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Council-Manager Relations

ICMA provides techniques and strategies to maximize the likelihood of establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with your governing board.

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Managing Public Relations with Your Elected Officials
May 13, 2025
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Join council-manager relations expert Mike Conduff for a webinar on how to navigate the challenges of public relations with your elected officials.
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Confronting the Local Government Trust Dilemma, Part 3
January 30, 2025

Delivering on the commitment to build trust

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From Conflict to Collaboration
January 30, 2025

A case study in applying nonviolent conflict resolution principles in local government management

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Goal Setting for Traction
November 30, 2024

Mistakes to avoid in setting priorities with your governing board and five solutions

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The New Council Is In Place, Now Where Can I Find This Robert Fella Who Has the Rules?
November 30, 2024

The importance of training your newly elected board

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Tips For Effective Governing Body Meetings
November 30, 2024

The manager’s role is bigger than you think.

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PM Dec 2024 COVER
PM Magazine, December 2024

Council-Manager Relations and Strategic Planning

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Onboarding Beyond Orientation
November 30, 2024

Helping newly elected officials make the shift from campaigning to serving in the unique role of governing

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Defining the Roles of Elected Officials and City/County Manager
November 30, 2024

Understanding the various roles of elected officials and how the CAO and staff can best support them.

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