November 2023 President’s Message

FCCMA Members, I hope each of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving, surrounded by loved ones. As we rush toward the winter holiday season, here are some updates and opportunities I’d like to share: *FCCMA Recognition of Leaders Awards: The FCCMA recognizes exemplary leaders in public administration annually. These individuals are nominated and selected by peers.…

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Harnessing the Power of AI in Local Government: Improving Services and Empowering Communities

By Emily Lewis, Deputy County Administrator, Charlotte County In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force with the potential to revolutionize various sectors. Local governments have begun to recognize the significant benefits that AI can offer. From streamlining administrative processes to enhancing citizen engagement, AI is…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Marianna’s 80th Anniversary

On Tuesday, November 7th the City of Marianna was recognized for its 80th Anniversary of the Council-Manager form of government, as a part of the FCCMA Professional Management Matters campaign. Pictured Left to Right: Commissioner Kenneth Hamilton, Mayor James Roberts, FCCMA Senior Advisor Mark Ryan, Commissioner Travis Ephriam, City Manager William Long and Commissioner Rico…

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Congratulations to 2023 ICMA Awards Recipients

Congratulations to Pam Brangaccio, Senior Advisor, FCCMA and National Coordinator for Senior Advisors, ICMA for receiving the Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award honors managers who have had stellar careers and have been retired for at least two years. Pam Brangaccio has had a successful, 40-year career serving Florida cities and counties, beginning in…

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November 2023 New Members

The 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. Roshana Rollock Agarrat, District III, Doctorate of Public Administration, Liberty University, Student Member; Jose Cerna, District V, Systems Security Administrator, Indian Creek Village Police Department,…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Midway’s 35th Anniversary

On Thursday, November 2, 2023 the City of Midway was recognized for its 35th Anniversary of the Council-Manager form of government, as a part of the FCCMA Professional Management Matters campaign. Pictured Left to Right: Dr. Henry Grant, City Manager; Nandrycka King Albert, City Council Member; Braheem Russ, Mayor Pro Tem; Ella Parker-Dickey, Mayor; and…

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Rob Hernandez, Assistant City Manager, Lakeland

How long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I joined in 2019. Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long have you been a member? Yes. I joined ICMA because it is the premier professional organization representing the interests of those that have joined the profession…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Port St. Lucie’s 40th Anniversary

On October 23, 2023,  FCCMA District IV Director Andrea McCue presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the City of Port St. Lucie Council in celebration of their 40th year as a Council-Manager form of government. From left to right: Councilman David Pickett, Palm Beach Gardens Retired Deputy City Manager Jack Doughney, Councilwoman Stephanie Morgan, Fort Pierce City…

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Kelly Callihan, City Manager, Davenport

How long have you been an FCCMA member and why did you join? I joined FCCMA in 2018 because I wanted to take full advantage of all the resources available to me to better serve my community. After becoming the City Manager in 2016, I understood the importance of networking and had learned about the…

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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Weston’s 25th Anniversary

On October 16, 2023,  FCCMA Member Sarah Hannah-Spurlock presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the City of Weston Commission in celebration of their 25th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. From left to right:  Commissioner Chris Eddy, Commissioner Henry Mead, Mayor Margaret Brown, City Manager Don Decker, FCCMA Member Sarah Hannah-Spurlock, Commissioner Byron L.…

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Internships: The Making of Managers in Gen Z

By Marsha Commond, MPA, Redevelopment Specialist, City of Fort Pierce & Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency 100 N. U.S. Highway 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34950 mcommond@cityoffortpierce.com 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…

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