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Posted on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Updated on Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The city clerk position is essential to the operations of any city because of the numerous and varied duties they fulfill. The…

Posted on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Updated on Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The “Introduction to Planning and Zoning for Local Officials” workshop is now open for registration across various Iowa locations throughout April. Offered…

Posted on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 Updated on Tuesday, February 27, 2024

The All-Star Community Awards program seeks to acknowledge and encourage excellence in local government and provides an opportunity for officials and staff…

Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Updated on Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Time’s running out to register for the Iowa League of Cities Local Leaders Day on March 6 in Des Moines. Register early…

Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Updated on Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Registration is open for Part 3 of the Municipal Leadership Academy, which will be held in April with a mix of in-person and…

Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Updated on Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Iowa Thriving Communities Webinar – February 27, 2024 at noon. Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) have introduced…

Posted on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Updated on Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Local Leaders Day is fast approaching and our unified voice is only as loud as our membership. Sign up today for the March…

Posted on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Updated on Wednesday, February 14, 2024

February 15 is the next Newly Elected Mayors Training, this time focusing on how mayors can effectively work with staff and the council.…

Posted on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Updated on Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Congressional City Conference is coming March 11-13 in D.C. At CCC, NLC brings together thousands of local government advocates from elected officials to…

Posted on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Updated on Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Does your city have budget questions? The Iowa League of Cities will be hosting Budget “Office Hours” on February 20 from 1-2:30 p.m. This…

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Published November 7, 2023

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

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 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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