This article summarizes the various in-service training program strategies employed by Westminster, Colorado City Manager William M. Christopher, recipient of ICMA's 1998 In-Service Training Award in Memory of Clarence E. Ridley. ICMA's In-Service Training Award is presented to the administrator or administrators who have developed and implemented highly effective in-service training programs for local government employees. The article discusses the offshoots of Mr. Christopher's management philosophy, which embrace an atmosphere of sincere, people-oriented management; a quality work environment; opportunties for career development and advancement; and job enrichment.