By Gina Peebles, Assistant County Manager/Chief of Staff, Alachua County and Amy Childs, Assistant Risk Manager, Alachua County As the wise Benjamin Franklin once said, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Both public and private sector employers have come to expect annual health care insurance cost increases. Alachua County is no…
DetailsHow long have you been a FCCMA member and why did you join? Roughly two years now. I signed up when I moved to Florida in November 2019. Are you an ICMA member, why did you join, and how long have you been a member? Yes. I joined in order to network and meet people…
DetailsOn October 13th the City of Winter Park was recognized by the Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA) for their 70-Year Anniversary of the Commission-Manager form of government. Al Butler, FCCMA District III Director and Director of Support Services, City of Ocoee, presented the city with the #ICMA Recognition Award. Pictured Left to Right:…
DetailsOn August 17th the City of Lake Butler was recognized by the Florida City and County Management Association (FCCMA) for their 25-Year Anniversary of the Council/Commission-Manager form of government. Sarah Campbell, FCCMA District II Director and Town Manager of Orange Park, presented the city with the #ICMA Recognition Award. Pictured Left to Right: Mayor Jack…
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 invoiced for dues. Andrea Agha, District VII, Assistant City Manager, City of Gainesville, Full Member; Ian Coyle, Affiliate Member; Jason Davis, District IV, Division Director IV, Palm…
DetailsHow long have you been a FCCMA member and why did you join? I have been a FCCMA member since December 2020. I joined because it’s a great opportunity to learn from new and seasoned managers and understand how to navigate an early career path in local government. Are you an ICMA member, why did…
DetailsOn September 28, 2021, FCCMA Member Michael Beedie presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Santa Rosa County Commission in celebration of their 25th year as a Commission-Administrator form of government. Pictured left to right: Commissioner Sam Parker, Vice-Chairman Bob Cole, Fort Walton Beach City Manager Michael Beedie, Chairman Dan Piech, Commissioner James Calkins, and…
DetailsThe ICMA Annual Conference is in Portland from October 2 to 6, however, there is a great platform to provide virtual offerings for those unable to attend in-person. The range of topics are great and offers opportunities for getting the training and development necessary to enhance our professional skills. For those attending in-person, we will…
DetailsBy Casey Lucius, Ph.D., Assistant to the City Manager, City of Marco Island 50 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island, FL 34145 clucius@cityofmarcoisland.com Last month the City of Marco Island Human Resources Department led an employee fitness challenge. We had over 35 employees participate, either as part of a team or individually. We used an app…
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 invoiced for dues. Sammie Brown, District IV, Legislative Aide, City of Riviera Beach, Full Member; Wayne Clark, District II, City Manager, City of Port Orange, Full Member;…
DetailsAs an organization, we mourn the passing of Bill Horne, longtime (20-year) City Manager of Clearwater. Bill was a giant in the profession and, during his tenure, made a positive impact in so many of the circles in which he was involved. He was known to many by different titles, including family man, inspirational/faith leader,…
DetailsOn August 2, 2021, FCCMA Member Michael Beedie presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the Niceville Council and City Manager Lannie Corbin in celebration of their 65th year as a Council-Manager form of government. Pictured left to right: Councilmember Bill Schaetzle, Councilmember Cathy Alley, Councilmember Abner Williams, Fort Walton Beach City Manager Michael Beedie, City…
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