It’s not unusual when a public official accused of misconduct defends his or her actions by saying that they sought and obtained a green light from the organization’s attorney.

The ethics behind keeping your governing body in the know

The fact that fraud and embezzlement are growing problems in local government is a clarion call for a more robust focus on elimination and prevention.

Supreme Court ends Texas's elections lawsuit against four states.

The pandemic’s devastating economic impact has for local governments in some states looking at restructuring financial obligations. [PM Magazine, August 2020]

In this Q&A, Chuck Thompson of the International Municipal Lawyers Association helps answer questions ICMA members have on reopening public facilities.

How the town became the cannabis hub of the California Central Coast. [PM Magazine, April 2020]

Key Considerations for Local Governments [PM Magazine, April 2020]