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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
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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
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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
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53mins
Ranked #4
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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29mins
Ranked #9
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
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23mins
Ranked #10
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
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22mins
Ranked #11
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
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16mins
Ranked #12
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
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15mins
Ranked #13
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
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15mins
Ranked #14
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
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20mins
Ranked #15
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
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35mins
Ranked #16
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
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16mins
Ranked #17
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
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16mins
Ranked #18
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
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14mins
Ranked #19
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
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1hr 31mins
Ranked #20
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
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15mins
