Resources Index
Using online resources to provide information about a city’s economic development possibilities is an effective way to disseminate data to developers. This…
The federal legislation covering employment rights of military reservists is called the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). USERRA affects…
Preventing Discrimination Employers are required to comply with laws that protect applicants and employees from discrimination. This includes making employment decisions based…
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and…
Iowa’s Public Employment Relations Act (PERA) is covered in Chapter 20 of the Code of Iowa and contains procedures by which employees can collectively…
During the campaign and election season some cities are approached about the use of city buildings, facilities and grounds for political events. Whether…
Most cities provide compensation for council members for attending meetings and other official duties (albeit a very small wage for the vast…
Certification Requirement of City Water and Wastewater Operators Code of Iowa Section 455B.223 states that it is unlawful for any “firm, corporation,…
Exempt vs Non-Exempt Cities cannot simply make an employee “salaried” (paid a set amount per pay period regardless of the hours worked)…
City employees receive retirement benefits from one of two state-sponsored systems. Most city employees (and elected officials that receive coverage) are covered…