One of the most important assets local governments have is their people. ICMA has materials that address such human resources issues as employee relations, benefits management, and organizational culture.

Innovation takes many forms in cities, towns, and counties. Whether driven by data and emerging technologies, meaningful resident engagement, or empowered employees, it’s about finding new approaches to persistent challenges.

The leadership role of local government managers is to create and maintain resilient and livable communities through the power of engaging with and inspiring others to participate in developing, achieving, articulating, and embodying a shared set of values, shared sense of purpose, and shared vision of the desired community outcome.

A healthy local government organization needs leadership and a work environment that promotes and protects the health, safety, and well-being of employees in the workplace.