By Marsha Commond, MPA, Redevelopment Specialist, City of Fort Pierce & Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency 100 N. U.S. Highway 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 [email protected] Making a pivotal shift toward how we prepare the next generation of city and county managers means that internships must be more than helping students gain work skills and hoping they work…
DetailsFCCMA Members, October is one of my favorite times of year. County Fairs, Halloween and the cooler weather are nice leads into the quickly approaching holiday season. October was also when ICMA held its annual conference in Austin Texas. It was the largest attended ICMA conference ever with over 5,500 attendees. Florida had a very…
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 approved for membership. Jerome Adams, District II, City Administrator, City of Oak Hill, Full Member; Brian Benton, District IV, City Manager, City of Sebastian, Full Member; Gretchell Cano,…
DetailsOn September 26, 2023, FCCMA Sarah Hannah-Spurlock presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Town of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Commission in celebration of their 35th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. From left to right: Town Manager Linda Connors, Commissioner Theo Poloupolous, Commissioner Buz Oldaker, Sarah Hannah-Spurlock, Mayor Chris Vincent, Vice Mayor Edmund Malkoon and Commissioner Randy Strauss.
DetailsHow long have you been an FCCMA member – why did you join? have been an FCCMA member for two years. I joined FCCMA to be part of an intimate forum with those who share many of the same circumstances, opportunities and challenges that face cities today and to really have open dialogue about the…
DetailsFCCMA Members, September is here and fall is right around the corner. Fall is a great time of year that brings in cooler weather, football, and probably most exciting of all — a new budget year for most of our members. With that being said, I hope that you have the capability to fund an…
DetailsBy Philip Harris, D.B.A., Executive Director of CIB, City of North Miami As the world watched, George Floyd died under the knee of a law enforcement officer. The response to his death reverberated within the City of North Miami, and its leaders launched a proactive approach to improve communications and transparency between their citizens and…
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 approved for membership. David Birchim, District II, City Manager, City of St. Augustine, Full Member; Pamela Durrance, District VI, City Manager, City of Bowling Green, Full Member; Clarissa…
DetailsFCCMA Members, To all those affected by the storm, our thoughts are with you, and we sincerely hope everyone fared well. I am thrilled to share these upcoming association events with you. Your participation and support are appreciated. This year, we’ve replaced our annual dinner with a networking reception. It’s a great opportunity to network with…
DetailsDear FCCMA Members, I have some exciting updates and opportunities to share with you: • Join us at the Parlor Room in Austin, TX on October 2nd from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. for a special reception during the 2023 ICMA Annual Conference. This year, we’ve replaced our annual dinner with this networking event, offering you a…
DetailsHow long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I have been an FCCMA member for five years. I joined because there were colleagues of mine that who how much this professional organization has to offer and how much they have gained from their membership! Are you an ICMA member? Why…
DetailsDale Smith was born in Winter Haven where he attended Winter Haven High School and graduated in 1966. Dale attended the University of South Florida and received an Engineering Degree in 1973. He completed all requirements to become a Professional Engineer in 1978. He received his Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of…
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