We provide the following services to Iowa's local governments

Strategic Planning and Implementation

IPA assists city council members, city/county boards and commissions, and local government staff in:

• Planning for and implementing their goals (Click here for more information on our goal setting work sessions)
• Resolving conflicts
• Working as a team, and
• Learning how to more effectively perform their individual roles

Public Management Assistance

IPA helps local government leaders assess needs, evaluate and improve their organizations, build teamwork, implement organizational goals, and identify available resources.

Emerging Trends

IPA works with local government leaders in identifying and responding to emerging issues and opportunities within the public sector arena.

Information and Publications

IPA publishes and distributes handouts and guides for local government officials, such as the Municipal Policy Leaders' handbook: A Guide for Iowa Mayors and Council Members, as well as serving as an information resource for other articles and information referrals.