Various actions and documents related to city business might require notarization. As such, many cities have a staff member (often the city…
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Legislation approved during the 2012 legislative session made changes to Iowa’s open meetings and open records laws, including the creation of the Iowa…
A clear understanding of what each member of the city is responsible for and where to turn for help on different items…
The city council is the policy arm of the municipal government and is responsible for determining the direction of the city. The…
One of the pillars upon which local governments in Iowa stand is the law of Home Rule. In a basic sense, this law…
Knowing state laws and city codes is essential to performing the duties of a city council member, mayor and city employee. In…
Running efficient and successful city council meetings requires a lot of preparation and knowledge of proper procedures. The roles of the mayor,…
City council vacancies can occur in a number of ways, including a council member resigning, moving out of the city or ward…
A construction manager can provide planning expertise, helping to ensure a proper design is used while keeping expenses low and protecting the city’s…
As the governing document for the community, the city code book is vital to a successfully managed city. Included are local laws that describe how the municipal government…