ICMA’s role in promoting the council-manager form of government

Lessons learned from the state of Illinois

The local government management profession is on the front lines of protecting the values of democracy every day, and for over 100 years, ICMA’s members have answered this call.

What can the chief executive do to bring the outlier into the fold and help the governing body function well?

ICMA's flagship magazine was honored for its Women in Leadership column and the 2024 Ethics Issue.

A first-time city manager’s struggle with a governing body member’s bad behavior that isn’t covered by the code of conduct.

Sustainability is becoming a priority in local government, with ACAOs often serving as chief implementation officers, transforming climate policy aspirations into impactful change.

Empowering staff to develop innovative solutions to uplift the community, increase efficiency, and save taxpayer dollars.

Genuine stakeholder engagement fosters a shared responsibility for sustainable development, resulting in empowered communities and improved governance.