Professional Management Matters: Celebrating Lauderdale-by-the-Sea’s 35th Anniversary

On 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.

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Meet Bart Diebold, City Manager, City of Pinellas Park

How 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…

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September 2023 President’s Message

FCCMA 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…

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September 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. 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…

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August 2023 President’s Message

FCCMA 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…

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July 2023 President’s Message

Dear 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…

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Meet Susan Sinz, Director of Human Resources, City of Largo

How 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…

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In Memoriam of Dale Smith

Dale 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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Professional Management Matters: Celebrating South Bay’s 40th Anniversary

On August 1, 2023,  FCCMA District IV Director Andrea McCue presented the ICMA Recognition Award to the City of South Bay Commission in celebration of their 40th year as a Commission-Manager form of government. From left to right: State Senator Lori Berman, Commissioner Albert Polk IV, Palm Beach Gardens Deputy City Manager Lori LaVerriere, North Miami…

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Upcoming Best Practices Article-ICMA Fellowship Program

By Desiree Casanova, Assistant to the County Administrator, Sarasota County The International City and County Management Association (ICMA), Local Government Management Fellowship (LGMF) program has been the launching pad for hundreds of local government careers. Over 300 alumni have assumed senior leadership positions in communities across the United States of America since its inception in…

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August 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. Terry Bovaird, District VII, City Manager, City of Williston, Full Member; Kemarr Brown, District V, Founder & Chief Visionary Officer, OnPointe Government Solutions, Corporate Member;…

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