wbrick@thecsaedge.com | 760-445-6550 | www.TheScienceOfService.info
The Science of Service: Six Essential Elements for Creating a Culture of Service is the ultimate blueprint for any person or organization that provides service to the public. Offering practical solutions based on real-world experiences by a former government employee, this book is written in an easy-to-understand format with everyday examples, helpful tips and proven techniques for success. Improve the internal and external quality of service provided by your agency with this guide written for local, state, regional, and federal governments.
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opowell@indiana.edu | http://www.authorhouse.com/
At last, a good book about one of the most exciting career opportunities available in the country today – city management. It is an exciting and rewarding career because all the great issues in our society – crime, pollution, urban sprawl, economic development, traffic congestion, race relations, and terrorism – are concentrated in our cities. City managers dealing with these issues are in a unique position to make a positive difference in the lives of people in their communities.
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Christina Park and Orville Powell set out to look at some of the consequences of predicted population growth and identify connections to other large scale issues. What they discovered in researching these topics is that it is not really about the answers, but about the questions. The questions that every city and town in America should be asking themselves. The clock is ticking and we cannot wait any longer to begin addressing these issues. It is time for local leaders to face these problems and begin the necessary discussions to look for ways to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come. Will you help save the planet?
Price: $11.99 Paperback, $3.99 E-book Call (888) 280‐7715 to order.
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Remember - or discover - what it's like to have your first city manager job. The tension, the frustration, and the exhilaration that come from meeting new staff, working with a council up close, and becoming involved in a community as you never have before. This true story is not about everyone's first manager experience, but it is about one that will keep your attention, and give you a hearty meal of food for thought. If you work in local government, if you work with local government, or if you have ever wondered how your local government works, this story will intrigue you. It’s about employee cocaine use, what it led to, how it was discovered, and what was done about it. It was a very complicated situation with some good lessons, especially for a new manager.
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Zoning 101 will enable you to put everything related to zoning in context. As stated in the book's introduction by renowned land use attorney Dwight H. Merriam, FAICP, this book is "essential reading for every citizen who is interested in understanding this important aspect of the operation of his or her local government...Zoning 101 will turn the novice into an expert, and reinforce an expert's understanding of ... the seven basic elements that form the center of the universe for all zoning ordinances. The Connecticut Conference of Municipalities finds it "written in a concise, easy-to-read style, the primer introduces and explains the basic philosophy and administration of modern zoning ordinances."
Zoning 101 is designed to be accessible and informative for busy local elected officials, as well as a handy reference tool for staff professionals, especially in smaller communities with limited personnel and resources for planning and zoning. The book features a section on "the seven basic elements of zoning" plus a glossary. Areas of focus include application processing, planned unit developments, overlay zones, subdivisions, performance zoning, and enforcement procedures. Also, there are practical tips on how to tackle difficult zoning situations and ways to involve the public in a positive manner on zoning issues." The author also wrote The New City Manager - A Study in Government Ethics.
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When he became county administrator in Stafford, Virginia in January 2008, Anthony Romanello began monthly Random Thoughts as a way to connect with Stafford’s one thousand employees. In 76 editions of Random Thoughts, Anthony reflects on public service, fatherhood, and middle age, and he thanks the men and women of Team Stafford for their work in building a great community.
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Mike.Conduff@TheElimGroup.com | 940-453-3116 (Mobile) | 940-382-3945 (Office) | www.TheElimGroup.com
- Do you care about the environment?
- Do you want your community to be a fiscally responsible leader in the sustainability movement?
- Good. This book is for you!
From wall wart reduction to hybrid police cars to major projects like energy efficient street relighting, cities and counties all across the country are examining their energy use and carbon emissions and implementing solutions. Many are doing it because it is the right thing to do. Some are doing it as part of community wide citizen led initiatives. Others are simply trying to save money any way that makes sense.
Bottom Line Green is our attempt to honor the leading edge communities and to encourage the rest. In local government, where the reward for risk is small, few cities or counties want to be first, but almost all want to be first to be second. For those of you who have been first – many thanks! For those of you waiting to be first to be second – the time is now! The trail has been blazed. Being "green" and adding to the bottom line; saving the planet while saving money is an achievable reality.
With a foreword by ICMA Past President Michael Willis, this 2009 book was a trail blazer for many cities around the United States, Canada, and internationally. Co-written with Jim Hunt, past president of the National League of Cities and founder of Amazing Cities.
Mike.Conduff@TheElimGroup.com | 940-453-3116 (Mobile) | 940-382-3945 (Office) | www.TheElimGroup.com
Life in the fishbowl of public management is never easy, often lonely, occasionally heartbreaking and always rewarding. It truly is one of the few areas in government where a single individual can make a huge impact on the quality of life for entire communities.
This collection of thirty-five true stories with real learnings from seasoned professional managers showcases the commitment that these experts bring to their field. The stories are inspiring, insightful and instructional. They will make you laugh, cry, and shake your head in amazement at the dedication of these incredible professionals who help make democracy work.
Contact Mike Conduff at mike.conduff@democracyatthedoorstep.com for purchase information.
Mike.Conduff@TheElimGroup.com | 940-453-3116 (Mobile) | 940-382-3945 (Office) | www.TheElimGroup.com
- Do you want to be a better board member?
- Do you want your board to provide true leadership?
- Good.
Meet Joe Victor. Successful in his personal, professional, and civic life. Sought after as an executive and as a board member. Seen as a paragon of accomplishment by friends, family, and peers.
But it wasn’t always this way. Midway through his career Joe had felt as if he was being bombarded from all sides. His job was demanding, his family was growing, and the volunteer positions he had accepted were becoming overwhelming. He felt like he was spending lots of time at board meetings but not really getting anything worthwhile accomplished. Like so many of us, Joe was ready to “throw in the towel,” resign his board positions, and seek success elsewhere.
Fortunately Joe’s wife, Patricia, saw his distress and introduced him to Natalie Benson. In turn, Natalie convinced Joe to seek the "OnTarget way."
Join Joe as he shares his journey of discovery and accomplishment, and learn the eight indisputable behaviors that distinguish high achieving board members from all the rest. Attend a board meeting and see how the behaviors transform any board – non-profit, for-profit or civic, into a high performance team.
Told in an engaging and compelling story fashion, and examined through the eyes of Ivan John, a reporter for the Sunday News, Joe’s recipe for excellence—the eight indisputable behaviors—are brought to life.
NOTE FOR ICMA MEMBERS – This is a transformative book for your elected officials. It provides an easy to read (and remember!) template for successful council meetings and a “job description” that fits nicely into the council-manager format.
Price: $25.00 (Includes shipping and handling). Contact Mike Conduff at mike.Conduff@TheElimGroup.com for purchase information.
