Swope, Chris
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Swope, Chris
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2013 ANNUAL CONFERENCE REGION GRANTS
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Where is the next IIMC
The Board approved two grants per region to be used toward the 2013 Conference in Atlantic City, NJ.
The grant allows two members in each Region an opportunity to receive a grant award, covering
registration, for the 2013 Conference. Grant information is available on the IIMC website.
Annual Conference?
SPECIAL MESSAGE TO IIMC MEMBERS
I know that many of you are still thinking and praying for our members that experienced the full
impact of Hurricane Sandy. Many of them are still dealing with the aftermath of this storm and will
be doing so for a long time.
Atlantic City, NJ
At our Mid-Year meeting in November, the Board agreed to offering an opportunity for our members
to show your support in a tangible way. There is a company in the Springfield, MO area that is selling
“Stronger than Sandy” t-shirts. The shirts sell for $10, with $6 from each shirt going to Convoy of
Hope, for the victims of Hurricane Sandy. Below is a photo of the shirt and website information.
Not a t-shirt type person? No problem, simply purchase one and then donate it to be sent to someone
RSVP
Let us know you’re coming,
and if there is any particular
education session you'd like to
see!
in New Jersey or New York. The Convoy of Hope is still making regular trips to that area and will
Things to do in New Jersey
gladly take them!
*IIMC does not receive any of the proceeds from the sale of this t-shirt.
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2013 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The Preliminary Program for IIMC's 2013 Conference in Atlantic City, NJ is available online. Register
online now- we look forward to seeing you there!
FACC/ Florida Institute Webinar- ALL WELCOME!
News Alert! The Florida Association of City Clerks will be holding a two-hour webinar on “Succession
Planning” this Thursday, December 13, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 pm (EST) and they have a few more
lines available for City Clerks in other locations who would like to attend. Although this particular
“Succession Planning” module was developed for the City of Delray Beach, Florida, it is not “statespecific” and encompasses broad concepts and strategies for every municipal
organization. Registration is $75 per person and can be faxed or emailed to Liane Schrader at the
Florida League of Cities (please contact Amy Brewer for registration forms). Once your registration is
received, FACC/FIG will send you instructions for logging in and participating in this very important
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webinar! You only need a phone line (the call-in number is toll-free) and an internet connection. If
you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amy Brewer, The John Scott Dailey Florida
Institute of Government, at (850) 487-1870 or email [email protected]. Thank you and hope to
“see you” there on Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 2:00 pm!
*This webinar has been approved for 2 hours of CMC/MMC education credit.
PHOTO GALLERY
The IIMC Photo Gallery, filling fast with pictures of Clerks in action all around the world, is available
for perusal on the IIMC website. Take a gander, or send your own, your State Association, local
chapter, or community events, and other items of interest, to Communication Coordinator Emily
Maggard.
QUILL AWARD
The Quill Award is a prestigious award established to recognize Municipal Clerks who have
distinguished themselves by making a significant and exemplary contribution to their community,
their state or province and, in particular, IIMC and their peers. Find more information, or nominate
someone for this esteemed award, visit the IIMC website.
PROGRAM EXCELLENCE IN GOVERNANCE
The Program Excellence in Governance Award fosters excellence in governance and to enhance
participation by IIMC members in their government entity and community. The award encourages
members to strive for excellence and to seek greater opportunities to develop innovative programs
and techniques that will greatly benefit their communities and citizens and results in increased
professional development and stature for Municipal Clerks.
The award is to be given to those IIMC members (as defined by IIMC's Constitution) who have
created and implemented programs or can provide specific examples of the elements of superior
leadership as outlined in the seven adopted criteria.
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2013 BOARD VACANCIES
Make A Difference In IIMC's And Your Own Future!
DEADLINE – January 18, 2013
As an IIMC member, have you ever wanted to make an impact on your Organization? Have you ever
wanted to shape policies, programs and develop strategies to help your colleagues? Can IIMC benefit
from your ideas and perspectives? Do you want to convey to 9,500 colleagues that you value the
efforts of your Organization and that you want to have a voice in its growth and future? Do you want
your decisions, direction and vision about IIMC's future to directly impact the membership?
If you've answered yes to any of these questions, then it's time to take that initial step forward and put
your leadership and knowledge to task by serving as an IIMC Board of Director.
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Candidate's Guide
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Director Qualifications
2013 Board vacancies are available in the following Regions:
I – CT, ME, MA, NH, NY, RI, VT
II – DE, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV
III – AL, FL, GA, NC, SC
V – IN, KY, MI, OH, TN
VIII – AZ, CO, ID, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, SD, UT, WY
IX – AK, CA, HI, OR, WA
X – CANADA
IIMC encourages any member interested in applying for the Board of Directors to attend the
upcoming Annual Board meeting to get a perspective on the Organization and the Board’s
involvement. The 2013 Annual Board meeting will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013 in Atlantic City,
NJ, prior to the Conference.
For more information about the process, Director qualifications, forms and Candidate’s Guide, please
visit www.iimc.com and click on Board of Directors. Or, if you have any questions regarding the
process or are interested in attending the meetings, please contact Executive Director Chris Shalby at
[email protected] or 909/944-4162.
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