Stick With Performance Management

Don't stop setting local government performance goals just because a few organizations were caught "gaming the system." By setting achievable goals, promoting transparency and collaboration, and avoiding the "blame game," you can maintain a sound performance management system that informs decision making.

icma.org/no-games

How Ashland, Oregon, Helps Survivors of Assault

Ashland's police department program gives sexual assault survivors options on how to report facts and details on what happened to them.

icma.org/you_have_options

High Cost of Opioid Abuse

An ICMA webinar maintains its value by providing spot-on strategies communities are implementing to respond to the opioid crisis.

icma.org/opioids_9_ideas

 

Public Libraries Are Award Winners

During 2016, the Urban Libraries Council recognized 20 public libraries as top innovators for programs, services, and operating practices that made a significant impact on their communities.

icma.org/2016innovativelibraries