ICMA - International City/County Management Association

Emergency departments are under pressure, but they’re also sending a message. Long wait times and repeat visits point to gaps in how health, social, and public services connect. Unite Us highlights how communities that close the loop, aligning partners and tracking outcomes, are reducing preventable ED visits and improving results. Discover how your community can take action! https://bit.ly/47IXaIw

1 in 4 adults is a caregiver. Is your organization supporting them? The data is in, and it’s a wake-up call for local government leaders. Between 2015 and 2025, the number of Americans providing care to loved ones, usually unpaid, jumped by 45%. Today, 63 million people are balancing their professional roles with the demands of caregiving; impacting productivity, mental health, and retention within our own municipal workforces. ICMA, in partnership with the NASHP | National Academy for State Health Policy and The John A. Hartford Foundation, recently conducted a national survey to see how local governments are responding. The 2026 Local Government Support for Family Caregiving Survey Summary is now available as a free resource. It offers insights into how we can leverage our roles as employers and policymakers to support the people who care for our communities. Download the free summary here! https://bit.ly/4v9SwgG #CommunityHealth #LocalGov #FamilyCaregivers #SocialImpact #LGReimagined

As the U.S. nears its 250th anniversary, Local Gov 250 celebrates the everyday work of cities, counties, and tribal governments, turning founding ideals into trusted services, opportunity, and accountable leadership that keep democracy alive. Explore how professional local government continues to shape stronger, more resilient communities. https://bit.ly/4sgsIgh

Announcing National Association of County Administrators’ 2026 County Administrator of the Year! 🎉 Congratulations to Michele Lieberman, ICMA-CM, CPM, for receiving this prestigious award honoring the legacy of David J. Krings. Michele’s leadership, integrity, and dedication to ethical public service strengthen communities and inspire the next generation of county professionals. Learn more about Michele and the award here! https://bit.ly/47D3n8K

How do we restore public trust when incivility and polarization are at all-time highs? For local government leaders, rebuilding that trust is essential to effective governance. Yet the challenges have never been greater. Join us for a live conversation with Alexandra O. Hudson, founder of Civic Renaissance and author of The Soul of Civility, as we explore how leaders can navigate division with clarity, consistency, and respect. 📅 Thursday, April 2 ⏰ 12:30 PM EST Alexandra is also the keynote speaker for the upcoming #LGReimagined Conference: Democracy and the Public Trust in Philadelphia (May 13-15). We look forward to her insights and inspiration as we gear up for the event. Learn more at lgr.icma.org. #LocalGov #Leadership #PublicTrust

Counties serve nearly half of the U.S. population, and their diversity is a source of strength, not complexity. Across the country, county leaders are turning challenges into opportunities, innovating, building resilience, and shaping communities that thrive. Their work is a powerful reminder of how professional leadership drives local government forward. Explore how these leaders are driving impact and see what lessons you can apply in your own community. https://bit.ly/47EoJ5D

On March 4, 2026, ICMA joined a broad coalition of public safety and local government associations to establish shared principles for a unified framework for the future of public safety cooperation. This convening, led by the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) resulted in the Shared Principles of Agreement, a consensus-based document designed to improve intergovernmental coordination and ensure predictable operations across all levels of government. https://bit.ly/4m5Y7Az ASSOCIATION OF STATE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIVE AGENCIES CALEA Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association National Fraternal Order of Police HAPCOA National International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators International Association of Chiefs of Police Major Cities Chiefs Association Major County Sheriffs of America National District Attorneys Association National League of Cities NOBLE - National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives Police Executive Research Forum Small and Rural Law Enforcement Executives Association United States Conference of Mayors

Where do visionary leaders get their edge? Innovators like Albert Einstein and Steve Jobs didn’t rely on logic alone, they combined intuition, imagination, and insight to see opportunities others missed. Join ICMA’s Primal Intelligence workshop with Sarah Lagrotteria to strengthen these same capabilities, navigate uncertainty, and make smarter, more confident decisions. Register today! https://bit.ly/4uhU7jY