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Technical Bulletins: Use Of Acquired Structures For Training (2013), Dennis Wolf
Technical Bulletins: Use Of Acquired Structures For Training (2013), Dennis Wolf
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
Live fire training in an acquired structure is very valuable as it provides firefighters with some of the real life experience they need to be effective firefighters. Many communities do not have access to a training facility with a dedicated live fire building or smoke house, so using an acquired structure can provide a local opportunity to train under realistic conditions.
Technical Bulletins: Sales Tax Revenue: How To Get Your Fair Share (2013), Al Major
Technical Bulletins: Sales Tax Revenue: How To Get Your Fair Share (2013), Al Major
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
The best way to maximize your city's local sales tax is to review the state's record of business locations (situs report) and correct any errors.
Technical Bulletins: Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program In Tennessee, Warren Nevad, Hillary Nevad
Technical Bulletins: Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grant Program In Tennessee, Warren Nevad, Hillary Nevad
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This publication examines the elements, goals and project outcomes of the State of Tennessee Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant Program (EECBG), as well as the environmental and economic benefits associated with local governmental implementation of this program.
Technical Bulletins: Propane For Tennessee Fleets: A Primer For Municipal/County Officials, Warren Nevad, Hillary Nevad
Technical Bulletins: Propane For Tennessee Fleets: A Primer For Municipal/County Officials, Warren Nevad, Hillary Nevad
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This technical bulletin examines the basics of propane as a viable alternative transportation fuel for local government fleets in Tennessee.
Technical Bulletins: Interviewing And The Law (2012), Richard Stokes
Technical Bulletins: Interviewing And The Law (2012), Richard Stokes
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
Congress provided federal legal enforcement for equal employment in the Civil Rights Act of 1964, with strengthening amendments added in 1972. Unlawful discrimination in the employment process also is enforced through the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Technical Bulletins: Online Data Backup (2012), Justin O'Hara
Technical Bulletins: Online Data Backup (2012), Justin O'Hara
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This publication describes how city data may be lost or compromised and practical ways to protect data with a backup.
Technical Bulletins: Developing Your City's Archival Policy For Electronically Stored Information (2012), Josh Jones, Justin O'Hara
Technical Bulletins: Developing Your City's Archival Policy For Electronically Stored Information (2012), Josh Jones, Justin O'Hara
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This publication is intended to provide guidance, especially to smaller cities, in the creation and implementation of a practical and cost-effective archiving policy for Electronically Stored Information (ESI).
Technical Bulletins: The Five Basic Steps For Registering A Domain Name For Your Municipality (2012), Justin O'Hara
Technical Bulletins: The Five Basic Steps For Registering A Domain Name For Your Municipality (2012), Justin O'Hara
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
An explanation of how a city may register a domain name for a website.
Technical Bulletins: State Tax Rate On Utility Sales To Manufacturers (2012), Al Major
Technical Bulletins: State Tax Rate On Utility Sales To Manufacturers (2012), Al Major
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
State law limits both state and local sales taxes on water, gas, electricity, and other energy sources used by manufacturers. Your city needs to ensure that your utility billing system reflects these different rates. The streamlined sales tax act is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2013.
Technical Bulletins: State Street Aid Fund Revenues And Expenditures: On The Road To Understanding (2012), Ron Darden
Technical Bulletins: State Street Aid Fund Revenues And Expenditures: On The Road To Understanding (2012), Ron Darden
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
The Tennessee Legislature authorized the state to distribute a portion of the proceeds from the state gasoline fuel taxes to incorporated cities and towns for use on municipal streets. The current allocation to cities is based on $25.54 per capita.
Technical Bulletins: Selling Surplus City Property: Suggestions For An Ethical And Transparent Process, David Angerer
Technical Bulletins: Selling Surplus City Property: Suggestions For An Ethical And Transparent Process, David Angerer
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This publication covers the disposal of surplus items of equipment and materials; includes sample resolutions and surplus property nomination form.
Technical Bulletins: Hotel-Motel Tax In Tennessee Cities (2012), Ron Darden
Technical Bulletins: Hotel-Motel Tax In Tennessee Cities (2012), Ron Darden
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This report discusses how cities levy the hotel-motel tax, limitations on levy of the tax, exceptions, collecting the tax and estimating proceeds from the tax, and includes a list of Tennessee city and county hotel-motel tax rates.
Technical Bulletins: The Relocation Of Utilities For State Highway Construction (2012), Ron Darden
Technical Bulletins: The Relocation Of Utilities For State Highway Construction (2012), Ron Darden
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
State statutes allow cities a maximum of 120 days to mark the drawings and develop a time schedule for relocation of utilities.
Technical Bulletins: Iso Offers Free Services To Fire Chiefs, Dennis Wolf
Technical Bulletins: Iso Offers Free Services To Fire Chiefs, Dennis Wolf
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
ISO uses the Fire Suppression Rating Schedule (FSRS) to evaluate a community’s fire protection and establish the Public Protection Classification (PPC) grading. The rating evaluates the capabilities of the communications center, fire department and water supply. Fire chiefs should use the FSRS as a planning tool to assist them in developing a strategic plan for improving fire services and to justify and budget for improvements in fire protection.
Technical Bulletins: Disposing Of A Pc, Justin O'Hara
Technical Bulletins: Disposing Of A Pc, Justin O'Hara
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
A municipality should have a written policy outlining the process for disposing of PCs, including the methods of removing all data from the hard drives.
Technical Bulletins: Use Of Acquired Structures For Training, Dennis Wolf
Technical Bulletins: Use Of Acquired Structures For Training, Dennis Wolf
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
Live fire training in an acquired structure is very valuable as it provides firefighters with some of the real life experience they need to be effective firefighters. Many communities do not have access to a training facility with a dedicated live fire building or smoke house, so using an acquired structure can provide a local opportunity to train under realistic conditions.
Technical Bulletins: Let Me Tell You A Story: How An Annual Report Will Benefit Your Fire Department, Dennis Wolf
Technical Bulletins: Let Me Tell You A Story: How An Annual Report Will Benefit Your Fire Department, Dennis Wolf
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
A fire department annual report is an excellent tool for a fire department to use to tell its story to the community and to build community support for its efforts and needs.
Technical Bulletins: Opt-In For Residential Inspections To Save Money And Lives, Dennis Wolf
Technical Bulletins: Opt-In For Residential Inspections To Save Money And Lives, Dennis Wolf
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
The Tennessee Clean Energy Future Act of 2009 adopted energy efficiency standards and broadened statewide building standards to cover newly constructed one- and two-family dwellings in addition to municipal, county, state and certain private buildings.
Technical Bulletins: Accommodating Nursing Mothers In The Workplace (2011), Bonnie Jones
Technical Bulletins: Accommodating Nursing Mothers In The Workplace (2011), Bonnie Jones
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This publication will guide you through state and federal laws that accommodate nursing mothers in the workplace.
Technical Bulletins: Compressed Natural Gas For Tennessee Municipal Fleets: A Primer For Municipal Officials (2011), Warren Nevad, Hillary Nevad
Technical Bulletins: Compressed Natural Gas For Tennessee Municipal Fleets: A Primer For Municipal Officials (2011), Warren Nevad, Hillary Nevad
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This technical bulletin presents the economic and environmental benefits of compressed natural gas along with case studies and siting tips for compressed natural gas stations.
Technical Bulletins: Osha Changes Forms And Procedures For Reporting Occupational Injuries And Illnesses (2011), Richard Stokes
Technical Bulletins: Osha Changes Forms And Procedures For Reporting Occupational Injuries And Illnesses (2011), Richard Stokes
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
The 2002 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recordkeeping rules require employers, subject to the rules, to record and report work-related fatalities, injuries and illnesses.
Technical Bulletins: The Relocation Of Utilities For State Highway Construction (2011), Don Darden
Technical Bulletins: The Relocation Of Utilities For State Highway Construction (2011), Don Darden
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
State statutes allow cities a maximum of 120 days to mark the drawings and develop a time schedule for relocation of utilities.
Technical Bulletins: Hotel-Motel Tax In Tennessee Cities (2011), Ron Darden
Technical Bulletins: Hotel-Motel Tax In Tennessee Cities (2011), Ron Darden
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
The proceeds from the hotel-motel tax can be used for purposes authorized in your enacting ordinance, private act, or general law.
Technical Bulletins: State Street Aid Fund Revenues And Expenditures: On The Road To Understanding (2011), Ron Darden
Technical Bulletins: State Street Aid Fund Revenues And Expenditures: On The Road To Understanding (2011), Ron Darden
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
The Tennessee Legislature authorized the state to distribute a portion of the proceeds from the state gasoline fuel taxes to incorporated cities and towns for use on municipal streets. According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation, of the $246.8 million in petroleum and alternative fuel taxes allocated for cities and counties, cities receive $84.6 million. The current allocation to cities is based on $26.65 (2011-2012) per capita.
Technical Bulletins: Ada Amendments Act Of 2008 (Adaaa): Back To Basics (2011), Bonnie Jones
Technical Bulletins: Ada Amendments Act Of 2008 (Adaaa): Back To Basics (2011), Bonnie Jones
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
The ADAAA ensures protections for people with disabilities whose conditions have been denied as ADA eligible through years of Supreme Court ADA interpretation.
Technical Bulletins: Tennessee Reservists' Leave Of Absence (2011), Bonnie Jones
Technical Bulletins: Tennessee Reservists' Leave Of Absence (2011), Bonnie Jones
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
Military leave cannot be affected by date of employment or length of service, including employees who are still in the city's probationary period.
Technical Bulletins: Ten Simple Questions On Code Adoption For Towns And Cities In Tennessee (2011), Ray Crouch, Dennis Wolf
Technical Bulletins: Ten Simple Questions On Code Adoption For Towns And Cities In Tennessee (2011), Ray Crouch, Dennis Wolf
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
Short answers to questions on the adoption of building and fire codes.
Technical Bulletins: Amendments To The General Law Mayor-Aldermanic Charter, Steve Lobertini, Stephanie Allen
Technical Bulletins: Amendments To The General Law Mayor-Aldermanic Charter, Steve Lobertini, Stephanie Allen
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
On July 1, 1991, municipalities operating under the general law mayor-aldermanic charter received a completely revised charter. Since that revision, there have been several amendments to the charter, which are summarized in this publication.
Technical Bulletins: Amendments To The General Law Mayor-Aldermanic Charter (2010), Stephanie Allen, Steve Lobertini
Technical Bulletins: Amendments To The General Law Mayor-Aldermanic Charter (2010), Stephanie Allen, Steve Lobertini
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
On July 1, 1991, municipalities operating under the general law mayor-aldermanic charter received a completely revised charter. Since that revision, there have been several amendments to the charter, which are summarized in this publication.
Technical Bulletins: Census Figures Help Cities Redistrict (2011), Gary Jaeckel
Technical Bulletins: Census Figures Help Cities Redistrict (2011), Gary Jaeckel
MTAS Publications: Technical Bulletins
This publication describes the process involved in redistricting due to census figures.