New laws are changing the way cities collect and use property tax revenues – but what does that mean in real terms? In this interactive session, join Bondurant City Administrator to play the “Property Tax Pie Game” which helps participants visualize and experience the shifting landscape of city finances.

Through a hands-on activity simulating a property tax pie, attendees will “slice” revenue across essential services – demonstrating the consequences of legislative changes that have altered the rules for local government revenues. This engaging format brings to life the real-time challenges cities face in budgeting for public safety, parks, libraries, streets, and more when state policy impacts local dollars.

Come prepared to strategize, collaborate, and rethink how your city can adapt when the recipe for funding public services gets rewritten. It’s an eye-opening way to understand the practical effects of state decisions – and a powerful tool to take back to your councils, staff, and community.

• Marketa Oliver