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Focus on Manager Compensation Issues Continues

26 August 2010

ICMA, Cal-ICMA, and the California League continue to address the issues sparked by the Bell, California, salary controversy.

New Features Launched in Knowledge Network

24 August 2010

With more than 4,000 new profiles created in the Local Government Knowledge Network since its May launch, ICMA and its partner the Alliance for Innovation ...

New Funding: RAMP UP in Afghanistan

20 August 2010

Through a newly funded partnership, ICMA will continue and expand its successful approaches to strengthening municipal government capacity in Afghanistan.

Members Recommended to Receive Credential in October

10 August 2010

Congratulations to these members, who have been recommended by the Credentialing Advisory Board to receive ICMA Credentialed Manager or Candidate status.

Is Gambling a Good Economic Development Bet?

9 August 2010

Some communities with desperate economic problems may see the legalization of gaming as a risk worth its potential costs because the cost of doing nothing is already high. Other communities may decide it is more important to avoid the cost associated with social pathologies linked to gambling than to take this path to economic development.

Five Keys to Positioning for Economic Success

9 August 2010

The current fiscal crisis has many communities focused on maintaining current programs with shrinking budgets. But recovering from the economy also requires strategic planning to position your community for economic growth in the future.

Iraqi Officials Visit ICMA

6 August 2010

According to the Iraqi officials who recently visited ICMA’s Washington, D.C., headquarters, the greatest challenge they face is earning and maintaining the trust of their citizens.

ICMA/Cal-ICMA Members Address Bell, California, Salary Controversy

30 July 2010

During the past two weeks, members of ICMA, Cal-ICMA, and the City Managers Department of the League of California Cities have responded to the controversy ...

New ICMA Publication on Rural Smart Growth

26 July 2010

Download free report that examines challenges facing rural communities and focuses on smart growth strategies.

ICMA Statement on Bell, California, Salary Controversy

23 July 2010 | Last updated 30 July 2010

In the wake of recent media coverage of the salaries paid to a handful of senior executives in the city of Bell, California, ICMA, the ...

A Library Spurs Economic Development

22 July 2010

The Fayetteville Public Library became a test bed for new technology in an effort to support local economic development.

NLC Renews Call for Federal Action on Comprehensive Immigration Reform

21 July 2010

Recognizing that immigrants have strengthened and will continue to strengthen our country and our communities in innumerable ways--socially, culturally, and economically--at the conclusion of its ...

New Framework for Public Sector Performance Management Helps Local Governments Improve Results during Tough Times

9 July 2010

National Performance Management Advisory Commission report provides model for improved local government management.

Innovative, Creative Programs and Leaders Recognized by ICMA

1 July 2010 | Washington, D.C.

Eleven local governments and four individuals have been recognized for their outstanding contributions through ICMA’s 2010 Annual Awards Program. Award winners will be celebrated during the 96th ICMA Annual Conference, October 17-20, 2010, in San Jose, CA.

Register for the ICMA Annual Conference

28 June 2010

Online registration is open for the 2010 ICMA Annual Conference in San José, California. Click here to register today! ...

ICMA Announces New Programs in Uganda and Panama

24 June 2010

ICMA announced two new projects to assist the urban poor in Uganda and support youth crime and gang prevention initiatives in Panama.

Have You Joined the New Knowledge Network Yet?

16 June 2010

Explore, learn, and update your online profile.

3rd Annual ICMA Video Contest Underway!

9 June 2010

Tell a local-government-themed story through video, and possibly win a trip to the 2010 ICMA Annual Conference in San Jose!

Iraqi and Romanian Officials Share Experiences

1 June 2010

Local council members from Iraq and Romania found common ground talking about the challenges posed by decentralization in their countries during a "reverse study tour."

Visit the New icma.org and Join Our Knowledge Network!

26 May 2010

The new, improved version of icma.org and the much talked-about Knowledge Network launched this past weekend! So far, we've added 350 new registrants on the ...

Sharing Best Practices in Landfill Gas Recovery

20 May 2010

ICMA addresses global environmental challenges with a methane-to-markets workshop in China.

ICMA Team to Help Communities Adopt Solar

7 May 2010

ICMA will work with APA, NARC, and other groups to help local governments make the transition to solar energy.

No Time for A Networking Lunch? Go for A Coffee Instead

30 April 2010

So you want to meet someone and get some advice, but not intrude too much into their day, and keep things light, flexible, and cheap. Forget the networking lunch; go for coffee, tea, and career coaching at a corner cafe near you.

Building Better Communities by Aligning Interests

29 April 2010

In this April 21 Governing.com column, ICMA Executive Director Bob O'Neill and Strategic Inititatives Director Ron Carlee examine how local leaders can help ...

Guidance for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program Formula Grants

22 April 2010

New documents are available to provide an overview of grant guidance and management information, including allocations and the methodology for their determination, for the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program formula grants.

ICMA Programs Foster Enduring International Partnerships

31 March 2010

Professional partnerships facilitated by ICMA’s CityLinks program often endure for years.

ICMA Establishes HuffPost Blog

21 March 2010

Postings highlight benefits of professional local government management.

New Hampshire Local Governments Issue 2010 Census Challenge

16 March 2010

The two communities that trail behind in public participation will have to send their administrators to the community with the best percentage to scrub clean a fire truck.

ICMA President Advocates Council-Management Government in Detroit

10 March 2010

In an effort to promote professional management in the "Motor City," Darnell Earley addresses city charter commission.

Use Recovery Act Funds for Summer Food Service Programs