In the anticipation of federal funding, Volunteer Florida is proud to announce the availability of FY 2017-2018 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)/Citizen Corps Program funding. Volunteer Florida will distribute a total of $300,000; in sub-grant awards of up to $10,000. Interested parties may apply for funding for a CERT program, a Citizen Corps program, or both.…
DetailsFCCMA Member Bruce Haddock presented a certificate on June 8, 2017 to the Safety Harbor Commission recognizing the City for its 90th anniversary of operation under the commission-manager form of government. Pictured: Safety Harbor City Manager Matt Spoor, Oldsmar City Manager Bruce Haddock and Safety Harbor Mayor Joe Ayoub. Picture courtesy of Jeff…
DetailsFCCMA Member Ken Parker presented a certificate on June 5, 2017 to the Edgewater Council recognizing the City for its 25th anniversary of operation under the council-manager form of government. Pictured: Edgewater Council, Ken Parker and Edgewater City Manager Tracey Barlow.
DetailsThe Florida Institute of Government is offering a newly updated Records Management: Live Webinar Series to all Florida public agency records custodians, Records Management Liaison Officers (RMLO), management and staff. This six hour webinar series is scheduled in two hour increments over three consecutive Wednesdays in August, 2017. The program, conducted in partnership with the Florida Department…
DetailsFree FLC Research Symposium Wednesday, August 16 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Orlando World Center Marriott In 2016, Florida’s voters approved a Constitutional amendment legalizing the production, distribution and use of medical marijuana. The implementation of this amendment will require legislation, administrative rule and the development of complex processes for growers, doctors 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 be invoiced for dues. Joseph A. Baird, District IV, Life Member; Desiree Casanova, District V, Masters of Public Administration, Nova Southeastern University, Student Member; Diana Gallego, District III, Masters of…
DetailsICMA 103rd Annual Conference October 22-25, 2017 Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center San Antonio/Bexar County, Texas Housing and registration open online at 12 noon EDT on Wednesday, June 28. Preliminary program materials will be published in the July issue of PM magazine. Detailed information will be available on the conference website, icma.org/conference. Registration fees (Includes…
DetailsOn May 23, 2017, Governor Scott signed a bill relating to public records/attorney fees. To implement various protections under the new law, immediate action is required by your city (primarily posting the contact information for the city’s custodian of public records, which is a defined term under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes). The memo includes a…
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. David R. Allen, Masters of Public Administration, University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill, Student Member; Daniel Biles, District VII, County Administrator, Pasco County, Full Member; Edward…
Details“In this world you’re either growing or you’re dying, so get in motion and grow.” Lou Holtz This quote is applicable to all FCCMA members, regardless of age or position. Whether you’re 20 or 80, there is always room to grow, learn, and improve. The FCCMA Annual Conference offers the perfect opportunity to do all of…
DetailsThe Florida League of Cities University (FLCU) and FCCMA have partnered to bring you a free online learning opportunity. May 16, 2017 2:00 PM ET It’s that time of year when city managers, finance officers and others are preparing budget requests for council/commission approval. Learn tips and innovative ideas on how to make the process…
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