for America’s energy future, existing policies and the potential direction of future growth in the new energy era. Fore more information, click here.

Shale 2.0: Learn the Facts About Upstream, Midstream and Downstream
2025-05-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Hybrid
Babst Calland joins the Marcellus Shale Coalition for Shale 2.0: Learn the Facts About Upstream, Midstream and Downstream on Thursday, May 1, 2025. During this seminar, professional experts will educate attendees on the upstream, midstream, and downstream industry segments with a focus on practical knowledge and applications for professional development and business growth. This comprehensive overview offers a learning experience for industry newcomers as well as a refresher for seasoned veterans.
Environmental Attorney Gary Steinbauer will serve as the moderator for “Upstream and Midstream: Understanding Laws and Regulations.” This session will cover a comprehensive overview of the existing federal, state and local laws and regulations that govern the upstream and midstream segments of the oil and gas industry, as well as permit and reporting requirements.
For more information, click here.

Update on PHMSA's Leak Detection and Repair Rule
2025-05-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Webinar
On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Pipeline and HazMat Safety Attorney Lee Banse will provide an “Update on PHMSA’s Leak Detection and Repair Rule” to the Ohio Oil and Gas Association. This presentation will provide an overview of the Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) leak detection and repair (LDAR) rulemaking efforts to date. In particular, Lee will discuss the current status of the rule under the Trump administration and what steps may occur in the future. For more information, click here.

EMLF Special Institute: Bridging Traditional and Renewable Energy Practice
2025-09-23 09:30 - 17:00 | Virtual
Babst Calland joins the Energy and Mineral Law Foundation (EMLF) for its Special Institute on Bridging Traditional and Renewable Energy Practice on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
Attorney Jim Curry will present an “Update on Hydrogen and Carbon Capture.” This presentation will provide an update on federal hydrogen and carbon capture and storage (CCS) policies and how they may affect initiatives in Appalachia. Key challenges and opportunities in scaling CCS and hydrogen production and distribution across the region will also be discussed. For more information, click here.

Who, What, When, and Why of Authority Rules and Regulations
2025-10-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Municipal Attorneys Betsy Dupuis and Morgan Madden will present “Who, What, When, and Why of Authority Rules and Regulations” to the Pennsylvania Municipal Authorities Association on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Most municipal authorities in the Commonwealth have some iteration of rules and regulations to govern and guide the use of equipment, services provided, and authority-owned facilities. Sometimes these regulations simply cover the basics including fees for tapping, services, etc., and yet other municipalities have more robust regulations that dictate, for example, how repairs are to be completed and who is responsible for costs associated with the same. As a general rule, authorities should regularly review their rules and regulations and ensure that those rules and regulations are sufficient and enforceable based upon current operations and services, and ensure both the system and the authority are protected from unauthorized actors and a constantly evolving legal and regulatory landscape. This presentation will discuss the source of municipal authorities’ authority, the framework within which municipal authorities can and should develop rules and regulations and further discuss basics and best practices for promulgating and enforcing sensible authority rules and regulations.
Learning Objectives:

Provide an overview of the statutory and regulatory rules around authority creation and governing instruments for each authority.
Emphasize the importance of the underlying relationship between authorities and the entities that created them.
Underscore the importance of understanding an authority’s infrastructure– who owns it, who manages it and who pays when it needs replaced.
Review best practices for how to develop internal rules and procedures for authority operations, personnel and municipal relationships.
Deliver tips and best practices for developing authority rules and regulations for customers and constituents.

For more information, click here.
Betsy Dupuis
Morgan Madden
