"Take chances, make mistakes, and get messy," in a genuine effort to grow professionally and personally.

To showcase each step on ICMA’s path to building a diverse and inclusive profession, an interactive timeline of events has been built that will continue to be updated as #ICMAMovesTheNeedle.

Qualified immunity protects local government from paying money damages when police officers take actions that are alleged to be unconstitutional, but the law isn't "clearly established."

Local governments have implemented vaccine mandates, along with states and private employers.

"Smart Cities" require smart leaders who should tailor their efforts to community needs.

The role of the assistant or deputy manager is a vital part of any local government’s success in achieving community goals and initiatives. ICMA has developed a key resource to help individuals flourish in this position.

As local governments seek stable or improved credit ratings, they should pay attention to the environmental, social, and governance factors rating agencies track.

Starting point for local government leaders to better understand the complex and fluid situation of mandatory vaccines.

Volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) is the new normal, and we all need to adapt to that reality.