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Expectations can be communicated through several channels, and we've got a few tips from our publication Human Resource Management in Local Government: An Essential Guide.
Morgantown, Kentucky<br />As the first CAO in Morgantown, KY, Jerrod Barks was facing some serious challenges for the town of 2,500 that lost 60 jobs and was saddled with a large amount of debt when Kentucky Copper went bankrupt. But instead of guessing or acting on anecdotal information, he conducted a survey, researched deeply, and came up…
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ICMA member Ken Hampian (former city manager, San Luis Obispo, California) worries that “all politics are NOT local” anymore...
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Hosting an international fellow is a great professional development experience for team members who want to explore how cities solve problems outside of the United States.
ICMA's executive director to receive coveted award in March.