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A Legacy for Local Government Leadership in the Making
Desiree Casanova, assistant to the county administrator, Sarasota County Florida
Apr 24, 2026

ICMA Local Government Management Fellowship didn’t just shape theses local government careers, it accelerated them.

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The Multigenerational Roots of American Democracy
Josh Starr, USF MPA student & USF ICMA member
Apr 21, 2026

By embracing multigenerational collaboration, public institutions can strengthen their ability to serve, adapt, and lead with integrity.

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A Journey Through Japan: Rethinking Leadership, Equity, and Local Government Management
Jazmine Pablo, management analyst, Washington State Insurance Commissioner's Office
Apr 21, 2026

A fellowship journey through Japan uncovering lessons in equity, accessibility, and leadership—and how local governments can better foster thriving communities.

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Sister (City), Sister (City): A Reflection on My Tranter-Leong Fellowship to Arusha, Tanzania
Salma Rashid, management analyst, Granville County, North Carolina, USA
Apr 02, 2026

Follow ICMA Tranter-Leong Fellowship recipient's exchange to Arusha, Tanzania, to learn how other local governments manage their strategic planning and budget development processes

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Valmarie Turner Mentorship
Lessons and Leadership in Local Government: Mentorship, Coaching, or Both?
Valmarie H. Turner, ICMA-CM, city manager, Roanoke, Virginia, and SheLeadsGov Committee member
Mar 30, 2026

Discover how the right mix of mentorship and coaching can unlock potential, spark confidence, and help local government professionals grow through life.

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Emergency Departments Are Telling Us Something. Are We Listening?
Joe Supervielle
Mar 25, 2026

When governments invest in stronger alignment across healthcare providers, public agencies, and community-based organizations, the benefits compound.

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The Workforce Realities Reshaping Local Government in 2026
Kylene Zenk, senior principal, Human Insights, UKG
Mar 12, 2026

City and county leaders cannot afford to wait for certainty.

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Meetings Are Your Operating System: Is it Time for an Upgrade?
Una McAlinden, certified facilitator and founder, Creative Strategy Solutions
Mar 05, 2026

Are you spending more time in meetings than actually doing the work that moves your local governments forward?

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AI-Volution: How One Council Is Taking a Bold, People-Centered Leap into Generative AI
Jeanette Gass, senior program manager, strategic relationships, member support and advancement, ICMA
Mar 03, 2026

Hutt City Council in New Zealand explores AI use for staff to improve public services and prepare for the future of work.

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