Resources Index
With more than 500 public libraries in the state, Iowans have many options when seeking library services. These libraries are often a hub in…
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) is a tool cities can use to enhance a wide range of development efforts. After establishing a TIF…
In May of 2014, the U.S. Supreme Court decided Town of Greece v. Galloway, a case in which a town’s practice of…
Many communities celebrate holidays and other events by displaying the American flag. Federal law governs how the flag must be displayed, maintained and,…
The Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) houses a wide variety of programs that aid local government efforts to enhance their community. From…
Various actions and documents related to city business might require notarization. As such, many cities have a staff member (often the city…
Legislation approved during the 2012 legislative session made changes to Iowa’s open meetings and open records laws, including the creation of the Iowa…
The city council is the policy arm of the municipal government and is responsible for determining the direction of the city. The…
Code of Iowa Chapter 427B allows cities to pass an ordinance establishing an industrial abatement to local property taxes for improving industrial real…
Knowing state laws and city codes is essential to performing the duties of a city council member, mayor and city employee. In…