How long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I joined FCCMA five years ago for the professional development and networking opportunities. Are you an ICMA member? Yes, I joined ICMA eight years ago for similar reasons. Although I’ve become more involved with FCCMA, I still enjoy participating in some of…
I hope each you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. The following are some updates I would like to share: FCCMA Recognition of Leaders Awards: The FCCMA recognizes exemplary leaders in public administration annually. These individuals are nominated and selected by peers. I encourage you to view the criteria for each award and nominate a deserving peer.…
By Terry Atchley, County Manager, Hardee County The FCCMA November webinar delivered a goldmine of information for city and county managers looking to enhance their legislative advocacy skills. A distinguished panel of experts shared their knowledge and experience when it comes to successfully securing funding for local projects. Panelists: Terry Atchley, County Manager, Hardee County…
To help celebrate Escambia County’s 45th Anniversary of the Commission-Manager form of government, FCCMA Senior Advisor Mark Ryan presented the Board of County Commissioners Chairman Steven Barry and County Administrator Wes Moreno a certificate honoring this milestone achievement. Pictured Left to Right: Chairman Steven Barry, County Administrator Wes Moreno and Senior Advisor Mark Ryan.
As a part of the FCCMA Professional Management Matters initiative, the City of Chipley Mayor, City Council, and City Administrator Patrice Tanner are recognized for 25 years of the Council-Manager form of government by Senior Advisor Mark Ryan. Pictured Left to Right: Mayor Pro-Tem Kevin Russell, Councilmember Cheryl McCall, Mayor Tracy Andrews, City Administrator Patrice…
The following membership application has been received. If no current member comes forth with a reason why the applicant should not be approved as a member, he/she will be approved for membership. Heather Akpan, District II, Assistant County Manager, Alachua County, Full Member; John Bohde, District VIII, Deputy County Manager, Polk County, Full Member; Manny…
