Attending but unprepared for ICMA conference? Listen to a quick preview from the planning co-chairs plus ICMA's own local Ohio-expert, now or even on your way to Columbus!
Transportation and broadband funding opportunities released; Guidebook on the Infrastructure Law provides details on what's available and how to get ready.
An opinion piece contemplating the potential end of Pax Americana (and what it means for local government in the United States)
The CARES Act and ARPA present an opportunity for economic developers to catalyze growth and revitalization for businesses and communities of color.
Guidance on identifying structural racism and implementing equitable practices
ABM shares long-term investment ideas local governments can make for their economies and quality of life. Bonus content: Victor Cardenas, ICMA-CM, assistant city manager, Novi, MI, and Midwest VP, shares on the pulse of the region.
ICMA joined diversity, equity and inclusion staff from Norfolk, Virginia, and Kalamazoo, Michigan, for Inclusive Economic Growth, a webinar on the importance of economic inclusion and economic mobility, including an outline of the process of rightsizing an inclusive economic development strategy to pilot in your organization.
Presentation Materials from the webinar on Feb 23, 2022
Local governments all over the world are taking an innovative approach to curating budgeting strategies that fit their communities, and we have gathered five standout practices that add an innovative touch to the budgeting process.