Dr. Keith A. Clinkscale, Director of Strategic Planning and Performance Management, Palm Beach County, and Dr. Addie Javed, Director of Public Works and Floodplain Administrator, Indian River County When we think about transforming our organizations, especially in local government, we often turn to strategic plans, performance metrics, and new technologies. But after years of leading…
How long have you been an FCCMA member, and why did you join? I recently re-joined a few months ago, but was previously a student member while attending the University of Central Florida. Are you an ICMA member? Why did you join, and how long have you been a member? Yes. I am a…
The following membership applications have been received. If no current member comes forth with a reason why these applicants should not be approved as members, he/she will be approved for membership: Audrey Ables, District VII, Assistant to the County Administrator, Pinellas County, Affiliate Member; Richard Berrios, District IV, City Attorney, City of Port St. Lucie,…
I’m excited about our upcoming FCCMA Annual Conference. This year’s conference will be held at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, from May 28th to May 31st. Our dedicated conference committee has been working hard to finalize the sessions, and it’s shaping up to be an amazing event. Click here for the conference agenda. Some…
How long have you been an FCCMA member, and why did you join? I was a student member for several years back in the early 2000s. I recently joined as a Full Member in January 2025 after being promoted to Deputy County Manager in August 2024. I joined FCCMA to increase my knowledge as a…
Claire Jubb, Assistant County Administrator, Charlotte County For years, employee evaluations in local government have primarily measured task completion, efficiency, and output. While these factors are important, they do not fully capture what makes a workplace successful. Recognizing the need for a shift, Charlotte County is in the process of rolling out a new evaluation…
The following membership application has been received. If no current member comes forth with a reason why the applicant should not be approved as a member, he/she will be approved for membership: Azita Behmardi, District V, Assistant City Manager, City of Wilton Manors, Full Member; Robin Fenwick, District II, Assistant City Manager, City of Port…
Congratulations to the City of Wauchula, the FCCMA 2025 Photo Contest Winner. This photo will be featured on the cover of the 2025-2026 Membership Directory. By Katie Wheeler, Communications Coordinator, City of Wauchula The winning image is an awe-inspiring aerial view of one of the boardwalks in Peace River Park. Photographer 863Aerials said, “This photo…
