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…
September 19, 1939 – June 22, 2023 Samuel (Sam) Henry Halter concluded an exemplary life of family devotion, public service and spiritual faith on June 22, 2023. Sam passed peacefully at the age of 83 in Tampa while holding the hand of his beloved son and namesake, Samuel Henry (Hank) Halter, Jr. Sam was born…
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…
By Ratna Okhai, PhD Assistant Professor, School of Public Affairs, University of South Florida 329 Mohave Terrace, Lake Mary, FL 32746 rvokhai@yahoo.com Numerous studies have been undertaken and provided best practices for future hurricane preparedness. This article provides readers with a few of those key points Readers will either learn or be reminded of some…
On June 8, 2023, FCCMA Past President Lori LaVerriere presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Village of Tequesta Commission in celebration of their 35th year as a Council-Manager form of government. Left to Right: Council Member Rick Sartory, Council Member Patrick Painter, Council Member Frank D’Ambra, Village Manager Jeremy Allen, Mayor Molly Young,…
I would like to start off by thanking Past-President Lori LaVerriere for her dedicated service as President this past organizational year. Her leadership and commitment to advancing the goals of the organization have not gone unnoticed. I wish Lori the best in her next phase of service as Past President. Looking ahead to my year…
FCCMA would like to thank its sponsors and exhibitors for their contributions to the 2023 Annual Conference. The Association appreciates the many years of support. Acentria Public Risk AchieveIt Aetna, A CVS Health Care Company Ajax Building Company, LLC Akamai Ameresco, Inc. American Fidelity American Structurepoint Anser Advisory, LLC AP Global Insurance Services dba World…
Congratulations to the ICMA Newly-Credentialed Managers! Jeremy Allen, Village Manager, Tequesta Tom Almonte, Assistant County Administrator, Pinellas County Kelvin L. Baker, Deputy City Manager, Miramar Craig Clay, Deputy City Manager, Miami Gardens Jared Cobb, City Manager, Mary Esther Juan Guerra, City Controller, Cape Coral Jesus Merejo, City Manager, Port St. Lucie William Sturgeon, Retired City…
