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Arizona Municipal Clerks Association

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 263645924 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · www.azclerks.org
revenue
$61K
expenses
$43K
net assets
$134K
employees
mission · from form 990

Municipal Clerks Professional development education

profile · synthesized from sources

The Arizona Municipal Clerks' Association (AMCA) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting excellence and professionalism among municipal clerks in Arizona. It provides educational opportunities, networking solutions, and mentoring to its members. AMCA aims to maintain high standards of leadership, respect, and integrity within the clerk profession.

named programs · 9 · from sources

what they call their work

Annual Conference & Elections Training
An annual conference combined with elections training, providing educational and networking opportunities.
Arizona Municipal Clerk Election Certification
A program providing training for clerks to become Certified Municipal Elections Officials, requiring three years of the program and a passing grade on a written examination.
Athenian Dialogue
Educational sessions offered virtually and in-person, contributing to professional development.
Best Practices Trainings
Educational sessions held twice a year (Spring and Fall) to help municipal clerks stay updated on laws and local government requirements.
Clerk's Listserve
An online communication tool for instant communication among Arizona Municipal Clerks.
Institute & Academy
Training programs for Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) Institute and Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) Academy.
International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) Certification
Support and points towards obtaining Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) and Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designations through IIMC.
Membership/Mentoring Committee
A committee that provides networking and facilitates information exchange between clerks, especially assisting new clerks.
Regional Meetings
Meetings for professional counterparts from nearby cities to network and exchange ideas.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Local Government Professional Development 17 activities
    • Advocacy for Municipal Clerks
      Addresses legislative issues relevant to municipal clerks through a dedicated Legislative Committee and supports election administration through an Elections Committee.
    • Advocate for Municipal Clerks
      The organization conducts Legislative Committee meetings to address legislative issues relevant to municipal clerks.
    • Advocate for Municipal Clerks' Interests
      The organization addresses legislative issues relevant to municipal clerks through its Legislative Committee and supports election administration through its Elections Committee, working to advance the profession's interests.
    • Advocate on municipal clerk-related legislative issues
      Convenes a Legislative Committee to address and influence policy matters affecting municipal clerks in Arizona, ensuring representation on relevant legal and regulatory developments.
    • Conduct training workshops and institutes for municipal clerks
      Hosts recurring training events including the CMC Institute, MMC Academy, "Best Practices" sessions, Athenian Dialogues, and Elections training, delivered annually or semi-annually in virtual or in-person formats to build professional capacity among municipal clerks.
    • Contract with external organizations to deliver services
      Partners with the League of Arizona Cities and Towns to co-deliver key services including the annual election workshop and conference, enhancing reach and resource availability for municipal clerks.
    • Deliver certification programs for municipal clerks
      Provides certification pathways including the Arizona Municipal Clerk Election Certification and designations through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (CMC and MMC). These programs support professional development and standardization in municipal clerk practices across Arizona.
    • Facilitate Networking and Member Engagement
      The organization fosters connections among municipal clerks through committees like the Membership/Mentoring/Regional Leaders Committee, regional meetings, a Clerk's Listserve for instant communication, and an annual conference, providing platforms for information exchange and professional networking.
    • Facilitate Networking and Member Engagement
      The organization operates a Membership/Mentoring Committee, organizes regional meetings, and hosts an annual conference to foster information exchange, networking, and leadership development among municipal clerks.
    • Facilitate member networking and mentoring
      Supports professional connection and leadership development through regional meetings, a Membership/Mentoring/Regional Leaders Committee, listserve communications, and structured mentoring programs for municipal clerks across Arizona.
    • Networking and Member Support
      Facilitates networking and information exchange among municipal clerks through committees, regional meetings, a listserve, and an annual conference, fostering professional connections and leadership development.
    • Offer Certification Programs
      The organization provides Arizona Municipal Clerk Election Certification and facilitates certification through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, including the Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) and Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designations.
    • Professional Development and Certification Programs
      Provides educational opportunities, including annual election workshops, "Best Practices" training sessions, Athenian Dialogues, and an Institute and Academy, to help municipal clerks achieve and maintain Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) and Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designations through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, as well as the AMCA Election Certification Program.
    • Provide Professional Development and Training
      The organization offers various educational opportunities, including virtual Athenian Dialogues, "Best Practices" training sessions, and an annual election workshop, to help municipal clerks achieve and maintain certifications like Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) and Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks, as well as Arizona Municipal Clerk Election Certification.
    • Provide Professional Development and Training
      The organization offers various educational opportunities, including virtual Athenian Dialogues, "Best Practices" training sessions, and an annual election workshop in conjunction with the League of Arizona Cities and Towns. These programs aim to train clerks for Certified Municipal Elections Official designation and provide ongoing professional development.
    • Support Election Administration
      The organization hosts an Elections Committee meeting to support municipal clerks in their election administration duties.
    • Support election administration for municipal clerks
      Provides direct support through an Elections Committee and integrates election-specific training into its annual conference and dedicated workshops to improve election administration practices across member jurisdictions.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 4 activities
    • Information Dissemination
      Publishes the AMCA newsletter and provides a Membership Directory and Committee Directory to keep members informed and connected.
    • Produce and distribute communication resources for members
      Operates a Clerk's Listserve for real-time communication, publishes the AMCA newsletter, and maintains a Membership Directory and Committee Directory to support information sharing among municipal clerks.
    • Provide Member Resources and Information
      The organization offers resources such as the AMCA newsletter, a Membership Directory, and a Committee Directory to keep members informed and connected.
    • Publish Member Resources
      The organization publishes an AMCA newsletter, operates a Clerk's Listserve for instant communication, and provides a Membership Directory and Committee Directory to its members.
  • Member Recognition Awards 4 activities
    • Recognition and Awards
      Recognizes outstanding municipal clerks and deputy clerks with annual awards, acknowledges retiring members, and celebrates members' years of service in the Clerk's Profession.
    • Recognize Member Achievements and Service
      The organization recognizes retiring members, awards individuals for outstanding service (e.g., Clerk of the Year, President's Award of Distinction), and acknowledges members for their years of service in the clerk's profession.
    • Recognize Member Achievements and Service
      The organization acknowledges the contributions of its members by recognizing retiring members, awarding "Clerk of the Year" and "Deputy Clerk of the Year," presenting a President's Award of Distinction, and celebrating members' years of service in the clerk's profession.
    • Recognize member achievements and service milestones
      Publicly honors members for professional accomplishments including Clerk of the Year, Deputy Clerk of the Year, President's Award of Distinction, and recognition for 10, 15, and 20 years of service in the clerk profession.
  • Regular Governance and Member Meetings 1 activity
    • Conduct internal governance and organizational meetings
      Holds Executive Board and committee meetings to manage organizational operations, including strategic planning and member engagement oversight.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020

the money

revenue
Total revenue$61K
Contributions & grants$750%
Program service revenue$38K63%
Investment income$180%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$43K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$156K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$134K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

board members · 1
  • Mathew Lore — Director
relationships · 10

who they work with

  • Arizona State University Partner — Hosts the Institute and Academy programs through Ramsey Executive Education.
  • IIMC Partner — Co-hosts a Lunch and Learn session with the Arizona Municipal Clerks Association.
  • International Institute of Municipal Clerks Partner — Awards the Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) and Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designations.
  • International Institute of Municipal Clerks Partner — Provides certification through this organization.
  • International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) Partner — Provides points for attending election workshops towards certification through IIMC for Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) and Master Municipal Clerk (MMC) designations.
  • Jennifer Ekblad Partner — Membership/Mentoring Committee Chair who serves as a contact for exit form inquiries
  • League of Arizona Cities & Towns Partner — Contracts with the League of Arizona Cities & Towns to provide services.
  • League of Arizona Cities and Towns Partner — Conducts an election workshop each year in conjunction with the League of Arizona Cities and Towns.
  • League of Arizona Cities and Towns Partner — Contractual partner providing services on behalf of the Arizona Municipal Clerks Association
  • League of Arizona Cities and Towns Partner — Partner for virtual Spring Best Practices training.