Dr. Robert Lee discusses council-manager government and why that structure works, with a focus on financial acumen and the real-world impact of strong professional management.

Sample workplan structure for VLGMF host communities to provide fellows with firsthand experience in local government.

Extend your Summit experience with optional networking events that connect you with fellow Credentialed Managers while exploring the unique character of each host community.

Guidance to host local governments to structure and manage fellowship projects

What local government executives must understand about risk, resilience, and public trust inside the 911 center.

How a hurricane-ravaged town partnered with FEMA to reduce risk, cut costs, and build back smarter.

Emergency management is not just crisis response—it’s a core responsibility of local government leadership.