
Change is coming to the fire service. Are we ready? Have you discussed plans, strategy, and alternatives with your fire chief?

Learn the benefits of socializing new managers as they begin positions with their communities.
During the 1980s, I had the pleasure of serving as village manager of Ridgewood, New Jersey.
As a governance guy, am always on the lookout for the good, the bad, and the ugly.
For 100 years, ICMA has supported and advocated for professional management of local governments throughout the world.
I believe the world is a better place today than it was 25 or 50 or 100 years ago, and I know there is convincing empirical evidence to support my opinion.
I take the position that this profession be viewed as important in securing well-functioning democracies worldwide.

The Smart Cities Council released a new book in April 2014 to help local governments understand the financing options available for technology projects.