Open Meetings & Sunshine

A trusted voice on municipal law, Public Entity Partners’ Director of Member and Legal Services, Elisha Hodge, returned to TAMCAR this fall to share insights into the Open Meetings Act and Sunshine Laws.

Elisha’s session explored the principles and legal requirements of the Open Meetings Act and Sunshine Laws, emphasizing transparency and accountability in government. Participants learned how to properly notice, conduct and document public meetings while ensuring compliance with state laws and fostering public trust.

“I am always honored when asked to lead a session at TAMCAR," said Elisha. "The session was conversational, which I really enjoyed. The clerks and recorders looked to me for legal insight and to each other for how to best apply that insight, which was great. At the end of the session, there was an increased appreciation for the importance of adhering to the Tennessee Open Meetings Act (TOMA), and that is always the goal because it leads to more intentional mitigation of risks.”

For questions regarding these and other legal topics and issues affecting Tennessee’s local governments and their employees, please contact Elisha at EHodge@PEpartners.org.