Resources Index
Cities that are active in regional economic development often find that the ability of a group of cities, counties and other local…
Cities in Iowa are required to follow proper bid and quote procedures when contracting for public improvement projects. Many of the rules,…
Cities may need to borrow money for a number of different reasons, but it usually revolves around a capital project or equipment…
When cities provide employees with fringe benefits, those benefits are subject to federal income taxes unless federal law specifically excludes it. Health…
The rules for disconnecting utility services are often a blend of ordinances approved by the city council and regulations established by the…
Cities frequently offer services that are financed and operated through direct charges for services in a manner similar to a business. These…
Permeable pavements are alternative paving surfaces with a high porosity that allows rainwater to pass through it into the ground below. The permeable…
Volunteers help provide needed services to the community and add to what the city’s workforce can do. Working with volunteers not only…
By state law, every city council must appoint a city clerk in order to fulfill many duties. Recognizing the important job city clerks perform, the League is providing this separate resource area for city clerks.
There are numerous agencies and programs that cities use, many of which are referred to by an acronym. Additionally, there is a…