Have a Great Private Partner?

As part of the annual conference, up to four case studies of the private sector and public entities working together for community success will be presented. If your jurisdiction has done something you think other managers can benefit from, please encourage your private partner to submit a session application using this format. Click here to…

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Jonathan Evans, City Manager, City of Haines City

Jonathan Evans is a FCCMA At-Large Director. How long have you been a FCCMA member? Since October 2006. Are you an ICMA member and if so, how long? Yes, since October 2006. Please describe your areas of formal/advanced education. I possess a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in public administration, both…

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U.S. General Speaks to Haines City about Disaster Response

by Jonathan Evans, City Manager, Haines City United States Lt. General Russel Honoré (Ret.), spoke to first responders from Haines City and neighboring municipalities in Polk County last Friday about creating a culture of preparedness. General Honoré is best known for taking swift charge of military relief efforts during Hurricane Katrina and his no nonsense…

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Looking Ahead to 2016

By Lynn Tipton, FCCMA Executive Director Another 12 months have speedily passed – WOW.  Your association joins you in wondering where the days went!  As we look at the year’s accomplishments and look ahead to the goals for the new year, there are reasons for gratitude and for anticipation.  Your officers and board of directors…

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