On-Demand Trainings
Couldn't attend an LOC training? Now you can watch them on-demand! Once you register and purchase a training below, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to watch the recorded training at a time that works for you.
To view the step-by-step registration process, see How to Register for LOC Training and Events.
For questions, contact Lisa Trevino, Program Manager, at ltrevino@orcities.org.
Grant Writing Basics Workshop
Speaker: Laura Prado, Senior Fundraising Specialist
This workshop introduces the world of grant writing and covers all aspects of preparing a grant, including preparing budget forms, writing a compelling narrative, compiling attachments, and more. The workshop is presented over three 2-hour sessions on Zoom and will cover the following topics:
Session 1: Introduction, Budgets, and Budget Narrative. This session begins with an examination of the language used by grantors and grant writers to lay a foundation for the remaining sessions. The session then transitions into preparing the budget, including different types of budgets and forms, federal grant categories, calculating the matching funds, and common mistakes to avoid. The session ends with a discussion of the budget narrative and how to justify the expenses in the proposed budget.
Session 2: The Narrative. The second session focuses on all grant narrative components, including the need statement, project description, goals, timeline, and more. Workshop participants will get general tips for success and learn how to frame each section of the narrative for maximum impact.
Session 3: The Application Package. The third and final session covers methods for finding and evaluating grant opportunities and gives tips on preparing for grant writing to make the process as smooth as possible. Details to be covered include aligning project goals with funder goals, learning what documents are useful to have on file, and managing grant registrations.
This workshop is recommended for beginner to intermediate grant writing.
LGMC: #1 – 6 hours
PLEASE NOTE: This training is a recording of a live Zoom training. Once you register and pay for this training, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to watch the recorded training.
Cost: $59
Oregon Public Contracting Basics
Speaker: League of Oregon Cities Staff
This course will provide a broad overview of practical tools for Oregon public contracting law, including:
- Overview of Oregon’s public contracting/purchasing laws; and
- Overview of Oregon’s administrative rules
Attendees will learn how to identify and understand the broad range of public contracts and how to navigate the procurement process.
LGMC: #6 - 4 hours
PLEASE NOTE: This training is a recording of a live Zoom training. Once you register and pay for this training, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to watch the recorded training.
Cost: $59
City Planning in Oregon
Speaker: John Morgan, Center for Public Service Senior Fellow
This training will provide an introduction to city planning in Oregon, including:
- A brief history of Oregon land use laws and their implication for cities;
- Basic principles of planning;
- The role of key members of the city government, including the city council, the planning commission, and other advisory boards, city management, city attorney, and professional planning staff;
- Engagement in the planning process by residents, businesses, and other interested parties; and
- "Dos and Don’ts" based on legal and ethical principles.
LGMC: #5 - 6 hour
PLEASE NOTE: This training is a recording of a live Zoom training. Once you register and pay for this training, you will receive an email confirmation with a link to watch the recorded training.
Cost: $59