Publications
The Iowa League of Cities Advocacy Toolkit equips city leaders with the knowledge and resources necessary to effectively engage with legislators, ensuring that Iowa’s cities have a strong voice in shaping policy and promoting local priorities.
Fostering community pride and connection is important to your citizens — and we know it matters to your city, too. Yet, with…
A guide for Iowa Mayors and Council Members.
This document lists all Cities in Iowa with their membership status, past dues invoiced, and projected dues owed by the most recent Census estimate. This document is to help cities budget for their membership dues. Invoices will be sent in June 2025.
Review our New Laws of Interest where we highlight recently passed legislation that could impact your city.
Interested in running for a political office? Learn what the requirements are and resources available.
This index includes links to Code of Iowa citations that apply to city government operations. Please understand that there is a large…
This publication is designed to assist cities begin their annual budget process. Learn about revenues, expenditures, legislation and other budget issues.
This guide has been prepared for the cities of Iowa to assist the city clerks, finance officers as well as other personnel in their municipal duties. A new free and online version now available!
The Iowa League of Cities Advocacy Toolkit equips city leaders with the knowledge and resources necessary to effectively engage with legislators, ensuring that Iowa’s cities have a strong voice in shaping policy and promoting local priorities.