In this second article of a two-part series, the authors explain how local government managers are critical to an organization’s fiscal health....

On September 15, 2009, four ICMA members and staff held a 45-minute telephonic media session from the Palais des congres (Montreal convention center)....

This new issue brief takes a hard look at the options state and local governments are pursuing to reduce their unfunded liabilities for retiree health care. 

During economic uncertainty, local governments have to consider raising taxes and cutting spending.

This article highlights the potential of a budgeting process known as budgeting for outcomes (BFO) and discussing its process.

Sale-leasebacks give local governments an additional way to raise revenue and they may help municipalities through the economic crisis