Key actions and discussion themes from the ICMA Executive Board’s July 31 and September 4, 2026, virtual meetings and October 16–17, 2026, meeting in Long Beach, California.

Without active followers, there are no great leaders. However, to promote better employee engagement and accountability, leaders must become better followers.

Congratulations to the following ICMA members on their recent local government appointments.

From property taxes and land use to form of government, voters weighed in on fundamental questions about how their communities are financed, developed, and governed.

Congratulations to local government professionals who are newly joined, transfers in status (membership upgrades), and reinstatements as full ICMA members.

It is with sadness that we report the loss of these ICMA members.

Congratulations to these ICMA members who have been honored for their contributions to the local government management profession.

Congratulations to these recently retired ICMA members who have been granted Life membership.

Five tips to make it a success.