Mark your calendars to attend the
SALGBA 2011 Conference
May 1-4 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

SALGBA Regional Conference

SALGBA will be conducting two regional conferences in 2010.

August 30, 2010 in Burlington, VT at the Courtyard Marriott. This regional conference is in partnership with the Vermont League of Cities and Towns. The registration fee is $50 for members and $75 for non-members. There is a small block of rooms at the Courtyard for the event at a special rate of $139 per night plus tax.

The conference will be held at:
Courtyard by Marriott
25 Cherry Street
Burlington, VT 05401
802.864.4700

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DALLAS REGIONAL CONFERENCE INFORMATION:

 “What Drives Insurance Costs? Why Are Health Care Costs Rising?” (Chris Conn, VP of Governmental Affairs, UHC)
Overview:  A presentation that will provide an inside view from a healthcare provider who sees and experiences both sides of the pendulum.  This presentation will discuss insurance cost drivers and reasons for rising healthcare costs.
 “Retirement Economics in the Southern Region” (Dax Rizo, Sr. Regional Mgr, The Hartford)
Overview:  In Today’s economy, individuals are unsure of the nation’s economy and whether or not to retire.  This presentation will provide an overview of the economy in the southern region and how the economy in the south might affect retirement compared to other areas in the nation.
 “The Future of Social Security” (Tom Clark, Public Affairs Specialist, SSA) 
Overview:   Tom Clark, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist, will present an overview of Social Security, discuss provisions that affect persons who receive a pension based on work not covered by Social Security and discuss the future of Social Security.
 “The Effectiveness of the Medical Home Concept” (Dr. Kenneth J. Phenow, Chief Medical Ofcr, CIGNA Healthcare, N. TX)
Overview:  Dr. Phenow will share the importance of the medical home concept as it relates to greater efficiency/quality/health resulting in lower costs.
 “What to Do with Under and Over 65 Retirees” (Ward Brigham, VP and Actuary for UHC Retirement Solutions)
Overview:  AARP will address organizational concerns regarding insurance for under and over 65 retirees as well as sample solutions to consider.
 “Paperless Benefits Enrollment Moves On” (Lyle Griffin, President of Selerix)
Overview:  In today’s world, benefit administration has become more tedious.  This presentation will show Benefit Administrators the cost-effective advantages of paperless enrollment and moving enrollment accountability back to employees.
 “Dependent Audit Effectiveness” (Alan Haynes, Hewitt & Associates)
Overview:  Learn why dependent audits are important and methods to consider during the audit process.
 “Turning Retiree Healthcare Financial Challenges into Opportunities ” (Chris Solimine, Managing Director, ICMA)
Overview:  Learn valuable retirement solutions to address your organization’s Retiree Healthcare financial challenges including co-ops, retirement health savings plans, etc.

Final Registration List for Dallas Regional Conference.