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Local Gov Life

ICMA is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing professional local government management throughout the world. Local Gov Life is a mix of stories, insights, and advice from local government leaders.

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Local Gov Life - S01 Episode 06: The Next Generation of Leaders

Local Gov Life - S01 Episode 06: The Next Generation of Leaders

According to the Center for State and Local Government Excellence’s Local Government Workforce of Tomorrow report, “Loca... Read more

12 Oct 2017

21mins

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Local Gov Life - S04 Episode 03: How to Best Your Budget

Local Gov Life - S04 Episode 03: How to Best Your Budget

It takes a lot of courage to manage a local government. Between elected officials, your staff, and your residents, deliv... Read more

22 May 2019

12mins

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Local Gov Life - Special Episode: Diversity & Inclusion at ICMA

Local Gov Life - Special Episode: Diversity & Inclusion at ICMA

About ICMAICMA’s vision is to be the leading association of local government professionals dedicated to creating and sup... Read more

18 Nov 2019

53mins

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Local Gov Life - S01 Episode 03: Reinvigorating Downtown

Local Gov Life - S01 Episode 03: Reinvigorating Downtown

Episode 3 takes an in-depth look at the downtown initiatives of three different communities and the strategies their loc... Read more

12 Oct 2017

16mins

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Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 02: Local Government - It's a Rewarding Profession

Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 02: Local Government - It's a Rewarding Profession

For four decades, Carl Valente has served local and state governments throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, whil... Read more

15 Jun 2018

18mins

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Local Gov Life – S06 Episode 02: Developing Successful Leaders

Local Gov Life – S06 Episode 02: Developing Successful Leaders

Season 6: Upping Your GameThe start of a new decade raises the question, “Where will I be in my career in 10 years?” Sea... Read more

27 Feb 2020

14mins

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Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 05: A Relationship Built on Trust

Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 05: A Relationship Built on Trust

In this episode of “Making a Difference,” Chris Clark, a city council member from Mountain View, California, shares his ... Read more

7 Nov 2018

14mins

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Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 01: See What You Can Become

Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 01: See What You Can Become

Bonnie Svrcek, city manager of Lynchburg, Virginia, is the first female city manager for her community. She also became ... Read more

5 Mar 2018

29mins

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Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 02: Step Out of Your Box, Step Out of Your Office

Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 02: Step Out of Your Box, Step Out of Your Office

Dana Muscott is the first female city manager of Bay City, Michigan. In this episode of United Front, a special season o... Read more

15 Mar 2018

23mins

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Local Gov Life - S02 Episode 01: Reacting, Recovering, and Rebuilding from Hurricane Disaster

Local Gov Life - S02 Episode 01: Reacting, Recovering, and Rebuilding from Hurricane Disaster

One day you're planning with your staff for the preparation of a hurricane; the next day, you're surveying damage from t... Read more

12 Oct 2017

22mins

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Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 03: Think More Positively of Your Strengths

Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 03: Think More Positively of Your Strengths

Gina Holt began her career in Springfield, Tennessee, as the assistant to the city manager. Now, 28 years later, she hol... Read more

29 Mar 2018

16mins

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Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 03: The Rewards of Adopting the Council-Manager Form of Government

Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 03: The Rewards of Adopting the Council-Manager Form of Government

In 2009, a citizens' group known as VoteCM'09 in Bainbridge Island, Washington, bid to adopt the council-manager form of... Read more

12 Jul 2018

15mins

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Local Gov Life - S05 Episode 03: Cannabis Regulation

Local Gov Life - S05 Episode 03: Cannabis Regulation

In the last election, voters in seven states voted on thirty-six cannabis-related ballot measures ranging from taxing me... Read more

4 Nov 2019

15mins

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Local Gov Life - S04 Episode 02: Civic Service: A Love Story

Local Gov Life - S04 Episode 02: Civic Service: A Love Story

For those of us in public service, it can feel like the weight of the world rests on your shoulders. With an unending mi... Read more

9 Apr 2019

20mins

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Local Gov Life - SCV19 Episode 04 - Dealing with Your Own Stress: Coping Strategies in the COVID-19 World

Local Gov Life - SCV19 Episode 04 - Dealing with Your Own Stress: Coping Strategies in the COVID-19 World

PowerPoint Presentation that accompanied the April 3 Teleconference on COVID-19 and the impact on emotional health“Why T... Read more

6 Apr 2020

35mins

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Local Gov Life - S02 Episode 04: Navigating Through a Municipal Bankruptcy

Local Gov Life - S02 Episode 04: Navigating Through a Municipal Bankruptcy

Stockton, California, became a symbol of finacial disaster when the combination of a downward spiraling economy and poli... Read more

22 Nov 2017

16mins

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Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 04: Bertha Henry Believes There is Nothing More Rewarding Than Public Service

Local Gov Life - S03 Episode 04: Bertha Henry Believes There is Nothing More Rewarding Than Public Service

It has been quite a year for Bertha Henry, county administrator of Broward County, Florida. She received ICMA’s Award fo... Read more

1 Aug 2018

16mins

Ranked #18

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Local Gov Life - S01 Episode 05: The Opioid Epidemic

Local Gov Life - S01 Episode 05: The Opioid Epidemic

Episode 5 explores how communities use collaboration and innovation as effective tools for responding to the current opi... Read more

12 Oct 2017

14mins

Ranked #19

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Local Gov Life - SCV19 Episode 06 - Moving Beyond the Current Crisis: A Plan to Re-Open Our Communities

Local Gov Life - SCV19 Episode 06 - Moving Beyond the Current Crisis: A Plan to Re-Open Our Communities

PowerPoint presentation that accompanied the April 10 Webinar: Moving Beyond the Current Crisis - A Plan to Re-Open Our ... Read more

10 Apr 2020

1hr 31mins

Ranked #20

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Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 05: Chris Volkers Gives Back to the Next Generation

Local Gov Life - United Front Episode 05: Chris Volkers Gives Back to the Next Generation

After a 26-year career in court administration in Minnesota and California, Chris Volkers became the first female city m... Read more

1 May 2018

15mins

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