We are excited to launch our 2026 Webinar and Discussion Series, designed specifically for special district leaders and managers. This year, we’re partnering with Streamline,  PTMA, GovDeals, The Ferguson Group, Gridbase, CPSHR, and others to bring you expert-led sessions on the most critical topics affecting special districts today.

What You’ll Learn:
🔹 Governance & Leadership Best Practices – Insights into effective district management, Human Resources and more.
🔹 AI & Compliance – The latest on technology, website regulations, and special district transparency.
🔹 Federal Funding & Technical Assistance – The Ferguson Group on navigating federal grants and opportunities.
🔹 GIS for Special Districts – Gridbase showcasing boundary mapping and digital tools for better decision-making.
🔹 Federal Advocacy & Hot Topics – Paragon Government Relations covering agency regulations, federal policies, and how NSDA represents special districts.

Who Should Attend? Special District Leaders; General Managers & Board MembersFinance & Compliance Officers; Members invested in the success of special districts

January       NA

Feb 18         Federal Grant Funding Opportunities for Special Districts in 2026 with The Ferguson Group

Registration        https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86231545025?pwd=NNwrzhMAUlGBGMUN1omjrvEziJCLw0.1 

Join this webinar for an in depth overview and forecast of 2026 Federal Funding – programs, insights, and intel.

March 12  Federal Advocacy 101

Registration              https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_P6_5Si6FTYO1MG-DsVVNHA

Join us for an in depth overview and forecast of 2026 Congressional and Administrative priorities – programs, insights and intel.

April 16     Federal Grants with The Ferguson Group Brown Bag Discussion

Registration https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gqyAuN8pToiJsL_FneYRAw 

Join this interactive discussion on hot topics and critical questions of the day.

June 4         Roach and Associates – Governance and Parliamentary Procedures

Registration Link https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iPf0CMl4R3ClJgRinkAZ9A 

Do you sometimes forget how to make a motion or when to recuse yourself?  Join this short reminder session of the keys to Roberts Rules.

June 24      Streamline Are You ADA Compliant?

Registration https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_17274m0NQ6uuSYUg0Zg3QA 

This session covers two critical components of digital compliance: websites and PDF documents. Learn how to assess your current compliance status, improve accessibility on your site, and make even complex PDFs (like meeting minutes, annual budgets, and scanned documents) fully accessible to all. We’ll share practical tools, checklists, and tips to help you validate and remediate your content, along with real-world strategies for building a more inclusive digital presence for your community.

July 16   Federal Grants with The Ferguson Group Brown Bag Discussion

Registration:      https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84476334826?pwd=TMd2ORmvqFQPpfMUqNVdSKmKy4y2Kt.1 

 Join this interactive discussion on hot topics and critical questions of the day.                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

July 30th   Federal Advocacy Updates

Registration:              https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0E3PJjxmSEmZ4m-LGMNE6A 

August 13 Gridbase – Maximize with Mapping

Registration https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fnBdUgECTlKTFaxISVGzvw 

Join Business Affiliate, Gridbase for an in depth 101 on how to maximize your mapping for strategic operations.

Sept.  3      Govdeals – Improving Accountability and Transparency in Surplus Sales for Special Districts

Registration https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FawnSyZFT_qj4mEbP6Kw8Q 

Join NSDA Business Affiliate, GovDeals for an insider look at surplus and saving you money.

Sept. 9        Federal Grants with The Ferguson Group Brown Bag Discussion

Registration https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_x7pTJsA3T3mT_YwNFlFHSQ 

Join this interactive discussion on hot topics and critical questions of the day.

October     No webinar scheduled

Nov. 12      CPSHR - Human Resources for smaller districts

Registration Link https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wmVeSUz1TZK32islxATAbQ

Join Business Affiliate, CPSHR for a top 10 handy HR tips.

December  No Webinar