25 Years After 9/11: Reflections for Today’s Local Government Leaders

Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, lessons of that day continue to resonate for local government leaders. Ron Carlee was county manager of Arlington County, Virginia, when American Airlines Flight 77 struck the Pentagon. His experience offers important lessons for leaders preparing their own communities for crisis.In this episode of Voices in Local Government, Carlee joins ICMA managing director Tad McGalliard to reflect on 9/11 and discuss preparedness, partnerships, communication, and crisis leadership.IN THIS INTERVIEW:1. Why crisis preparedness must involve the entire local government organization.2. How strong relationships and regional partnerships strengthen emergency response.3. Why leaders must uphold community values and build trust, even in moments of crisis.FEATURED GUEST:- Ron Carlee, DPA, Clinical Assistant Professor & Director, Center for Regional Excellence, Old Dominion UniversityHOST:- Tad McGalliard, Managing Director, ICMA