Commissioners Huppmann and Farmer Earn ACC I Designation
Nassau County, Florida, July 11, 2024 - Commissioners A.M. “Hupp” Huppmann and Klynt Farmer were both presented with the Advanced County Commissioner Level I (ACC I) designation from the Institute for County Government (ICG) at an award ceremony held at the Florida Association of Counties (FAC) Annual Conference and Educational Exhibition in Orange County, Florida.
The ACC I designation is the first level of leadership achievement in the Advanced County Commissioner Program offered by ICG and signifies the completion of 27 hours of coursework.
“The ACC courses help prepare a commissioner for the complex challenges they will face during their time in office,” stated Eric Poole, Executive Director of ICG. “By striving to earn this designation and completing the coursework involved, they exemplify great leadership and a commitment to bettering their community.”
Upon completing the program, Commissioner Huppmann stated, “I found the ACC I program to be greatly beneficial. It provided us with an opportunity to meet with representatives from around the State and share information on issues of mutual concern. It also provided invaluable knowledge that will guide me in serving Nassau County to the best of my abilities. I greatly appreciate ICG for making this great program available.”
Commissioner Klynt Farmer added, “Receiving the ACCI designation is an honor and a testament to my commitment to serving the residents of Nassau County. The program’s comprehensive curriculum has equipment me with invaluable skills to tackle the complex challenges our community faces.”
The ACC I education program was launched in 2006 and commissioners must fully commit to the coursework to graduate from the program. Participants are challenged to act, think and lead during times of uncertainty and adversity. Alongside Commissioner Huppmann, twelve commissioners earned the ACC I designation at the award ceremony.
ACC I is made possible through a continuing partnership with the University of Florida/IFAS Extension.
To learn more about ICG and the ACC I designation, please visit www.flicg.org.