November 14, 2017
8:30am - 4:30pm

Okemos Conference Center
2187 University Park Drive
Okemos, MI 48864
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The Michigan Government Finance Officers Association is proud to offer an advanced session addressing the unique rules and challenges for local governments and how to manage and report them. Attendees will gain an understanding of the topics listed in the agenda below.

CPE Credits:

Each seminar qualifies for 8 CPE or 0.8 CEU credits. The CPE credits qualify for governmental accounting and auditing.

Agenda:

Registration begins at 8:30 am. The program starts at 9:00AM and ends at approximately 4:30 pm. Lunch will be served midday.

Outline:

• What’s Hot in Employment Law Update
• Public Employer FLSA / Michigan Wage & Fringe Benefit Act
  • “What’s Happening at The DOL”
  • Special issues related to public safety departments: Work Weeks, Overtime, Final Average Compensation, etc.
• Worker Classification
  • Legal issues
  • Misclassification payroll tax and benefit plan implications
• Identification and Taxation of Fringe Benefits
• Paid Time Off Banks
  • Constructive Receipt
  • Plan Design Alternatives
• Payroll Controls Best Practices

The registration fee includes instructions, printed materials, refreshments and lunch. Registration is limited, so please register early to reserve your spot. Cost Per Person:

	On or Before November 7, 2017	After November 7, 2017
Member	$100	$120
Non-Member	$150	$170

Registration Policies:

Class size is sometimes limited. Pre-registration is required so we can notify registrants if unforeseen circumstances require us to cancel or reschedule a course. Please register early.

Confirmations of registrations are sent via email. Registering on-line will make this process easier. You may also check the status of your registration by clicking on View Registrations from your profile page.

Reservations made by mail, fax, or online, unless cancelled, will be considered a commitment to attend. No shows will be billed, since meeting and meal arrangements have to be made for all registrants.

Cancellation Policies:

Refunds will be made ONLY if MGFOA is notified by November 7, 2017. If you have registered and find that you cannot attend, you may transfer your registration to another person. Rates may vary based on membership status. Please notify MGFOA of this occurrence.

Special Needs:

If you have a disability and need special accommodations or require a special diet, please notify MGFOA by checking the box on the registration form. We cannot accommodate such requests on the day of the program. Because we are not always able to control room temperatures, please wear layers of clothing for your comfort.