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SUMMARY:BASIC FOIA TRAINING - Marquette
DESCRIPTION:This is the class you have been asking for: \nThis is a workshop style class where attendees will apply their knowledge of Michigan’s FOIA to practical scenarios. After a quick review of the most challenging areas of FOIA\, participants will be presented with FOIA requests\, and they will be required to apply their knowledge to the exercise. Lori will then review the responses\, followed by an open discussion. The student will: \n\nUnderstand and be able to articulate the 13(1)(b) privacy exemption\, including both prongs and the significant public interest exception\,\nUnderstand the LE privacy exception and how it differs from the general privacy exception.\nUnderstand when and how to apply the Crime Victims’ Rights Act when processing a FOIA request.\nBe able to articulate why they applied an exception using appropriate statutory language that would not be considered arbitrary and capricious if appealed by a requester.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/basic-foia-training-marquette/
LOCATION:City of Marquette Municipal Services Center\, 1100 Wright Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49885\, United States
CATEGORIES:Basic FOIA Class
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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SUMMARY:ADVANCED FOIA TRAINING - Marquette
DESCRIPTION:*Prerequisite: Basic FOIA Course* \nThis is the class you have been asking for: \nThis is a workshop style class where attendees will apply their knowledge of Michigan’s FOIA to practical scenarios. After a quick review of the most challenging areas of FOIA\, participants will be presented with FOIA requests and they will be required to apply their knowledge to the exercise. Lori will then review the responses\, followed by an open discussion. The student will: \n\nUnderstand and be able to articulate the 13(1)(b) privacy exemption\, including both prongs and the significant public interest exception\,\nUnderstand the LE privacy exception and how it differs from the general privacy exception.\nUnderstand when and how to apply the Crime Victims’ Rights Act when processing a FOIA request.\nBe able to articulate why they applied an exception using appropriate statutory language that would not be considered arbitrary and capricious if appealed by a requester.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools. \n 
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/aadvanced-foia-training-marquette/
LOCATION:City of Marquette Municipal Services Center\, 1100 Wright Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49885\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advanced FOIA Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260827T163000
DTSTAMP:20260622T141707Z
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SUMMARY:RECORDS MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL - Marquette
DESCRIPTION:This is the class you have been asking for: \nThis class will introduce the attendees to the Michigan laws governing the requirements surrounding the retention and disposal of public records. Topics covered will include what constitutes a public record\, the differences between general and specific retention schedules\, where to find the appropriate schedule\, how to read and apply the schedules\, unique issues that apply to electronic communications (email and text messages)\, and practical tips for managing records in today’s modern public agencies. The student will: \n\nBe able to understand and articulate the legal basis for the retention of public records.\nUnderstand the proper methods for the disposal of public records.\nUnderstand the process for the creation of a retention schedule and when there may be a need for a modified schedule.\nBe able to articulate the difference between a general and a specific retention and disposal schedule.\nBe able to locate the schedules applicable to their public body and be able to read and apply them as needed.\nBe able to define a public record\, a purely personal record\, and a transitory record and know how to effectively manage each of them.\nLeave the session with suggestions for better handling of electronic messages to ensure compliance with applicable laws.\n\nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA and records management in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing records retention and disposal. You are sure to take away many practical tools.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/records-management-and-disposal-marquette/
LOCATION:City of Marquette Municipal Services Center\, 1100 Wright Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49885\, United States
CATEGORIES:Records Managment and Disposal
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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SUMMARY:ADVANCED FOIA - Flat Rock
DESCRIPTION:*Prerequisite: Basic FOIA Course* \nThis is the class you have been asking for: \nThis is a workshop style class where attendees will apply their knowledge of Michigan’s FOIA to practical scenarios. After a quick review of the most challenging areas of FOIA\, participants will be presented with FOIA requests and they will be required to apply their knowledge to the exercise. Lori will then review the responses\, followed by an open discussion. The student will: \n\nUnderstand and be able to articulate the 13(1)(b) privacy exemption\, including both prongs and the significant public interest exception\,\nUnderstand the LE privacy exception and how it differs from the general privacy exception.\nUnderstand when and how to apply the Crime Victims’ Rights Act when processing a FOIA request.\nBe able to articulate why they applied an exception using appropriate statutory language that would not be considered arbitrary and capricious if appealed by a requester.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/advanced-foia-flat-rock/
LOCATION:Flat Rock City Hall\, 25500 Gibraltar Rd\, Flat Rock\, 48134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advanced FOIA Classes
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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SUMMARY:RECORDS RETENTION - Flat Rock
DESCRIPTION:This is the class you have been asking for: \nThis class will introduce the attendees to the Michigan laws governing the requirements surrounding the retention and disposal of public records. Topics covered will include what constitutes a public record\, the differences between general and specific retention schedules\, where to find the appropriate schedule\, how to read and apply the schedules\, unique issues that apply to electronic communications (email and text messages)\, and practical tips for managing records in today’s modern public agencies. The student will: \n\nBe able to understand and articulate the legal basis for the retention of public records.\nUnderstand the proper methods for the disposal of public records.\nUnderstand the process for the creation of a retention schedule and when there may be a need for a modified schedule.\nBe able to articulate the difference between a general and a specific retention and disposal schedule.\nBe able to locate the schedules applicable to their public body and be able to read and apply them as needed.\nBe able to define a public record\, a purely personal record\, and a transitory record and know how to effectively manage each of them.\nLeave the session with suggestions for better handling of electronic messages to ensure compliance with applicable laws.\n\nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA and records management in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing records retention and disposal. You are sure to take away many practical tools.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/records-retention-flat-rock/
LOCATION:Flat Rock City Hall\, 25500 Gibraltar Rd\, Flat Rock\, 48134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Records Retention
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SUMMARY:Basic FOIA - Thomas Township
DESCRIPTION:This is not just another FOIA class. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, the recently retired Manager and FOIA Coordinator for the Transparency and Accountability Division of the Michigan State Police.  The course will: \n\nIntroduce the students to an overview of the Act.\nDefine “public record” and “public body”.\nIntroduce the students to processing of FOIA requests\, fees\, exemptions\, rights of requestors.\nPresent model response statements\, forms\, and case studies.\nCover reports\, UD10’s\, and video requests.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.   She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools. \nREGISTER: \nCall Eric at (810) 320-9517 or Email at eric@therossowgroup.com \nCall for more information and to learn what others have to say about the course.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/basic-foia-thomas-township/
LOCATION:Thomas Township Police Department\, 8215 Shields Dr.\,\, Saginaw\, MI\, 48609\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T090000
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SUMMARY:Records Retention and Disposal - St Joseph County SO
DESCRIPTION:This is the class you have been asking for: \nThis class will introduce the attendees to the Michigan laws governing the requirements surrounding the retention and disposal of public records. Topics covered will include what constitutes a public record\, the differences between general and specific retention schedules\, where to find the appropriate schedule\, how to read and apply the schedules\, unique issues that apply to electronic communications (email and text messages)\, and practical tips for managing records in today’s modern public agencies. The student will: \n\nBe able to understand and articulate the legal basis for the retention of public records.\nUnderstand the proper methods for the disposal of public records.\nUnderstand the process for the creation of a retention schedule and when there may be a need for a modified schedule.\nBe able to articulate the difference between a general and a specific retention and disposal schedule.\nBe able to locate the schedules applicable to their public body and be able to read and apply them as needed.\nBe able to define a public record\, a purely personal record\, and a transitory record and know how to effectively manage each of them.\nLeave the session with suggestions for better handling of electronic messages to ensure compliance with applicable laws.\n\nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA and records management in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing records retention and disposal. You are sure to take away many practical tools. \nREGISTER: \nCall Eric at (810) 320-9517 or Email at eric@therossowgroup.com or www.therossowgroup.com
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/records-retention-and-disposal-st-joseph-county-so/
LOCATION:St Joseph Count Sheriff’s Office Training Center\, 602 E. Main Street\, Centreville\, MI\, 49302\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261014T090000
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SUMMARY:Basic FOIA - Green Oak Twp
DESCRIPTION:This is the class you have been asking for: \nThis is a workshop style class where attendees will apply their knowledge of Michigan’s FOIA to practical scenarios. After a quick review of the most challenging areas of FOIA\, participants will be presented with FOIA requests\, and they will be required to apply their knowledge to the exercise. Lori will then review the responses\, followed by an open discussion. The student will: \n\nUnderstand and be able to articulate the 13(1)(b) privacy exemption\, including both prongs and the significant public interest exception\,\nUnderstand the LE privacy exception and how it differs from the general privacy exception.\nUnderstand when and how to apply the Crime Victims’ Rights Act when processing a FOIA request.\nBe able to articulate why they applied an exception using appropriate statutory language that would not be considered arbitrary and capricious if appealed by a requester.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools. \nREGISTER: \nCall Eric at (810) 320-9517 or Email at eric@therossowgroup.com \nOr www.therossowgroup.com
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/basic-foia-green-oak-twp/
LOCATION:Green Oak Township Police Department\, 9400 Whitmore Lake Rd.\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261015T170000
DTSTAMP:20260801T154119Z
CREATED:20260801T154119Z
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SUMMARY:Advanced FOIA - Green Oak Twp
DESCRIPTION:*Prerequisite: Basic FOIA Course* \nThis is the class you have been asking for: \nThis is a workshop style class where attendees will apply their knowledge of Michigan’s FOIA to practical scenarios. After a quick review of the most challenging areas of FOIA\, participants will be presented with FOIA requests and they will be required to apply their knowledge to the exercise. Lori will then review the responses\, followed by an open discussion. The student will: \n\nUnderstand and be able to articulate the 13(1)(b) privacy exemption\, including both prongs and the significant public interest exception\,\nUnderstand the LE privacy exception and how it differs from the general privacy exception.\nUnderstand when and how to apply the Crime Victims’ Rights Act when processing a FOIA request.\nBe able to articulate why they applied an exception using appropriate statutory language that would not be considered arbitrary and capricious if appealed by a requester.\n\nThis class is for anyone\, sworn or civilian\, who needs an understanding of the Freedom of Information Act and those who are actually responsible for dealing with and answering the public’s requests under the Freedom of Information Act at your agency. \nThe course is taught by Lori Hinkley\, J.D..  Lori is truly THE expert when it comes to FOIA in Michigan.  She has taught for many years.  She will pass on her many years of experience in dealing with the ACT and requests under the FOIA. You are sure to take away many practical tools. \nREGISTER: \nCall Eric at (810) 320-9517 or Email at eric@therossowgroup.com \nCall for more information and to learn what others have to say about the course.
URL:https://therossowgroup.com/events/advanced-foia-green-oak-twp/
LOCATION:Green Oak Township Police Department\, 9400 Whitmore Lake Rd.\, Brighton\, MI\, 48116\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Rossow Group":MAILTO:info@therossowgroup.com
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