Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Osceola County’s 25th Anniversary

As part of the FCCMA Professional Management Matters initiative, Osceola County’s Chairman and Vice Chairwoman, Commissioners, and County Manager were recognized for 25 years of Commission-Manager form of government by Senior Advisor Tom Harmer and Senior Advisor George Forbes. Pictured left to right: Vice Chairwoman Cheryl Grieb, Commissioner Viviana Janer, County Manager Don Fisher, Senior…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating City of Winter Garden’s 65th Anniversary

As a part of the FCCMA Professional Management Matters initiative, the City of Winter Garden’s Mayor, Commissioners, and City Manager were recognized for 65 years of Commission-Manager form of government by Senior Advisor Tom Harmer. Pictured left to right: Commissioner Chloe Johnson Brunson, City Manager Jon Williams, Mayor John Rees, Senior Advisor Tom Harmer, Commissioner…

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In Memoriam of Richard Quigley

FCCMA is saddened to announce the passing of Richard Quigley, a member since 1977. Richard Quigley, who served two years as Daytona Beach city manager in the early 2000s and in other local government roles for decades, died on Aug. 13 at age 83. The Queens, New York, native, who also grew up on Long…

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In Memoriam of Barry R. Evans

FCCMA is saddened to announce the passing of Barry R. Evans, a member since 1990. He was born in Wheeling, West Virginia, and grew up in western Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh. He graduated from Thiel College with a bachelor’s degree in history in 1954 and from the University of Pennsylvania with a master’s degree in governmental…

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August 2026 President’s Message

One of the most rewarding parts of our profession is seeing the next generation of local government professionals learn and grow. This month, we are excited to feature testimonials from our FCCMA interns. These talented students spent the summer working with cities and counties and gaining firsthand experience in local government. I encourage you to…

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September 2026 New Members

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 be approved for membership: Maura Baker, District VI, ICMA Fellow, Sun ‘n Lake Sebring Improvement District, Student Member; Melissa Dickens, District VII, Division Director, Hillsborough County, Affiliate Member;…

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