A Hero in elder care for Livingston County, New York, Franklin Bassett was instrumental in the vision, building, and now the operation of a 266-bed skilled nursing facility and adult daycare program.

This Hero of education has been called “a convener and change agent who pushes others to challenge the status quo.”

For his leadership and tireless efforts in addressing and raising awareness about veteran’s issues, Bruce Price exemplifies the definition of a Community Hero.

It’s not too often that the parking enforcer is considered one of the most helpful and friendliest of police officers.

Recreation manager and youth advisor, Matt Reedy’s impact on the youth community in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is undeniable.

Refuse driver Chuy Estrada’s uncommon work ethic and positive attitude have made him a role model for his peers and a mentor in his department.

Life, Well Run is pleased to announce the 2017 Community Heroes who were nominated by their jurisdictions for modeling dedication to local government and serving residents. Life, Well Run received a wonderful response to the call for Community Hero nominations that began in November 2016 with the support of ICMA-RC.  Managers sent in descriptions of their…

Life, Well Run received a wonderful response to the call for Community Hero Nominations. Nominees were submitted from across the country including states such as Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Michigan, New York, Nevada, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Heroes come from all roles in local government, from waste collector to assistant city manager, from police officer to the…

Municipal governments are leading the public sector in the development of innovative models for civic engagement, service delivery, and transparent systems. Learn how Fort Collins has expanded that premise to re-envision the central role of the City as a Platform to support innovation and co-creation with the community and business partners.