Fiscal Management

Cyber incident coverage from the League’s Insurance Trust addressing financial, legal, and operational impacts.

Read about commonly used and authorized financing tools for cities to fund local improvements and economic development.

Has basic information on routine financial tasks cities must perform like use of funds in accounting and internal control procedures.

Insurance helps pay lawful claims and defend against meritless claims. Loss control measures aim to reduce injuries and claims.

Describes city fund balances and provides related definitions of terms.

Learn the characteristics of city budgets as a work plan and communication tool. Understand the budget cycle.

Understand city exposure to lawsuits and the state statutes and judicial decisions that limit liability.

Describes the elements of a typical property tax statement from the county.

A quick reference to important dates for cities in the state aid and property tax systems.