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November 2024

Message From the Director

A strategic driver for the PPMC is to help organizations best optimize resources. As we head into the last month of the year, my request to you is to take inventory of your own personal resources. In this case, your resources of time and energy. 


As you look back upon the year, have you spent your time and energy on issues and efforts that are important to you, your organization, your community? This does not necessarily mean these issues are solved, but have you made progress? Are you spending your most precious resources of time and energy, where you want to spend them? If not, what can be done differently next year?


My hope is that you have spent your time and energy on those items that matter to you, your organization, and your community. In the last year, the PPMC has been heavily involved with numerous community partners on the issue of homelessness. The work is always complex, sometimes heart wrenching, and a few times “beat head on the wall” frustrating. I am so glad we have spent our time and energy with fabulous partners in our community to make progress for our most vulnerable populations.


Finally, I hope you take the opportunity to recharge your resources during the holiday season. From the heart, it is truly our privilege at the PPMC to work with great public servants that show up in all sectors. We wish you a strong finish in 2024. 

Misty Bruckner

Director

Access & Engagement

The Access and Engagement team attended Storytime Village's Read & Rise Breakfast Gala this month, where Wichita Collective Impact was honored as the Literacy Legacy Award recipient.


Thank you to our partners—Cargill, Wichita Public Schools, and Greater Wichita YMCA—for supporting this initiative! #BetterTogether

Applied Research & Collaboration

The Applied Research and Collaboration team conducted a fire medical transport analysis for the Topeka Fire Department, addressing the City Council’s questions on EMS service levels and recommendations. With an understanding of the complexities of integrating TFD with the contractual ambulance provider, the team provided informed recommendations to guide future policy decisions.

Talent & Organizational Success

The Talent team managed registration for the 2024 Governor's Water Conference, assisting in the check-in of over 600 attendees. Our responsibilities included preparing nametags, handling on-site registrations, and providing event support. We're happy to support the Kansas Water Office in making this event a success.

Operations

The Operations Team was on site for the 2024 KSGFOA Conference in Olathe, KS. We are so honored to provide support to finance professionals throughout the state who manage the financial affairs of municipalities, counties, schools, state agencies, utilities, and special authorities.

Meet Team PPMC

We are thrilled to welcome Jamie Buster to Team PPMC! With a Bachelor of Marketing and a Master of Public Administration, Jamie has joined us as the Talent and Professional Services Manager. Welcome to #TeamPPMC Jamie! 


Learn more about Jamie.

Read Jamie's Bio.

Join Us

Join the Local Government Network for 2025.


Will your city/county join the Local Government Network (LGN) for 2025?


When your city/county joins LGN, all employees and elected officials can participate in the LGN programs offered in 2025, except the monthly Managers Roundtable. In 2024, 29 cities and 5 counties in central Kansas benefited from membership. Click here to check if your organization is a member. 

More Information

Applied Research & Collaboration


Core Services:

Survey Research

Program Evaluation

Organizational Assessment

Policy Research

Access & Engagement


Core Services:

Strategic Planning

Community Initiatives

Strategic Engagement

Talent & Organizational Success


Core Services:

Professional Development

Association Support

Conference Administration

Executive Coaching



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