Have you considered promoting your special service district? Like many other special district leaders, you likely don’t feel the need (or desire), to promote your district. Positive public image, however, is about educating the public on the... (Read More)

How many different login credentials do you use every day? If you are like most people, you have several accounts for your online banking, email, subscriptions, online shopping and other sites. And these are just in your personal life. Chances are... (Read More)

When you thing of lobbying, what comes to mind? Do you feel that lobbyists have, historically, had a bad reputation? The reality is the right to petition your government for change is protected in the First Amendment. A lobbyist is largely... (Read More)

You are probably presented with a variety of networking opportunities throughout your week. These opportunities might occur when you're at work, at conferences, or even at the grocery store. Learning how to recognize these opportunities and connect... (Read More)

Being likable isn't the only attribute that can improve your personal and professional relationships. In fact, there are many other aspects that are just as valuable in strengthening these networks. For example, you want to be seen as authentic... (Read More)

One of the biggest concerns we face at the Utah Association of Special Districts (UASD) relates to local and special districts becoming and staying compliant. With so much updating and creating of new legislation, it can be tricky to digest all the... (Read More)

Special service districts play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of many small towns and counties in the United States. Up to this point, a few bad apples, with inefficient management, have given everyone a bad name and drawn a shadow over... (Read More)

As a local or special service district, you have a specific mission you were meant to fulfill. You may be fighting to continue to provide high-quality services in street lighting, keeping your district's animal control population under control... (Read More)

Not sure if a lobbyist is worth it for your district? Here are three reasons why you should have a lobbyist working on your special service district’s behalf every day. 1. They show how bills personally impact people Often in legislation, a... (Read More)