In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government continues to actively provide reimbursement and stimulus funding to equip state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) governments with the financial tools and resources required to combat the spread of COVID-19 and, now, to distribute and administer the COVID-19 vaccine. While the maze of federal funding can be difficult to navigate, planning your cost recovery now will help maximiz...

These future public leaders are those who have served in the military. Veterans are a workforce that can help you to fill the ranks of your local government in a time when all organizations are struggling to find and maintain skilled and accomplished people. Join ICMA and the International Public Management Association for Human Resources (IPMA-HR) to learn more about a study conducted by Arizona State University with local government HR Direc...

The Biden/Harris Administration, 117th Congress, and Prospects for Aid to Cities & Counties Transitions between presidential administrations and changing congresses present both opportunities and challenges for local governments. On the campaign trail, the candidates share the framework of new ideas that can either help or harm how cities and counties operate and make progress. Furthermore, the existing federal funding programs that commun...

ICMA Coaching Program Free Webinar Series The days when employees were hired right out of college and stayed with the same company until they retired are long gone, and yet many organizations still follow the same talent management process from thirty years ago. Organizations must re-imagine best practices for attracting, growing, and retaining talent in this age of technological advancement. What we'll cover: How can organizations attract and...

ICMA Coaching Program Free Webinar Series Life is busy and it is easy to lose track of what is important during the chaos of juggling the roles of manager, spouse, parent, and community member. A personal strategic plan can help keep your life in balance and keep you focused on what is truly important to you. What we'll cover: What are the components of a personal strategic plan? How can developing a personal strategic plan make me more succes...

Public Agenda’s Hidden Common Ground on Race and Police Reform examined public opinion on many of the most pressing questions prompted by the tragic murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests, including policing bias, use of force, and militarization as well as how policing fits into the priorities of communities and the broader effects of racism in society. Aimed primarily at elected city officials, public administrators, and other...

In light of the COVID-19 health crisis and to prioritize the well-being and safety of our members, exhibitors, sponsors, and partners, we are making changes to the ICMA Annual Conference. We will not host an in-person experience. Instead, for the first-time ever, ICMA is launching a digital event that will take place September 23-26, 2020. Over the past few months, we have watched the world around us rapidly change and witnessed local governme...

ICMA Coaching Program Free Webinar Series Anger has become commonplace in today's political discussions and has left many of wondering how to diffuse these volatile situations. A few simple strategies can help increase the ability to have a productive conversation and keep the wheels of your city/county government efficiently turning. What we'll cover: What is causing hate and divisiveness in today’s politics? Is there a place for anger...

The current crisis is causing governments to re-think how they budget, plan, enable development, secure revenue streams, serve residents, and manage the day-to-day finances of the city. Even with reopening, many of the ways governments serve their communities will be forever changed. New fiscal realities raise the importance of strategic budgeting that connects financial information across functions to help local governments make smarter short...

The pandemic, economic crisis, and racial justice protests highlight the larger public health disparities in our minority communities. Speakers will address these issues: The historic framework and why race still matters The importance of analysis in developing short- and long-term strategies How a resilience helps sharpen the focus on health disparities Current public health priorities related to the pandemic: targeted testing, catching up on...