FW: MTAS Training: Learn What’s New in Utility Board Regulation

[Pannell, Donald]

As we are nearing this year’s end, take a minute to review the excellent opportunities for training from MTAS that are available early in the new year. Links for more information and to register are provided for each training opportunity.

 

In service,

 

Donald Pannell, M.S., EFO
Fire Management Consultant
UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service

7777 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 3, Box 14
Memphis, Tennessee 38120

donald....@tennessee.edu
(901) 233-1434 Mobile | (865) 974-0411 Office
mtas.tennessee.edu

 

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Subject: MTAS Training: Learn What’s New in Utility Board Regulation

 

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 training! 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!       Are You Ready to Shift?   Making the Shift to Leadership   January 15 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. ET Knoxville   Free   You’ve landed your first leadership role— congratulations! Now the real challenge begins: shifting from peer to leader. In this fast-paced, interactive course, you’ll build the mindset, skills, and confidence to lead effectively from day one.   Johanna Owenby Training & Development Manager MTAS       How Will You Drive Innovation Today?   Discovering Creativity & Innovation in Government    January 22 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. ET  Zoom    Registration: $60    TBOUR- approved for 1.0 hour utility training    Government agencies must continually improve efficiency, enhance services, and respond to ever-evolving public needs. What to expect:    Discover barriers to innovation and learn strategies to overcome them. Gain insights into the latest innovation frameworks. Discuss and be inspired by actual examples of innovation in government.   Ryan Lilly helps leaders and teams spark creativity and drive innovation. With 15 years in local government and nonprofits, Ryan blends real-world experience with engaging storytelling to deliver practical tools that inspire action. Ryan’s sessions leave audiences energized, empowered, and ready to transform ideas into impact.    Ryan Lilly  Lilly Seminar Training, LLC      Learn What’s New in Utility Board Regulation    Utility Boards Update    January 29, 2026  1:30 – 2:30 PM ET  Free Webinar | Zoom    TBOUR- approved for 1.0 hour utility training    Start the new year with key updates on utility board regulation from the Comptroller’s Office. This session is for municipal water and wastewater utility board members and anyone responsible for managing compliance.    Ross Colona  Assistant Director, Local Government Finance  TN Comptroller of the Treasury         Elected Officials Academy   Municipal Foundations   January 27-29 5-7:30 p.m. ET Zoom   Registration: $185   This virtual program familiarizes elected officials with foundational aspects of municipal governance. Topics cover foundations and structure of municipal government, charters and codes, ethics, open meetings, public records, effective meetings, and municipal finance.    Virtual program: The virtual program is divided into three sessions. Completion of all three sessions is required to receive a certificate. Registration is for all three sessions.   Municipal Foundations is TBOUR approved for 7.5 hours of Utility training.   Matt Hensley Training Consultant MTAS           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.