A teleconference broadcast from ICMA's 96th Annual Conference in San Jose, California, on thriving in uncertain times.

Take some time this month to recognize the efforts of your law enforcement officials to prevent crime and to explore new initiatives.

Bob Bland discusses how the accounting system provides the framework for maintaining the financial integrity, while the budget is the preeminent financial planning document in government. This article originally appeared in the May 2008 issue of <i>Academic Matters.</i>

2010 ICMA Service Awards