Technology is Your Friend

By Dr. Christophe St. Luce This statement may seem like an obvious one to make, but there are people who are afraid of technology and the change that is brought about by implementing technology, even though technological change is global.  The microcosm of your organization may feel like the last safe place where change can…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Treasure Island’s 60th Anniversary

On May 16, 2023, FCCMA District VII Director Matt Spoor presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Treasure Island Commission in celebration of their 60th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. Left to right include: Commissioner Doctor, Safety Harbor City Manager Matt Spoor, Treasure Island City Manager Amy Davis, Mayor Payne, Commissioner Wetzel, Vice Mayor Partridge and Commissioner Toth.

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May 2023 New Members

The following membership applications have been received. If no current member comes forth with a reason why these applicants should not be approved as members, he/she will be invoiced for dues. Mayra Aleman, District V, Assistant to the City Manager, City of Sunny Isles Beach, Affiliate Member; Amanda Boggus, District VIII, Master of Public Administration,…

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April 2023 President’s Message

Hello FCCMA Members: Registration for the FCCMA Annual Conference is now open. I hope you all plan to attend. We are all facing the challenge of finding and retaining good talent. Our Speed Networking session will allow organizations seeking quality candidates to connect with those seeking new opportunities. The casual environment makes it easy to…

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Navigating Disaster Housing

By Claire Jubb, Assistant County Administrator, Charlotte County Disasters, both large and small, can result in the need to facilitate housing for residents who may have been displaced. This is not easy to navigate, especially when you are in the midst of recovery and there are many competing priorities. If the Natural Emergencies legislation proposed…

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Meet John Coffey, City Manager, Indian Harbour Beach

Briefly share your background. I am an ICMA Credentialed Manager with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida, a Master’s in Public Administration from Florida State, and 29 years experience in local governance. I have a unique non-linear career path that includes time in conflict zones with ICMA-International (Iraq) and the Department of State…

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