Congratulations to Irmo Town Council Members Phyllis Coleman and Dr. Barb Waldman on their recent graduation from the Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government, a respected program offered by the Municipal Association of South Carolina (MASC).
The institute is designed to provide municipal leaders with essential training in the core areas of local governance. During the program, Council Members Coleman and Waldman studied a broad range of topics critical to effective municipal leadership, including:
- The City as an Employer
- Ethics and Public Accountability
- Visioning, Strategic Planning, and Goal Setting
- Local Government Planning and Zoning
- Conducting Public Meetings
- Business License Tax Administration
- Intergovernmental Relations
- Municipal Court – Purpose and Responsibilities
- Liability of Municipalities and Their Elected Officials
Their completion of this rigorous program reflects their continued commitment to serving the Town of Irmo with knowledge, integrity, and leadership.