NCLM News Center

In recent years, municipalities across North Carolina have encountered challenges in hiring and retaining their workforce effectively. From recruitment hurdles to retention issues, local governments are grappling with a complex landscape that demands innovative...

The Town of Franklin’s new Women’s History Park features a striking sculpture, “Sowing the Seeds of the Future,” celebrating diverse women’s contributions. Initiated by Former Vice Mayor Barbara McRae, it honors Cherokee, Black, and...

The commit to civility program showcases a governing board’s commitment to a civil, respectful, and effective approach to local leadership. Our next training takes place October 17, 2024. Disagreement and debate are features, not flaws,...

NCLM’s “Defensive Driving: Slower is Faster” hands-on course trains North Carolina police officers in advanced driving skills, reducing accidents and enhancing safety. Officers apply new techniques, improving driving standards across their departments. Last April the...

The Town of Spencer had its start as a railroad town and is most widely known as the home of the N.C. Transportation Museum. But a new vision for the town and the receiving...

As the days of summer come to a close, I find myself reflecting on the vibrant energy and invaluable insights shared during our recent affiliate group conferences. These gatherings have always been more than...

As new EPA rules on PFAS regulation emerge, North Carolina debates who should bear cleanup costs. NCLM urges Congress for liability protection and funding, as state legislation targets PFAS manufacturers for remediation costs. Who will...

With the ARP grant deadline of December 31, 2024, approaching, municipalities must obligate funds through a Grant Project Ordinance to avoid returning them. NCLM’s MAS team aids towns in compliance, software, financial services, and...

Rep. Reece Pyrtle on the joy of working with people Coffee shops, for communities of just about any size, are in that circuit of classic catch-up spots, where folks regularly process or transact together. Whether...

NCLM’s legislative policy process is gearing up as its 65-member committee collects input to set goals for the next biennium, addressing key issues like local infrastructure, funding, and staffing challenges. As summer merges into fall,...