ICMA - International City/County Management Association

09/05/2026

Strong decisions start with asking the right questions and understanding what the data can tell you!

Research Methods for Public Administration offers practical guidance to help public managers make sense of research, data, interviews, and more.

Get your copy of the book today and turn better information into better decisions! https://bit.ly/45k1zA3

09/04/2026

Four decades of leadership, innovation, and service to the local government profession.

Distinguished Service Award recipient Geralyn Barone has championed performance management, community engagement, conservation, and mentorship throughout her career, including her service as city manager of Minnetonka. She continues to give back as a senior advisor to ICMA and the Minnesota City/County Management Association.

Join us in congratulating Geralyn on this well-deserved honor!

09/03/2026

A pool table might not be the first place you’d look for leadership lessons, but Kellye Mazzoli sees the connections clearly.

Great leaders read the table, think ahead, and adapt when the shot changes. They know when to take their shot, learn from the ones they don’t take, and never let someone else’s rating define how they lead.

Discover the five lessons pool taught Kellye about leading a city!

What playing pool taught me about leading in local government.

09/02/2026

Housing is one of the most complex challenges communities face, and there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. The latest spotlights how communities are adapting, testing new approaches, and building partnerships to create solutions that reflect local needs and priorities.

Find practical ideas and fresh perspectives you can put into action.

The September issue offers insight into how local government leaders should act with urgency, curiosity, and collaboration to address housing pressures in their communities.

09/02/2026

Long Beach City is calling, and is almost here!

If you’re joining us, download your official “I’m Attending” badge, share it with your network, and tag .

Now for the big question: What’s the one session, speaker, or experience you’re counting down to most? https://bit.ly/4r6As5H

09/01/2026

What can City of Alcoa, TN Government learn from Longford County Council? More than you might expect.

The 2026 ICMA Global Exchange showed how communities thousands of miles apart can share the same challenges: economic transition, workforce retention, infrastructure, and preserving local identity.

The biggest lesson? Strong relationships are infrastructure, too.

Discover what local leaders can learn from communities around the world. https://bit.ly/45X3ACo

Lessons in community reinvention from Tennessee and rural Ireland

08/31/2026

What if the path forward isn’t about becoming bigger, but making better use of what you already have?

Chiloquin, Oregon, and Kamikatsu, Japan, are finding new possibilities in existing buildings, local resources, and community strengths. Their stories offer a different way to think about revitalization: start with what’s there, build around local needs, and redefine what success can look like.

Discover how these communities are rethinking the path forward. https://bit.ly/4g4Y9WK

For shrinking rural communities, success may depend less on attracting what's missing and more on activating what's already there.

08/30/2026

As LocalGov 250 marks this milestone, local government remains the most trusted level of government.

So, what keeps that trust strong? Listening to residents, communicating openly, and following through on what you hear. Communities like City of Dublin, Ohio - Government and Village of Broadview are showing how these simple practices can make a lasting difference.

Discover what communities are doing to build stronger resident trust. https://bit.ly/3SaM5vd

Local government remains the most trusted level of government. Here's how understanding the dimensions of resident trust is helping communities focus on what matters most.

08/29/2026

Small governments don’t need bigger AI budgets. They need smarter ways to use the tools already available.

From grant writing and regulatory updates to public communications, targeted AI can help stretch limited capacity, save valuable staff time, and keep the focus on serving residents.

Discover practical ways to put AI to work in your community. https://bit.ly/45nKGEG

How small and rural communities can begin to adopt targeted AI tools without major costs, complex systems, or a large IT team.

08/28/2026

Celebrating Strategic Leadership & Governance Award Recipients!

These communities are being recognized for innovative programs that strengthen leadership, accountability, and public trust:

• City of Indian Wells- Government – Created a strategic planning model that aligns community priorities, budgeting, and performance management while increasing transparency and accountability through resident engagement and measurable results.

• City of Dublin, Ohio - Government – Strengthened organizational culture through its Culture Playbook, empowering employees with shared values, leadership development, and a collaborative framework that enhances public service.

• City of Weston, FL Municipal Government – Built stronger connections between residents and local government through WestonGov Academy, an interactive civic education program that promotes transparency, trust, and informed community engagement.

Congratulations to these communities for demonstrating how innovative leadership and governance can strengthen organizations, engage residents, and build lasting public confidence.