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Greensweig, TX Health Benefits Pool Receive 2025 Awards for Excellence

Dan Greensweig of League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) and TX Health Benefits Pool are recipients of our 2025 Awards for Excellence in Leadership and Performance, respectively. Dan, Administrator of LMCIT , is receiving the Award for Excellence in Leadership. He has worked to demonstrably improve the approach, conversation and treatment of PTSD among first responders. He is widely recognized by his pooling peers for leadership on this issue, deepening and adjusting the discussion about PTSD for workers’ compensation and liability in ways that are beneficial to first responders, their public entity employers and the wider ...
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TX Health Benefits Pool Receives Award for Excellence for Innovative Cybersecurity Program

TX Health Benefits Pool (TXHB) is recipient of the prestigious AGRiP Award for Excellence in Performance for its efforts and achievements in cybersecurity. The pool uses a comprehensive and innovative approach to address an issue of top concern for all public entity pools — the staunch protection of member data assets through exceptional cybersecurity practices. The pool’s cybersecurity practices leverage a certified ethical hacker to detect and harden its system, require vendor awareness and participation, and exceed industry and regulatory standards. “TX Health Benefits Pool’s work is a good example for all pools on how to build a top-grade ...
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Dan Greensweig of League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust is Recipient of Award for Excellence in Leadership

Dan Greensweig, Administrator of the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT), is recipient of AGRiP's prestigious Award for Excellence in Leadership . Dan will be recognized for his work to demonstrably improve the approach, conversation and treatment of PTSD among first responders in Minnesota. His work has resonated with his peers across the nation for deepening the discussion about PTSD for workers’ compensation and liability in ways that support first responders, their public entity employers and pools. “Dan led his pool in using a data-informed approach to identify and develop resources and services that address critical public ...
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Fifteen Member Pools Earned AGRiP Recognition in 2024

Fifteen member pools earned AGRiP Recognition in 2024 and will be acknowledged at our upcoming Governance Conference for their achievement. AGRiP Recognition is a rigorous framework for pools to conduct a thorough self-assessment against established best practices, or Advisory Standards . Achieving Recognition indicates a pools’ commitment to achieving industry best practices. The following pools earned Recognition last year: Association of California Water Agencies Joint Powers Insurance Authority Association of Washington Cities Employee Benefit Trust Association of Washington Cities Risk Management Service ...
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AI Resources Available

As we continue our focus on AI experimentation in pooling, we will share updates and resources to our AI resources webpage . We encourage you to explore these resources to both prepare for and advance your AI strategy. Newly added resources include AGRiP's AI readiness checklist and an AI fact sheet from the City of San Jose, CA – useful tools for pools preparing to implement AI solutions. The AI fact sheet is an example of how and what to ask service providers and vendors using AI to support your operations. We know pools have an immediate need to better understand service providers’ use of AI. You will also find insights on AI applications ...
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AGRiP Welcomes New Members

Two new pools and two new QEI Patrons have joined AGRiP, enhancing the collaborative strength of the pooling community. Fire Risk Management Services (FRMS) offers comprehensive, cost-effective coverage to more than 200 fire districts. Self-Insured Schools of California (SISC) brings stability to public schools through property, liability, and workers’ compensation coverage. KnowBe4 offers comprehensive AI-driven tools to bolster cybersecurity resilience, including training, anti-phishing campaigns and AI defense agents. Concord Advisory Group provides objective investment research that guides financial ...
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AI Experimentation by Pools and AGRiP

Following our January survey about pool AI use, we held a meeting about AI experimentation with 200 people from 80 pools. There is no area of AI implementation most prevalent among pools. What is clear is the immediate need for pools to: Implement an AI use policy . Protect pool assets by sharing guidance about allowable AI use. Adopt an initial AI use policy right away and update it as your pool’s AI work expands. Inventory AI used by pool service providers . Your service providers may already be using AI to support pool operations and might have AI valuable resources available to you. Start asking questions to understand where ...
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Governance Conference Registration Ends Feb. 21

Friday, Feb. 21 is the last day to register for Governance Conference 2025. You can view session, venue and registration information on our website. If you have questions about attending, let us know right away so you don’t miss your chance to join this important learning opportunity.
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First Reimbursement Made For Pool Internship

We are pleased to announce PRISM is receiving our first internship and scholarship reimbursement. PRISM will receive $5,575 to reimburse expenditures made in 2024. Explore resources to build your pool’s internship and scholarship programs and details about reimbursements available through AGRiP, or contact Claire Torza . Reimbursements are funded by a $75,000 donation from QEI Patron Alliant, to facilitate pool talent development and strengthen post-secondary partnerships.
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Changes to AGRiP eNews

The next eNews will be the first release of our AI optimized newsletter. We’ll refine the publication process over time, but here are important things to know: The curation process for articles is AI enabled review of all our member websites, AGRiP news and related information from our website, and a limited number of other sources. The content you are seeing is unique to you. Some articles are pinned for all recipients, but most content will be driven by your own interests. As eNews learns your preferences, content will adjust to reflect articles most relevant to you. The more you engage with articles and links, the better adapted your ...
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Special Membership Meeting on Feb. 11 Will Focus on AI Experimentation

AGRiP member pools are encouraged to attend a special one-hour membership meeting at 2 p.m. ET on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 , where we’ll share the work underway to help you: Adopt an effective AI use policy Prioritize an AI learning culture Experiment with AI tools and initiatives Define an effective AI environment, including data structure and use of AI by your service providers We’ll also provide information about how AGRiP is experimenting to become AI enabled and what it means for the pool services we provide. Top executives of member pools have received information about how to access this meeting. Check ...
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Registration Ends Feb. 21 for Governance Conference 2025

The deadline to register for Governance Conference 2025 (March 16 - 19 in Las Vegas, NV) is Friday, Feb. 21. An additional $100 will apply to registrations after Monday, Feb. 3. Governance Conference is where pool governing body members can explore concepts that relate to their role at the pool and within a local public entity. Look no further than our general sessions on topics like AI’s exponential growth, fostering civil dialogue, and maintaining personal wellness for longevity. There are more than 30 conference sessions on an array of topics, with a heavy focus on how AI will impact pools in the short- and longer-term. Las Vegas ...
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Gallagher Becomes a Legacy-Level Patron

We’re pleased to share that Gallagher has become a Legacy Level QEI Patron , demonstrating exceptional commitment to pools. Patronage at this level is reserved to service providers with a demonstrated track record of partnership and long-term dedication to the pooling industry. Our Quality Education Initiative (QEI) is how private sector organizations help pools become more effective, collaborative and informed. For more on QEI Patron opportunities, contact Steff Weiss .
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Membership renewals underway

AGRiP has a common renewal of Jan. 1 for all members. We look forward to continuing our mission to make members more effective, collaborative and informed. If you have questions, reach out or review membership options on our website.
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AGRiP Board of Directors Election Results

Congratulations to our recently re-elected AGRiP Board members. Barbara Zemlock, general counsel for County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania (CCAP) and Megan Chorlton, chief executive officer of Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia (MIABC) will begin new, four-year terms on Jan. 1, 2025.
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Pooling Community Resources (Nov. 7, 2024)

These pooling community resources were included in the Nov. 7 issue of eNews and may be of interest to AGRiP members. RISK MANAGEMENT GUIDANCE FOR PUBLIC ENTITIES Article with guidance on how to prepare your facilities, staff and equipment for winter weather (PDRMA) New slip, trip and fall awareness materials (MCIT) New winter walking safety poster available (LARM) Newsletter with articles about electric school bus safety, an upcoming 30th anniversary celebration, updated video training resources (Comp Alliance) Guidance on how to ensure your boilers are safe and compliant (TASB Fund) ...
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Pool Member Dues Will Increase Seven Percent

AGRiP pool member dues will be increasing as of Jan. 1, 2025. There will be a seven percent increase in the annual pool member dues rate, with a maximum dues cap of $16,800. An average sized AGRiP member pool will pay $350 more in dues next year. The pooling community created through AGRiP enhances collaboration, supports informed decision-making and fosters a culture of shared knowledge. This dues adjustment is a strategic step to ensure AGRiP resources remain available to support pools of all sizes and needs in meaningful and innovative ways. Member renewal forms will be emailed in November, with invoicing to follow in January. Contact Executive Director ...
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Showcase Excellence in the Pooling Community – Make an Awards Nomination Today!

Nominations are open for the Awards for Excellence , to recognize the remarkable individuals and pools driving our industry forward. These awards honor the talented people and innovative pool programs that make a difference for all of us. Explore the categories below and submit your nomination by 5 p.m. ET on November 22. Performance Award : This award goes to an AGRiP member pool that has designed and implemented an innovative program with measurable positive outcomes. Leadership Award : This category celebrates an individual who demonstrates extraordinary problem-solving skills or mentorship. We welcome nominations for leaders at ...
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Save the Date for Governance Conference 2025 — Mar. 16-19 in Las Vegas

Mark your calendar for Governance Conference 2025 , happening March 16-19 in vibrant Las Vegas, NV! This event is the perfect opportunity for governing body members and their teams to learn, network and problem-solve in a pool-focused setting. Registration Dates: Pool member registration opens in late November QEI Patron registration opens mid December What to Expect: Join us for more than 30 sessions that explore essential governance concepts and current pooling issues, including artificial intelligence. Those newer to public entity pooling are encouraged to participate in the preconference Pooling Basics workshop, ...
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Explore AI with Discounted Training and Resources for Your Whole Team

Exclusive Access to AI Learning at Discounted Rates Member pools can purchase AI courses and content covering topics like prompt engineering, marketing, member communications, data and more, with a 15 percent discount for individual access and significantly reduced pricing for teams. The AI Learning Hub from Sidecar is ideal for pooling staff looking to enhance their knowledge of how AI can support member-focused work. It includes asynchronous courses, videos and articles your team can take independently or as a cohort. There’s also an integrated online community where you can access additional recordings, ask questions and learn from others. ...
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