LTC Dean Huard, ICMA Fellow, Georgetown, Texas, and Lynn Phillips, ICMA senior program manager, explain the process, benefits, and challenges of ICMA's Veterans in Local Government Management Program for transitioning service members and local governments.The program is zero cost for the organization, with no obligation to make a permanent hire.What fellows typically do day-to-day to gain critical experience and fill needs for the host organization.Creating a work plan to maximize impact and measure success.Transparent and calibrated expectations by the host locations and fellows, including what locations and position-level to target.Cohort dates cycle throughout the year, but can be adjusted for specific situations:January - AprilMay - August (Applications open in January)September - DecemberContact Lynn Phillips at lphillips@icma.org for next steps on becoming a host. Resources:Download the Free EBook: Measure What Matters: Tips for Aligned Strategic Priorities  and watch the video on How Minneapolis Prepares for the Future with Strategic Budgeting