Assistants Exchange
Don’t miss this pre-conference event, where you'll learn how other communities deliver services, engage residents, and plan for the future.
2019 Annual Conference
The ICMA Annual Conference is the largest annual event in the world for local government managers and staff.
FREE WEBINAR: Grappling with Gnarly Issues-How Local Government Can Help
ICMA Coaching Program Webinar Series
The Road to Leadership: Don’t Just Survive – Thrive!
One day workshop for women and people who support women in local government. Presented by ICMA and the League of Women in Government. Everyone is welcome!
Equity & Inclusion Topic Area
ICMA strives to ensure that our members and the overall profession reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
ICMA Coaching Program: Thrive in Local Government
Coaching helps everyone benefit from sharing best practices and gaining perspectives from others with a fresh perspective.
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The Latest ICMA Podcasts & Videos
Providing personal stories and insight from local government professionals and their communities.
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.
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Blog Posts
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A Process for Building Public Trust
POSTED: October 10, 2019Five key steps that are emerging as the core elements of a process focused on building public trust.
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Friday Roundup: The Best Ideas in Local Government - Week of October 11, 2019
POSTED: October 10, 2019This week, the ICMA Blog highlights the most innovative public safety ideas in local government. See what you may have missed!
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Sharing Economy: The Upside of Disrupting Local Governance
POSTED: October 07, 2019Five things local governments need to know about the sharing economy.
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Friday Roundup: The Best Ideas in Local Government - Week of October 4, 2019
POSTED: October 04, 2019Check out the best ideas in local government this week that you might have missed!
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Top Challenges Municipalities Are Facing with Changing Energy, Economic, and Environmental Conditions
POSTED: September 30, 2019To gain a better understanding of the energy challenges, ICMA conducted a survey in 2019 with Indiana University's O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs.
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Friday Roundup: The Best Ideas in Local Government - Week of September 27, 2019
POSTED: September 27, 2019Check out the best ideas in local government this week that you might have missed!
News
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Interview with 2019 Keynote Speaker Jake Wood, Co-founder & CEO of Team Rubicon
POSTED: October 18, 2019We’re looking forward to hearing from Jake Wood, our first keynote speaker of the 2019 Annual Conference.
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Interview with 2019 Keynote Speaker Leonard Brody, Business and Technology Visionary
POSTED: October 18, 2019We're looking forward to hearing from Leonard Brody, our Monday morning keynote speaker at the 2019 Annual Conference.
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More than 300 Communities Receive SolSmart Designation
POSTED: October 14, 2019These local governments have met national benchmarks for encouraging the growth of solar energy and removing barriers to solar market development.
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Leading Local Government Association and Racial Justice Organization Partner to Advance Equity in Communities Across the United States
POSTED: October 10, 2019The agreement between the ICMA and the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (Race Forward) will accelerate local government efforts to achieve racial equity.
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Over 300 Communities in 40 States Now “Open for Solar Business”
POSTED: October 10, 2019National SolSmart program achieves goal to place 300 local governments on path to solar energy growth.
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All-America City Award Nominations
POSTED: October 07, 2019This year's theme is enhancing health and well-being through civic engagement.
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