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Remember these three basic principles as you evaluate appropriate cutback budgeting measures for your local government.
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ICMA Executive Director Marc Ott shares his perspective on racial crises amid the COVID-19 pandemic recovery.
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Local governments find innovative ways to reopen restaurants for socially distanced dining.
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Three engagement-related approaches that can help you during normal times or times of crisis.
Whether your local government is facing budget shortfalls this year or your local economy is taking a hit, every organization is feeling the effects of the pandemic.
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Don’t just “cut the budget;” rethink and redesign city services.
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Virtual public meetings have increased public participation and access.
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Resilience is what helps us maintain progress and productivity in the face of challenges.
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Two cities in the state of Oregon—Ashland and Beaverton—recently voted to adopt the council-manager form of government.