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In an era of rapid change and evolving public expectations, local government leaders gathered at the 2025 International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Annual Conference not just to share challenges but to forge solutions. The event provided a clear directive: to build trust and navigate complexity in communities, local governments must innovate their approaches to community engagement, technology, and infrastructure. This recap provides valuable, actionable insights for officials dedicated to cultivating resilient and thriving communities.
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