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The International City/County Management Association advances professional local government through leadership, management, innovation, and ethics. #ICMAProud
Washington, DC
Joined April 2009
Six months into @PortlandGov’s gov overhaul, the city administrator highlights three key lessons: communicate early, prioritize community, and stay flexible. Discover how your city can transform too!
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Voters in Portland, Oregon, approved major changes to their city government, establishing geographic districts, ranked-choice voting, and a centralized organizational structure.
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How do you evaluate a city or county manager? The right process builds trust, strengthens teams, and drives results. Download ICMA’s guide to implement a formal evaluation process that supports leadership, accountability, and good governance.
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Sign up for ICMA SmartBrief on Public Safety, the smarter way to stay on top of the public safety sector. Subscribe today!
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A high-functioning council respects roles, leads with integrity, and puts the community first. A dysfunctional one? Costly, chaotic, and contagious. Start strengthening your council today!
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What can the chief executive do to bring the outlier into the fold and help the governing body function well?
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America’s “outrage industrial complex” has met its match. Join @arthurbrooks at #ICMA2025 to learn how you can lead with love and turn division into dignity. 🎤 A purpose-powered keynote, sponsored by @mission_square.
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RT @GoSolSmart: ICMA's Solar@Scale project just released 2 new large-scale solar case studies developed in partnership with The AES Corpora….
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Public trust in government is low, but local leaders can turn the tide. Discover how ICMA’s ethics series tackles tough topics like political neutrality, clear communication, and rebuilding trust in democracy, with real tools to lead with integrity.
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The local government management profession is on the front lines of protecting the values of democracy every day, and for over 100 years, ICMA’s members have answered this call.
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.@FirstNetGov has revolutionized emergency response, 7M+ connections, 30K+ agencies, and life-saving tech for first responders. But it could disappear in 2027 unless Congress acts. Learn what’s at stake and why!
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Congressional action is required to secure the future of public safety communications.
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Bullying and abuse are driving public servants out of #localgov, and communities are paying the price. Respect isn’t optional. To protect vital services, we must stand up for those who deliver them. Learn what’s at stake and how to take action.
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The effects are real and they’re dangerous—to employee well-being, to public trust, and to the long-term health of our communities.
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City/county managers: Time is your most valuable asset, and it's finite. Stop chasing fires & shiny objects. Protect your calendar, set boundaries, and focus on what really matters. Read these 7 must-follow tips from seasoned city managers.
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Protecting your time and attention
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“It was more than training—it was a catalyst for lasting change.”.—Brittany Lopez, April '25 attendee Ready to elevate your leadership? Apply for the September 2025 Gettysburg Leadership Institute cohort today.
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When voters see the difference, they choose council-manager government, because leadership should be earned, not assumed. ICMA’s Future of Professional Management Fund fuels the campaigns that make that choice clear. Let’s keep raising the bar.
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ICMA’s role in promoting the council-manager form of government
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Stakeholder engagement is more than a process, it’s a relationship built on trust. @santarosacity and Shimokawa show how co-creating with residents leads to lasting, inclusive change. Rethink what engagement can build, start with trust.
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Genuine stakeholder engagement fosters a shared responsibility for sustainable development, resulting in empowered communities and improved governance.
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Ever wonder what it takes to protect a city when disaster strikes? Tune into #VLGpodcast to hear @CityofTampa's Emergency Management Director reveal how they tackled two hurricanes back-to-back! Learn the secrets of resilience & how to prep for anything.
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Planning pros, take note! Start building your agenda with credits in mind. Certain sessions at the #ICMA2025 are eligible for AICP CM credits. Look for the AICP note in session descriptions or filter by interest in the app and website. @APA_Planning
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A rocky path sparked big change in @LeagueCityTX. Through Elevate Academy, staff found a tree-friendly, cost-saving sidewalk fix, making “Carlene’s Pathway” safer for all. Discover how local innovation delivers real impact.
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Empowering staff to develop innovative solutions to uplift the community, increase efficiency, and save taxpayer dollars.
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Looking to turn potential into progress? ICMA’s new guide to Tax Increment Financing (TIF) explores how local governments can spark development, manage risks, and drive long-term impact. Dive into the insights and join our upcoming webinar series to go deeper.
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EV adoption hinges on accessible charging. Eight leading cities share key lessons on planning, policy, partnerships, and funding to help local governments build smarter EV networks. Learn how your community can lead.
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How do you plan an electric vehicle (EV) charging program? Should the community own it or support private operators? A recent report helps answer those questions and more.
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