While there is Veterans Day in the fall and Veteran Appreciation Month in the spring it is important to make sure that they stay in our minds all year round so we can implement the programs they need to be successful in the community. Celebrations are great but meaningful programs and resources will help more so look through these examples and hopefully you will be inspired to create the next great veteran appreciation program today!

BY RYAN BELL (COUNTY OF ALAMEDA, CALIFORNIA) AND JON GIRE (NOW WITH CITY OF SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA)    Many jurisdictions aiming for zero-waste operations or energy conservation have realized their buildings’ janitorial staff are critical partners. Here are some suggestions based on our experience working with the janitorial department at Alameda County on how to gain buy-in and support for sustainability efforts. (While we are working with County staff, these suggestions also apply to working with contractors.)

The 100th ICMA Annual Conference preliminary program is now available.

No matter what you do for a living, the key to success is motivating yourself, each and every day.

Download the 2014 ICMA Annual Conference Preliminary Program.