EOE webinar series: Social media 101

What elected officials need to know about social media. How does social media use intersect with public record law requirements, Washington public meeting laws, and the First Amendment?

• Get tips and insights on how to use social media wisely, legally, and effectively.
• Learn how the judicial system across the country has been interpreting permissible (and impermissible) behavior on social media.
• Examine how social media behavior can impact you and your city.
• Gain valuable tips on how to address social media concerns and avoid common pitfalls.

Recorded: September 18, 2024

Presenters:
Sarah M. Doar, Legal Consultant, MRSC

Powerpoint Presentation slides

Additional resources:

• AWC: Guidelines for elected and appointed officials using social media
• MRSC: Social media policy samples
• MRSC: U.S. Supreme Court changes law on government First Amendment liability for social media activities
• MRSC: Supporting/Opposing ballot measures and candidates
• MRSC: New technology, same old open government challenges
• MRSC: What constitutes a serial meeting under the OPMA?
• MRSC: Emojis in public agency communication: Miscommunications and records ramifications
• SOS: Electronic records management: Blogs, wikis, Facebook, Twitter & managing public records

City elected officials earn 1 credit toward your Certificate of Municipal Leadership and meet the roles, responsibilities, and legal requirements competency area. Elected officials click here to let us know you’ve completed watching.