Cityscape - March 2026
City FYI
2026-02-26 13:21:09
Local Leaders Day
Join the Iowa League of Cities on March 4 for Local Leaders Day. Connect with lawmakers, discuss shared priorities, and advocate for Iowa’s cities at the Capitol.
IMFOA Spring Conference
Attend the IMFOA Spring Conference April 15-17 in Des Moines for networking, education, vendor exhibits, and certification credit opportunities.
Reminder from IEDA
Under Iowa Code Section 368.4, cities must file annexation moratorium agreements — or resolutions extending them — with the City Development Board within 10 days of enactment. Timely filing ensures formal recognition and requires the Board to dismiss conflicting annexation petitions.
Open Meetings and Open Records Training
The League offers free virtual training to help newly elected and appointed officials meet open meetings and open records requirements. March sessions are scheduled, with more added monthly.
Visit our website for details and registration: www.iowaleague.org/open-meetings-open-records-training.
Leading Iowa Podcast
Tune in to the Leading Iowa: Good Government in Iowa’s Cities podcast to hear the League’s Government Affairs team discuss legislative priorities and this year’s session outlook. In another episode, the City of Jefferson — named an Iowa League of Cities All-Star Community for their massive downtown renovation — shares how they used partnership to transform their downtown, including art on the roof.
Submit Your Project for the All-Star Community Award
Showcase your city’s innovative work by applying for the All-Star Community Awards.
Applications are due April 6.
Learn more and apply at www.iowaleague.org/awards/all-star-community-awards!
2025 ALL-STAR AWARD WINNERS. COULD YOUR CITY BE NEXT?
NEW ALBIN
AlgaeWheel
JEFFERSON
Building Restorations on Jefferson’s Square
CEDAR FALLS
Cedar River Recreation Project — Gateway River Par
FORT MADISON
Fort Madison Marina
Nuisance Abatement Conference
The League’s annual Nuisance Abatement Conference will be held May 21 in West Des Moines. This one-day event offers practical training and resources on city codes, abatement processes, and managing abandoned properties.
More details and online registration will be available soon.
SAVE THE DATE!
Mark your calendar for the 2026 Iowa League of Cities Annual Conference & Exhibit, September 23-25 in Bettendorf. Join us for engaging workshops, networking, the awards ceremony, and more! Registration opens in June, keep an eye out for updates in League Weekly, Cityscape, and on the League’s website.
We look forward to seeing you in Bettendorf!
Upcoming Events & Important Dates
Local Leaders Day
March 4 - Des Moines
Open Meetings/ Open Records Training
March 11 - Virtual
March 23 - Virtual
MLA Part 3
April 9 - Sac City
April 11 - Coralville
April 16 - Clear Lake
April 18 - Creston
April 23 - Virtual
April 25 - Pleasant Hill
IMFOA Spring Conference
April 15-17 - Des Moines
City Finance 101
April 30 - Atlantic
Learn more and register at www.iowaleague.org
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