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Sam Alamarie

Founder and CEO at CityGov

Sam, a visionary leader in city management, has dedicated over two decades to public service, leaving an indelible mark on urban governance. As the founder and Chief Executive Officer of CityGov, Sam leads a dynamic group of professionals who share his passion for urban innovation and public service excellence. Together, they collaborate to develop and implement transformative solutions that address complex city management issues. Sam's mission is clear: to create more responsive and citizen-centered cities. By implementing cutting-edge strategies and drawing from his extensive experience, he and his team at CityGov provide comprehensive consulting services to municipalities and agencies across various domains. By implementing cutting-edge strategies, they deliver innovative solutions to complex urban challenges, helping cities thrive and better serve their residents.

Articles

Cover image for Policing the Clock: The Debate Over Age Limits in Law Enforcement
Public PolicyPublic Safety
Policing the Clock: The Debate Over Age Limits in Law Enforcement
<p class="mb-4">Uniformed police officers are the backbone of any city's safety and security. Their importance in maintaining order and peace cannot b...
June 15, 2025Read article
Cover image for Values-Driven Leadership: Creating Exceptional Environments for Extraordinary People
Leadership Perspectives
Values-Driven Leadership: Creating Exceptional Environments for Extraordinary People
<p class="mb-4">Leadership is a potent and influential tool that can transform the dynamics of any organization or government. Understanding the nuanc...
May 9, 2025Read article
Cover image for Code Words and Cold Steel: Unmasking an Interstate Gun Ring in the Heart of Brooklyn
Public Safety
Code Words and Cold Steel: Unmasking an Interstate Gun Ring in the Heart of Brooklyn
<p class="mb-4">The Brooklyn air in the mid-2000s was thick with the scent of ambition and survival—a place where every corner store had two faces: on...
April 22, 2025Read article
Cover image for Disguises and Discoveries: My Journey Through New York’s Underworld
Public Safety
Disguises and Discoveries: My Journey Through New York’s Underworld
<p class="mb-4">When I first stepped into the world of undercover policing in New York City in the early 2000s, I thought I was prepared for anything....
April 19, 2025Read article
Cover image for Lighting the Way: The Role of Values in Inspiring Government Teams
Leadership Perspectives
Lighting the Way: The Role of Values in Inspiring Government Teams
<p class="mb-4">Leading in government is a challenging and high-pressure role. Every action, policy, and conversation not only influences the internal...
April 14, 2025Read article
Cover image for The Foundation of Service: Integrity, Execution, and Extraordinary Environments
Leadership PerspectivesPublic Safety
The Foundation of Service: Integrity, Execution, and Extraordinary Environments
<p class="mb-4">As I reflect on the journey that has brought me to where I am today, I find myself returning to the core lessons and values that have ...
April 12, 2025Read article
Cover image for BATNA and Beyond: The Science Behind Age and Cognitive Development in Policing
Leadership PerspectivesPublic PolicyPublic Safety
BATNA and Beyond: The Science Behind Age and Cognitive Development in Policing
<p class="mb-4">The vitality of municipal management often hinges on the efficiency and effectiveness of the law enforcement agencies that serve the c...
April 4, 2025Read article
Cover image for Zeitgeist and Governance: Adapting Municipal Strategies to Changing Times
Leadership PerspectivesManagement and Finance
Zeitgeist and Governance: Adapting Municipal Strategies to Changing Times
<p class="mb-4">Efficiency in government operations is a topic of constant debate and discussion. Specifically, within a municipal framework, the infl...
April 4, 2025Read article
Cover image for The Quarter-Century Cop: Neuroscience's Role in Policing
Public SafetyPublic Policy
The Quarter-Century Cop: Neuroscience's Role in Policing
<p class="mb-4">With the increasing complexity and multifaceted nature of modern policing, many are contemplating the value of raising the minimum age...
March 28, 2025Read article
Cover image for The Invisible Shield: Carrying Your Service Heart into Retirement
Public Safety
The Invisible Shield: Carrying Your Service Heart into Retirement
<p class="text-node">Retirement marks a significant transition, a rite of passage that few outside the professions deeply rooted in public service can...
March 27, 2025Read article
Cover image for Pathways to Progress: Enhancing Police Retention through Structured Career Advancement
Public Safety
Pathways to Progress: Enhancing Police Retention through Structured Career Advancement
<p class="mb-4">Local police departments face many challenges, a key one being the retention of quality personnel. A significant reason for this diffi...
March 27, 2025Read article
Cover image for Fleet Forward: Navigating the Transition to Electric Vehicles
Public PolicySustainability
Fleet Forward: Navigating the Transition to Electric Vehicles
<p class="mb-4">For years, municipal governments have been at the forefront of environmental sustainability, adopting policies and practices that redu...
March 25, 2025Read article
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