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Knopes of the Week: City of Hillsboro and Hillsboro Hops

Before we move forward, take a look back at the 52 recipients from 2012. Each recipient will tell you that life has changed dramatically with the recognition, similar to a lottery winner minus the money and notoriety. ELGL proudly notes that before awarding a Knope of the Week we test the potential recipient for performance...

New Sensation with Stephanie Tripp, Oregon Health Authority, Public Affairs

Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this blog feature will serve as a means 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 they...

Webinar: Communicating From the City Manager's Office Featuring Sean Stegall

After the resounding success of our last ELGL webinar featuring Alex McIntyre, the City Manager of Menlo Park, California, we are pleased to offer another online-only opportunity to hear from a leading local government professionals - City Manager Sean Stegall from Elgin, Illinois. Join us on May 14 at noon from a computer of your...

Part IV: A Passion for Public Service Headed to Chapel Hill

Part I, Part II, and Part III - A Passion for Public Service with Rafael Baptista [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=78O6--THTF0&w=560&h=315] Simply from reading the news, one can easily infer that our communities (locally, regionally, and nationally) face critical decisions regarding our future. Amid this backdrop, I made the decision this fall that I was going to pursue a Master in Public...

Knope of the Week: Greg Baker, Damascus City Manager

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPr936y2veQ&w=420&h=315] After a long holiday break including a brief jump off the fiscal cliff, the Knope of the Week is rested and ready to anoint the standouts in the local government arena for 2013. This year recipients will not only the incredible fame and glory associated with the award, but they will be recognized...

New Sensation with Andrew Spaeth, Oregon State Master of Public Policy

Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this blog feature will serve as a means 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 they...

ELGL Willamette Valley Forum with Sarah Medary, Eugene Assistant City Administrator

ELGL Willamette Valley is very pleased to present Sarah Medary, Assistant City Administrator at the City of Eugene, as this month’s lunch forum guest. Title: Current Eugene Issues, Q&A Session Presenter: Sarah Medary, Assistant City Administrator, City of Eugene Date: April 18, 2013 – 12:00-1:00 p.m. Location: Atrium Building, 99 W 10th Ave., Sloat Conference Room Description: Participants will be...

Agenda: Forum with Greg Baker, Damascus City Manager

Meeting Agenda: ELGL Forum with Greg Baker Consider carpooling: Can I Bum a Ride to the Forum with Greg Baker, Damascus City Manager? Who: Greg Baker, Damascus City Manager What: Greg will discuss his career in city management including lessons learned from his time spent in Missouri. Baker spent seven years as an assistant city manager for Kansas City...

New Sensation with Zach Henkin, Sunlight Solar Energy, Operations Manager

Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this blog feature will serve as a means 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 they...

New Sensation with Carlos Soriano, Business & Employment Specialist at State of Oregon

Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this blog feature will serve as a means 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 they...

Knope of the Week: Baby Boomers

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WYrv-FY-47M&w=560&h=315] After a long holiday break including a brief jump off the fiscal cliff, the Knope of the Week is rested and ready to anoint the standouts in the local government arena for 2013. This year recipients will not only the incredible fame and glory associated with the award, but they will be recognized...

Takeaways with Steve Bryant, Former Albany City Manager

To understand the passion that Steve Bryant has for local government one must only read his article titled "The Sacrifice and Rewards of Public Service." Luckily for the residents of Albany and the many local government professionals in Oregon who view Steve as a mentor, Steve had incredible skill and was extremely effective at turning his...

Resume Review With Heather Gantz, Waldron HR

To date, we’ve had an overwhelming response to the Emerging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) network “Resume Book,” an opportunity to showcase your resume to a wide variety of employers in the region. Thank you for your interest in this unique opportunity for ELGL members. Providing opportunities like the Resume Book is consistent with ELGL’s commitment...

Play Ball! Hillsboro Hops GM Highlights ELGL Forum on April 17

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ueo2_gxn37s&w=560&h=315] Join ELGL for a conversation with K.L. Wombacher, Executive Vice President & General Manager of the Hillsboro Hops on April 17 at noon. The forum will be held at Ronler Acres (Station 3) Fire Station. City of Hillsboro staff will be hand to provide the City's perspective of the new team in town. Space...

New Sensation with Ellen Currier, Lane Council of Governments

Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this blog feature will serve as a means 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 they...

New Sensation with Eric Battles, University of Southern California

Since ELGL is not a big fan of icebreakers and since we would rather not know what animal you want to be, this blog feature will serve as a means 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 they...

An MPA From My Apt: Short and Sour

I was finishing up my dinner and watching an episode of what may or may not have been South Park when I checked the clock on my cell phone. It read 6:30 on the dot; time for class to start. Slightly upset that my schedule did not allow me to finish a half hour episode, I started the...

Knope of the Week: Victor Sin, City of Beaverton

[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeQssS61_mg&w=560&h=315] After a long holiday break including a brief jump off the fiscal cliff, the Knope of the Week is rested and ready to anoint the standouts in the local government arena for 2013. This year recipients will not only the incredible fame and glory associated with the award, but they will be recognized...

Part IV: The Monthly Development with Pat Mobley

The wait is over, here is the fourth installment of the Monthly Development with Pat Mobley. Oregon’s Brewing Bounty March 27, 2013 It’s March madness and I hope you all participated in the ELGL bracket challenge. My bracket has 12 teams heading for the Sweet 16. For my first installment this year, I have chosen...

Updated (4/9): Who's Who's in the Resume Book

So you are wondering who else is going to be in this Resume Book that I keep hearing about. Well to answer your question we are listing the organization and function for each of the resumes that have been submitted. And to answer your other question, you do not have to be job searching to...