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All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesEscambia County District 2 Commissioner and Chairman Mike Kohler was presented with the Advanced County Commissioner Level II designation from the Institute for County Government at an award ceremony held at the Florida Association of Counties Annual Conference and Educational Exhibition in Orange County, Florida.
The ACC II designation signifies Commissioner Kohler's completion of the most senior level of a comprehensive leadership study program designed by ICG.
“My role as an elected official is something I take incredibly seriously, and I hope this designation is a reflection of my commitment to serving Escambia County residents to the best of my ability,” Commissioner Kohler said. “I appreciate the Institute for County Government for offering opportunities like this to continuously learn and work toward becoming better public servants and leaders for our communities. As always, it is an honor to serve the residents of District 2 and all of Escambia County, and I look forward to continuing to make our corner of Northwest Florida the best place to live, work, and thrive.”
Only commissioners who have completed the Certified County Commissioner and the Advanced County Commissioner Level I programs are eligible to pursue their ACC II designation. The ACC II program focuses on transforming counties and the state of Florida by producing strong, versatile leaders with the necessary tools to address challenges across multiple fields and governing bodies.
“Earning the ACC II designation is a significant accomplishment that reflects the completion of hours of rigorous coursework aimed at strengthening the leadership skills of county commissioners,” said Eric Poole, Executive Director of ICG. “What makes this achievement even more noteworthy is that all ICG courses are entirely voluntary and these commissioners are choosing to participate solely out of their commitment to becoming better public servants.”
ACC II encourages commissioners to broaden and refine the skills they learned in previous education programs while promoting collaboration across all levels of government.
Alongside Commissioner Kohler, 11 commissioners earned the ACC II designation at the award ceremony and are the sixth class of graduates to complete the program.
ACC II is made possible through a continuing partnership with the University of Florida/IFAS Extension.
To learn more about ICG and the ACC II designation, please visit flicg.org.
About the Florida Association of Counties
Founded in 1929, the Florida Association of Counties has represented the diverse interests of Florida’s counties, emphasizing the importance of protecting home rule – the concept that communities and their local leaders should make the decisions that impact their community. The Florida Association of Counties helps Florida’s counties effectively serve and represent their communities through Advocacy, Collaboration, and Education.
The mission of Escambia County government is to provide efficient, responsive services that enhance our quality of life, meet common needs and promote a safe and healthy community.
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