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Connecticut: Roger Kemp, Former City Manager and Current President, Kemp Consulting

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uv5VhuUfwC4?feature=player_detailpage&w=640&h=360] Fifty Nifty Takeaways What do we hope to learn from this series? We hope you will gain a better understanding of the unique characteristics of local government in each state, we hope you will learn that there are others like you who are motivated to make a difference through the public sector, and...

New Sensation with Amanda Stratton, NC Association of Counties and UNC MPA Student

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV-QGQVZv0k&w=420&h=315] Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this feature will serve as a way of introducing new members. While you won’t learn about their favorite animal, you will learn about their ideal Sunday morning, which dead people would...

Iowa: Geoff Fruin, City of Iowa City, City Manager

Link: Iowa City Council unanimously votes to appoint Geoff Fruin as city manager What do we hope to learn from this series? We hope you will gain a better understanding of the unique characteristics of local government in each state, we hope you will learn that there are others like you who are motivated to make...

Conference Sneak Peek III: In the Trenches: Learning from Practical Experiences in Oregon Economic Development

In the Trenches: Learning from Practical Experiences in Oregon Economic Development Learn from real-world, real-time practical stories and experiences about economic development in Oregon. We’ll stay away from buzzwords and catch phrases, and instead focus on the tangible (and intangible) skills that are required to significantly impact economic development and changes in Oregon communities. This...

New Sensation with Jessica Nunley, Newberg Assistant Planner

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV-QGQVZv0k&w=420&h=315] Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this feature will serve as a way of introducing new members. While you won’t learn about their favorite animal, you will learn about their ideal Sunday morning, which dead people would...

Trackdown Management Features ELGL Article on David Donaldson

Trackdown Management Services is a great resource for keeping up to speed on the comings and goings of those in city management. Their July newsletter (starting on page 9) highlights ELGL's article "The Assistant with David Donaldson." Newsletter: http://www.trackdownmanagement.net/newsletters/2013-7b.pdf

Knope of the Week: Bonnie Svrcek, ICMA President and Lynchburg (VA) Deputy City Manager

American City & County Magazine Highlights Knope of the Week What is the Knope of the Week? It's ELGL's way of recognizing an individual or group of individuals who have excelled in promoting the public sector. Recipients may come from the public or private sector and are nominated by ELGL members. Recipients receive an incredible amount...

Presentation: Defining Moments, Lessons Learned and “Just One Thing” and More by Bonnie Svrcek, ICMA President

In case you missed it or you want to relive today's forum, check out Bonnie's PowerPoint which we have included below. Just One Thing, Bonnie Svrcek, ICMA President

Washington: Doug Schulze, Bainbridge Island City Manager and WCMA President

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uv5VhuUfwC4?feature=player_detailpage&w=640&h=360] Fifty Nifty Takeaways What do we hope to learn from this series? We hope you will gain a better understanding of the unique characteristics of local government in each state, we hope you will learn that there are others like you who are motivated to make a difference through the public sector, and...

15 Minutes of Fame Arrives in Oakridge

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zPfyN5TH0E&w=560&h=315] Although the controversy in Oakridge occurred more than a year ago, the details will finally be revealed on the Secret Millionaire on September 8. ABC describes the episode as, "George Rapier and his wife Kym, who own and run a multimillion-dollar healthcare business in Texas, leave their lavish lifestyle behind to go undercover...

99 ICMA Presidents and Bonnie Svrcek Is One - Updated with Agenda

ELGL Welcomes ICMA President Bonnie Svrcek to Oregon - Meeting Agenda Join ELGL on July 18, 2013 at Noon for a presentation from ICMA President Bonnie Svrcek. Bonnie is the 2nd woman president in the 99-year history of ICMA. The forum will be in the 8th floor conference room at the Columbia Square office building at 111 SW Columbia St, Portland OR. Related...

New Sensation with Jacques Livingston, PSU MPA Student and Former AmeriCorps Director, Olympic Peninsula YMCA

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV-QGQVZv0k&w=420&h=315] Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this feature will serve as a way of introducing new members. While you won’t learn about their favorite animal, you will learn about their ideal Sunday morning, which dead people would...

Four Score and Seven Years Ago.....ELGL Founding Fathers

The mention of the ELGL founding fathers in this week’s Knope of the Week post has generated interest in who else was at the inaugural ELGL meeting at Oswego Grill on September 14, 2010. We have your answer below along with the organization each person was with at the time. There was no speaker at the...

Executive Search with Marissa Karras, Karras Consulting

Our Take The ELGL "Executive Search" feature gives you an inside look into the world of executive recruitments. The world of executive searches is often misunderstood and carries a veil of secrecy. We hope, through these profiles, the veil will be lifted and you will better understand how to make yourself an attractive candidate for the...

Knope of the Week: Robyn Christie, Bend City Recorder and ELGL CO President

American City & County Magazine Highlights Knope of the Week What is the Knope of the Week? It's ELGL's way of recognizing an individual or group of individuals who have excelled in promoting the public sector. Recipients may come from the public or private sector and are nominated by ELGL members. Recipients receive an incredible amount...

A Tale of Two Cities: Refreshed & Energized With Continuing Education

This is the second installment in an ELGL original content series titled "A Tale of Two Internships" by University of Kansas MPA graduate Ashley Graff. Graff recently obtained a shared internship with the City of West Linn and the City of Sherwood. In this series, Graff provides perspective on the experience of working for two...

Utah: Rick Davis, West Jordan City Manager

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uv5VhuUfwC4?feature=player_detailpage&w=640&h=360] Fifty Nifty Takeaways What do we hope to learn from this series? We hope you will gain a better understanding of the unique characteristics of local government in each state, we hope you will learn that there are others like you who are motivated to make a difference through the public sector, and...

Josh's Job Search Finds a Permanent Home with City of Portland

One of the favorite bloggers in the two-year history of ELGL.org is now a permanent employee with the City of Portland. Josh was working on a six-month contract until recently when he was promoted to a full-time Revenue & Taxation Specialist II. Our one beef with Josh is based on this picture it appears he...

Updated: Conference Sneak Peek II: Communications Best Practices for Local Government Success

September 27: Doug Zenn, Zenn Associates will replace Dave Austin on the panel. Dave will be a featured speaker in the 2014 ELGL Speaker Series. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5PvAi8PTsI&w=420&h=315] What are the best ways to connect with the diverse demography in your community? How should you leverage social media for your organization? What are some of the emerging...

Colorado: Tim Gagen, Breckenridge Town Manager

Outgoing Breckenridge town manager Tim Gagen reflects on 40 years in local government What do we hope to learn from this series? We hope you will gain a better understanding of the unique characteristics of local government in each state, we hope you will learn that there are others like you who are motivated to...