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The Fair Labor Standards Act: Revised And Updated (2012), Richard Stokes
The Fair Labor Standards Act: Revised And Updated (2012), Richard Stokes
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This document details the specifics of the act: what the act requires, who is covered and who is not covered, hours worked and compensation, overtime pay, record keeping, and penalties.
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).
Municipal E-News: Issue 43: December 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News: Issue 43: December 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News
The “Municipal E-News” was created by MTAS in 2009 as part of our continuing efforts to meet our mission of providing timely, valuable information and assistance to Tennessee cities.
Fleet Management Tips For Municipal Decision Makers, Sharon Rollins
Fleet Management Tips For Municipal Decision Makers, Sharon Rollins
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This publication informs municipal decision makers on how to manage and fund fleet operations; includes a sample vehicle replacement plan.
Fair Credit Reporting Act (2012), Richard Stokes
Fair Credit Reporting Act (2012), Richard Stokes
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
The FCRA requires employers who use outside agencies to perform credit or other background checks (including criminal, reference, or driving record checks) to comply with comprehensive notice, consent, and disclosure obligations both prior to doing the checks and after the results are reported.
Municipal Court Appeals In Tennessee, Melissa Ashburn
Municipal Court Appeals In Tennessee, Melissa Ashburn
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This publication answers several questions about city court appeals and includes a sample appeal bond form.
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.
Municipal E-News: Issue 42: November 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News: Issue 42: November 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News
The “Municipal E-News” was created by MTAS in 2009 as part of our continuing efforts to meet our mission of providing timely, valuable information and assistance to Tennessee cities.
Municipal Courts Manual, Rex Barton, Melissa Ashburn, Karen Beyke
Municipal Courts Manual, Rex Barton, Melissa Ashburn, Karen Beyke
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This guide was developed for municipal courts with the authority to enforce municipal ordinances.
The Iso Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule, Jody Dwyer
The Iso Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule, Jody Dwyer
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
ISO works with municipal building-code authorities to assess and enforce building codes through its Building Code Effectiveness Grading Schedule (BCEGS) program. The BCEGS program assesses the building codes in effect in a community and how that community enforces them, with special emphasis on mitigating losses from natural hazards.
Finding Money (2012), Sharon Rollins
Finding Money (2012), Sharon Rollins
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This guide provides an overview of various financing programs available to Tennessee's local governments for water, wastewater, solid waste, and other project needs.
Good Service Requests Keep Customers Happy (2012), Justin O'Hara, Steve Wyatt
Good Service Requests Keep Customers Happy (2012), Justin O'Hara, Steve Wyatt
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
Automated service request systems are proven to be cost-effective, labor-saving devices that greatly enhance management efficiency. By using the chief components outlined in this report, your city can develop an efficient automated request system.
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Of 2008 (Gina), Bonnie Jones
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act Of 2008 (Gina), Bonnie Jones
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
The purpose of GINA is to prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information with respect to health insurance and employment.
Baker Center Journal Of Applied Public Policy - Vol. Iv, No.Ii, Theodore Brown Jr., J Lee Annis Jr., Steven V. Roberts, Wendy J. Schiller, Jeffrey Rosen, James Hamilton, Rick Perlstein, David B. Cohen, Charles E. Walcott, Keith Whittington
Baker Center Journal Of Applied Public Policy - Vol. Iv, No.Ii, Theodore Brown Jr., J Lee Annis Jr., Steven V. Roberts, Wendy J. Schiller, Jeffrey Rosen, James Hamilton, Rick Perlstein, David B. Cohen, Charles E. Walcott, Keith Whittington
Baker Center: Publications and Other Works
This special edition includes articles from speakers at a 2010 conference - "Howard H. Baker, Jr: A Life in Public Service" and a special addendum including photographs and cartoons from Sen. Baker's career.
Municipal E-News: Issue 41: October 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News: Issue 41: October 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News
The “Municipal E-News” was created by MTAS in 2009 as part of our continuing efforts to meet our mission of providing timely, valuable information and assistance to Tennessee cities.
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.
Hot Topic: Employers Asking For Social Media Passwords, Bonnie Jones
Hot Topic: Employers Asking For Social Media Passwords, Bonnie Jones
MTAS Publications: Hot Topics
Improper use of social media information on applicants and employees may result in claims alleging discrimination, negligent hiring, violation of privacy, and open record conflicts.
Americans With Disabilities Act (Ada): An Updated Employer Guide For Tennessee Municipalities, Bonnie Jones
Americans With Disabilities Act (Ada): An Updated Employer Guide For Tennessee Municipalities, Bonnie Jones
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This publication incorporates the MTAS 2011 Technical Bulletin, ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA): Back to Basics; the focus is primarily on the employment and applicant accommodation process.
Municipal E-News: Issue 40: September 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News: Issue 40: September 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News
The “Municipal E-News” was created by MTAS in 2009 as part of our continuing efforts to meet our mission of providing timely, valuable information and assistance to Tennessee cities.
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.
Hot Topic: Ada Changes Regarding Service Animals, Margaret Norris
Hot Topic: Ada Changes Regarding Service Animals, Margaret Norris
MTAS Publications: Hot Topics
In the latter part of 2010, the Department of Justice made many changes to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). One set of changes was with service animal regulations, and the modifications became effective on March 15, 2011.
Local Government Public Works Standards And Specifications, John Chlarson, Sharon Rollins
Local Government Public Works Standards And Specifications, John Chlarson, Sharon Rollins
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This document was developed to provide Tennessee cities with guidelines for construction projects. It includes guidelines for construction standards, materials specifications, design criteria, and contract documents to be used for streets, storm sewers, sanitary sewers, and water distribution systems.
Hot Topic: Attorney General Finds Administrative Hearing Officer Act Provides Adequate Due Process, Josh Jones
Hot Topic: Attorney General Finds Administrative Hearing Officer Act Provides Adequate Due Process, Josh Jones
MTAS Publications: Hot Topics
A recent opinion by the Tennessee Attorney General alleviates the primary concern of cities waiting to implement an administrative hearing officer program.
Tennessee Public Acts 2012: Summaries Of Interest To Municipal Officials, Josh Jones
Tennessee Public Acts 2012: Summaries Of Interest To Municipal Officials, Josh Jones
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
This publication summarizes the year's public acts that have the most significant impact on municipal operations. Users of this publication are cautioned that much judgment is involved in determining which Public Acts to summarize and how to summarize them. Before taking action or giving advice based upon any Public Act summarized here, one should consult the act itself and not rely on the summary.
Utility Manual (2012), Bill Young, Steve Wyatt
Utility Manual (2012), Bill Young, Steve Wyatt
MTAS Publications: Full Publications
The purpose of this manual is to provide cities with a better understanding of funding water and sewer utility operations.
Municipal E-News: Issue 39: August 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News: Issue 39: August 2012, Mtas
Municipal E-News
The “Municipal E-News” was created by MTAS in 2009 as part of our continuing efforts to meet our mission of providing timely, valuable information and assistance to Tennessee cities.
Hot Topic: State-Shared Taxes And Appropriations (2012-2013) (Revised), Brad Harris
Hot Topic: State-Shared Taxes And Appropriations (2012-2013) (Revised), Brad Harris
MTAS Publications: Hot Topics
Based on economic projections for FY 2013, municipalities are expected to receive approximately $106.30 per capita for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012.
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.