2023 UASD Annual Convention
THE UTAH ASSOCIATION OF SPECIAL DISTRICTS
ANNOUNCES ITS
34th Annual Convention
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Full convention registration INCLUDES all Wednesday activities and sessions.
Wednesday-only registration is available for Wednesday-only training and certification sessions for district staff members and board members. Additional Wednesday afternoon sessions will be presented addressing topics of importance to districts. These sessions will provide an opportunity for in-depth discussion on a variety of important issues, including GRAMA, State Auditor topics, truth in taxation, elections, and cybersecurity.
Full Convention registration includes presentation and discussion of additional important topics, including tools for effectively communicating with the public, compliance with recent changes in law, changes in public notice requirements, cybersecurity, procurement, emergency planning, personnel challenges, tools and resources from the Legislative Auditor General, growth and infrastructure planning and management, and more!
Statutory requirements for annual board member certification will be satisfied for all board members who: 1) Have been appointed or elected, who have not yet attended the required statutory training presented by the Utah State Auditors Office and the UASD. A representative from the State Auditors Office will be present to provide live training and to answer questions. and... 2) Board members who have not yet received annual training on the open meetings law. All appointed and elected officials are required to receive training on the open meetings law annually.
The State Auditors Office requires verification of board-member training be provided in conjunction with the annual audit of each district.
UASD 2023 Annual Meeting Notice
Narrative of Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation Amendments
Articles of Incorporation Amendments
What does this year's convention have for you?
The Utah Association of Special Districts (UASD) is the only statewide association that represents all Special Districts (17B) and Special Service Districts (17D). This year's convention will focus on issues of importance to districts providing all types of services including irrigation, drainage, mosquito, water, solid waste, cemetery, electric, fire protection and EMS, animal control, transit, transportation, parks and recreation, healthcare, sewer, police protection, 911 emergency dispatch, street lighting, municipal services, and flood control.
Those Who Should Attend include board members, management, and staff. By attending the Wednesday board governance training sessions, board members will fulfill the statutory requirement to receive training on the open meetings law each year. In addition, board members elected or appointed within the past year, and those who have never received this training, will fulfill the statutory requirement to receive the training prepared by the State Auditor's Office in conjunction with the UASD. A representative from the State Auditors Office will be present to provide live training and to interact with attendees. All district board members must receive this expanded training at least once during each term of office.
The Wednesday training sessions have been structured to provide your district with expanded training opportunities for key employees, as well as board members and management. Training sessions include sessions tailored to train and inform records officers on new and current issues..
Please join us on Wednesday evening for food, friends, and networking at the Welcome Reception!
Accomodations
The Davis Conference Center offers a convenient venue for the convention and provides a comfortable atmosphere with plenty of room for the increased number of attendees who participate in training events and networking opportunities at the UASD Annual Convention.
Click here to view the Davis Conference Center website. Enjoy reviewing all of the amenities and attractions that are available.
Make your room reservations early to take advantage of discounted room rates
by calling 801-416-8899, or CLICK HERE for online hotel reservations.
When calling, remember to mention that you will be attending the UASD Convention to receive the discounted rate of $109 per night. Upgrades are available if desired.
Registration
FULL CONVENTION
(Full Convention Registration Includes all Wednesday sessions and activities.)
Registration Fees Early Bird Regular Late
(on or before Sept. 8) (After Sept. 29th)
Member $275 $305 $340
Member Partner Program & Meals $ 50 $ 50 $ 50
Non-Member $425 $460 $485
Non-Member Partner Program $ 80 $ 80 $ 80 & Meals
REGISTRATION FOR WEDNESDAY SESSIONS ONLY
Registration Fees Early Bird Regular Late
Member $115 $125 $135
WEDNESDAY ONLY Convention Program
Click here to download the UASD 2023 Convention Registration Form
Click here to download Convention-at-a-Glance
Who Qualifies for Member Rates
All members of the Utah Association of Special Districts. Not sure if you are a member? Call the UASD office at 801-614-0405, or call LeGrand directly at 801-725-1312. It is not too late to become a UASD member!
Cancellation/Substitution Policy
Cancellations must be in writing and received by the UASD no later than October 17, 2023. All cancellations received by October 17th will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee. Substitutions are acceptable and must be made in writing. Please submit any cancellation notice or substitution request in writing to the UASD via US mail or by email.
Awards Program
The UASD Awards Program recognizes excellence in the performance of public service. These awards are available for board members and managers. Any UASD member district may submit one nomination for each category. Nominations do not require board action, in order to accommodate an awardee to be unaware of their nomination, if doing so is desirable. Nominations must be submitted no later than October 13th.
Click on the following links to download a nomination form with instructions for the
2023 Distinguished Board Member Award Nomination Application
and the
2023 Distinguished Manager Award Nomination Application
Exhibitor Opportunities
Associate Members of the UASD are eligible to be an exhibitor at the Annual Convention. Companies may Become an Associate Member by clicking here, or by contacting the UASD for additional information.
Exhibitor opportunities are still available! Download the EXHIBITOR PACKET to learn more about exhibitor opportunities
and to download exhibitor forms and information.
Please contact us with questions that you may have about becoming an exhibitor.
Thank you to each exhibitor for their support of the UASD and its 2023 Annual Convention!
Sponsor Opportunities
UASD wishes to thank all of our Convention sponsors for their involvement and support of this year's Annual Convention. Opportunities for a Convention Sponsorship are still available for Associate Members. By registering as a Diamond, Platinum, Gold Sponsor, an exhibitor will be provided with an event sponsorship. Become a sponsor by contacting the UASD today!
Contact Us
Utah Association of Special Districts
1272 West 2700 South
Syracuse, UT 84075
Office: 801-614-0405
Cell: 801-725-1312
Fax: 855-313-2360
email: uasd@uasd.org