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Legal Essentials for Councils on Aging: A Six-Part Series with KP Law 

The Massachusetts Councils on Aging is proud to partner with KP Law to present a comprehensive six-part training series designed specifically for Councils on Aging. Over the course of these sessions, KP Law’s expert attorneys will provide practical guidance on the legal and operational issues most critical to senior center leadership and staff. 

Topics include finance and appropriations, employment and personnel policies, communication practices, conflict of interest and political activity, contracts and procurement, and compliance with open meeting and public records laws. Each session will feature real-world examples, best practices, and opportunities for questions - equipping attendees with the knowledge they need to confidently navigate the complex legal landscape of municipal aging services. 

Session Six: Open Meeting & Public Records 

Presenter:  Janelle Austin, Shareholder and Founding Member of the Government Information and Access Group 

This session will focus on trends and legal considerations under the Open Meeting Law and Public Records Law.  Participants will learn best practices for compliance with the Public Records Law and the Open Meeting Law, including public meeting requirements, responding to public records requests and emerging and evolving legal issues under both laws.

*Please note that these sessions will not be recorded.*