Submit your photos for the League Calendar! This is your time to show off projects, great community spaces, and innovative solutions to your peers. Send us your high quality photos to communications@iowaleague.org and your city could be in next year’s League Calendar.

Two different public servants, two different jobs, but the same idea. Stephanie Harden, Council Bluffs Accounting Manager, said she learns a lot about city government every time she writes a check. Sarah Snitker, Waukon City Clerk, says she understands a lot more about how cities operate now that she works for city government. Listen today!

In honor of America 250, the League is inviting cities to participate in the Best Decorated Patriotic City Hall/City Building Contest. Decorate your city hall or another city-owned building, snap a photo, and submit it by June 29 to communications@iowaleague.org. Cities are encouraged to get creative and involve staff, volunteers, or community members in the decorating process.

The League’s next Open Meetings and Open Records training is coming up June 22 from 5-6:30 p.m. Register today and join our team to stay compliant with new state laws and brush up on everything you need to know for OMOR best practices. Register today.

Cities market themselves every day — whether they realize it or not. Every snowplow route, every park improvement, every utility bill, and every council decision tells a story about your community. This toolkit is designed for busy cities that have a story to tell, but may not have dedicated staff or resources. This step-by-step guide walks you through tangible actions to build your city’s story regardless of budget. Download today!

Are you excited? Our Annual Conference & Exhibit registration is now open! Register now for conference and join us in Bettendorf September 23-25 for training, networking, and overall a great time. The Housing Bureau will open June 8, room block information will be sent after you register for the conference. Get in early while there are spots!

Join us June 25 in Manchester from 5:30-8 p.m. for our first Small City Workshop on Community Communications. League staff and Ginger Wander, Elgin City Clerk will share simple, practical solutions to inform and engage your residents.

The Iowa League of Cities is pleased to offer a $1,500 scholarship, sponsored by Bolton & Menk, to help an elected Iowa city official attend the National League of Cities City Summit in November. Application deadline is July 31. This scholarship is designed to support professional development and encourage Iowa city officials to continue learning, connecting and bringing new ideas back to their communities.