General Township Training
General township training covering broad topics and interests.
No matter your tenure or position, these topics will benefit your township. This category covers topics of general importance and broad interest to townships of all sizes.
Please visit this page regularly for the latest dates of upcoming training.
Upcoming Workshops:
Implementing the "No Tax on Overtime" Federal Change
April 22, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Track: General Township
Speakers: Dave Riepenhoff
Description: This webinar will break down what qualifies as deductible overtime, what does not, and what townships need to do to stay compliant. Topics will include how to distinguish FLSA-required overtime from contract-based or policy-based extra pay, best practices for recordkeeping and W-2 reporting, and how this change may affect payroll administration and employee questions. This session will provide practical guidance to help your township understand its responsibilities and avoid common reporting mistakes.
Price: Free
Cyber Security Checklist for Townships
May 20, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Track: General Township
Speakers: Brett Coburn, VC3
Description: Today, townships are facing a new wave of cyber threats that move faster, cost more, and exploit the weakest link: human error. While many townships believe they’re “secure enough,” the truth is that threats have evolved—so your approach needs to evolve too. Join us for a practical, jargon-free session designed to help you understand the risks and essentials, and to learn how to take action without overloading your staff or budget.
Price: Free
Artificial Intelligence (AI) 101
June 17, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Track: General Township
Speakers: Dr. Sarah Larson & Dr. Patrick Haney, Miami University
Description: This session is built for township officials who are new to AI or unsure where to start. It will focus on plain-language explanations of what AI is (and isn’t), demonstrate simple, practical ways it’s already being used in local government work such as writing, research, and communication, and help participants build comfort with the tools. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of AI basics and a few easy, low-risk ways to begin exploring it in their day-to-day roles. Please note that this session does not cover the legalities concerning AI.
Price: $20 member/ $30 non-member
Save The Date
- July 15, 2026 - General Township Webinar
- August 6, 2026 - OTA Golf Outing
- August 19, 2026 - General Township Webinar
- September 16, 2026 - General Township Webinar
- October 20, 2026 - General Township Webinar
- November 18, 2026 - General Township Webinar
- December 16, 2026 - General Township Webinar
- February 10-12, 2027 - OTA Winter Conference
Dates are subject to change. Please check this page closer to the event for the most updated information. For any questions, please contact Michael Zaky.