[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Executive Director’s note: this submission was received from an ELGL with the request that it be published anonymously. Here at ELGL, we always accept anonymous submissions because we know that the power of local government storytelling doesn’t always occur at the perfect time in our careers. If you have a story to tell, we want … Continued
In this series, guest columnists respond to one of three topics selected by ELGL co-founder Kent Wyatt. This week Chris Keefer, Finance/HR Director, Town of Blythewood, SC, writes about her second career. Read more from Chris in Classes are Coming: My Mid-Life MPA. Four years ago, after 30-plus years as a writer/editor and communications professional, I changed careers … Continued
This guest post is by ELGL member Lori Sassoon, ICMA-CM Deputy City Manager, City of Rancho Cucamonga, CA President, Women Leading Government The women I know in public service are educated, experienced, politically-savvy, dedicated, and motivated. They take on thankless assignments, build their professional networks through groups like ELGL, and make time for ongoing professional … Continued
It’s Mount Rushmore season for ELGL members. We’re asking for your top four list on a variety of topics. Danielle Rogers Community Marketing Manager, City of Newton, Iowa Connect: LinkedIn and Twitter Issues Facing Newton Executive, market rate and workforce rental housing. Improving external communication as the way residents get information continues to change. Innovative ways … Continued
City of Tigard — Human Resources Business Partner (32 hours per week) Are you an experienced HR professional looking for part-time work in a professional HR setting while maintaining the benefits of working full-time? If so, we hope you’ll consider joining our team! The new HR Business Partner will work 8 hours each day, Monday … Continued
About 6-7 years ago I was hanging out with my neighbor, talking about the future. He said that within a couple of years email was no longer going to be our primary way of communicating. I couldn’t imagine it. Right now I have 242 unread messages in my unruly inbox. It’s a good day when … Continued
AJ Fawver, the Planning Director in Amarillo, Texas shares her perspectives on land use, planning, and community development in this series. Learn more about AJ from her GovLove interview. On the heels of another successful American Planning Association (APA) Texas chapter conference, I feel compelled to write about things to keep in mind when attending a conference geared … Continued
Link: Give the #GiftofELGL. Starting now, you can give the gift of membership – $15/students, $30/students, $300/organization. This holiday season, ELGL members will share their ELGL experience and how membership has benefitted them professionally and personally. Sign up to write about your experience – Membership Matters. By Zach Ratkai, Economic Development Manager – City of … Continued
It’s Mount Rushmore season for ELGL members. We’re asking for your top four list on a variety of topics. Alyssa Dinberg City of Kansas City, MO – Cookingham-Noll Management Fellow Connect: LinkedIn Issues Facing Kansas City New KCI Airport terminal, although this is no longer a problem as the KCMO voters passed it with 75% … Continued
It’s Mount Rushmore season for ELGL members. We’re asking for your top four list on a variety of topics. Kyle Knott Community and Economic Development Intern at Mukwonago, WI Connect: LinkedIn Issues facing Mukwonago: 1. Downtown revitalization 2. TIF plan creation and implementation 3. Engaging residents with social media 4. Ensuring clarity in the economic … Continued
