City governments face numerous requirements regarding public records, including how long they must be kept and when they are able to be…
City council members must have a good understanding of voting laws and what is needed to approve motions, resolutions and ordinances. In…
When reviewing the fiscal condition of a city, collection of fees and charges is an important element to consider. In other words, a city must be able to…
Many grant applications will ask for basic demographic information such as population and income levels, which are available through the U.S. Census Bureau.…
The Iowa League of Cities is excited to announce our partnership with Praetorian Digital’s EfficientGov, an information service that tracks innovative solutions…
Many community leaders ask for guidance regarding steps to follow when considering public improvement projects. Types of projects may vary from a…
Cities are an integral part of the municipal election process. There are numerous requirements in the candidate qualifying and nominating process that city…
Legislation approved during the 2012 legislative session made changes to Iowa’s open meetings and open records laws, including the creation of the Iowa…
Various actions and documents related to city business might require notarization. As such, many cities have a staff member (often the city…
A clear understanding of what each member of the city is responsible for and where to turn for help on different items…