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<br />15 <br /> <br />Concurrent Sessions #6: Friday, 9:00 to 10:15 AM <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Give Me Some Chocolate…I’m Stressed! <br />Desi Payne, Keynote Speaker <br />Do you wear so many hats that you don't know if <br />you're coming or going? Does stress wear you down? <br />Do you stay up at night due to anxiety? Are you <br />experiencing burn-out? Are you frustrated with your <br />workload or the people you work with? Then you <br />defintely need this session! Nobody is immune to <br />stress. It affects your health, personal, and <br />professional life. In this breakout, you will learn how to <br />be intentional about taking care of the stress that is <br />robbing you of your happiness and joy. You will learn <br />to manage stress so that you can enjoy life, have more <br />energy, and be more productive on the job. <br /> <br /> <br />21 <br />Records Management <br />Terri Spangrud, City Clerk, City of New Brighton <br />Effective records management is the backbone of <br />transparency, compliance, and trust in local <br />government—and yet, it can feel daunting – especially <br />when transitioning from paper systems to digital <br />solutions. This interactive session will provide practical, <br />actionable strategies for municipal leaders looking to <br />build or strengthen their records management <br />foundations. Attendees will leave equipped with clear <br />steps to assess their current systems, overcome <br />barriers to change, and create a roadmap for digital <br />transformation. <br /> <br />22 <br />Grant Writing Essentials <br />Jan Castillo, President/Owner, The Dotted Line <br />Collaborative <br />Are you new to the world of grant writing? This <br />introductory seminar will demystify the grant writing <br />process and equip you with the confidence to begin <br />your grant-seeking journey. Whether you're starting <br />from scratch or looking to strengthen your basics, this <br />session is perfect for entry-level grant writers, <br />nonprofit staff, and anyone eager to make their <br />funding goals a reality. <br />Key Takeaways: <br />• Understanding the components of a grant <br />proposal <br />• Tips for researching and identifying the right <br />funding opportunities <br />• How to align your proposal with funder <br />priorities <br />• Avoiding common pitfalls in grant writing <br /> <br />23 <br /> <br />Gambling <br />Bradley Rezny, Assistant Special Agent in Charge, AGED <br /> <br />Minnesota's gambling laws are complex and <br />sometimes difficult to understand. Learn how they <br />relate to situations you may encounter as a municipal <br />clerk and what steps can be taken to prevent the <br />municipality from becomeing a victim. We will also <br />dive into several criminal investigations to explore the <br />importance of internal contols, separation of duties <br />and how it could have prevented large scale thefts. We <br />will also discover how K9 Bia helps recover funds that <br />are given back to charities that support your <br />community. <br />24 <br />