Key research findings and expert insights about current local government issues and trends.

Beginning September 2016, a new parental leave policy in Greensboro, North Carolina, allows paid time off for city employees.

ICMA’s Certificates in Performance Management recognize leading practices and results.

It's time to revisit policing metrics to zero in on what's important, what the measures mean, and how data should be reported to the public.

Ideas for improving the graphic display of performance data.