When, where, and how we use leadership work to grow the culture and cultivate change

To showcase each step on ICMA’s path to building a diverse and inclusive profession, an interactive timeline of events has been built that will continue to be updated as #ICMAMovesTheNeedle.

ICMA needs your voice. Nominations accepted October 26, 2021, through January 14, 2022.

On October 1, 2021, the ICMA Executive Board met at the Hyatt Regency Portland, where the 2020-2021 board was joined by incoming board members Pamela Antil, Scott Colby Jr., Corri Spiegel, Valmarie Turner, and incoming President-elect Jeffrey Towery.

Qualified immunity protects local government from paying money damages when police officers take actions that are alleged to be unconstitutional, but the law isn't "clearly established."

Local governments have implemented vaccine mandates, along with states and private employers.

"Smart Cities" require smart leaders who should tailor their efforts to community needs.

The role of the assistant or deputy manager is a vital part of any local government’s success in achieving community goals and initiatives. ICMA has developed a key resource to help individuals flourish in this position.

Engaging citizens to solve community problems