Local governments were well prepared and the challenges were mostly manageable.

This case study summarizes the lessons learned by the City of Central officials and municipal services staff, and IBTS staff as a result of the Louisiana floods in August 2016.

ICMA offers resources and a free webinar to help address questions.

A coordinated approach is necessary to help communities in need.

The aftermath of Hurricane Harvey strains resources.

A free resource created by FEMA for households and organizations to discuss and practice plans and safety measures to improve resilience for specific disasters.

2017 Community Health & Safety Award Program Nominee

For many communities, annexation can be a complex and daunting undertaking. The case of Fry Townsite, however, is a reminder of the cost of inaction, including service vacuums for residents and unexpected challenges for neighboring municipalities.