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 approved for membership: Abigale Woods, District VI, Bachelor in Psychology, Florida Gulf Coast University, Student Member.
How long have you been an FCCMA member, and why did you join? I have been an FCCMA member since March 2025. I decided to join FCCMA to enhance my professional development and meet other professionals who have a passion for serving their local communities. Please describe your areas of formal/advanced education. I received my…
I hope you’re enjoying a safe and restful summer. As we look ahead, there are several exciting opportunities for connection, learning, and professional development. First, I hope you’ve already registered for the 2025 ICMA Annual Conference, which will take place October 25–29 at the Tampa Convention Center. This event brings together local government professionals from…
Matthew L. Spoor Assistant County Administrator, Pinellas County In the wake of Hurricanes Idalia, Helene, and Milton, Pinellas County found itself confronting the compounding effects of back-to-back storms—coastal flooding, housing loss, compromised infrastructure, and deepening community vulnerabilities. County leaders immediately sought help for the most vulnerable people, obtaining an unprecedented $813 million in Community Development…
How long have you been an FCCMA member, and why did you join? I became a member of FCCMA in June. I joined because of the educational and networking opportunities FCCMA provides. Being new to the State of Florida, having a network of experienced city managers I can reach out to will help in learning…
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 approved for membership: Kevin Matyjaszek, District IV, Utility Systems Director, City of Port St. Lucie, Full Member; Lorie Mertens-Black, District III, Assistant City Manager, City of Casselberry,…
How long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I joined FCCMA in February 2025 because of its valuable resources – networking, training, conferences, webinars, publications, and scholarships. The organization also offers internships, and I was honored to be selected as the FCCMA Next Generation intern for Palm Beach Gardens. This…
On June 10, 2025, FCCMA Member Sarah Hannah-Spurlock presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Broward County Commission in celebration of their 50th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. Pictured Left to Right: Commissioner Michael Udine, Vice Mayor Mark Bogen, Commissioner Steve Geller, County Administrator Monica Cepero, Sarah Hannah-Spurlock, Mayor Beam Furr, Commissioner Hazelle…
