May 2024 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 approved for membership. Daphney Acevedo-Calvert, District V, Master of Public Administration, Florida International University, Student Member; Sam Ackley, District VII, Life Member; Robert Hicks, District VIII, Deputy City…

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April 2024 President’s Message

Dear FCCMA Members, The much-anticipated Annual Conference is just around the corner, and the excitement is building! Here’s a preview into what’s in store for attendees. Keynote Speakers: Crystal Washington, Mark Zeigler, Stephen MR Covey and Jeff Civillico. Visit the conference webpage and click on the speakers’ photos to learn more about them and their…

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April 2024 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 approved for membership. Colton English, District VI, Budget Coordinator, Hardee County, Affiliate Member; Christine Garcia, District V, Senior Director of Operational Services & Projects, City of Parkland, Full…

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FCCMA 2024 Photo Contest Winner: Sarasota County

Congratulations to Sarasota County, winner of the FCCMA 2024 Photo Contest. This photo will be featured on the cover of the 2024-2025 Membership Directory. In 1999, Sarasota County established the Englewood Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) to help improve conditions in the area known as Olde Englewood Village. In 2024, the CRA celebrates 25 years of…

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From Conflict to Collaboration: Reshaping Local Government Dynamics through Dispute Resolution

By Sarah Hannah-Spurlock, Sage Mediation and Consulting In local government, disputes involving noise and other nuisance complaints, zoning, development, service provision, and public space, to name a few, are as common as they are diverse. Typically, addressing these issues involves resorting to legal and regulatory measures, which can be punitive and expensive. However, adopting a…

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