The award, previously named the Traeger Award, is named after Chris Traeger, the city manager for the fictional City of Pawnee, Indiana on the show “Park and Recreation.” He was known for extreme energy and commitment to improving local government. One of our strategic goals as an organization is to find the joy in local … Continued
This year we’re honored to announce the 2022 winners of the Best Places to Work in Local Government: Cary, NC Kansas City, MO San Rafael, CA What made these rockstar communities stand out? Cary, NC Why they’re the best: Great core values to focus on people The Town of Cary, NC had us … Continued
This article was written by Rachel Witt, Executive Director of the South Grand Community Improvement District. Read all the articles in the Lessons & Partnerships in Community & Economic Development series. In our cities today, we see too many reckless drivers that lack car insurance, do not possess a valid driver’s license, and/or drive with expired registration. … Continued
At the beginning of 2022, ELGL started updating our strategic plan — the guiding document for everything ELGL does to amplify the good and engage the brightest minds in local government. ELGL Staff, Board Members, and ELGL Members like YOU provided input and feedback through community meetings, crowdsourced social media posts, emails, surveys, and more … Continued
In this series, guest columnists reflect on one of three prompts provided by ELGL Digital Communications Manager Allie Breyer (previously by ELGL Co-Founder Kent Wyatt). The guest writer for this article is Chaquinta Fisher, Desktop Support Manager – McLennan County, TX. Chaquinta’s currently… Reading: Master Key to Riches Listening to: Hope City Podcast Redeemed for Relationships … Continued
Today’s Morning Buzz is by Jackie Wehmeyer, Senior Director of Strategy and Intergovernmental Affairs for the City of Parkland, Florida. Parkland was named one of the Best Places to Work in Local Government in 2021 by ELGL and a Top Workplace in 2022. Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn. What I’m Reading: I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy (I … Continued
This guest article is by ELGL member Matt Hirschinger, Assistant to the City Manager for the City of Arvada, CO. Read all of Matt’s other articles at the Social Justice –> Government homepage. As I write this, I’m done with my graduate degree that’s served as the foundation of this ongoing series with ELGL. I’ve … Continued
Today’s Buzz is by Meredith Reynolds, Deputy City Manager for Recovery for the City of Long Beach. Follow Meredith on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram. What I’m Listening To: Songs for the #ELGL22 Playlist What I’m Planning: Why, the ELGL22 Conference, of course! What I’m Watching: Season 2 of Only Murders in the Building The #ELGL22 … Continued
Almost 900 of you voted…. and we’re excited to announce the People’s Choice Award for #CityHallSelfie Day 2022! Huge congrats to the City of Goodyear, AZ for their creative drone video showcasing their beautiful, brand new city hall and getting staff and residents engaged! Thanks to all our members cast their votes and to every … Continued
#CityHallSelfie Day on August 15, 2022 was a huge success – people from across the world took a minute to snap a selfie in front of their local government building. We’ll announce some winners each day so we can remember all of the great selfies shared on the big day. See all the 2022 winners. … Continued
