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Experience an abundance of networking opportunities, 3 roundtable sessions, 2 cocktail parties, a team building challenge, and a scavenger hunt! Come explore an exciting array of educational sessions and exhibitions. Delegates will have the opportunity to choose from over 20 educational sessions that are pertinent to the industry’s current needs and trends.
Join attorney Robert Noonan to learn about new Federal rules & CT statutory changes regarding labor laws affecting the recreation workplace such as changes to Connecticut’s Paid Sick Day law, the new federal compensation test, a major change in the minimum wage law, the new obligations under the federal Pregnancy Fairness Act and the Pump Act and classifying independent contractors correctly. Bring your questions and leave with answers! Then stay to learn from Weston & Sampson about how to engage residents in the master planning process, create buy-in, and ensure approval! Cheshire's Bartlem Park will be used as an example. Their master planning process led to a successful referendum & construction of Phase I with anticipated completion in Fall of 2024. This included extensive public engagement, an inventory & analysis of town wide assets, a needs assessment, evaluation of existing park elements, & suggested implementation strategies. This hands on session will provide participants with a complete overview of the project & will end with a walking tour of the park and amenities. Dress for the weather including comfortable shoes!
This annual conference brings together over 350 parks and recreation professionals from across Connecticut and the surrounding states. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your product or service and promote your brand to the largest gathering of industry professionals in New England. If you provide products, services, or benefit programs to parks & recreation departments, agencies, or other groups you can't afford to miss this show!