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Providing personal stories and insight from local government professionals and their communities.
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An ICMA Blog featuring content from a #localgov manager on a management topic/question submitted by blog readers. Get practical advice on issues that are most relevant to you.
ICMA Coaching Program: Thrive in Local Government
Coaching helps everyone benefit from sharing best practices and gaining perspectives from others with a fresh perspective.
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.
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
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.
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Blog Posts
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Four ICMA Resources for Maximizing Your Downtown
POSTED: July 17, 2018These ICMA resources look at ways to identify what makes a good downtown, as well as ways to make a downtown resilient.
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Local Police Departments Recent Lip Sync Battles Exemplify Community Engagement
POSTED: July 16, 2018Police departments across the US are closing the gap on community relations by joining in on a social media lip sync battle. Is yours next?
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Three Innovative Youth Employment Programs
POSTED: July 13, 2018Communities across the country are creating innovative youth employment programs to help tackle issues like income inequality.
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10 Must Reads on Community Engagement in Local Government
POSTED: July 12, 2018These "must reads" bring you the most current and important community engagement ideas, insights, and leading practices.
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First-Time Administrators: Six Tips for Researching a New Community
POSTED: July 11, 2018When searching for a CAO position, it is important to research the new community before your first interview. This is especially true for first-time administrators.
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The Future of Communities Is Agile
POSTED: July 04, 2018The future of local government will be increasingly complex, and communities will need to find new ways to adapt to an ever-changing world.
News
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Executive Director Update
POSTED: July 12, 2018ICMA Executive Director Marc Ott shares updates on the 2018 conference in Baltimore, the results of the 2018 membership survey, and other organizational initiatives.
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Retirements
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Appointments
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Applications
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ICMA Hires Xavier Hughes as First Chief Technology and Innovation Officer
POSTED: July 11, 2018Association looks to expand capabilities, bring a forward-oriented approach to smart cities and e-government, and enhance member services and operations.
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What's New with the ICMA Code of Ethics
POSTED: July 10, 2018New Tenet 4 with guidelines on inclusion and equity, and a revision to Tenet 3's guideline on two-year minimum length of service now applicable only to appointed CAOs and CEOs.
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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