Because of your generosity, ICMA was able to continue its mission of advocating for professional local government management through the council-manager form of government.

Voters in Chicago suburbs reject "strong mayor" referendums.

Thanks to those who donated to the Future of Professional Management Fund, ICMA continues to support those who advocate for more effective, efficient, equitable local government.

How the council-manager form of government affects emerging rural communities on the outskirts of larger municipalities

This past November, ICMA was engaged with only two jurisdictions where form of government was on the ballot.

Local government life advice from ICMA Southeast Regional Director, Randy Reid.

Ballot measures demonstrate voter support for professional management.

A key distinction in the council-manager form of government