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…
DetailsAs we head into a new fiscal year, there are a lot of exciting things happening with FCCMA. The new fiscal year begins October 1, and FCCMA dues invoices will be sent out this week. If you don’t receive your invoice, please contact FCCMA staff at [email protected]. We are also pleased to welcome Ana Garcia…
DetailsFCCMA 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…
DetailsHow 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…
DetailsOne 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…
DetailsThe 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;…
DetailsHow 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…
DetailsThe 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,…
DetailsOne 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…
DetailsHow 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…
DetailsBy 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…
DetailsThe 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: Henry Augustine Mawutor Attivor, District VI, ICMA Fellow, Sarasota County, Student Member; Amanda Brown, District II, City Manager, City of Waldo, Full Member; Ryan…
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