10:00 am - 12:00 pm: What’s the Law? Changes to Federal & State Employment Law (0.2 CEU's)

Join attorney Robert Noonan, our local human resource law guru, to learn about these new rules and statutory changes. Such as classifying independent contractors correctly. Many recreation departments use independent contractors to staff up their seasonal work, but the legal question is whether they really are independent contractors or employees who have been misclassified. This will be among the topics which will be explained in our program on legal developments affecting the recreation workplace. In addition, you will learn about important changes to Connecticut’s Paid Sick Day law, the new federal compensation test, a major change in the minimum wage law, and the new obligations under the federal Pregnancy Fairness Act and the Pump Act. Bring your questions and leave with answers!

1:00 - 3:00 pm: Master Planning & Community Engagement: The Bartlem Park Renovations (0.2 CEU's)

Join Weston & Sampson to learn how to engage residents in the master planning process, create buy-in, and ensure approval! When the Town of Cheshire, Connecticut purchased a parcel of land directly adjacent to the south end of Bartlem Park, the Town and its Parks and Recreation Department recognized the importance and benefits of developing a master plan to determine the best use of the 10 acres. Come learn about the master planning process that led to a successful referendum and construction of Phase I which is anticipated to be completed in Fall of 2024. The planning process included extensive public engagement, an inventory and analysis of town wide assets, a needs assessment, evaluation of existing park elements, and suggested implementation strategies.

This hands on session will provide participants with a complete overview of the project and will end with a walking tour of the park and amenities. Dress for the weather including comfortable shoes!