The Finance and Admin Track emphasizes engagement, connection, and shared learning, beginning with an interactive icebreaker to foster participation and connection. (General Audience)
Join this collaborative forum facilitated by the Office of the Washington State Auditor (SAO). A local government financial operations expert from the Center for Government Innovation, a service of SAO, will answer your questions about internal controls while you learn about resources and best practices that help you build safeguards to protect your organization from common fraud risks. (Entry Level)
This session will focus on fiscal year close-out, including key review items and updates from fiscal staff. The majority of the discussion will highlight ongoing revisions to the grant manual, led by the Ombudsman group, with dedicated time for questions from district staff. (Entry Level)
This joint session brings together SCC fiscal staff, district fiscal staff, and technicians to review cost share fundamentals, key requirements from the SCC Grant Manual and program guidelines, and the processes needed to ensure timely and accurate payment. (Intermediate Level)
This session covers key insurance topics relevant to conservation districts, including a review of claims trends over the past five years, an overview of cyber liability coverage and prevention, and a look at bond coverage for theft of money. Each segment will include time for questions and discussion. (General Audience)
The State Conservation Commission (SCC) directed SCC staff to begin rulemaking related to conservation district (CD) elections – WAC Chapter 135-110. This presentation will explain why SCC took this action, the rulemaking process, the scope of the changes being considered, how conservation districts can participate in the process, and how this will impact the administration of conservation district elections.
Because accounting practices and workflows often differ based on accounting software, this breakout session separates participants into QuickBooks and Springbrook Express groups. The format allows for deeper peer discussion, shared problem-solving, and exchange of system-specific tips and best practices. (Intermediate Level)
This session features a discussion with SAO focused on audit readiness and common audit recommendations, with an opportunity for questions and discussion. (Entry Level)
This closing session brings finance and administrative staff together to reflect on key themes from the conference, share insights and takeaways, and discuss how lessons learned can be applied moving forward. Through facilitated discussion and peer exchange, participants will leave with a clearer understanding of next steps, helpful resources, and strengthened connections across districts. (Entry Level)
