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Qualified immunity protects local government from paying money damages when police officers take actions that are alleged to be unconstitutional, but the law isn't "clearly established."
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Local governments have implemented vaccine mandates, along with states and private employers.
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"Smart Cities" require smart leaders who should tailor their efforts to community needs.
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The role of the assistant or deputy manager is a vital part of any local government’s success in achieving community goals and initiatives. ICMA has developed a key resource to help individuals flourish in this position.
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Engaging citizens to solve community problems
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As local governments seek stable or improved credit ratings, they should pay attention to the environmental, social, and governance factors rating agencies track.
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Starting point for local government leaders to better understand the complex and fluid situation of mandatory vaccines.
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Volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) is the new normal, and we all need to adapt to that reality.
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Project and Expenditure Reports for NEUS now due April 30, 2022; metropolitan cities and counties have until January 31, 2022