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Homestead Market Value Exclusion 101
An overview of the homestead market value exclusion program. Read More
Fair Labor Standards Act: An Overview
Describes the most common employee protections under this federal law requiring a minimum wage and overtime compensation. Read More
Considerations in Mutual Aid Agreements
Helps cities working with other cities or local governments to address liability considerations in their mutual aid agreements. Read More
Fair Labor Standards Act: Determining Exempt versus Non-Exempt Status
Determine which employees are covered (non-exempt) and which employees are not (exempt) under this federal law. Read More
Budget Guide for Cities
Learn about new state and federal laws that significantly affect city budget decisions. Read More
Process to Obtain Local Sales Tax Authority
Cities need to follow strict rules and procedures to get legislative authority for the creation of a local sales tax. Read More
Newspaper Publication
Find out requirements for publishing meeting and election notices, city financial reports, ordinances, advertisements for bids and more. Read More
City Options for Meeting Remotely
The COVID-19 public health emergency requires cities to make alternative meeting plans and still comply with the Open Meeting Law. Read More
Meetings of City Councils
Learn important meeting concepts like the open meeting law, taking meeting minutes, and scheduling and conducting meetings. Read More
Hiring a City Manager or Administrator Toolkit
Learn the steps to take in hiring a city manager or administrator. Read More