2026 Annual Golf Tourney
Join the Iowa League of Cities on Friday, June 12 at Otter Creek Golf Course in Ankeny for the eighth annual Iowa League of Cities Golf Tourney, a fundraiser for the Tim Shields Endowment Fund. Sponsorships also available.
Small City Workshops
This year, the Small City Workshop Series returns to in-person sessions across the state! Join us for practical training, helpful resources, and networking designed specifically for Iowa’s smaller communities.
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The Iowa League of Cities is pleased to offer a $1,500 scholarship, sponsored by Bolton & Menk, to help an elected Iowa city official attend the National League of Cities City Summit in November.
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Find simple, ready-to-use resources and connections to statewide efforts celebrating America 250.
Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa’s Cities shines a spotlight on the best practices and success stories from Iowa’s cities. Tune in for new episodes every two weeks.
Keeping track of the due dates, reports and filings can be a lot. The League has put together the 2026 City Calendar, which details important deadlines for reports and filings that cities must complete throughout the year.
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The Iowa League of Cities Advocacy Toolkit equips city leaders with the knowledge and resources necessary to effectively engage with legislators, ensuring that Iowa’s cities have a strong voice in shaping policy and promoting local priorities.
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Legislative Outreach
Through legislative advocacy, one of our core values, the League continues to ensure cities can grow, thrive and make decisions to help their communities.
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