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A thoughtful and proactive approach to establish and maintain effective relationships with elected officials will significantly increase the likelihood of success.
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SCOTUS rules employers may be sued for sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination.
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The first step in a process to build capacity for our members and others on the frontlines of local government.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ICMA Executive Board held its June 6-7, 2020, board meeting virtually for the first time in the association’s history.
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Expressions of interest and letters of support from eligible former board members are due by Friday, July 24, 2020.
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At its June meeting, the ICMA Executive Board approved a statement on systemic racism and some initial action steps.
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Reopening our economy presents specific problems for older Americans and requires support from all levels of government, industry, and nonprofit organizations.
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Newly elected vice presidents will take office during ICMA's Annual Conference and revisions to Tenets 5 and 6 of ICMA’s Code of Ethics.
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Members voted to approve changes to Tenets 5 and 6 and the ICMA Executive Board approved guideline revisions.