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Dangerous Waste Management Program Guidance and Compliance Tips

February 12, 2026  by  Julie Nicoll ,  Stacy Fox
Category:  Guest Author ,  Environmental Laws and Regulations ,  Hazardous Materials and Substances

Dangerous waste compliance programs are often overlooked by government agencies. Learn about the basics of a dangerous waste management program, including waste designation, preparing for an inspection, and compliance tips.

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Got Waste? What to Know About the New System for Annual Dangerous Waste Reports Due March 1

January 28, 2026  by  Stacy Fox ,  Julie Nicoll
Category:  Guest Author ,  Environmental Laws and Regulations ,  Hazardous Materials and Substances

Beginning March 1, annual dangerous waste reports must be submitted on a new online platform. Learn how these changes will impact dangerous waste reporting and recordkeeping for your public agency.

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What Employers Should Know About the “No Tax on Overtime” Provisions

November 19, 2025  by  Julie Nicoll
Category:  Accounting ,  Fair Labor Standards Act

The “no tax on overtime” provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act include an employee tax deduction, but employers must provide additional information for tax reporting purposes. Learn how to plan for these changes impacting the tax years 2025 through 2028.

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Legal Requirements for Hosting Government Open Houses or Coffee Chats

August 25, 2025  by  Julie Nicoll
Category:  Gift of Public Funds ,  Open Public Meetings Act ,  Public Records Act ,  Public Participation

Local governments should ensure open houses follow public meeting laws, agency policies, and rules on food, space use, and public spending.

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When the Price Is Right: Price Escalation After Contract Execution

May 27, 2025  by  Julie Nicoll
Category:  Purchasing and Contracting

In this ever-changing economic landscape, agencies need to be prepared for possible price increases, even on existing contracts. Learn what proactive steps agencies can take to address potential price escalations after a contract has been executed.

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MRSC Welcomes Legal Consultant Julie Nicoll

May 5, 2025  by  Julie Nicoll
Category:  MRSC News and Updates

A keen sense of direction led Julie Nicoll to MRSC as part of her professional journey, and we are excited to welcome her as the newest legal consultant. 

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