Resources Index
Coverage Chapter 35C of the Code of Iowa provides the basis of the veterans’ preference law and states that military veterans of…
Closed Sessions Procedures There are times when it is necessary for a city council to discuss city business in a closed session prior…
State Regulation of Golf Carts Under Code of Iowa Section 321.247 golf carts: Are not required to be registered or licensed by…
When performance evaluations are done effectively, they can become more than a dreaded once-annual discussion that glosses over the year’s activities and…
Many communities are faced with abandoned school buildings as local school districts build new facilities or relocate schools. Outsiders may see the loss…
Assessing sanitary sewer infrastructure is an important part of managing city utilities and helps prevent problems before they arise. Sanitary sewer infrastructure can be quite complex and …
Urban revitalization is a tool that can be used to redevelop areas of a city and help spur economic growth. There are…
City Clerk Contingency Preparedness Guide There may be occasions when a community finds itself temporarily without a city clerk due to illness,…
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, whether as an employer, in communications, transportation or with public accommodations. Recently,…
Citizen surveys can provide cities with helpful insights into how their community feels about different issues. They also encourage citizens to communicate with…