By Stephen Stepp, Deputy City Manager, and John Boehm, Assistant to the City Manager, City of Palm Beach Gardens The City of Palm Beach Gardens has implemented a comprehensive plan for emergency management response. As part of our best practices for responding to hurricanes, the City has created emergency response strike teams. The teams are…
DetailsFCCMA is saddened to announce the passing of Ollie Sam (O. Sam) Ackley. He passed away on August 25, 2024. O. Sam Ackley leaves behind his best friend and wife Diane Ackley; his five beloved children Amon, Ryan Sr., Eris, Nathan, and Kristen; their spouses, Renee, Shannon, and Raj; and his grandchildren Alana, Ryan, Ben,…
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. Lauren Bush, District I, Master of Health, Florida State University, Student Member; Brian Dean, District II, Safety Education Liaison, Sunshine 811, Corporation Member; Harrison Netburn,…
DetailsHow long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I have been a member on and off since 1998. In all candor, mostly off. This is because two organizations that I worked for in South Florida did not encourage membership in ICMA/FCCMA. In hindsight, I wish I had maintained my membership…
DetailsBy Joe Malta, Organizational Training & Development Manager, City of Largo In 2018, the City of Largo began the journey to becoming a High Performance Organization (HPO) with training for leaders and team members across the organization. While those sessions provided a baseline understanding of HPO principles and helped team members feel empowered to make…
DetailsLooking forward to the 2024 ICMA Conference. FCCMA is hosting a reception on Monday, September 23, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Bill’s Bar and Burger, Pittsburgh. Bill’s Bar and Burger is located near the Convention Center. Register here. Don’t miss our upcoming Free Coaching Webinar on September 5 on Making the Most of…
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. Charles Anderson, District VII, City Manager, City of Treasure Island, Full Member; Kevin Cowper, District II, City Manager, City of New Smyrna Beach, Full Member;…
DetailsKnown affectionately as Mr. Manager, Merrett Stierheim served in local government across six decades. His death was announced July 8, 2024 (obituary) at age 90, and a celebration of life will be held September 25 in Miami. To FCCMA, he was our longest living past president, having served 1974-75 with several years on the Association’s Board…
DetailsAs most of you are already aware and, I hope, registered for, the 2024 ICMA Annual Conference will be held in Pittsburgh, PA, September 21-25. The Conference will provide many opportunities for local government professionals from around the world to connect and learn from their peers. I understand that this year’s Annual Conference will have…
DetailsMichael Booker passed away on July 14, 2024 after a battle with cancer. He served the City of Daytona Beach Shores until his retirement in 2020. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Shores Community Center, 3000 Bellemead Drive, Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118. Click…
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. John Bartus, District VI, City Administrator, City of Key Colony Beach, Full Member; Amielee Farrell, District VII, Budget Director, Pasco County, Full Member; Zain Husain,…
DetailsFCCMA would like to thank its sponsors and exhibitors for their contributions to the 2024 Annual Conference. The Association appreciates the many years of support. Acentria Public Risk AchieveIt Aclarian, LLC Advanced Green Technologies AECOM Aetna, A CVS Health Company Ajax Building Company, LLC Ameresco American Fidelity American Structurepoint AngioScreen Anser Advisory (part of Accenture)…
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