AUGUST 18, 2022
Diverse perspectives in IIMC Membership and Leadership are critical to the Organization's ongoing success. IIMC views its members’ diverse backgrounds and interests as assets and is committed to promoting inclusive environments where members from across the Municipal Clerk profession feel valued, respected and welcomed. IIMC will not discriminate based on profession, race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, appearance, geographic location or professional level. IIMC is committed to having Board members that are representative of the diverse make-up of its membership.
August 2022 Issue of the News Digest Is Now Available
In this issue:
  • IIMC President's Message
  • Meet The Members Of IIMC's International Relations Committee
  • SLCC's Civility & Respect Project
  • Supporting Community Growth With User-Centered Zoning
  • How To Use A Consent Agenda To Save Time And Focus On Critical Matters
  • Five Procurement Strategies For Public Sector Organizations To Make A Positive Impact
  • 77th IIMC Annual Conference Spread
  • Region/Provincial/National News
  • The Strategy: Host A Vote Party!
  • IIMC Community Pays Tribute To Kassie Van Remortel
  • Calendar
IIMC Board of Directors Special Meeting: TODAY, August 18, 9:00 AM PT
The IIMC Board of Directors are scheduled to meet virtually for a special meeting TODAY, August 18 at 9:00 AM PT. This meeting will stream live via YouTube.

All IIMC members are welcome to attend, no registration needed.
IIMC Announces Members For New Education Advisory Group
The Education Advisory Group (EAG) is composed of eight Institute Directors who work with the IIMC Education Department, specifically, Dr. Rodriguez, providing perspective on Institutes and Clerk education. The EAG members are:
Laura Flagg – New Jersey
Kim Jones – Arkansas
Kassie Van Remortal – Wisconsin
Jason Camp, Ph.D. – Mississippi NEW Member!
Ellen Freeman-Wakefield - Nebraska
Tanner Vario – Utah NEW Member!
Joann Tilton – CA (NW)
Johnathan Bourne – The Society of Local Council Clerks (SLCC) the UK NEW Member!
OPEN FOR REGISTRATION! 2022 Online Professional Development Program: Q4

Listen To Your Body! Navigating Stress In The Workplace

Tuesday, October 18, 2022 @10 am PT

Rhonda Daley, MBA
UW - Green Bay Announces Supervisory Leadership Certificate
Held via Zoom: September - December

  • September 8: Understanding Your Strengths and the Strengths of Others (CORE COURSE)
  • Using CliftonStrengths 34 Assessment
  • September 30: Developing an Adaptive Leadership Mindset
  • October 13: Helping Your Team Achieve Organizational Management
  • November 3: The Roadmap to High Performing Teams
  • November 17: Conflict Resolution Rather than Toxic Drama
  • December 1: Developing an Action Plan (only for full certificate) (CAPSTONE COURSE)
You’re invited: Records Management Essentials to Optimize Public Services
Optimize Public Services with a Digital Records Management Solution

Wednesday, August 24, 2022 -- 11 am (PDT)


You are invited to join an educational webinar to see how organizations like the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) are streamlining administrative processes and saving time with a digital records management system.

Attend this live, 1-hour webinar to learn how a digital records management system helps:

  • Eliminate paper-based processes that waste employee time and decrease productivity
  • Create ready access to information and automate repetitive, manual tasks
  • Reduce delays in core business processes like records management, public records requests, and other service-based requests
  • Build easy-to-implement solutions that both your department employees and IT staff can agree upon

There is no fee to attend and since this webinar is live, you will also be able to ask questions and chat directly with subject matter experts. Take advantage of this learning opportunity!

Contact: Tala Baltazar, Laserfiche Director of Corporate Relations for questions.
IIMC Career Center - JOB OPENINGS
  • Puget Sound Regional Council, Washington - Administrative Assistant II NEW
  • City of Lawrenceville, Georgia - Assistant City Clerk NEW
  • City of Travelers Rest, South Carolina - City Clerk/Treasurer NEW
  • Town of Marana, Arizona - Town Clerk NEW
  • San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, California - Assistant Authority Clerk I NEW
  • City of Orange City, Florida - City Clerk NEW
  • City of Gillette, Wyoming - City Clerk NEW
  • City of Hollister, California - City Clerk
  • Loudon County, Virginia - Assistant Deputy Clerk
  • City of Soldotna, Alaska - City Clerk
  • City of Burien, Washington - Deputy City Clerk FEATURED
  • City of Ormond Beach, Florida - Support Services Administrator
  • City of Newport, Oregon - Deputy City Recorder FEATURED
  • Riverside County, California - Chief Deputy Registrar of Voters
  • Town of Bay Harbor Islands, Florida - Deputy Town Clerk FEATURED
  • City of Willows, California - City Clerk-Assistant to the City Manager
  • City of Venice, Florida - Records Manager
Calling All Mentors: Mentor The Next Generation Of Public Service Leaders
iMentor is an education non-profit and youth mentoring program working to empower first-generation college students to graduate high school, succeed in college, and achieve their ambitions through one-on-one mentorships. Many of iMentor students identify as people of color, are international students, or speak languages other than English. Many iMentor students are interested in local government and public service careers!

iMentor regions are located in New York City, Oakland, Baltimore, and Chicago.

Looking for a chance to give back and join an incredible community of volunteers? To take the next step to becoming a mentor: https://imentor.org/get-involved/become-a-mentor

iMentor is recruiting adult volunteer mentors for NEXT school year (2022-2023).
Sign Up for IIMC Calendar and News Alerts
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Scroll down on the home page to "Upcoming Events," and click on Notify me for Upcoming Events and Calendar items or simply click on the button below. Select from a list of calendars.

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The American Red Cross has declared its first national blood crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced a decline in donor turnout. Visit https://3cu.be/blood to download the American Red Cross app to make an appointment at a location near you. Each donation can impact up to three lives.

Join IIMC's team! Click "Impact" at the bottom right of the screen and "My Team" at the top of the next screen. Search "IIMC."
IIMC Windfall Affinity Program
Regions 1-9 Members of IIMC can access exclusive discounts on products and services you use most. The best part, it’s completely FREE. No fees, no obligations – just great business and personal saving benefits!

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