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Resources

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Index of Iowa Laws Pertaining to Cities

An alphabetical topic reference to the Code of Iowa

Events & Workshops

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2022 Budget Workshops Overview Registration costs $50 for members and $75 for non-members. Budget Projections & IssuesLeague staff will facilitate a discussion…

MLA is designed to help all city officials better understand their role in municipal government and how to effectively serve their community.…

May 10 | Newton | DMACC Event Center Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.Lunch served from Noon – 1 p.m. Workshop topics…

Latest Publications

Published February 13, 2023

The Iowa League of Cities has focused on the topic of local option sales and service tax (LOSST), the mechanics of how it works and the importance to the communities.

Published November 29, 2022

This publication is designed to assist cities begin their annual budget process. Learn about revenues, expenditures, legislation and other budget issues.

Published November 1, 2022

Property taxes play a significant role in municipal government as the primary funding source for city budgets. Check out a variety of special reports regarding this topic.

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