FCCMA 2026 Awards Program

The Florida City and County Management Association’s (FCCMA) annual awards program recognizes the achievements of its members and their significant contributions to the management of local government in Florida. The program includes more than a dozen categories for both awards and scholarship prizes. Awardees from every category are nominated and selected by their peers.

It is an honor to celebrate these outstanding individuals whose achievements strengthen our cities, counties, and the next generation of public professionals,” said FCCMA President Terry Atchley.

Click on Ken, Kelvin, Jeremy, and Dallas’ pictures to watch videos from members congratulating them on their awards.

Congratulations to this year’s award and scholarship recipients!

Richard (Dick) Simmons Lifetime Achievement Award

Given to an exemplary member who has served the profession or the association with steadfast dedication, innovation and the highest standard of excellence. This award is a memorial to Dick Simmons – pioneer in the profession, past FCCMA president, range rider emeritus and a 60+ year FCCMA member.

Ken Parker – Senior Advisor Coordinator, ICMA/FCCMA

Michael J. Roberto Award for Career Development

Recognizes a member who has made a significant contribution to the development of new talent in professional local government management (internships, mentoring, etc.). This award is a memorial to Michael Roberto, a past president of the FCCMA and a recognized leader in the development of public management careers.

Kelvin Baker
Deputy City Manager, Miramar

Award for Professional Management Excellence

Recognizes an outstanding and long-term local government administrator who has fostered representative democracy by enhancing the effectiveness of local elected officials and by consistently initiating creative and successful programs.

Jeremy Allen
Village Manager, Tequesta

Assistant for Excellence in Leadership Award

Given to a member who has significantly demonstrated excellence in leadership while serving as an assistant (regardless of title) to a chief local government administrator or department head.

 

Dallas Lee
Assistant City Manager/CFO, Newberry

If You Care, You Do! Award

Given by the board of directors to an FCCMA member for going above and beyond on a project or program.

Casey Lucius
City Manager, Marco Island

Micah Maxwell
FCCMA Past President

Horace McHugh
Deputy City Manager, North Lauderdale

FCCMA’s Rising Star Award

Recognizes local government leaders in Florida with less than 10 years of local government experience for their personal and professional excellence. Those selected are among the industry’s top emerging talent and will be an integral part of the FCCMA and local government administration for years to come.

Nicole Delfino
Strategy and Sustainability Manager, Dunedin

FCCMA’s Lifesaver Award

Recognizes FCCMA members who have employed or contracted Members in Transition (MIT) in any capacity.

Michael Sargis
City Manager, North Lauderdale

President’s Award

Given by the president in appreciation for individual(s) who have unswervingly supported the profession of city and county management.

Jeremiah Glisson
Deputy City Manager, Fernandina Beach

Outgoing Executive Board Award

Given by the board of directors and membership to an outgoing member of the board in recognition of voluntary leadership.

Mark Cunningham
FCCMA Past President

President’s Gavel Plaque

Given in recognition of voluntary leadership to the outgoing president by the board of directors and membership.

Sarah Campbell, ICMA-CM
City Manager, Fernandina Beach

B. Harold Farmer Scholarship

Given in memory of an FCCMA past president, this academic scholarship provides a stipend to attend the annual conference.

Sean Naughton
Master of Public Administration
Florida Gulf Coast University

Raymond C. Sittig Scholarship

Given in memory of Raymond C. Sittig, the longtime executive director of the Florida League of Cities, this scholarship provides a stipend to attend annual conference.

Josh Starr
Master of Public Administration
University of South Florida

Aspiring Professional Manager Scholarship

Provides tuition assistance and includes a stipend to attend the annual conference.

Kristina Majeski
Master of Public Administration
Florida Gulf Coast University

Aspiring Professional Manager Scholarship

Provides tuition assistance and includes a stipend to attend the annual conference.

Shalima Mohamed
Doctor of Public Administration
Nova Southeastern University

Past Presidents’ Scholarship

Given by the FCCMA past presidents, this conference scholarship provides complimentary registration and hotel stay to attend the FCCMA annual conference.

Abigale Woods
Employee Development and Performance Administrator
Charlotte County

Emerging Leaders’ Scholarship

Given to a public administration student or entry-level city/county management staff member, this conference scholarship provides complimentary registration and hotel stay to attend the FCCMA annual conference.

Amanda Huber
Town Manager
Bronson

FCCMA Service Awards

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