City council members must have a good understanding of voting laws and what is needed to approve motions, resolutions and ordinances. In…
When reviewing the fiscal condition of a city, the collection of fees and charges is an important element to consider. In other words, a city must be able…
The Iowa League of Cities is excited to announce our partnership with Lexipol, an information service that tracks innovative solutions to fiscal…
Many grant applications will ask for basic demographic information such as population and income levels, which are available through the U.S. Census Bureau.…
Many community leaders ask for guidance regarding steps to follow when considering public improvement projects. Types of projects may vary from a…
Knowing state laws and city codes is essential to performing the duties of a city council member, mayor and city employee. In…
Many communities celebrate holidays and other events by displaying the American flag. Federal law governs how the flag must be displayed, maintained and,…
In May of 2014, the U.S. Supreme Court decided Town of Greece v. Galloway, a case in which a town’s practice of…
One of the many services a city provides is licensing liquor establishments in its community. Knowing the various rules and regulations that are involved will…
Various actions and documents related to city business might require notarization. As such, many cities have a staff member (often the city…