At ICMA’s Local Government Reimagined Conference in Philadelphia, Alexandra O. Hudson challenged attendees of her keynote presentation to see civility in a new light.

A session at ICMA’s Local Government Reimagined Conference in Philadelphia explored how fiscal transparency and intentional public engagement strengthen trust in local government.

Local Government Reimagined: Public-sector practitioners share what local leaders should know about AI in 2026.

ICMA Local Government Reimagined Conference: The AI Edge keynote speaker, Rachel Stern, shares strategies to help managers become informed, confident AI buyers.

Meeting the Moment: Innovations in Economic Mobility and Opportunity

ICMA research staff will be available to answer questions about the open request for research proposals on local government form, structure, and ethics

ICMA remains committed to helping you navigate evolving technology as a local government practitioner.

Join ICMA and your local government peers in Philadelphia, PA, for networking, education sessions, and workshops celebrating 250 years of American democracy.

Call for Research Proposals on Advancing Professional Local Government in a Modern Context