The Local Government team collaborates with local governments to develop the leadership skills and knowledge needed to generate policies, procedures, and planning for the betterment of Iowa’s communities and regions. We have expertise in data collection and interpretation; local government budgeting, administration, and law; assessing and addressing communities' housing needs; and board strategic planning, visioning, and facilitation, which we apply to foster professionalism, build capacity, improve efficiencies, and emphasize sustainable practices and outcomes in the public sector.
Programs
- Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, and Facilitation
- Grant Writing 101
- Iowa Government Finance Initiative
- Municipal Leadership Academy for elected officials
- Municipal Professional Institute and Academy for city clerks and treasurers
- Planning and Zoning Workshops
- Township Trustee & Clerk Training
- Rural Housing Readiness Assessment