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Are you a newly elected official ready to get to work? The Municipal Leadership Academy shares the essentials of municipal government from finances and operations to zoning and economic development. 

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Keeping track of the due dates, reports and filings can be a lot. The League has put together the 2024 City Calendar, which details important deadlines for reports and filings that cities must complete throughout the year.

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The League is developing information on HF 718 – property tax reform.

Find the latest information on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL).

SimpliCity is a communications campaign created by the Iowa League of Cities to help you empower residents to find the information they’re looking for, engage with their community, and rekindle their love for your city

League Weekly News

Hot topics from Tuesday’s League Weekly newsletter.

MLA Part 3 kicks off next week in Ottumwa, Cedar Rapids, Algona, Harlan, Ankeny, and virtually. Find the date that works for…

Join de Novo Marketing and the League on April 3 at 10 a.m. to discuss city website best practices specifically related to…

Submit your nominations for the Rhonda Wood Smith Award to recognize the exemplary work of young city officials and those new to city…

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League Advocacy

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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The League’s legislative values are the cornerstone around which our legislative strategy is built around.

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Latest Publications

The League provides several different resources to help your city.

Published November 7, 2023

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

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 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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