For 250 years, local governments have served as the most immediate expression of American democracy. That work does not end when an ordinance is adopted. In many ways, it begins there. Maintaining them is one of the most important acts of civic stewardship local leaders can perform.
Across the country, state municipal associations are serving as behind-the-scenes champions—advocating, educating, and empowering the people who keep our communities running.
Many experienced workers in government have left their jobs to seek greener pastures. Discover how municipalities nationwide are adopting new strategies to keep experienced workers and attract new ones.
Even in a pandemic, local government doesn’t stand still. Remaining legislatively active, these topics have surfaced as trends for municipal legislators across the country.
The 2020 Municipal Clerks Honor Roll was revealed on May 19 with more than 180 clerks honored from Maine to California.