The monthly newsletter reports on local government issues, legislative concerns, affiliate associations' activities and innovative programs of member municipalities.
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- 2022 HLAD, MEO Institute Coming in February
- Act 176 Defines ‘Gross Income’ for Business Licensing
- Association Highlight: Association Training Calendar
- Cities Use Technology to Improve Utility Reliability
- Complete the 2022 Compensation Survey
- Economic Development Through Diversity and Team-Building
- Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government Monthly Quiz
- Municipal IT Budgeting in Three Parts
- Municipal Population Grows in 2020 Census
- News Briefs
- Not If, but When: Cities Use Preparation and Training to Counter Cyberattacks
- Seven Steps for Business License Standardization
- Stopping Urban Invasive Plants
- Technology Projects Eligible for American Rescue Plan Funds
- The Municipal Association Needs Your Updated City Information
- Understanding Committee Functions and Limits
- Virtual Training Options Offer Convenience for Municipal Officials
- Act 176 Allows Some Economic Development Flexibility
- A Day in the Life of a Business Licensing Official
- Association Highlight: Municipal Officials and Legislative Directory
- Building Trust Through Open Communication
- Careful Ethics Reporting Helps Officials Avoid Fines
- Municipal Association Offers Cooperative Purchasing Program
- Municipal Elected Officials Institute of Government Monthly Quiz
- News Briefs
- Paths to Progress: Trail Projects Drive Economic Development
- Rebalance Business License Rates Before 2022
- Repeal and Replace: Adopt the Model Business License Ordinance
- Supreme Court Decision Draws New Distinction Between Taxes and Fees
- Telling the Stories of Local Businesses
- Time Is Running Out for Business License Standardization
- What to Know About Business License Tax Administration After Act 176