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Local governments all over the world are taking an innovative approach to curating budgeting strategies that fit their communities, and we have gathered five standout practices that add an innovative touch to the budgeting process.
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ICMA’s 2022 Local Government Excellence Awards honor individuals and programs that have created a legacy of change in the local government profession.
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Increasing revenues and fairness at the same time.
How can you make the most of your limited time?
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The regional conferences are dedicated to enhancing your ability to bounce back and thrive by offering new strategies, best practices, and creative solutions to some of the greatest challenges faced by each region.
Congratulations to the winter 2021 awardees of the Local Government Early Career Service Certificate!