Upcoming Best Practices Article-ICMA Fellowship Program

By Desiree Casanova, Assistant to the County Administrator, Sarasota County The International City and County Management Association (ICMA), Local Government Management Fellowship (LGMF) program has been the launching pad for hundreds of local government careers. Over 300 alumni have assumed senior leadership positions in communities across the United States of America since its inception in…

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August 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 approved for membership. Terry Bovaird, District VII, City Manager, City of Williston, Full Member; Kemarr Brown, District V, Founder & Chief Visionary Officer, OnPointe Government Solutions, Corporate Member;…

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Lannie Corbin Retirement Celebration

On July 25, Ed Cook, City Manager of Callaway, presented a resolution recognizing retiring Niceville City Manager Lannie Corbin. Corbin served the City of Niceville for over 50 years, and his dedication and commitment to the community are truly inspiring. Thank you Lannie Corbin for 50+ years of service to the City of Niceville!

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Integrating Disaster Response, Digital Transformation and Sustainable Infrastructure through Strategy Management

Integrating Disaster Response, Digital Transformation and Sustainable Infrastructure through Strategy Management Addie Javed, Vice President, Epic Engineering and Consulting Group   1. INTRODUCTION Each year, as natural disasters occur more frequently and intensify, local governments and public agencies are prioritizing robust disaster management. These natural hazards, including hurricanes, floods, and red tides, have significant impacts…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Juno Beach’s 35th Anniversary

On July 10, 2023,  FCCMA Past President Lori LaVerriere presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Town of Ocean Ridge Commission in celebration of their 35th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. From left to right: Commissioner Philip Besler, Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy, Town Manager, Lynn Ladner, Mayor Geoff Pugh, Palm Beach Gardens Deputy City Manager…

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July 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 approved for membership. Sheila Fitzgerald, District I, Deputy County Administrator, Okaloosa County, Full Member; Genaro “Chip” Iglesias, District V, City Manager, City of South Miami, Full Member; and…

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Meet Mario Diaz, City Manager, City of North Miami Beach

How long have you been an FCCMA member, and why did you join? I joined FCCMA in 2021 because I was looking for an association that provided training sessions on Florida issues and wanted to meet my colleagues across the region and state. Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Pinellas Park’s 60th Anniversary

The City of Pinellas Park was presented with their 60-year recognition as a Council-Manager form of government by FCCMA representative, Kimberly Nicholls on June 22, 2023 at its City Council meeting.  Pictured left to right – Dan Hubbard, Assistant City Manager; Mayor Sandra Bradbury; Kimberly Nicholls, FCCMA Representative and Assistant Human Resources Director, City of…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Juno Beach’s 35th Anniversary

On June 28, 2023,  FCCMA Past President Lori LaVerriere presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Town of Juno Beach Council in celebration of their 35th year as a Council-Manager form of government. From left to right: Chuck Huff, Village of North Palm Beach Manager; Brian Moree, City of Atlantis Manager; Councilmember DD Halpern; Carolyn Stone, Town of Palm Beach…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Clearwater’s 100th Anniversary

The City of Clearwater was presented with their 100-year recognition as a Council-Manager form of government by FCCMA representative, Kimberly Nicholls on May 18, 2023 at their City Commission meeting.  City Leaders were so excited and overwhelmed to receive the award, it was tough to get pictures of everyone looking at the camera. Pictured left…

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June 2023 President’s Message

Dear FCCMA Members, I am enthusiastic about re-energizing the Association’s focus on the next generation of talent. I began my career through an unpaid summer internship in the City of DeLand Human Resources Department, which paved the way for my professional journey as I know it. Because of this, I hope to strengthen our profession…

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Meet Rebecca Flora, Recreation Supervisor, Lee County

In 2022, I became a student member of FCCMA and was honored to receive the B. Harold Farmer award to assist me in lessening the financial burden of tuition, books, and other needs to fulfill my financial obligation towards earning my degree. This opportunity also allowed me to strengthen my professional network throughout the state…

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