From AI to workforce retention and sustainable governance, #ICMA2026 is bringing local government’s biggest ideas to Long Beach! Join ICMA TV host Melissa McCarty for conference highlights and a cross-country tour of communities using technology to drive innovation and economic growth. Watch the official ICMA TV YouTube playlist and follow along all week! bit.ly/4k2Y5ub

Your #ICMA2026 must-visit list starts here! From Long Beach landmarks to the ICMA Collaboration Zone, Melissa McCarty and Jessi Finley spotlight stops worth adding to your conference itinerary. Watch the tour and plan your next stop! bit.ly/4zx4hPI

Great assistant leaders bridge strategy and execution. Join Allison Scheck of Arvada, Colorado, at #ICMA2026 to strengthen your influence, navigate organizational dynamics, and lead from the second chair. Join us in Long Beach, Oct. 17–21! bit.ly/4i6Hrrc

How does the council-manager form of government work? From council chambers to community forums, ICMA and state associations help educate the public on how professional management strengthens accountability, transparency, and local leadership. Learn how this model works and why it matters. bit.ly/4zpDzZg

Strong networks build stronger public servants. The @LGHNgov connects professionals through mentorship, leadership development, peer learning, and cultural awareness. Membership is open to all! Discover the value of belonging! bit.ly/4jCXPlF

Disruption creates a choice: adapt or innovate. At #ICMA2026, Leigh-Ann Buchanan will challenge local government leaders to rethink innovation, harness their strengths, and turn new ideas into meaningful change. Register now and turn disruption into opportunity! bit.ly/41rFii0

Discover how local government leaders are advancing good governance, developing future talent, and creating thriving communities. The October issue of #PMMagazine celebrates the people and programs driving excellence. Read the latest issue! bit.ly/4rYltei

Celebrating the people and programs raising the bar for local government! Explore ICMA’s 2026 award winners, their stories, and the impact they’re making in communities. bit.ly/4xTdpg4 #ICMAAwards

Leaders don’t manage identities. They manage environments. Learn how to build a workplace where every employee decides if, when, and how to share. bit.ly/4yIkqSo #NationalComingOutDay

Trust is earned one interaction at a time. Leadership is tested through uncertainty and change. ICMA President Mike Land shares reflections on the values that strengthen communities. Discover the principles that move our profession forward. bit.ly/4hE5u1E

AI is changing fast, your approach to buying it should, too! Game Changer speaker Rachel Stern will share a fresh playbook for vetting, piloting, and procuring AI tools with an investor’s mindset. Register for #ICMA2026 and rethink how you buy AI. bit.ly/41rFii0

As polarization reaches the local level, professional management and ethics matter more than ever. @GFOA CEO and former city manager Chris Morrill shares how collaboration can help communities focus on a shared vision. Hear Chris’s perspective in the full interview. bit.ly/4i8qwp3

Strong leadership starts with the people around you. For Geraldine “Gerri” Pegues, it means building great teams, listening to different perspectives, and turning those insights into better solutions for the community. Hear Gerri share her leadership approach and more in this #ICMA Member Spotlight. Watch the full interview. bit.ly/4APcD6A

Ready to shape the 2027 ICMA Annual Conference? Share your expertise in Philadelphia, September 25–29, 2027. Don’t miss the deadline, submit your session proposal October 1–November 13, 2026! #ICMA2027 bit.ly/4mJwuwH

Leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about asking the right questions, learning from those around you, and leading with curiosity and confidence. Discover why becoming “the best student in the room” can be one of the most valuable leadership skills. bit.ly/47w9E5x

More than 5,000 local government leaders, one conference, countless ideas shaping what’s next for the profession. #ICMA2026 brings the local government community together this October! Get a look at what’s ahead. bit.ly/3TpXyb0

Launch your local government career with ICMA’s Local Government Management Fellowship (LGMF). Gain hands-on management experience, learn from local government leaders, and build lasting professional connections. Apply by Dec. 18! bit.ly/3TCRHPp

Student debt can make staying in public service harder. ICMA and @BySavi are helping local government employees understand their PSLF options and pursue the benefits they’ve earned. Learn how Savi can support your team. bit.ly/4ysPEg5

The value of #ICMA2026 goes beyond the sessions. The relationships you build can open doors, help you navigate challenges, and support your growth long after the conference ends. Hear more from Leann Watts-Williams and watch the full interview. bit.ly/3VfXUBB

Inside the Executive Director’s Corner: What does excellence in local government look like? Meet the people and programs shaping the profession and discover the stories behind ICMA’s 2026 award winners. Find this story and much more in the latest #PMMagazine. bit.ly/4iUITPi