The cost for the 2024 Winter Symposium is $140 for members and $200 for non-members.
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Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square
75 E. State Street
Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 365-4500
Group Rate: $145 per night
Please CLICK HERE to book your hotel room at the OFCA group rate.
The last day to book a hotel room with the discounted group rate is Tuesday, February 13, 2024. The group rate is good for reservations for March 1-9, 2024.
1:30 PM - Welcome
1:30 PM - Employment Law Decisions Affecting Public Sector Management
Presented by Jonathan Downes
3:45 PM - OFCA Legislative Update (Presenters: Chief Steve Agenbroad, OFCA Legislative Committee Chair
Michelle Fitzgibbon, OFCA Executive Director and Legislative Agent)
4:15 PM - Conclusion (Change into Class A's)
4:45 PM - Picture at the Ohio Statehouse
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM - Ohio Statehouse Reception in the Atrium
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
8:00 AM - Breakfast at the Sheraton
8:30 AM - OFCA Workforce Development & Sustainment Discussion
Moderators: Chief Clayton O'Brien; Chief Steve Agenbroad; Chief Chad Hollinger; Chief Steve Kelly
9:45 AM - Marijuana and CBD in the Workplace Panel
Moderators: Chief Clayton O'Brien; Chief Steve Agenbroad;
Deputy Chief Rick Vober; Retired Chief Jack Rupp
11:00 AM - EMS Updates
Presenters: Ohio EMS Director Rob Wagoner; State Medical Director Dr. Carol Cunningham
Noon - Conclusion
Employment Law Decisions Affecting Public Sector Management
This session reviews recent court decisions and legislation from the past year that impacts management of sworn and civil personnel. These will include federal law matters, civil rights of employees, freedom of speech/1st Amendment, and discipline matters. Topics will include ADA, FMLA and FLSA. Rulings of SERB are included. Discussion includes the rulings and the practical impact of the developments. Practical solutions are offered. Trends are identified for future planning. Practical application is emphasized. Changes to rules suggested where advisable. Questions are encouraged.
OFCA Legislative Update
Learn about the issues impacting fire and EMS in the state of Ohio. With over 1,000 bills introduced each General Assembly there are always numerous bills that positively and negatively impact the fire and EMS service. Find out what is currently on the legislative agenda, how it impacts your department and how to prepare to meet with your legislators to have these meaningful discussions at the OFCA Statehouse Reception.
OFCA Workforce Development & Sustainment Discussion
The OFCA has set a strategic goal of identifying issues and solutions around the development and sustainment of our public safety workforce. This is an issue that currently impacts every type and size of fire and EMS department across the state, and it is not going to be solved quickly or easily. We all have a role and responsibility to have these discussions and work towards sustainable solutions to ensure our communities have the services they require when they need them. Please join us for a candid conversation about where we are currently and what we need to be prepared for in the near future.
EMS Updates
Director Wagoner and Dr. Cunningham will provide a joint presentation on the current and upcoming issues impacting Ohio’s EMS service in Ohio. This dynamic duo always present useful information to take back to your departments. You will not want to miss this!