FCCMA will hold an onsite training session in Marianna on January 22nd, 2016 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm, Central Time, at the Agricultural Center, 2742 Pennsylvania Avenue. Representatives from the law firm of Bryant Miller Olive and from the engineering firm of David H. Melvin, Inc. will jointly present an informative program on Florida’s…
DetailsFCCMA will hold its next webinar January 7th, 2016 from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm on “Fire Assessment Fees: Current Trends and Methodologies.” As local governments continue to seek alternative revenue sources to sustain local government services, much attention and consideration has been given to the fire assessment fee. What processes work? What funding methodologies…
DetailsDEADLINE LINE EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 29TH FCCMA offers two academic scholarships: the B. Harold Farmer Scholarship and the Raymond C. Sittig Scholarship. The scholarship recipients will be recognized at the FCCMA Annual Conference June 1-4, 2016. The recipients will each receive a $2,500 scholarship and an all-expense paid trip to the Conference. The major non-monetary…
DetailsSelf-nominations for two At-Large Directors and the Secretary-Treasurer positions on the FCCMA Board of Directors are due Wednesday, February 3rd. To nominate oneself, a letter expressing interest should be sent to the Nominating Committee, c/o the FCCMA office, PO Box 1757, Tallahassee, FL 32302. In addition to the letter of interest (or included within it)…
DetailsEach year at the FCCMA Annual Conference, FCCMA recognizes outstanding individuals who have fostered representative democracy, who have made a significant contribution to the development of new talent or an assistant who has made significant contributions toward excellence in leadership while serving as an assistant or department head. These awards are: Award for Career Excellence,…
DetailsAs part of the annual conference, up to four case studies of the private sector and public entities working together for community success will be presented. If your jurisdiction has done something you think other managers can benefit from, please encourage your private partner to submit a session application using this format. Click here to…
DetailsJonathan Evans is a FCCMA At-Large Director. How long have you been a FCCMA member? Since October 2006. Are you an ICMA member and if so, how long? Yes, since October 2006. Please describe your areas of formal/advanced education. I possess a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s degree in public administration, both…
Detailsby Jonathan Evans, City Manager, Haines City United States Lt. General Russel Honoré (Ret.), spoke to first responders from Haines City and neighboring municipalities in Polk County last Friday about creating a culture of preparedness. General Honoré is best known for taking swift charge of military relief efforts during Hurricane Katrina and his no nonsense…
DetailsBy Lynn Tipton, FCCMA Executive Director Another 12 months have speedily passed – WOW. Your association joins you in wondering where the days went! As we look at the year’s accomplishments and look ahead to the goals for the new year, there are reasons for gratitude and for anticipation. Your officers and board of directors…
DetailsThe following membership applications have been received. If no current member comes forth with a reason why these applicants should not be approved as members, he/she will be invoiced for dues. Matthew DiFiore, District VII, Management Analyst I, City of Largo, Affiliate Member; Saeed Kazemi, District VI, Interim City Manager, City of Fort Myers, Full…
DetailsBy Andy Johnson, Special Projects Coordinator – Leon County This year, one of FCCMA’s priority focus areas is preparing the next generation of local government professionals. But what about the next generation of the broader workforce in our communities? There are some interesting trends in this arena that parallel some of the recent discussions we’ve…
DetailsHow long have you been a FCCMA member? I joined FCCMA in 2011. Are you an ICMA member and if so, how long? Not currently. Please describe your areas of formal/advanced education. Master’s degrees in Public Administration and Urban & Regional Planning (2011). I also earned certificates in Florida City and County Management (through Bob…
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