How long have you been an FCCMA member, and why did you join? Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long have you been a member? I have been an FCCMA member since January 2026, and I am also an ICMA member, having joined around the same time. I pursued both…
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…
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: Melissa Dickens, District VII, Division Director, Hillsborough County, Affiliate Member, and David MacNeill, District VIII, Master of Public Administration, University of South Florida, Student…
How long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I have been a member since November 2025, and I joined to better connect with my peer managers and stay on top of issues that are important to municipal government. Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long…
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: Rachel French, District VII, Master of Public Administration, University of South Florida, Student Member; Gary Goble, District II, Town Manager, Town of Orange Park,…
One of the best parts of this profession is that we never stop learning. Every conversation, conference, webinar, and committee meeting gives us the chance to gain new ideas and bring them back to the communities we serve. That’s one of the reasons FCCMA is such a valuable resource for all of us. Our FCCMA…
How long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? Seven years. I retired and then returned. I believe in the organization and the benefits. Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long have you been a member? Yes, seven years; I believe in the organization and the…
By Frank Martz, City Manager, City of Altamonte Springs The City of Altamonte Springs launched a landmark partnership with TSG Transportation Advisors (TSG Advisors) to establish a new Center of Excellence (COE) through the Altamonte Global Innovation Lab (AGīL). The COE will help international companies understand, navigate, and achieve the policy and regulatory compliance necessary…
