January/February 2012 · Volume 94 · Number 1

Picturing It: The Year 2020 Local government professionals predict what the profession will be like in the year 2020.  Read article

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Dealing with Public Mistrust

How managers can get through some truly difficult situations. 
Dana K. Lee, Mechanic Falls, Maine.
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Think You Can’t Measure Resident Engagement? Think Again!*

And does measuring it really make a difference? 
Laura Allen, Colma, California, and Amanda Thompson, Decatur, Georgia.
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Encore! Encore!*

How to transition from your local government job but stay connected to the profession. 
Kevin O’Rourke, Fairfield, California; Michael Garvey, San Carlos, California; Rod Wood, Beverly Hills, California; Frank Benest , Palo Alto, California.
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Lexington-Fayette County, Kentucky: The Path to Energy Efficiency Using ENERGY STAR® Initiatives

ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy, helping residents, business owners, and government agencies to save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. 
Danielle Goodwin, Washington, D.C.
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Municipal Bonds: Reflecting on 2011

Although the early part of 2011 was a rough patch for municipal bonds, the remainder of 2011 brought normalcy; and many expect 2012 to continue this trend. 
Joshua Franzel, Washington, D.C.
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Ethics Matter!

Getting Compensation Right 

On Point

What Are Your New Year's Resolutions for 2012? 

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Management Minute*

Toward Utility Fees
Top 5 Ways to Impress Your Global Warming Friends 

Commentary*

Maintain the Sharpest Tools
A Book, an Essay Contest, and a Video Game 

Council Relations

Starting Your New Board or Council Off Right 

Tech Touch*

Streamlining Multiple Processes 

Short Story*

Election Night 

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