ICMA

The International City/County Management Association (ICMA), formerly known as the International City Managers' Association, is an organization that supports professionals involved in managing local governments. Its headquarters are located in Washington, D.C., USA.

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How Durham, North Carolina, Got Police Onboard with Unarmed Crisis Response

1 month ago | icma.org | Ryan Levi

Police in America shot and killed at least 2,053 people between 2015 and 2024 who were in the middle of a mental health crisis. That’s 20% of all killings by police in the last decade. Those numbers are helping to fuel a movement.
ASSISTANTS AND DEPUTIES: Keeping Morale Afloat Amid Rising Public Hostility

1 month ago | icma.org | Emily Lewis

In the heart of every thriving community is a local government workforce committed to keeping the wheels turning—from public safety and sanitation to parks, planning, and community services. But in today’s increasingly polarized and impatient society, many local public servants are facing a disheartening trend: rising incivility from the very residents they serve. For deputy and assistant county or city managers, this new reality demands more than strategic planning and operational oversight.
Case Studies in County Management

Mar 28, 2025 | icma.org | Jane Klekamp |Kenneth Wilson |Kevin Lavoie

A dynamic community services center that fosters interactions between young children and older adults, with housing for those in needBY JANE KLEKAMPWhen I assumed the role of administrator for La Crosse County, Wisconsin, USA, we faced a significant challenge: we owned a nursing home that, while highly regarded for the quality of care it provided, was housed in an aging, institutional-style building, half of which sat empty. This left us at a crossroads.
Build Your Local Gov Network

Nov 25, 2024 | icma.org | Joe Supervielle

Following the devastation from Hurricanes Debby and Helene, Bobby Weaver, city manager of D’Iberville, Mississippi, and president of the Mississippi City/County Managers Association, contacted ICMA Southeast regional director Randy Reid. Weaver expressed his community’s desire to help those impacted in the Big Bend portion of Florida—a rural area of small towns.
Rural Community Engagement

Oct 31, 2024 | icma.org | Robert Jordan |Caden Benedict

It’s no secret that public engagement looks different from one community to another. The public engagement strategy for New York City would not lend itself well to Rawlins, Wyoming, USA. Rural communities are faced with a unique set of challenges due to their distance from major population centers.
Active Violent Incident Preparedness for Local Government

Oct 22, 2024 | icma.org | Joe Supervielle

John Curnutt, assistant executive director, ALERRT Center at Texas State University and Sarah Peck, director, United On Guns joined ICMA's Voices in Local Government podcast for a three-part episode, Stop the Killing. Stop the Dying. Active Violent Incident Preparedness for Local Government. Bookmark John and Sarah's session at ICMA Annual Conference in the conference app. Read the takeaways, find additional resources, listen, and subscribe.
The Power of Workforce Development in Public Works

Oct 22, 2024 | icma.org | Mark Douglas

Sponsored content powered by LCPtracker, Inc. Strengthening local economies and supporting underserved communities are top priorities for any city or county agency, but the journey to achieving these goals is easier said than done. As these communities navigate economic uncertainties, one powerful tool continues to prove fruitful in helping accomplish these endeavors: robust workforce development initiatives for the construction industry.
Understanding Tax Increment Financing

Oct 17, 2024 | icma.org | Joe Supervielle

Tax increment financing (TIF) is a powerful tool used by municipalities to stimulate economic development and revitalize blighted areas. ICMA’s Guidebook, Tax Increment Financing: A Practical Guide for Analyzing TIF Risks, Benefits, and Outcomes provides an in-depth analysis of TIF, its benefits, risks, and outcomes, along with practical examples and case studies. What Is TIF?
7 Key Strategies to Sustain Leadership During Long-term Recovery from Natural Disasters

Oct 7, 2024 | icma.org | Alan Rosen

As a former local government manager in Florida, I’ve dealt with my share of devastation from hurricanes and the long recovery process, including the years it can take to recover FEMA funds. The initial adrenaline during an emergency eventually gives way to exhaustion and psychological stress when we turn our focus to recovery that could last years. One of the first things I learned when training for disasters is that you and your team must be safe before helping others.
Your AI Readiness Assessment Checklist

Sep 30, 2024 | icma.org | Jordan Anderson

More than 75% of IT leaders agree that generative artificial intelligence (AI) will significantly transform their organizations, but “AI readiness” in the public sector is shockingly low. By their nature, many public sector organizations lack the agility and financial resources to quickly adopt and integrate AI technologies into their operations, and many of their operational systems rely on aging technology.