Congratulations to these ICMA members, who have recently retired from the profession.
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ICMA Executive Board issued a public censure during its September 16, 2022, meeting.
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For the first time in its 108-year history, ICMA has reduced the cost of dues for its core membership of managers and assistants.
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Years in the making, the reimagined dues structure offers greater affordability, which will contribute to member satisfaction and membership growth.
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ICMA members are the lifeblood of the association. Each one is unique and appreciates different aspects of their membership.
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Perspectives from ICMA’s affiliates in the United Kingdom, Belgium, Kenya, Netherlands, Denmark, Canada, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and ICMA China Center and ICMA México-Latinoamérica
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Positioning state and local governments to be employers of choice now and into the future
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Keeping local government staff and the organizations they represent above board when it comes to commerce and their relationship with vendors
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If we want to keep women in our profession and we want women to keep advancing, we have to acknowledge motherhood and help them through this major life event.