2023 Annual Conference & Exhibit

Join us September 20-22 in Cedar Rapids for the largest
statewide conference designed for city officials.

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The League is developing information on HF 718 – property tax reform.

Find the latest information on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL).

Registration for the 2023 Annual Conference & Exhibit is open! Join us September 20-22 in Cedar Rapids for the largest statewide conference designed for city officials.

Keeping track of the due dates, reports and filings can be a lot. The League has put together the 2023 City Calendar, which details important deadlines for reports and filings that cities must complete throughout the year.

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League Weekly News

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The League’s Research Director Erin Mullenix and Ted Nellesen from the Iowa Department of Management will host a free membership-wide webinar on June…

Join the League’s Legislative team for a summary of laws passed in 2023. This hour-long presentation will cover many, but not all…

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Clinic on April 28 at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds, will offer information about the areas of funding,…

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Latest Publications

The League provides several different resources to help your city.

Published February 13, 2023

The Iowa League of Cities has focused on the topic of local option sales and service tax (LOSST), the mechanics of how it works and the importance to the communities.

Published November 29, 2022

This publication is designed to assist cities begin their annual budget process. Learn about revenues, expenditures, legislation and other budget issues.

Published November 1, 2022

Property taxes play a significant role in municipal government as the primary funding source for city budgets. Check out a variety of special reports regarding this topic.

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