Travel Expenses Report
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Saturday, October 01, 2022 Monday, October 31, 2022
Report Generated: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 9:28:19 AM
Department: City Clerk
Approving Director Green, Eric
How did the travel apply to the job?
Annual LAGERS Training.
How did training add value to the city?
The training provided additional information regarding LAGERS' benefits and leveraging LAGERS as an organization.
General comments:
Department: City Clerk
Employee Behrens, Rebecca
Approving Director Green, Eric
Destination
Nashville, TN, United States
Purpose
Mid-year KC Centurions benchmarking trip, which allows participants to compare, learn and reflect on best practices in a similar metro, and grow skills learned through the program.
How did the travel apply to the job?
This is an exchange trip that is part of the KC Centurions Program. It applies to the job by allowing me to participate in valuable panels that focus on leadership and honing in on those skills to be a better asset to the City.
How did training add value to the city?
I gained information about leadership, local government, how a city the size of Nashville addresses Tourism, and the strides the city is taking to tackle its unsheltered population. These are relevant to our City as we have similar challenges and are looking for ways to improve.
General comments:
Department: Finance & Administration
Employee Gray, Cynthia
Approving Director Green, Eric
Destination
Branson, MO, United States
Purpose
Midwest Public Risk (MPR) Fall Conference - Training sessions, networking and to build knowledge and skills.
How did the travel apply to the job?
Provided training on Risk Management process and new information that may affect our city
How did training add value to the city?
Updates staff with situations that arise, changes in processes
General comments:
MPR provides valuable resources and training opportunities that benefit all areas of government. Learning about what is available and making use of those resources helps the organization keep claims/cost low and therefore lower premiums.
Report ID: 616
LARS Request ID: 1561
Department: Finance & Administration
Employee Harris, Stephanie
Approving Director Gray, Cynthia
Destination
Depature Date
San Antonio, TX, United States
Date October 2, 2022 October 7, 2022
Purpose
Taxi from airport to hotel $2,475.00 $465.46 $307.20 $1,403.95 $71.60 $4,723.21 Total
The FERC training allowed me to become familiar with FERC account coding and reporting requirements.
How did training add value to the city?
This training allowed me to be able to communicate with IPL and be familiar with the FERC codes used for coding revenue and expenses, as well as reporting.
General comments:
As always, conferences are a great way to network with others in the same field. I always learn a great deal from discussion among attendees and hearing how others are addressing their concerns.
Report ID: 585
Department: Finance & Administration
Employee Hunter, Melissa
Approving Director Gallman, Lindsey
Destination
Branson, MO, United States
Purpose
Midwest Public Risk (MPR) Fall Conference - Training sessions, networking and to build knowledge and skills. Lodging and Meals will be provided by MPR. Transporting to Conference with Director of Finance. No transportation cost.
How did the travel apply to the job?
Risk Management Conference
How did training add value to the city?
Met several Risk Management contacts while gaining knowledge of Risk Management practices and key points.
General comments: n/a
Report ID: 611
LARS Request ID: 1564
Department: Fire
Approving Director Short, Douglas
Sammons, Cole wichita, KS, United States
How did the travel apply to the job?
Allows IFD personnel to train in large scale events with numerous seminars/workshops as well as hands on training.
How did training add value to the city?
Allows IFD personnel to train in large scale events with numerous seminars/workshops as well as hands on training.
General comments:
Department: Fire
Employee Webb, Jack
Approving Director Short, Douglas
Destination
st. Charles, MO, United States
Purpose
To attended a leadership training seminar.
How did the travel apply to the job?
It was required to attended training that pertained to my job
How did training add value to the city?
It provided training that focused on taking combat leadership principles learned on the battlefield and applying them to the events we face every day from interpersonal conflicts or dangerous and high stress situations.
General comments:
It was impactful and I recommend for any level of leadership. Field workers and office workers alike.
Report ID: 584
LARS Request ID: 1584
Approving Director Short, Douglas
Department: Fire Employee Wuestling, Gregory wichita, KS, United States
How did the travel apply to the job?
Allows IFD personnel to train in large scale events with numerous seminars/workshops as well as hands on training.
How did training add value to the city?
Allows IFD personnel to train in large scale events with numerous seminars/workshops as well as hands on training.
General comments:
Department: Municipal Services
Employee Henny, Justin
Approving Director Reynolds, Lisa
New Orleans, LA, United States
Wef
How did the travel apply to the job?
This was a conference where wastewater professionals from all across the country gathered to view the latest equipment and technology that is being produced for the industry. Anything and everything pertaining to wastewater was on display.
How did training add value to the city?
We were able to meet with the companies that manufacture the equipment that we currently use, and visit with all of the companies that we may use in the future. Their equipment was on display where we could see it in operation and ask questions about it.
General comments:
This was a very informative trip. Not only being able to see the equipment firsthand but visiting with the professionals who sell it was a huge benefit in pointing out the pros and cons of each manufacturer and their equipment.
Report ID: 594
LARS Request ID: 1544
Department: Municipal Services
Employee Henny, Bryan
Approving Director Reynolds, Lisa
New Orleans, LA, United States
Wef
How did the travel apply to the job?
This was a conference where wastewater professionals from all across the country gathered to view the latest equipment, and technology that is being produced for the industry. Anything and everything pertaining to wastewater was on display.
How did training add value to the city?
We were able to meet with the companies that manufacture the equipment that we currently use, and visit with all of the companies that we may use in the future. Their equipment was on display where we could see it in operation and ask questions about it.
General comments:
This was a very informative trip. Not only being able to see the equipment firsthand, but visiting with the professionals who sell it was a huge benefit in pointing out the pros and cons of each manufacturer and their equipment.
Report ID: 595
LARS Request ID: 1545
Department: Municipal Services
Employee Jones, Charles Lansing, MI, United States Destination
Approving Director Reynolds, Lisa
Purpose
Spartan Fire Truck Training Conference
How did the travel apply to the job?
It expanded my knowledge on fire apparatus repair and maintenance.
How did training add value to the city?
It allows me to learn the skills to be able to better serve the fire department with apparatus repairs.
General comments:
Thank you for the opportunity to continue learning.
Department: Police
Employee Dowdy, Taryn
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Myrtle Beach, SC, United States
Purpose
Death and Homicide Investigation
How did the travel apply to the job?
How to utilize and properly document and investigate violent crimes.
How did training add value to the city?
To increase my knowledge and learn the skills necessary to adequately identify and interpret a homicide, suicide, or questionable death investigation crime scene
General comments:
Per diem paid for with city issued check. Registration fee and air fare paid for with city issued p-card. Shared a room with Kelly Pope.
Report ID: 620
LARS Request ID: 1556
Department: Police
Employee Gentile, Katherine
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Saint Louis, MO, United States
Purpose
Interview and Interrogation
How did the travel apply to the job?
This course taught specialized skills that enable detection of deception through non-verbal and verbal communication with both theory and practical application.
How did training add value to the city?
Gained valuable skills regarding interviewing and interrogation which is a vital part of detective work.
General comments:
Per diem paid for with city issued check. No registration fee or hotel expense.
Report ID: 617
LARS Request ID: 1560
Department: Police
Employee Leap, Geoffrey
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Depature Date
Return Date
Saint Charles, MO, United States
October 2, 2022 October 7, 2022
Registration Fee
Transportation
Meals
Lodging
Expenses
Other: Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 4513-5316-UNL
Total
Purpose
MPCA 2022 Fall Workshop
How did the travel apply to the job?
Need to attend for yearly certification.
How did training add value to the city?
$200.00 $0.00 $243.20 $500.00 $151.43 $1,094.63
Excellent training with outside trainers in tracking, narcotics detection, building searches, aggression and article searches.
General comments:
Registration fee and per diem paid for with city issued check. Hotel and fuel paid for with city issued p-card.
Breakfast per diem needs to be collected back for $64. Hotel provided a hot breakfast.
Report ID: 610Department: Police
Employee Onka, Matthew
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Depature Date
Return Date
Saint Charles, MO, United States
October 2, 2022 October 7, 2022
Registration Fee
Transportation Meals Lodging
Expenses
Other: Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 45135316-UNL
Total
Purpose
MPCA 2022 Fall Workshop
How did the travel apply to the job?
Need to attend for yearly certification.
How did training add value to the city?
$200.00 $0.00 $243.20 $500.00 $201.36 $1,144.56
Excellent training with outside trainers in tracking, narcotics detection, building searches, aggression and article searches.
General comments:
Registration fee and per diem paid for with city issued check. Hotel and fuel paid for with city issued p-card.
Breakfast per diem needs to be collected back for $64. Hotel provided a hot breakfast.
Report ID: 607Department: Police
Employee Petersen, Jason Springfield, MO, United States
Fee
Destination
Purpose
Executive Leadership Institute
How did the travel apply to the job?
Trends in law enforcement, public trust, legitimacy, transformational leadership, social and emotional intelligence.
How did training add value to the city?
Professional development. This course will provide insight to higher levels of leadership and governance.
General comments:
Per diem paid for with city issued check. Registration fee and gas paid for with city issued p-card. No hotel.
Approving Director Dustman, Adam Report ID: 622
Department: Police
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Employee Pope, Kelly Myrtle Beach, SC, United States
Purpose
Death and Homicide Investigation
How did the travel apply to the job?
How to utilize and properly document and investigate violent crimes.
How did training add value to the city?
To increase my knowledge and learn the skills necessary to adequately identify and interpret a homicide, suicide, or questionable death investigation crime scene
General comments:
Per diem paid for with city issued check. Registration fee, air fare, hotel, rental car, gas and airport parking paid for with city issued p-card.
Report ID: 621
LARS Request ID: 1555
Department: Police
Employee Rapp, Dustin
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Depature Date
Return Date
Nashville, TN, United States
October 16, 2022 October 22, 2022
Registration Fee Transportation Meals
Lodging
Expenses
Other: Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 4513-5316-UNL, Fuel 45135316-UNL
Total
Purpose
Tactical Narcotics Techniques
How did the travel apply to the job?
$475.00 $0.00 $379.20 $1,297.55 $196.64 $2,348.39
Officers will be taught tactical vehicle assaults, tactical vehicle blocking, vehicle window breaching techniques, and tactical planning for vehicle operations for use to apprehend violent offenders across narcotics, gang and prostitution investigations.
How did training add value to the city?
Completion of this training and tactics learned could potentially keep Officers and the Public safer with the performance of our duties.
General comments:
Registration fee and per diem paid for with city issued check. Hotel and gas paid for with city issued p-card. Came back early and should not have received a lunch money for 10/22/22. Please collect $23.70 via payroll.
Report ID: 619
LARS Request ID: 1557
Department: Police
Employee Schnetzer, Jason
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Saint Charles, MO, United States
Purpose
MPCA 2022 Fall Workshop
How did the travel apply to the job?
Need to attend for yearly certification.
How did training add value to the city?
Excellent training with outside trainers in tracking, narcotics detection, building searches, aggression and article searches.
General comments:
Registration fee and per diem paid for with city issued check. Hotel and fuel paid for with city issued p-card.
Breakfast per diem needs to be collected back for $64. Hotel provided a hot breakfast.
Report ID: 608
LARS Request ID: 1541
Department: Police
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Destination
Employee Simpson, Eric Saint Charles, MO, United States
Purpose
MPCA 2022 Fall Workshop
How did the travel apply to the job?
Need to attend for yearly certification.
How did training add value to the city?
Excellent training with outside trainers in tracking, narcotics detection, building searches, aggression and article searches.
General comments:
Registration fee and per diem paid for with city issued check. Hotel and fuel paid for with city issued p-card.
Breakfast per diem needs to be collected back for $64. Hotel provided a hot breakfast.
Report ID: 609
LARS Request ID: 1542
Department: Police
Employee Smith, Jason
Approving Director Dustman, Adam
Nashville, TN, United States Destination
Purpose
Tactical Narcotics Techniques
How did the travel apply to the job?
Officers will be taught tactical vehicle assaults, tactical vehicle blocking, vehicle window breaching techniques, and tactical planning for vehicle operations for use to apprehend violent offenders across narcotics, gang and prostitution investigations.
How did training add value to the city?
Completion of this training and tactics learned could potentially keep Officers and the Public safer with the performance of our duties.
General comments:
Registration fee and per diem paid for with city issued check. Shared a room with Dustin Rapp.
Came back early and should not have received a lunch money for 10/22/22. Please collect $23.70 via payroll.
Department: Power & Light
Employee Hegendeffer, Joseph
Approving Director Nail, James
Destination
Springfield, MO, United States
Purpose
MPUA Annual Conference and Board of Directors Meetings
How did the travel apply to the job?
MPUA Annual Conference allows the opportunity to talk with industry professionals along with regional transmission operations about a wide variety of topics. I also serve on the executive committee for the Missouri Electric Commission.
How did training add value to the city?
MPUA Annual Conference allows the opportunity to talk with industry professionals along with regional transmission operations about a wide variety of topics. I also serve on the executive committee for the Missouri Electric Commission.
General comments:
Was able to speak with representatives from SPP and MISO about generation needs and listen to utilities speak about crypto mining rigs and legislation coming from our nations leadership.
Report ID: 564
LARS Request ID: 1521
Department: Power & Light
Approving Director Nail, James
Destination
Employee Powell, Matthew Denver, CO, United States
Purpose
System operator Conference; NERC training
How did the travel apply to the job?
SOC NERC Training
How did training add value to the city?
Understanding of emergency situations and the functions of SPP during energy emergency events.
General comments:
None.
Department: Power & Light
Employee Powell, Matthew
Approving Director Nail, James
Destination Purpose
Little Rock, AR, United States
Intergrated Marketplace training
How did the travel apply to the job?
Conference held in Little Rock, AR
How did training add value to the city?
Gain better understanding of the SPP marketplace and new products/policies that will take effect which could positive or negatively impact IPL
General comments:
Stayed two nights instead of three nights. Checked out on 10/5.
Department: Water
Employee Clark, Denise Las Vegas, NV, United States Destination
Approving Director McLaughlin, Matthew
Purpose
Harris Customer Training Conference
How did the travel apply to the job?
Harris Customer Training Conference
How did training add value to the city?
utility billing software training
General comments:
Department: Water
Employee Jaykus, Jacklyn Springfield, MO, United States
Approving Director Montgomery, Daniel
Purpose
LAGERS annual meeting
How did the travel apply to the job?
This was the annual meeting for employee pension plan. It is important for members to have up to date information regarding pension plans.
How did training add value to the city?
The pension plan and real time knowledge of it is a heavily weighted benefit of employee retention.
General comments:
This trip was necessary and thorough. I good way to stay educated for the benefit of employee members that value a pension highly.
Report ID: 581
LARS Request ID: 1538