The Leadership ICMA Team assigned to this project was tasked with identifying best practices for implementing and guiding an Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program....
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November 2015 ballots in several local governments included questions pertaining to potential changes in form of government or adoption/retention of professional management.
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Performance management is much more than just measurement.
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The roots of performance management are solidly established in the profession and in ICMA's history.
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Comparing performance with peer jurisdictions helps managers track progress and provide accurate information on service delivery.
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Performance management remains a fundamental professional practice that evolves with the needs of local governments.
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The status and availability of public performance data in Australian councils and shires.