As we quickly approach 2013, we find ourselves immersed in worrying about the fiscal cliff, making difficult budget decisions, and for some dealing with the weather and getting that final holiday shopping completed.  However, where would we be if we focused on the trends that will change our cities forever?

That is the role of the various "Centers" of ICMA's US Programs team.  We focus on bringing managers the best in terms of leading practice research, validation, education and technical assistance to make your job as a public sector manager easier.  2013 promises to be a great year for those of us willing to dream, innovate and find that latest practice that will help us to truly move our organizations forward.  

Take a look at the following article from Business Insider and think what you can undertake in 2013!!  And, several of these topic areas are currently, or will soon be available through the US Programs Centers as well as our research partners--the Alliance for Innovation and Arizona State University-- so you don't have to go it alone!!!

http://www.businessinsider.com/cities-focusing-on-big-data-and-mobility-2012-12?goback=.gde_112189_member_195441128&page=1