Helping us find the right path to follow in order to be true to our professional values

All ICMA Members agree to abide by the ICMA Code of Ethics.

This is the revised ICMA Code of Ethics as of June 2023.

ICMA Rules of Procedure for Enforcement of the Code of Ethics

The principles outlined in the ICMA Code of Ethics and enforced by the Rules of Procedure govern the conduct of every member of ICMA.

Ways to strengthen your ethical core

Our professional standards strengthen local government.

ICMA’s efforts to review the Code of Ethics with the membership

Membership approves revisions to Tenets 1, 4, 9, and 11 of the ICMA Code of Ethics.