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One Jurisdiction or Many? Navigating Your Local Government Career Path

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Ariana Adame, Director of Capital Projects for the City of West Sacramento, Calif. Connect with Ariana on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: "Let Them" by Mel Robbins What I’m watching: "Your Friends and Neighbors" on Apple TV What I’m listening to: "Manana Sera Bonito" by Karol G A...

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Podcast: Land Use Planning and Residential Segregation with Scott Markley, National Zoning Atlas

Scott Markley Research Director National Zoning Atlas LinkedIn Scott Markley, Research Director for the National Zoning Atlas joined the podcast to discuss land use planning and residential segregation. He shared the Connecticut origins of the National Zoning Atlas, what the data is telling us, and how communities can utilize the atlas. This episode was recorded...

Why Setting Expectations is the Ultimate Leadership Power Move

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Angela Wilson, Deputy Public Information Officer for the Communications & Engagement team at the Town of Frederick, CO. Connect with Big Ang on LinkedIn or Instagram. What I’m reading: "All the Colors of the Dark" by Chris Whitaker What I’m watching: My Betta, Gordan. What I’m listening...

Economic Development 101: Proactive Business Attraction Strategies

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Alexander Fung, Economic Development Manager from the City of Eastvale, CA. Connect with Alexander on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: “You’re in Charge — Now What?” by Thomas J. Neff and James M. Citrin What I’m watching: Season 2 of "Severance" What I’m working on: Preparing Eastvale for the 2028...

Purpose, Pride, Impact: What Local Governments Can Learn from Marine Corps Recruitment

Today's Morning Buzz is brought to you by Caitlin Lewis, Executive Director of Work for America. Connect with Caitlin on LinkedIn. What I’m watching: "Yellowjackets" A hobby I enjoy: Trail running Who my pets are: Leo, Australian Shepherd with one blue and one brown eye Folks in local government know the struggle all too well:...

Podcast: Change Management and Implementing a New Form of Government with Michael Jordan, Portland, OR

Michael Jordan City Administrator City of Portland, OR LinkedIn Michael Jordan, the City Administrator for the City of Portland, Oregon, joined the podcast to discuss Portland's transition to a new form of government. He talked about the change approved in 2022 and the work that went into preparing the organization for its first elections under...

Starting and Ending Local: What is Your Plan?

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Monica McAlister, Social Media Coordinator for Charter Township of Fenton, MI and the Executive Director for the Michigan Emergency Management Association (MEMA). Connect with Monica on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: "The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes — and Why" by Amanda Ripley. What I’m watching: Stanley...

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How Agentic AI Will Transform Local Government-Citizen Interactions

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Dr. Bill Brantley, President of Brantley Advanced Social Sciences Applications, a state and local government consultancy. Connect with Bill on LinkedIn. What I’m reading: "Abundance" by Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson What I’m watching: "Ludwig" What I’m listening to: Pantsuit Politics podcast As technology advances, citizens' expectations rise. Local governments must keep up in an...

Podcast: From Animator to Deputy City Administrator with Kim Nakahodo, North Kansas City, MO

Kim Nakahodo Deputy City Administrator City of North Kansas City, MO LinkedIn Kim Nakahodo, a 2020 ELGL Top Influencer and Deputy City Administrator for the City of North Kansas City, Missouri joined to podcast to discuss her journey in local government. She shared the value of professional organizations and the importance of empowering and engaging...

In Government People We Trust

Today’s Morning Buzz is brought to you by Michael Baskin, human, serving Montgomery County MD. Michael is also chief innovation officer and an executive coach. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn, Bluesky, or (for a rural setting), Instagram. What I’m reading: "Exhalation: Stories" by Ted Chaing / "Mindwise" by Nicholas Epley What I’m listening to: Hidden...

Meet the 2025 Top Influencers in Local Government

2025 Top Influencers in Local Government

Every year ELGL asks our members to nominate outstanding public servants for the Top Influencers in Local Government list. The recognition honors people who make a difference in their communities and the larger local gov network, and who demonstrate ELGL values of joy, creativity, connection, dependability, and equity through their work and public activities. In...

Caitlin Lewis

No. 1 2025 Top Influencers in Local Government See the compete list of Top Influencers in Local Government. Executive Director | Work for America | Caitlin Lewis is meeting by the moment by connecting former federal employees to careers in local and state government. As executive director of Work for America, Lewis is a...

Rebecca Heywood

No. 2 2025 Top Influencers in Local Government See the compete list of Top Influencers in Local Government. Head of Governments Team | U.S. Digital Response | Rebecca Heywood is dedicated to forging connections in government among both individuals and organizations. Rebecca stands out for her leadership in cross-agency partnerships and showing up for...

Maraskeshia Smith

No. 3 2025 Top Influencers in Local Government See the compete list of Top Influencers in Local Government. City Manager | City of Santa Rosa, CA | Maraskeshia Smith broke barriers as the first Black woman to serve as city manager of Santa Rosa, CA, and works tirelessly to elevate others in public service....

Rudy de Leon Dinglas

No. 4 2025 Top Influencers in Local Government See the compete list of Top Influencers in Local Government. Chief of Staff | Bloomberg Center for Government Excellence at Johns Hopkins University | Rudy de Leon Dinglas is a dynamic leader dedicated to advancing performance management and data practices in local government. As chief of...

Robert Neiuber

No. 5 2025 Top Influencers in Local Government See the compete list of Top Influencers in Local Government. Senior Human Resources Director | City of Rancho Cucamonga, CA | Robert Neiuber is enthusiastic about growing the local government workforce — and making current employees feel valued and motivated. Passionate about building inclusive, high-performing workplaces,...

Michael Paulhus

No. 6 2025 Top Influencers in Local Government See the compete list of Top Influencers in Local Government. Town Manager | Town of Plainfield, CT | Michael Paulhus is a forward-thinking local government leader who is breaking down barriers between municipalities and the communities they serve. His work is rooted in a simple but...

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