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A partnership between ICMA, the Kettering Foundation, and the National Civic League
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LETTER FROM THE CEO: ICMA Awards Reflect Outstanding Local Government Leadership This and Every Year
Award-winning “case studies” point to creative solutions.
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Harnessing the potential and mitigating the risks of this powerful new tool.
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Aligning vision, goals, and performance
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Applying logos in self-insurance and claims management
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In celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, members of the Local Government Hispanic Network share their perspectives.
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These awards recognize influential contributions to local government management and demonstrate how the profession enhances the quality of life in our cities, towns, and counties.
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Seeking happiness at work is not the end-goal. Rather, happiness will emerge if you seek a work life that is engaging and energizing.
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109th Annual Conference in Austin, Texas, September 30-October 4.