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Message from the President and CEO

By  Michael Fann | 2/9/2023 7:45 am

As you know, our Board of Directors represents our member partners and provides insight into the governance of Public Entity Partners’ operations and steers the direction of our organization. A few years ago, following an extensive planning process with our leadership team, the Board approved a 2021-2023 Strategic Plan that included revised vision and mission statements, core values and organizational values. These components are important as they guide and define the programs we seek to provide to our members in the years to come.

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Partnering for Success Webinar February 22nd

2/9/2023 7:35 am

Public Entity Partners’ Partnering for Success Webinar Series will continue on February 22 with “Professional and Proven Hiring Practices,” presented by John Grubbs, MPS, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, UT, human resources consultant with UT Municipal Technical Advisory Services (MTAS).

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PEP Hosting Safety Meetings with MTAS

2/9/2023 7:30 am

Public Entity Partners is committed to risk management and educating our members on best practices. In February and March, PE Partners will offer “Developing a Culture of Safety” educational workshops on loss prevention strategies.

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Property Values Increasing

2/7/2023 7:25 am

Industry experts are indicating that property values are increasing exponentially due to unprecedented global demand for materials, along with the rise in materials and labor costs.

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Newly Acquired/Constructed Property Insurance

1/5/2023 7:15 am

Many of Public Entity Partners’ members make frequent changes to their properties and facilities. Whether it’s improving existing structures, beautifying a park, building a new fire station or acquiring a new facility, making informed decisions on which locations you have insured for property coverage is an important risk management responsibility.

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Multifactor Authentication

1/5/2023 7:10 am

Every day we hear of a new cyberattack in the news. From private businesses to public infrastructure, utility companies and banking institutions — no one is spared from this threat. Unfortunately, the strength of your password alone is not enough to protect your organization’s sensitive data and systems from a cyberattack.

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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS/Drones) Compliance

1/5/2023 7:05 am

The use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS/Drones) by local governments has become commonplace for assistance with law enforcement, fire services, search and rescue, facility inspections and filming special events. While UAS can be of great value due to the various ways they are used, governmental entities should understand the limitations, regulations and laws that must be followed when utilizing UAS.

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Excellence In Risk Management PRIMA Scholarship

1/5/2023 7:00 am

Applications for the “Excellence in Risk Management” Scholarship for the 2023 National Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) Conference will be available on January 18th. The goal of this scholarship is to promote professional public risk management by providing greater educational opportunities, training and peer networking opportunities to risk managers, safety directors and other public employees who have risk management responsibilities.

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Frozen Pipes and Water Damage

By  Halie Gallik | 12/28/2022 8:00 am

Over the holiday weekend, many areas of Tennessee saw historically low freezing temperatures. For some members, the cold weather brought with it frozen pipes and water damage. If your organization has already submitted a water damage claim due to frozen pipes and you have additional locations to report, please contact Danya Feinstein directly at DFeinstein@PEpartners.org instead of filing a claim through the online portal. Please include the address of the location, the date of the loss, and a brief description of the damage in your email.

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Partnering for Success January Webinar

12/9/2022 7:20 am

Employment-related matters continue to represent a large area of claims among Public Entity Partners’ members. Ranging from allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and hostile workplaces, these claims affect the morale of an organization, while also costing time and money. That’s why PE Partners is hosting “Engaging Employees through Performance Management,” a one-hour webinar designed to review effective performance management.

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