NOVEMBER 16, 2021
IIMC Celebrates Its 75th Year of Supporting Clerks
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.
November 2021 Issue of the News Digest Is Now Available!
In this issue:
  • IIMC President's Message
  • Getting Involved In Your Organization By Volunteering On An IIMC Committee
  • Meet IIMC's Director Of Professional Development
  • Nominations Invited For The Annual Institute Director Award Of Excellence
  • London Borough To Install "World Densest" Air Sensor Network
  • IIMC Midyear Board Meeting Recap
  • You're Right About Your Belief In Yourself
  • Regional/Provincial/National News
  • 2022 IIMC Board Vacancies: Make A Difference In IIMC's And Your Future!
  • 2022 Quill Award
  • Conference Spread - Little Rock
  • Clerk Memoirs From The Pandemic: Elections
  • 2022 PEGA Award
  • Calendar

Do you have items to include in the next IIMC News Digest? Submit them to Karen Lee at karen@iimc.com.
IIMC Partners With Diligent For A FREE Online Learning Opportunity
Emergency Communications: Or What To Do When A Tree Falls On Your Office

A hurricane rolling through Iowa may sound like the plot from an off-off Broadway production of Wizard of Oz, but that is exactly what happened in Clinton, IA last fall. City Clerk, Lisa Frederick, was still executing her COVID plan when her community suffered catastrophic damage from a Derecho--an inland hurricane. She quickly learned that going from having a plan to enacting your plan on top of another plan was a huge task. The City Clerk's role is crucial during a disaster or emergency. Initiating different vectors of communication and contingencies for each must be thought through in advance in order to be effective when time is of the essence.

We will consider the important parts of Continuity of Operations Planning (COOP) and how different expertise/experiences might affect different roles and discuss the types and means of records retention that must be enacted quickly when disaster strikes. Join us as we discuss emergency communications in real life situations. Topics will include:

  • Role of the Clerk/Secretary in emergency situations
  • Specific documents that must be created and retained in compliance with open meeting laws even in crisis situations
  • Communications planning
  • Including a digital plan in your crisis response in case "Plan B" isn't accessible

Date and Time: December 7, 2021, 1 PM ET (10 AM PT, 11 AM MT, Noon CT, 6PM Universal Time [UK])

Fee: FREE!

Point approval: 0.5 CMC Education or 0.5 MMC Advanced Education points with completed learning assessment.

2022 IIMC Conference Sneak Peek Planning Packet Available
The 2022 Conference Sneak Peek Planning Packet is LIVE on the 2022 IIMC Annual Conference page.

Information included in this Sneak Peek Planning Packet:
  • Hotel and Rental Car information (reservation codes) - Hotels are now accepting reservations!
  • Budget template - This form is for your planning purposes only. It is not a registration form.
  • Justification letter template - This form is for your planning purposes only.
  • Guidance for downloading the IIMC Conference App.

Don't forget to join the 2022 IIMC Annual Conference - Little Rock, Arkansas Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/2022iimcconflittlerock/.
2022 IIMC Foundation Scholarships and Grants Are LIVE!

Let's make 2022 the year we break the cycle of unclaimed scholarships and grants. Take the "No Funds Left Behind" Scholarship And Grant Challenge and apply today!
Deadline EXTENDED:
January 31, 2022
Deadline: March 1, 2022
2022 IIMC Annual Conference Grants
The Conference Grant Program is designed to allow two IIMC members from each of IIMC's eleven regions to attend the 2022 IIMC Annual Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas May 22-25, 2022. If awarded a grant, IIMC Foundation will cover the cost of your IIMC Annual Conference Registration. That's 22 FREE Conference registrations! Click the button below to learn more and apply.
HOT TIP: If there is any possibility that you might attend this conference, we encourage you to apply. You may change your intention to attend at any time.
2022-2023 CMC/MMC Institute Scholarships
The CMC/MMC scholarship program was created to assist with the costs of attending an IIMC approved in-person or virtual Institute or Academy program for those working toward IIMC's professional designations. Don't know where to find your local Institute or Academy? Find the program information HERE. The scholarship program was established in 1986 and since the program's inception, more than 1,600 scholarships have been awarded! For the 2022-2023 year, recipients will receive up to a $400 CMC or $400 MMC scholarship reimbursement after completion of a program taking place between June 1, 2022 and May 31, 2023. Click the button below to learn more and apply.
IIMC Career Center - JOB OPENINGS
  • Metrolink, Los Angeles, California - Board Secretary NEW
  • City of Grand Junction, Colorado - City Clerk NEW
  • City of Emeryville, California - Deputy City Clerk NEW
  • City of Ralston, Nebraska - City Clerk
  • City of Vernon, California - Deputy City Clerk
  • City of Soldotna, Alaska - City Clerk
  • City of Waco, Texas - City Secretary
  • City of Stonecrest, Georgia - City Clerk
  • San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, California - Assistant Authority Clerk II (Board Services)
Sign Up for IIMC Calendar and News Alerts
Did you know you could sign up for email and/or text alerts for upcoming events and calendar items?

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 Region calendars--PRO TIP: if you're on the lookout for an Athenian Dialogue, subscribe to the new IIMC Approved Athenian Dialogue calendar and receive an email or text when new Athenian Dialogue events are added to the calendar.

After you add your email address, click on the envelope icon for which item you'd like to subscribe. You may also opt for text alerts.
IIMC Online Learning Webinar Programs
Did you know that IIMC has dozens of online learning opportunities available on the IIMC website to assist with round out your continuing education and certification plan? The IIMC Online Learning Webinar Program is one of the few opportunities on this page that qualifies for CMC Education or MMC Advanced Education credit!
IIMC webinars earn 1 CMC Education or 1 MMC Advanced Education point per 2 hours with a completed learning assessment. Click on the button below to see if these self-paced webinars are right for you!
IIMC Windfall Affinity Program: October Specials
  • Office Depot: Save up to 75% off office essentials November Specials NEW
  • Home Depot ProXtra: Save time. Save money. Get rewarded.
  • Home Depot ProInstitutional: Save 10% off maintenance, repair & operation supplies
  • Ace Hardware: Save 12% off your hardware needs
  • Adobe: Save on creative, marketing & document solutions
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  • Accounting Department.com: Save on online business accounting services
IIMC Office Update
IIMC staff continues to work daily, ascertaining that we are meeting our members' needs and ensuring there is continuity within the Organization. Staff continues to work full-time via a staggered schedule, splitting its time in the office and remotely as we slowly maneuver our way into having everyone safely back at headquarters. The timetable to return staff safely to a full office schedule is still in flux. Staff's safety and continuous service to our members are paramount. As of this E-Briefing, staff will continue to operate using a staggered schedule until it's safe to return everyone to work.
 
The Education Department has been working with Institutes and IIMC affiliated online companies to produce webinars and to provide complimentary and discounted online courses. Members who have certification points on file may still schedule appointments in available time slots to discuss reviewed certification applications and points received. Members can easily see the Education Department’s real-time availability and schedule an appointment at https://calendly.com/iimceducation.

The Membership Department continues to be at your service via email or phone calls.

If you have any questions, please contact staff or me. Thank you and stay safe.
 
Chris Shalby
IIMC Executive Director
chriss@iimc.com
8331 Utica Avenue, Suite 200
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Phone: (909) 944-4162
Toll Free: (800) 251-1639
Fax: (909) 944-8545