Voices in Local Government

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Voices in Local Government tells stories, inspires ideas, celebrates progress, and acknowledges challenges faced by local government managers and staff in serving the public.

  1. Why Council-Manager Government Matters Now More Than Ever

    OCT 1

    Why Council-Manager Government Matters Now More Than Ever

    In this episode of Voices in Local Government, Phil Kiraly and Julia D. Novak, ICMA-CM answer the critical question at the heart of our profession: why council-manager government matters now more than ever. They discuss how ICMA's Future of Professional Management Fund supports advocacy and how to educate residents when defending and adopting council-manager government comes up on the ballot.   Key Takeaways: Why council-manager form of government is effective and how to best educate residentsWhat is ICMA's Future of Professional Management Fund, what it's used for, and why it matters for membersHow a "team sport" approach of advocacy led to success defending council-manager government in IllinoisExcitement to continue the conversation on form of government and more at ICMA Annual Conference  Featured Guests: Phil Kiraly - ICMA-CM - village manager of Glencoe, Illinois Julia D. Novak - ICMA-CM – CEO and executive director of ICMA   Voices in Local Government Podcast Hosts: Joe Supervielle and Angelica Wedell Resources: ICMA's Future of Professional Management Fund PM Magazine: Making Big Strides in Advocating for Council-Manager Government ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29 in Tampa.

    40 min
  2. AI Sandbox for Local Government

    JUL 23

    AI Sandbox for Local Government

    Key Takeaways for local government AI: Why policy might not be the best starting point... start doing!Get in the figurative sandbox and to play and test AI with small teams for real outcomes.Official policy documents and templates can be found (and copied!) via the GovAI Coalition.  Featured Guest: Parth Shah – CEO and Co-Founder, Polimorphic   Voices in Local Government Podcast Hosts: Joe Supervielle and Angelica Wedell Resources: ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29 in Tampa.  Multiple AI trainings on the ICMA Learning Lab. AI policy, templates, and more tools from the GovAI Coalition Voices in Local Gov Episode: GovAI Coalition -  Your Voice in Shaping the Future of AI

    36 min
  3. Meeting the Challenge of Milton and Helene

    JUL 9

    Meeting the Challenge of Milton and Helene

    Key Takeaways for local government's emergency management and response: Best practices in governmental preparedness.How to address the entire community.Ways to leverage technology to enhance information management and situational awareness.Cooperation with FEMA.Implement actionable review and continuous improvement.Featured Guest: John Antapasis, Emergency Management Director, Fire Rescue, City of Tampa Voices in Local Government Podcast Hosts: Joe Supervielle and Angelica Wedell Resources: ICMA Recovery Resources ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29 in Tampa

    30 min
  4. Avoid Software Trouble. Save Millions.

    JUN 24

    Avoid Software Trouble. Save Millions.

    Key Takeaways for local government's data and software: Be intentional during idea stage with disciplined winnowing.The difference between a platform and a tool - and what will best serve your needs.Sunk cost fallacy and resisting the urge to double down.Featured Guest: Raman Shah – Owner, Raman Shah Data Science Connect with Raman on LinkedIn   Voices in Local Government Podcast Hosts Joe Supervielle and Angelica Wedell Resources Learn more from Raman in his three-part blog series, Software Trouble. ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29 in Tampa.

    34 min

  5. JUN 9

    Leaders, Let’s Talk: Why Mental Health Is a Retention Issue

    Key Takeaways for Retention and Workplace Wellness: How mental health impacts employee engagement, retention, and workplace culturePractical leadership strategies to create a mentally healthy environmentWhat leaders, managers, and peers can do to support each otherHow local governments can address burnout—and prevent it from driving people away  Featured Guest: Adrienne Wise – CEO of Wise Choice Counseling and Consulting Services; trauma-informed care consultant, emotional wellness expert, and global public speaker   Voices in Local Government Podcast Hosts: Joe Supervielle and Angelica Wedell Resources: Mental health services from ICMA affinity partner, Cope Notes. ICMA Annual Conference, October 25-29 in Tampa. With sessions on mental health in the workplace and more. Registration opens June 25. Voices in Local Government: Mental Health Ask Me Anything with Johnny Crowder

    1h 6m
  6. Financial Resilience in Local Government

    APR 30

    Financial Resilience in Local Government

    Key Takeaways for Financial Resilience and Success:  Proven strategies to improve financial resilience in your municipality  How city managers and finance directors can best collaborate and work together  Tools for long-range planning and adapting to new fiscal challenges  Real examples of budget solutions that reflect community priorities  Featured Speakers:  Justin Marlowe – co-host of Public Money Pod, research professor at the University of Chicago, director of the Center for Municipal Finance  Liz Farmer – co-host of Public Money Pod, award-winning journalist, and fiscal policy writer  Dave Schmiedicke – finance director, City of Madison, WI; Former Wisconsin state budget director  Will Jones – city administrator, Mequon, WI; president, Wisconsin City/County Management Association  Whether you’re a city manager, budget officer, or just care about sound fiscal strategy, this episode offers practical tips to help you lead with financial resilience.  Resources Public Money Pod by the Center for Municipal Finance ICMA: A Budgeting Guide for Local Government 3-Part Series

    1h 7m
  7. From Scary to Synergy: Navigating Change with Julia D. Novak

    MAR 28

    From Scary to Synergy: Navigating Change with Julia D. Novak

    Guest InformationJulia D. Novak, ICMA-CM, CEO and executive director of ICMA HostsJoe Supervielle and Angelica Wedell   TopicsWelcome Voices in Local Government's New co-host, Angelica Wedell Introduction and Understanding Change in Local Government Strategies for Effective Change Management Fostering Innovation The Role of Supervisors Advice for Local Government Leaders Resources ICMA Effective Supervisory Practices Training Series Getting to Know Our New CEO/Executive Director, Julia D. Novak, ICMA-CM

    43 min

  8. JAN 30

    ACAO Development Series and SheLeadsGov

    Guest Information Laura Savage, Senior Program Manager, ICMA   Topics Assistant Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO) Development Series Overview Career Progression and Development Opportunities SheLeadsGov Virtual Forum Insights Resources The Essential ACAO Development Series: Building Your Path to Leadership Excellence SheLeadsGov Virtual Forum | Innovate, Inspire, Impact EP47 Local Gov Life Advice: Career Moves, Coworkers, and Council

    11 min
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Voices in Local Government tells stories, inspires ideas, celebrates progress, and acknowledges challenges faced by local government managers and staff in serving the public.

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