Resources Index
Most purchases made directly by the city for supplies, merchandise or services are exempt from sales tax. This includes the water utility…
When reviewing the fiscal condition of a city, the collection of fees and charges is an important element to consider. In other words, a city must be able…
As permitted in Code of Iowa Chapter 423A, a city may impose a hotel/motel tax at a rate not to exceed 7 percent after a successful election…
Though every city is not required to have a physical library, the service to the citizens is to be provided according to the Code of Iowa.…
The Iowa League of Cities publishes the City Clerk/Finance Officer’s Handbook. The 2020 revision of this publication will be launched soon. All access…
One of the most effective ways of collecting delinquent utility bills is to certify the unpaid bills to the county treasurer for…
Energy conservation is an important part of a city’s efforts to reduce consumption and increase efficiency. The energy conservation challenge has been…
Asphalt has long been used as a pavement option on Iowa’s roadway, offering various benefits to local governments. While many cities use…
Code of Iowa Section 331.385 and Section 331.424C allow cities and townships to enter into 28E fire township and emergency management services…
Cities that have active Tax Increment Financing (TIF) must do a range of filings or reports each year, and below are various places…