On Wednesday, March 27, Governor Kotek signed SB 1576, which contained a "recreational immunity" fix eliminating the excessive liability that was causing local governments across Oregon to close off public access to trails on [...]
With the new year underway, for many it’s a good time to set both personal and professional goals. One goal that should make the list is ensuring that county employees always receive training each [...]
At the beginning of every year, the CIS Board of Trustees, including AOC Executive Director Gina Firman Nikkel, attend a day and a half strategic planning session to discuss the overall strength of the organization. [...]
CIS has provided several organizational updates and resources for AOC members linked to below. Cyber Crime Targeting Cities and Counties on the Rise CIS Board Approves 2022-23 Fiscal Year Budget CIS Benefits Announces Two [...]
CIS responds by creating new three-tiered insurance coverage to respond to threat Earlier in the year, CIS unveiled its new three-tiered cyber coverage program in response to a significant increase of cyberattacks on Oregon’s cities [...]
In June, CIS’ $230.6 million 2022-23 fiscal year budget was unanimously adopted by the CIS Board of Trustees. There are many exciting plans for this year’s budget. Investing in Preventing Cybercrime CIS is continuing to [...]
CIS has been working hard to enhance its already outstanding employee benefits program. It’s been well known for years — based on claims data — that CIS Benefits members’ employees struggle with musculoskeletal issues. These [...]
After more than two years of doing nearly everything via Zoom or Microsoft Teams, CIS’ popular, in-person conference returns. The CIS Annual Conference brings leaders from across Oregon to discover “best practices” related to employee [...]
Tom BeLusko was recently promoted to his new role as CIS’ underwriting director. Tom is a familiar face to many of CIS members and agents. He has a strong reputation for providing good risk management [...]
During the recent Oregon City/County Management Association (OCCMA) summer conference in Bend, CIS’ Executive Director Patrick Priest provided a $2,500 grant for the OCCMA’s senior advisors. The City of Ashland’s Interim City Manager Gary Millman [...]