Eleven Swedish officials participated in a five-city study tour of Michigan public safety departments lead by ICMA's Center for Public Safety Management.

The study looks at local government websites because of their unique opportunity to connect citizens with both government and community.

Winter months can lead to disaster recovery for local governments.

In February 2011 the Big 7 and other partner organizations released a joint fact sheet addressing current issues in municipal finance.

Municipal and police officials from El Salvador learn how Santa Ana, California, approaches community-oriented policing and makes it work.

The State and Local Legal Center (SLLC) provides assistance to state and local governments in connection with Supreme Court litigation by drafting amicus briefs representing the state and local government perspective. SLLC is operated and maintained by a Staff Advisory Council, which is chaired by the National Conference of State Legislatures. ICMA and other Big 7 organizations review the briefs and provide signatory support. Since 1983 the SLLC has filed over 300 amicus briefs in the Supreme Court on behalf of the Big 7.

Firefighters in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia, will work more safely thanks to a donation of protective gear spearheaded by a Florida fire chief and facilitated by ICMA.

This strategic plan outlines goals and measurable objectives for the city of Albany, FY 2011 through FY 2015.