By Casey Lucius, Ph.D., Assistant City Manager, City of Marco Island, 50 Bald Eagle Drive Marco Island, FL 34145, clucius@cityofmarcoisland.com I’m going to keep this article short and sweet. I admit I’m biased on this topic because I am a veteran and I see the value in hiring veterans in local government. I serve on…
On March 12, 2024, FCCMA Member Sarah Hannah-Spurlock presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the City of Dania Beach Commission in celebration of their 75th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. Pictured Left to Right: Commissioner Tamara Jones, City Manager Ana Garcia, Sarah Hannah-Spurlock, Mayor A.J. Ryan IV, Commissioner Joyce Davis, Vice Mayor Lori Lewellen and Commissioner…
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. Daphney Acevedo-Calvert, District V, Master of Public Administration, Florida International University, Student Member; Sam Ackley, District VII, Life Member; and Travis Perdue, District VI, Facilities…
By Addie Javed, Vice President, EPIC Engineering and Consulting Group; and Susan Boyer, Executive Director, Florida Benchmarking Consortium INTRODUCTION The maturity level of an organization plays a pivotal role in its ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic realm of local government. Harnessing this maturity effectively can be a key catalyst for a successful journey…
How long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I have been a member just shy of two years. I joined FCCMA because I understand and believe in the benefit of relationships and the valuable resource this association provides. Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long…
Dear FCCMA Members, The much-anticipated Annual Conference is just around the corner, and the excitement is building! Here’s a preview into what’s in store for attendees. Keynote Speakers: Crystal Washington, Mark Zeigler, Stephen MR Covey and Jeff Civillico. Visit the conference webpage and click on the speakers’ photos to learn more about them and their…
On March 21, 2024, FCCMA Member Chris Edwards presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Town of Ponce Inlet Council in celebration of their 30th year as a Council-Manager form of government. Pictured Left to Right: Chris Edwards, CRA/Economic Development Director, New Smyrna Beach; Council Member Bill Milano; Vice Mayor Gary Smith; Town Manager Mike…
On February 5, 2024, FCCMA Member Addie Javed presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the City of Oviedo Council in celebration of their 35th year as a Council-Manager form of government. Pictured Left to Right: City Manager Bryan Cobb, FCCMA Member/EPIC Addie Javed, Mayor Megan Sladek, Council Member Natalie Teuchert, and Council Member Keith Britton.
