Reprinted with permission from the May 2016 issue of Public Management (PM) magazine published and copyrighted by ICMA (International City/County Management Association), Washington, D.C. By Ratna Okhai As baby boomer managers continue to retire, there are fewer Generation X professionals (those born between 1964 and 1977) prepared to fill their positions. Research suggests that millennials…
The annual CityStats survey is the cornerstone of most research and analysis done at the Florida League of Cities. Now in its sixth year, the CityStats survey has allowed for analysis of municipal government policies and programs by both League staff and university research institutes. The 2016 survey is now being conducted online via survey…
Government Services Group is asking your help on completing the survey with the link below. “A number of local governments throughout Florida have experienced difficulty recruiting and retaining well qualified Finance Directors and financial administration professionals. This is particularly true of smaller governments who may only require part time support and be challenged to meet…
By Lynn Tipton, FCCMA Executive Director Just over 20 years ago I attended my first FCCMA board meeting as the new executive director. It was both a welcoming and intimidating weekend at the same time – but it feels like it was just a few short years ago. How did the span of a generation…
Join the Florida League of Cities us for a FREE webinar on June 16, 2016 at 2:00 PM EDT. Register now! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6477217875397903362 It has never been easier for governments, companies, and citizens to obtain small unmanned aircraft systems, or “drones,” that are easy to fly. The potential for these devices to assist in government operations…
Ken Small is retiring from the Florida League of Cities after 31 years. Many of you know Ken and have had the pleasure of working with and learning from him over the years. Ken is a former city manager, a past Executive Director of the Association, and an honorary member of FCCMA, but more importantly,…
ICMA began a review of the ICMA Code of Ethics and Guidelines in 2013. This year, Tenet 3 is being reviewed. ICMA is asking members to submit their comments. Below is Tenet 3 and the Guidelines for the Tenet. Tenet 3. Be dedicated to the highest ideals of honor and integrity in all public and…
The Palm Beach State Center for Applied Ethics is pleased to announce the 2016 summer series of the Ethics Connections Program – a three-part ethical empowerment program for navigating the “New Normal” with values, ethics and integrity. Registration is now open for the Ethical Excellence Seminar scheduled on May 26th. For more information on the…
