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CDC - Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) How to Prepare
Manage Anxiety & Stress
Rise and Shine: Coronavirus Resources for Child Health and Parenting Advice
From the Children’s National Hospital site devoted to helping children everywhere lead happier, healthier lives.
Taking Care of Your Mental Health in the Face of Uncertainty
Protecting Your Mental Health During the Coronavirus Outbreak
How to Prepare for and Recover from Community Crisis Like a Pro
Handling any sort of crisis in your organization is hard, especially when it threatens to harm people or property, damages your reputation...
Trauma Takes Its Toll
Emergency responders are at heightened risk for post-traumatic stress disorders. Managers can help support their well-being.
Managing Your Stress During and After a Crisis
Knowing yourself and your limits is important in managing your stress during and after a disaster strikes.
Join ICMA's New Online Member Community -- ICMA Connect!
Join ICMA Connect - the official online community for members of ICMA to connect, engage and grow.
ICMA Code of Ethics
The principles outlined in the ICMA Code of Ethics and enforced by the Rules of Procedure govern the conduct of every member of ICMA.
Members in Transition
ICMA provides personal and financial support for members who have been fired, forced to resign or otherwise involuntarily separated.
Encore Manager / Senior Manager Resources
An initial list of resources for managers considering their next life phase.
Voluntary Credentialing Program
ICMA's Voluntary Credentialing Program recognizes professional local government managers and promotes lifelong learning.
NextUp
What role will you play in shaping the future of the local government profession?ICMA's NextUp initiative is a multifaceted approach to developing and growing the local government management profession, those who aspire to serve in leadership roles, and the organizations and communities they serve. NextUp promotes membership in ICMA, which provides access to important resources and a professional network that can help local government staff achieve their leadership goals.THE NextUp Initiative is for...Local government managers who know the ability to successfully lead their communities includes a strong organization supported by skilled and ethical staff membersLocal government staff who desire to develop their professional skills, excel within their organization and advance to local government leadership rolesYou Are NextUp. Get Started Below.ManagersStaff
Other Local Government Staff
ICMA offers affordable membership for entry-level, mid-management and department directors.
Professors and Students
ICMA offers an academic membership for students, full-time academics, and interns.
Membership Outside the United States
ICMA's services and resources provide a global context for over 400 members outside the United States representing over 30 countries.
Spotlight on Members
ICMA is proud to have a membership base of over 10,000+ local government management professionals.
Who's Who
Reach out to a new member in your area, get up-to-date contact information or find members by jurisdiction.
Groups
Groups provide local government professionals the opportunity to connect with colleagues, discuss a shared interest, or collaborate on a project.
Emergency and Disaster Resources
Resources for short and long term emergency management can be located within this ICMA Smart Search.
6 Stories of Recovery and Resilience
From Life, Well Run comes six stories of managers bringing their communities through disasters to a more sustainable future.
Texas Managers: Stories of Harvey Recovery in Process
ICMA Mountain Plains Regional Director Karen Daly has collected accounts from several managers, most of whom are still grappling with the long-term recovery process.
Equity & Inclusion Topic Area
ICMA strives to ensure that our members and the overall profession reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
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Blog Posts
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Sheltering the Homeless During the COVID-19 Pandemic
POSTED: April 01, 2020Key considerations in identifying potential emergency shelters for the homeless plus examples of what other communities are doing to provide shelters.
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Local Government Disaster Response and Recovery: 311-CRM Systems Innovate in a Time of Crisis
POSTED: March 30, 2020Use the following examples and tips to help your 311 call center staff be prepared to navigate COVID-19.
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Update 3: Perspectives from Local Government Leaders Across the Globe on COVID-19
POSTED: March 27, 2020Managers from across the globe share their perspectives on dealing with coronavirus.
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Looking Beyond the Current Coronavirus Crisis
POSTED: March 26, 2020Local government leaders around the world are beginning to plan for re-opening our communities and our colleague Richard Florida has some ideas.
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Why Local Leaders Need to Make a Personal Resilience Plan During a Crisis
POSTED: March 25, 2020No two crises are the same and no two communities are the same, but lessons from the past can help inform a novel situation.
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How to Encourage Community Building During the COVID-19 Crisis
POSTED: March 25, 2020Several ways that healthy residents can help their community while continuing to practice safe habits.
News
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April 2020 VLGMA eNews
POSTED: April 01, 2020April 2020 VLGMA eNews
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Social Media in Local Government: Leave or Experiment
POSTED: April 01, 2020A Philosophical Look at How Best to Navigate the Online World [PM Magazine, April 2020]
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Community Engagement and Recruiting
POSTED: April 01, 2020The Missing Piece for Attracting Candidates. [PM Magazine, April 2020]
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Developing Local Commercial Cannabis Regulations
POSTED: March 31, 2020Key Considerations for Local Governments [PM Magazine, April 2020]
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A Closer Look at Cannabis in Juneau, Alaska
POSTED: March 31, 2020An Emerging Market in a State with a Long Cannabis History [PM Magazine, April 2020]
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ICMA LOCAL GOVERNMENT EXCELLENCE AWARD SPOTLIGHT: The CivTechSA Program
POSTED: March 31, 2020Building a Community of Problem Solvers in San Antonio, Texas [PM Magazine, April 2020]
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