"The question is no longer, 'How do I fill this vacancy?' It is: 'How do I build a pipeline?'" In this month's Management Messenger, retired city manager Jim Proce reframes the local government workforce challenge. Read it here. tcma.org/647/October-2026#me…
Headed to the ICMA Annual Conference in Long Beach? 🌴 Join fellow Texans at the Annual Texas State Reception. Come reconnect with colleagues from across the state — details in the October Management Messenger. tcma.org/647/October-2026#ic…
Headed to the ICMA Annual Conference in Long Beach, Oct 17–21? Don't miss the Annual Texas State Reception for TCMA members on Monday, Oct 19, from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at Gladstone's Long Beach. Details are in the September Management Messenger. See you in California! 🌴
This month's Ethics Corner, by Dr. Jonathan B. Flores, City Manager of Pharr, explores what happens when ethics and leadership meet — and why the small, everyday choices matter most. Read it here. tcma.org/647/September-2026#…
TCMA is glad to welcome our newest members! Joining us this month: Joseph Peart (Shenandoah), Michael Gudgel (Denison), and Casey Lewis (Mansfield), plus student members Justin Anastasiades, Gregory Corrigan, and Tyrone Stacy. Welcome to TCMA — we're glad to have you on the team!
In this month's Management Messenger, John Cabrales and Renee O'Neill of the City of New Fairview explain why every city manager should understand court operations. Read it here: tcma.org/647/September-2026#…
This month we're celebrating Distinguished Member Terrell Blodgett, who turned 103 on September 15! 🎉 Happy birthday, and thank you, Terrell.
It's Friday Night Lights season in Texas 🏈 and the September Management Messenger is ready for kickoff! September edition online now at tcma.org/647/September-2026
👏🏻TCMA congratulates TCMA Life Member and Senior Advisor A.C. Gonzalez as a recipient of the 2026 ICMA Distinguished Service Award. Learn more in the August edition of TCMA's Management Messenger here 👉 tcma.org/645/August-2026#ICM…
The best sign of ethical leadership? When a tough issue arises, your staff already knows what you'll do. Read the Ethics Corner in the August newsletter 👉 tcma.org/645/August-2026#eth… #TCMA #Ethics #LocalGov #CityManagement
⏳ LAST CALL — TCMI Scholarship applications close TODAY, 5:00 p.m., Friday, Aug 21. If you're a TCMA member ready to take the next step in your leadership journey, submit before the deadline.
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Why do some organizations thrive while others struggle despite talented people and solid plans? In this Management Messenger, Jason Mangum digs into organizational culture. A worthwhile read 👉 tcma.org/645/August-2026#mem…
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Emerging leaders, this one's for you 🌟 Scholarships are available for the Texas City Management Institute. Open to TCMA members with at least six months in local government. Applications close 5:00 p.m. Friday, Aug 21. Don't wait!
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ICYMI 📬 The August issue of the TCMA Management Messenger is here! Read it now 👉 tcma.org/645/August-2026
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In this month’s Ethics Corner, Tim reflects on how the Code’s 12 tenets quietly guide the hundreds of decisions city managers make each week, and why that firm foundation matters most when decisions are challenged.
Read it in the Management Messenger: tcma.org/643/July-2026
After 45 years in local government, retired city manager Jim Proce reflects on leadership, legacy, and finding new purpose after the position. Read “From Position to Purpose” in the July Management Messenger: tcma.org/643/July-2026
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A new chapter for TCMA! Please join us in welcoming Steve Williams, City Manager of Schertz, as our 2026–2027 TCMA President.
Read all about it in the July Management Messenger: tcma.org/643/July-2026
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Just getting back from vacation?
Catch up with TCMA here: tcma.org/643/July-2026
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What does it mean to hold the line when no one is watching? Diana Sáenz-López, City Manager of Coleman, tackles that question in this month's Ethics Corner — and it's a must-read for every local government professional. Find it in the May newsletter at tcma.org/641/May-2026.
