Although no one can fully protect themselves from potential disease outbreak, steps can be taken to minimize the chances of illness. Almost every…
Automatic Traffic Enforcement (ATE) is the use of cameras and vehicle sensors to make images of vehicles that are speeding or running…
The majority of cities in Iowa regulate animals and pets to some extent. Typically, an animal control ordinance regulates the treatment of…
The rate that children walk or ride a bicycle to school is dropping at the same time obesity rates are increasing. A…
Federal Guidelines for Sign Standards Federal guidelines governing street signs, pavement markings and all other standards for streets and roads open to…
Emergency preparedness is critical in each community, by working together lives can be saved and recovery can occur more quickly when severe…
Public safety employees often put in long hours responding to fires and accidents, conducting time sensitive investigations and providing support for sporting events,…
A 1997 Iowa Supreme Court case states a “city must provide police protection to its residents through locally hired police officers or through intergovernmental…
Township contracts If the city has agreements (28E) with adjacent townships, these agreements should be reviewed annually. These agreements set out expectations…
The Iowa General Assembly passed legislation during the 2017 legislative session allowing for the sale and use of fireworks under certain conditions.…