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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOut-of-State Travel - American Society of Civil Engineers Continuing EducationCITY OF PALM DESERT PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT STAFF REPORT REQUEST: AUTHORIZE OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ATTEND THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS CONTINUING EDUCATION EVENT IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, FROM SEPTEMBER 20 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 22, 2015 SUBMITTED BY: Mark Greenwood, P.E., Director of Public Works DATE: August 27, 2015 CONTENTS: Conference Information Recommendation By Minute Motion, authorize out-of-state travel for the Director of Public Works to attend the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Continuing Education Event in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 20 to September 22, 2015. Funds are available in Account No. 1104300-4312000, Administration Conference/Seminars/Workshops account. Background In order to maintain his Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification, it is necessary for the Director of Public Works to fulfill continuing education requirements. The most efficient and cost effective way to achieve this is to attend professional conferences such as the ASCE Education Event being held this year in Las Vegas, Nevada. The cost for registration, transportation and travel related expenses will be approximately $1,900. Staff Report Authorize Out -of -State Travel for Director of Public Works Page 2of2 August 27, 2015 Fiscal Analysis There is no fiscal impact other than the cost of the training, which is required for certification renewal. PrepaWd/By/Departmept Head: Mark qr enwood, P.E` Director V Public Works ay. , I - // IZA- Paul S. Gibson, Director of Finance roval: hn M. 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