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Please see the email below detailing some excellent upcoming training opportunities from MTAS. There are links for more information and to register for each.

 

In service,

 

Donald Pannell, M.S., EFO
Fire Management Consultant

UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service

Office: (865) 974-0411

Mobile: (901) 233-1434

donald....@tennessee.edu

mtas.tennessee.edu

 

From: MTAS <mt...@tennessee.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 8:01 AM
Subject: Let's get you trained up!

 

Register for MTAS training today.

Register for MTAS training today.

Municipal Technical Advisory Service- Institute for Public Service

 

TRAINING NEWS

 

Our weekly email includes announcements for upcoming training within the next 30-45 days. However, you can register in advance for any of our upcoming trainings!

 

 

 

 

Municipal Leadership Program

 

What does it take to inspire and influence your team effectively?

 

Registration: $385

Imagine being able to communicate effectively, confidently influence people and drive performance within your team. Build the communication and leadership skills you need to guide your team with confidence. 

The MTAS Municipal Leadership Program is designed to equip leaders at all levels with knowledge, tools and strategies to excel in their roles. This 14-hour program features:

 

  • a workstyles assessment with personalized management insights,
  • virtual and classroom instruction, 
  • and engaging class activities and group discussion.

 

Upcoming cohorts:

 

  • Millington |  October 8
  • Tullahoma |  October 8

 

REGISTER

 

 

Big Wins: Tackling High-Dollar Inefficiencies

 

What big savings opportunities are waiting to be found?

 

Free

The last session helped you find savings in everyday operations. This session focuses on tackling the bigger, more complex processes that can make a meaningful difference to your budget. 

 

  • Use data to identify and prioritize high-dollar improvement opportunities. 
  • Build support by involving state partners and exploring grants and grant-writing resources. 
  • Identify potential projects and estimate the long-term savings they could deliver.

 

Session date: 

 

  • September 24 - Online
  • 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. EDT

 

REGISTER

 

Making the Shift to Leadership

 

How do you lead when you are no longer "one of the team"? 

 

Free

Stepping into your first leadership role can be exciting and challenging, especially when you’re now supervising former peers. This session explores practical strategies for navigating the shift from coworker to supervisor while maintaining professionalism, trust, and clear boundaries.

Participants will learn approaches to build credibility, communicate expectations, and lead their team with confidence.

Session Date: 

 

  • September 28 | Smyrna
  • 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EDT

 

REGISTER

 

Records Requests & Making Sense of Retention Schedules

 

Confused about public records and retention schedules?

 

$60.00

Public records and retention schedules don’t have to be confusing. In this session, we’ll walk through what records are, how long to keep them, and why those timelines matter. You’ll also learn how to respond to records requests clearly, correctly, and within the law.

Session date: 

 

  • October 27 | Online
  • 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. EDT

 

REGISTER

 

Leadership & Management

 

Business Tax Update

 

Stay current on Tennessee business taxes & licensing

 

Free

Join the staff from Taxpayer Services from the TN Department of Revenue for updates and important changes to business tax and licensing.

Session Date: 

 

  • October 21 | Online
  • 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. EDT

 

REGISTER

 

Leadership & Management

 

Financial Oversight of Water Utility Systems

 

Is your water system financially prepared for the future?

 

Free

A strong water system needs more than reliable infrastructure—it needs sound financial direction. This session helps board members understand their role in guiding budgets, internal controls, debt, and capital planning while meeting state financial requirements.

TBOUR-approved utility training: 3.0 hours

Session Date: 

 

  • September 29 | Online
  • 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. EDT

 

REGISTER

 

 

 

Our Training Calendar lists upcoming training within 120 days. You can also search or browse all upcoming training in K@TE and register at any time!

 

Contact Us

 

Hyperlinks above will display an Emma link since that is the mailing server we use, the links are valid. If you have any concerns please call the MTAS mainline at 865-974-0411.

 

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