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ICMA Coaching Program: Thrive in Local Government
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ICMA Code of Ethics
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2018 ICMA Annual Conference
Join us in Baltimore for the 104th ICMA Annual Conference, September 23-26, 2018.
ICMA University: Thrive in Your Career
ICMA University's mission is to advance the profession of local government management through learning and skills enhancement.
Voluntary Credentialing Program
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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.
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Blog Posts
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72 Years and Counting: Henrico County, Virginia, Celebrates Public Works Employee
POSTED: May 23, 2018In honor of National Public Works Week, the story of one of the longest-serving public works employees in the country.
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Addressing Conflicts over Community Heritage
POSTED: May 21, 2018“When Community Heritage Causes Pain, Alienation, and Violence,” Part 2.
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An Inconvenient Statue in an Inappropriate Place
POSTED: May 21, 2018“When Community Heritage Causes Pain, Alienation, and Violence," Part 1
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3 Ways Local Governments Are Becoming More Bike Friendly
POSTED: May 18, 2018In honor of National Bike to Work Day, ICMA highlights ways to make communities more bike friendly.
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5 Police Resources from ICMA
POSTED: May 17, 2018In honor of National Police Week, ICMA has collected some of its best resources on the topic of law enforcement.
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SLLC Files Supreme Court Amicus Brief in Age Discrimination Case
POSTED: May 15, 2018Local governments often create special districts. SCOTUS will decide whether small special districts and local governments should be subject to ADEA.
News
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In Remembrance
POSTED: May 23, 2018-
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Retirements
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Appointments
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Wanted: Student Photos that Capture Local Government at Its Best
POSTED: May 23, 2018Students and teachers: Help us spread the word about this year's Life, Well Run Student Photo Contest. Entries due July 30.
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Applications
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Conference Keynote Spotlight: Wes Moore
POSTED: May 23, 2018New York Times best-selling author, social entrepreneur, and motivational leader Wes Moore delivers the ICMA Annual Conference closing presentation.
Questions
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Community Visioning process - looking for a facilitator
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Use of City Social Media Resources by Council Members
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