By Desiree Casanova, Assistant to the County Administrator, Sarasota County The International City and County Management Association (ICMA), Local Government Management Fellowship (LGMF) program has been the launching pad for hundreds of local government careers. Over 300 alumni have assumed senior leadership positions in communities across the United States of America since its inception in…
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 approved for membership. Terry Bovaird, District VII, City Manager, City of Williston, Full Member; Kemarr Brown, District V, Founder & Chief Visionary Officer, OnPointe Government Solutions, Corporate Member;…
On July 25, Ed Cook, City Manager of Callaway, presented a resolution recognizing retiring Niceville City Manager Lannie Corbin. Corbin served the City of Niceville for over 50 years, and his dedication and commitment to the community are truly inspiring. Thank you Lannie Corbin for 50+ years of service to the City of Niceville!
Integrating Disaster Response, Digital Transformation and Sustainable Infrastructure through Strategy Management Addie Javed, Vice President, Epic Engineering and Consulting Group 1. INTRODUCTION Each year, as natural disasters occur more frequently and intensify, local governments and public agencies are prioritizing robust disaster management. These natural hazards, including hurricanes, floods, and red tides, have significant impacts…
On July 10, 2023, FCCMA Past President Lori LaVerriere presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Town of Ocean Ridge Commission in celebration of their 35th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. From left to right: Commissioner Philip Besler, Commissioner Carolyn Cassidy, Town Manager, Lynn Ladner, Mayor Geoff Pugh, Palm Beach Gardens Deputy City Manager…
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 approved for membership. Sheila Fitzgerald, District I, Deputy County Administrator, Okaloosa County, Full Member; Genaro “Chip” Iglesias, District V, City Manager, City of South Miami, Full Member; and…
How long have you been an FCCMA member, and why did you join? I joined FCCMA in 2021 because I was looking for an association that provided training sessions on Florida issues and wanted to meet my colleagues across the region and state. Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long…
The City of Pinellas Park was presented with their 60-year recognition as a Council-Manager form of government by FCCMA representative, Kimberly Nicholls on June 22, 2023 at its City Council meeting. Pictured left to right – Dan Hubbard, Assistant City Manager; Mayor Sandra Bradbury; Kimberly Nicholls, FCCMA Representative and Assistant Human Resources Director, City of…
