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The Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) was established in 1891 to provide Indiana municipal officials a means to congregate, educate and advocate their interests before the state and federal governments. Indiana is one of the first states to form a municipal association, and IACT (pronounced "i-act") has a rich tradition of serving municipal government and elected officials. A not-for-profit organization, IACT represents municipalities before state lawmakers, and provides education and information to members. With more than 460 municipalities as members, IACT is the official voice of municipal government in Indiana.The non-partisan Association is governed by officers and a Board of Directors, and relies upon various committees to govern its agendas and set policy. Members of the Executive Committee represent various municipal elected offices, sizes of municipalities and geographic areas of the state. Maintaining non-partisanship is an important part of the Association's governance.
IACT hosts two major conferences each year, numerous workshops and training sessions, and helps municipal officials remain effective leaders by keeping mayors, clerk-treasurers, council members and appointed staff educated about new laws, rules, and programs, and by providing education opportunities to enhance management and leadership skills.
Facilitating sharing of ideas and communicating the latest information with municipal officials is a major function of IACT. Through print and electronic media, meetings and roundtables, publications and this website, IACT employs a variety of means for municipal officials to take advantage of the immense knowledge of their municipal colleagues around Indiana, state and federal agency officials, expert municipal service providers and the IACT staff.
Legislative advocacy is a major function of the Association, and during the Indiana legislative session, IACT members and staff work hard to ensure that state lawmakers pass legislation that helps cities and towns better serve citizens.
The entire membership of the Association votes at the Annual Conference to accept policies, and the Legislative Committee works during the session to analyze legislation so that the IACT Government Affairs team may advocate your interests before state legislators.
Indiana municipal officials working together to provide effective government for citizens - that's what the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns is all about.
IACT offers a variety of opportunities for businesses to establish themselves as friends of and experts in muncipal government. Associate Members not only receive discounted rates but also the first chance to take advantage of the many opportunities.
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Download a 2010 Ad Kit.
Actionlines is the official monthly publication of the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns. It includes relevant, timely articles about local government issues affecting Indiana cities and towns.
Actionlines and additional publications offer a variety of advertising opportunities. For more information, contact Anne Trobaugh at (317) 237-6200 or atrobaugh@citiesandtowns.org.
Download a 2010 sponsorship form.
IACT provides opportunities for businesses to sponsor conferences and events, offering valuable exposure to the municipal government market. Available exclusively to IACT associate members, sponsorships heighten visibility and provide direct access to your primary market.
- Annual Conference & Exhibition
- Foundation programs
- Legislative Conference
- Leadership Conference
- Reception at National League of Cities' Congress of Cities
- Municipal Management Institute
- Advertising sponsorships in IACT E-newsletters
- Indiana Conference of Mayors Annual Meeting
Please contact Anne Trobaugh, IACT Corporate Relations Director, at (317) 237-6200 or atrobaugh@citiesandtowns.org if you would like further information about opportunities for involvement in IACT.
Overview of IARC
The Indiana Association of Regional Councils (IARC) is a statewide, 501 (c) (3) Association of 12 organizations that provide comprehensive, regional planning services that are coordinated with local municipal and county governments. Most IARC member regions governmental organizations that have been in existence for more than 25 years, are funded by member counties and multiple grant sources, and have governing boards or commissions mainly comprised of local elected officials.
The Indiana Association of Regional Councils (IARC) is a statewide, 501 (c) (3) Association of 12 organizations that provide comprehensive, regional planning services that are coordinated with local municipal and county governments. Most IARC member regions governmental organizations that have been in existence for more than 25 years, are funded by member counties and multiple grant sources, and have governing boards or commissions mainly comprised of local elected officials.
These 12 organizations represent Regional Planning Commissions, Economic Development Districts and Metropolitan Planning Organizations and provide a variety of economic and community development, housing, planning, transportation and specialized services to local governments, businesses and other nonprofit organizations within a multi-county planning region.
Established in 1997, IARC provides a statewide forum for directors, staff and board members of regional planning agencies in Indiana to network and share ideas that promote economic and community development, transportation planning, smart growth and other issues on a regional basis statewide.
IARC supports regional development efforts that prioritize and categorize local community and economic development needs and projects based on urgency, feasibility and determined regional priority. The individual services provided by IARC member organizations vary by local jurisdictional authority and local project and planning needs.
IACT is pleased to offer the Ambassador Program with assistance from generous sponsors.
Founding sponsor Umbaugh
Patron sponsors Bernardin, Lochmueller & Associates, Bliss-McKnight, Inc., Boyce Forms Systems, Energy Systems Group
Launched in 2004, the Ambassador Program has provided hundreds of cities and towns with onsite technical assistance. Three highly qualified Field Services Managers are on call to share their unique experience and knowledge to help IACT member city and town officials find solutions to common municipal problems and to better understand the multifaceted workings of municipal government.
The Ambassador Program ensures municipal members access to IACT programs and services and serves as a conduit for IACT members to participate in the advocacy process.
With more than 90 years of combined municipal government experience, the Ambassadors can assist members with a variety of municipal matters, including: administration; basics for fiscal officers; community and economic development; environmental management; labor negotiations; police and fire pensions; public finance; public works projects; town incorporation; town to city status; and utilities.
Field Services Manager (Central and Northern Indiana) - Tom Bredeweg
Email: tbredeweg@citiesandtowns.org
Phone: (317) 408-4289
Tom returned to Indiana in May of 2007 after serving as Executive Director for the Iowa League of Cities from 1992-2007. Prior to serving in Iowa, he worked with IACT for 17 years in a variety of positions including Training Director, Legislative Services Director, Membership Services Director and Deputy Director. Tom can assist members with matters such as public finance, police and fire pensions, public construction bids, risk management and insurance, meeting procedures, and community and economic development.
Field Services Manager (Southern Indiana) - Bill GoffinetEmail: bgoffinet@citiesandtowns.org
Phone: (317) 691-7259
Bill began his municipal career in the early 1970s by serving on various municipal boards and commissions in Tell City, including the Housing Authority and Electric Department Board, and worked as a Building Code Inspector. Bill was elected clerk-treasurer in 1984 and mayor in 1988. While mayor, Bill served as IACT President from 1997-98 and as a member of the Executive, Legislative and Environmental Committees. Bill has a great deal of experience in economic development, and was active in the Perry County Development Corporation and the Tell City Economic Development Commission. He is currently a member of the Perry County Port Authority. Bill also has experience in environmental matters and served on the state Environmental Quality Service Council and the Brownfields Advisory Committee.
Field Services Manager (Northern Indiana) - Jim Trobaugh (part-time volunteer)
jtrobaugh@citiesandtowns.org
jtrobaugh@citiesandtowns.org
Jim is a retired Colonel in the U.S. Army and began his municipal career in 1984 as a Kokomo City Council member. He was elected mayor in 1996 and led the Superfund site clean-up of the Continental Steel site in Kokomo and also served on the state's Environmental Quality Service Council. Jim was active in the Association by serving as IACT's President from 2002-03 and was a member of various committees of the Association. He has experience in community and economic development and served on the National League of Cities' Community and Economic Development Committee. Although Jim currently works for IACT on a volunteer basis, he is always willing to assist member municipalities when needed.
The IACT Ambassador Program is a technical assistance program offered bythe Indiana Association of Cities and Towns. There is no cost for the program. To schedule a meeting with a Field Services Manager, you may contact the IACT office at (317) 237-6200 or a Field Services Manager directly.
2010 Statehouse Report
Incremental Victories Make 2010 Session a Success for Municipalities, Despite Tax Cap Resolutions. Click here to read the report.
2010 Legislative Initiatives
Downloads
Letter from the IACT executive director concerning House passing Property Tax Cap resolution.
Complete this form to let IACT know of your interest in becoming involved in the Government Affairs program.
Legislative Summary
View the latest edition of Legislative Summary.
Legislative Links
Good for Municpal Government, Good for Business.
The Association's mission for the Associate Member Program is to assist municipal officials and business leaders in sharing ideas and information. This is accomplished through:
- Networking opportunities
- Conferences and seminars
- Written and online information network
- Speaking opportunities
IACT believes its business partners are an important part of the Association because they provide expert information and financial support to municipal members.
If your company does business with municipal government, you cannot afford to miss the opportunities provided by IACT through its Associate Member Program. The choice is good for your business, and good for municipal government. By joining IACT, you join the effort to improve municipal government in Indiana, and, in doing so, receive unparalleled marketing opportunities for your business.
Benefits of IACT Associate Membership:
- Exclusive right to sponsorship opportunities
- Notice of IACT training programs, workshops and seminars
- Opportunities to submit workshop proposals
- Attend IACT training programs, seminars and Municipal Management Institute workshops at member rate
- Two subscriptions to IACT publications*
- Two copies of IACT Roster of Indiana City & Town Officials
- Complimentary IACT-member mailing lists
- Opportunities to submit articles for publication in IACT publications
- 20% advertising discount in IACT publications
- IACT Annual Conference and Exhibition
- Discount on Exhibit Hall booth space
- Exclusive opportunity to select prime Exhibit Hall booth spaces
- Exclusive opportunity to obtain hospitality suite
- Designation as an associate member on Exhibit Hall booth
- Four Exhibit Hall passes
- Conference program advertising discount
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* Includes magazine, newsletters and electronic newsletters; if multiple business locations, please contact IACT office with mailing information.
Associate Member Advisory Council
The Associate Member Advisory Council is a group of 15 people, each representing an IACT Associate Member company. The Council exists to serve as a voice for IACT Associate Members and meets three times per year to discuss any business relating to IACT Associate Membership. The Chairperson holds a non-voting seat on the IACT Board of Directors, and members are elected by a nominating committee to serve a three-year term.
If you are interested in applying to become a member of the Advisory Council, please contact Anne Trobaugh at atrobaugh@citiesandtowns.org.
2009-2010 Officers:
- Marsha Craney, Chair, Bonar Group, a GAI Company
- Patti Yount, Vice-Chair, Bernardin Lochmueller & Associates
- Matthew Brase, Secretary, SDS Group
View a list of the Associate Member Advisory Council Members.
Contact Anne Trobaugh at (317) 237-6200 or atrobaugh@citiesandtowns.org, for additional Associate Member information.IACT hosts numerous meetings and events throughout the year:
Annual Conference & Exhibition
Annual Budget Workshops
Clerk-Treasurers School
Leadership Conference
2010 ICOM Annual Meeting
Jeffersonville & New Albany
June 2-4
2009-2010 Officers
President - Mayor Jon Craig, City of Petersburg
Vice President - Mayor Tom Jones, City of Linton
Headquarters
Indiana Association of Cities and Towns
200 S. Meridian, Suite 340
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Phone: (317) 237-6200
Fax: (317) 237-6206
200 S. Meridian, Suite 340
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Phone: (317) 237-6200
Fax: (317) 237-6206
Staff directory (click on name for contact info)
| Executive Director | Matthew C. Greller |
| Senior Executive Assistant | Laura Adcock |
| Field Services Manager | Tom Bredeweg |
| Publications & Marketing Manager | Jason Ballenger |
| Executive Assistant | Candice Bernier |
| Director of Government Affairs and Legislative Counsel | |
| Associate Executive Director | |
| Field Services Manager | Bill Goffinet |
| Education and Special Events Director | Lindsay Heinzman |
| Bookkeeper | Jennifer Muehlfeld |
| Administrative Assistant | |
| Associate Executive Director for Communications & Policy | |
| Corporate Relations Director | Anne Trobaugh |
| Field Services Manager | Jim Trobaugh |
| Office Manager | Sue Whitaker |
| General Counsel | Jodie Woods |
Cities and Towns to Support Kernan-Shepard
IACT Executive Committee votes to help Gov. Daniels pass sweeping government reform package. Read more.
Impact of Property Tax Reform Legislation
The Center for Urban Policy and the Environment has released a report detailing the impact of HEA 1001.
2009 Statehouse Report
IACT reports successes and fewer wounds inflicted on cities and towns. Click here to read the report.
Complete this form to let IACT know of your interest in becoming involved in the Government Affairs program.
View the latest edition of Legislative Summary.
Legislative Links
Track pending legislation with BillWatch
(The three links above take you outside of the IACT website and to Access Indiana, the State of Indiana's official website.)
To update or add your city or town's website link to your member listing contact Jason Ballenger by email or phone at (317) 237-6200.
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Indiana Controllers Association (ICA)
Appointed fiscal officers for 2nd Class Cities.
Appointed fiscal officers for 2nd Class Cities.
The ICA has an email listserve for city controllers. This is an excellent way to connect with other local government professionals throughout the state. You may use it for questions, comments, sharing resources, and more that is specific to the office of the contoller. With a simple email, you can reach many people in positions similar to your own across the state.
To subscribe to the listserve, go to the link below. You will be able to set your own password.
For questions on the listserve, please email Ann Cottongim
IN.gov - Indiana state website
2009-2010 IACT Officers and Board of Directors
 William Schmitt, Mayor, Jasper President |  Jeff Rea, Mayor, Mishawaka First Vice President |
 Stephen Luecke, Mayor, South Bend Second Vice President |  Matthew C. Greller IACT Executive Director |
In addition to the officers, the following individuals compose the Board of Directors:
Fred Armstrong, Mayor, Columbus
Laura Baker, Clerk-Treasurer, Etna Green
Greg Ballard, Mayor, Indianapolis
Deborah Block, City Clerk, Mishawaka
Larry Breese, Clerk-Treasurer, Greenfield
Kay Brown, Clerk-Treasurer, Remington
Diana Cordray, Clerk-Treasurer, Carmel
Jon Craig, Mayor, Petersburg
Tom DeGiulio, Town Manager, Munster
Thomas Galligan, Mayor, Jeffersonville
Greg Goodnight, Mayor, Kokomo
Michael Griffin, Clerk-Treasurer, Highland
Thomas Henry, Mayor, Fort Wayne
Retha Hicks, Clerk-Treasurer, Winona Lake
Bruce Hosier, Mayor, Portland
David Kinder, Clerk-Treasurer, Sellersburg
Terry McDonald, Mayor, New Haven
Sharon McShurley, Mayor, Muncie
Marilyn Pfisterer, Council Member, Indianapolis
Joanne Sanders, Council Member, Indianapolis
Wayne Seybold, Mayor, Marion
Dave Shafer, Clerk-Treasurer, Munster
Jeff Sheridan, Town Manager, Cumberland
Joseph Stahura, Mayor, Whiting
Marc Steczyk, Town Manager, Ferdinand
Debra Twitchell, Clerk-Treasurer, Angola
Jonathan Weinzapfel, Mayor, Evansville
Ernie Wiggins, Mayor, Warsaw
Brenda Young, Clerk-Treasurer, Nashville
Additionally, past presidents also serve on the Board of Directors. They include:
John Ditslear, Mayor of Noblesville
John Ditslear, Mayor of Noblesville
Ted Ellis, Mayor of Bluffton
Charles Henderson, Mayor of Greenwood
Allan Kauffman, Mayor of Goshen
Marilyn Morrison, Clerk-Treasurer of Warren
Mary Olson, Council Member of Elkhart
The Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) has been endorsing businesses since 1983 that provide services to cities and towns. As one of the oldest state municipal leagues in the country, IACT selects its endorsed programs carefully.
The Endorsed Programs Committee reviews new program proposals and products that offer unique opportunities for value and quality to the membership and monitors approved endorsed programs to assure their continued viability and value to the membership and Association.
The Committee's Mission Statement sets forth the criteria which must be met before a program will be considered for endorsement. The program must:
The Endorsed Programs Committee reviews new program proposals and products that offer unique opportunities for value and quality to the membership and monitors approved endorsed programs to assure their continued viability and value to the membership and Association.
The Committee's Mission Statement sets forth the criteria which must be met before a program will be considered for endorsement. The program must:
- Offer a product or service superior to others in the marketplace;
- Provide significant cost savings to the membership;
- Provide adequate compensation to the Association as reimbursement for administrative cost and for the institutional value of the endorsement; and,
- Provide the potential for product refinement as a result of the IACT endorsement.
All IACT endorsed programs have been deemed to meet these criteria. Each offers a specialized and beneficial product or service to the IACT membership. Additional information on these programs may be obtained by contacting the companies directly or the IACT office.
The Endorsed Programs are:
American Legal Publishing Corporation
432 Walnut Street, 12th Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: (800) 445-5588
Fax: (513) 763-3562
http://www.amlegal.com/
432 Walnut Street, 12th Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: (800) 445-5588
Fax: (513) 763-3562
http://www.amlegal.com/
Joseph McDonough, Vice President, jmcdonough@amlegal.com
Prepares basic code for Indiana towns.
Bliss McKnight
Bliss McKnight, Inc.
2801 East Empire
Bloomington, IL 61704
Phone (309) 663-1393
Toll free (800) 322-3391
Bliss McKnight, Inc.
2801 East Empire
Bloomington, IL 61704
Phone (309) 663-1393
Toll free (800) 322-3391
Kris Andrews, info@blissmcknight.com
Provides liability insurance plans for Indiana municipalities.
Provides a lease-purchase plan (LEAP-IN) for Indiana municipalities.
U. S. Communities
Government Purchasing Alliance
2033 N. Main Street, Ste. 700
2033 N. Main Street, Ste. 700
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone: (866) 472-7467
Phone: (866) 472-7467
Fax: (925) 933-8457
Katherine L. Abshire
Program Manager
Mobile: 262-389-5321
Email: kabshire@uscommunities.org
U.S. Communities Government Purchasing Alliance is a nonprofit government purchasing cooperative that assists local and state government agencies, school districts (K-12), higher education, and nonprofits in reducing the cost of purchased goods through pooling the purchasing power of public agencies nationwide. This is accomplished through competitively solicited contracts for quality products through lead public agencies. Today more than 37,800 public agencies utilize U.S. Communities contracts and suppliers to procure more that 1 billion dollars in products and services annually. Each month more than 400 new public agencies register to participate. The continuing rapid growth of public agency participation is fueled by the program's proven track record of providing public agencies unparallel value. U.S. Communities is committed to providing purchasing solutions to local and state government agencies, school districts (K-12), higher education, and nonprofits.
The Property Tax Corner features the latest information on property tax reform in Indiana.
The DUAB was established to receive petitions from political subdivisions that are expected to have a reduction in their property tax collections of at least five percent (5%) in a calendar year as a result of the Circuit Breaker caps on property tax bills.
In September 2008, they released a memorandum summarizing the Distressed Unit Appeals Board (DUAB) law. The purpose of the memorandum is to inform the fiscal officers of all political subdivisions of the procedures for filing a petition with the DUAB and other legal requirements.
They also released administrative procedures adopted by the DUAB at its first meeting, which explain the timing for filing a petition with the DUAB, describe the required contents of the petition, and provide direction on other policy and administrative matters.
Impact of Property Tax Reform Legislation
The Center for Urban Policy and the Environment has released a report detailing the impact of property tax reform legislation (HEA 1001) in Indiana.
2008 Statehouse Report
2008 Statehouse Report
An in-depth summary of 75 enrolled acts from the 2008 General Assembly that have some type of municipal impact. Download IACT's 2008 Statehouse Report.
Legislative Wrap-Up
IACT hosted workshops for more than 600 local government officials to explain HEA 1001 and its impacts in April 2008.
IACT hosted workshops for more than 600 local government officials to explain HEA 1001 and its impacts in April 2008.
View the HEA 1001 presentation.
View the Preparing for Budget Cuts presentation.
Download the HEA 1001 Handbook.
HEA 1001 Collateral Damage Survey
As municipalities evaluate the impact of HEA 1001, IACT will be compiling the information to document the effects. Please complete this survey as you begin to curb expenses.
1001 in Your Community
To help municipalities better understand HEA 1001 and cope with its consequences, IACT will be traveling to communities and giving presentations on the law to city and town councils and municipal employees. Request a presentation.
To help municipalities better understand HEA 1001 and cope with its consequences, IACT will be traveling to communities and giving presentations on the law to city and town councils and municipal employees. Request a presentation.
Circuit Breaker Analysis Under HEA 1001 (Property Tax Relief)
The latest analysis of the impact of House Bill 1001, Property Tax Relief Plan that was approved this legislative session. The report is a breakdown of the tax impact on each taxing district within a county. Information provided by the Legislative Services Agency.
The latest analysis of the impact of House Bill 1001, Property Tax Relief Plan that was approved this legislative session. The report is a breakdown of the tax impact on each taxing district within a county. Information provided by the Legislative Services Agency.
View the HB1001Circuit Breaker Analysis (updated 3.14.08).
State of Municipalities Shows Bleak Financial Outlook
IACT released its second annual State of Municipalities report, illustrating the fiscal condition of cities and towns in Indiana. The report provides invaluable data that gives us a glimpse into the financial situation of Indiana's municipalities and compares the general sentiment about current fiscal conditions in Indiana with the responses from the previous year. We are able to begin to follow the trends of municipal capabilities, the impacts of new legislation on municipalities and the needs of municipal government to provide public services that their constituents expect in the face of financial pressures.
Professor DeBoer on Property Taxes and Local Government
Purdue Professor Larry DeBoer gave a presentation on property taxes and local government at the Purdue Extension for Economic and Community Development's Winter 2008 workshop on February 1. On their blog, Purdue ECD provide links to video of the presentation as well as links to the PowerPoint, a handout at the event and questions and answers that arised from the presentation.
View the blog, where you can find the video and materials.
Prof. DeBoer also publishes the interesting Indiana Local Government Information website.
Municipal Officials Gather at Statehouse Before HB 1001 Goes for Second Reading, Amendments
Before HB 1001 went to the senate floor for second reading and amendments on Monday, Feb. 25, municipal officials gathered at the Statehouse for a press conference and to visit with their legislators to make sure that in the effort to reform property taxes they don't severely limit the ability of cities and towns to deliver the services that citizens expect. The press conference received statewide attention and municipal officials and public safety personnel from across the state met with their legislators.
Indiana Mayors Caution State Lawmakers: Budget Reductions Will Impact Ability to Provide Essential Services
At press conferences held in Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, Evansville and South Bend, municipal and county officials warned that budget reductions resulting from measures in HB 1001 will impact the ability of Hoosier cities and towns to provide essential services.
Read articles from media outlets across the state covering the press tour:
2008 Property Tax Legislation
This presentation by Ice Miller LLP and Umbaugh looks at the property tax crisis in Indiana and legislation aimed at remedying the problem.
Gov. Daniels Announces Property Tax Plan
Plan caps property tax, eliminates elected assessors and raises sales tax.
Plan caps property tax, eliminates elected assessors and raises sales tax.
The purpose of the Indiana League of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers is to promote the best methods conducting the affairs of their elected offices, to offer educational information for the growth and advancement of Clerks and Clerk-Treasurers, and to work with the State Legislature in enacting laws for the betterment of state and local government.
Visit their website at: http://www.ilmct.org.
Quest
View the latest issue of ILMCT's newsletter, Quest.
Indiana municipal officials have designed a comprehensive plan to reduce property taxes, establish alternatives for financing local government, and create efficient and effective local government that we call Hometown Matters. Through IACT the state's municipal officials have taken the lead in devising a long-term strategy for property tax reduction.
Hometown matters are important to the citizens of Indiana. Essential services such as public safety, a clean and safe environment, good jobs and a strong economy, and sound infrastructure are all provided by municipal government. Hometown Matters is a plan to enable municipal officials to provide the best and most efficient municipal government possible to the citizens we serve.
If you wish to participate in the Hometown Matters Speakers Bureau, please contact Megan Miller, (317) 237-6200 x233. IACT has prepared a speech and other tools to assist you in speaking publicly about Hometown Matters. Megan will be happy to send you those materials, and assist with setting up speaking engagements in your area.
The Indiana Mayors Assistants Association (IMA) exists to provide a network for personnel who work closely with Mayors from all municipalities throughout the State of Indiana. This shall be accomplished by developing professionalism through training and education; by further defining the role of Mayors Assistants in municipal government; and by encouraging the interaction and sharing of information with one another and other municipal employees.
2010 Indiana Mayors Assistants Annual Conference
April 29-30
French Lick Springs Hotel
There are a number of opportunities for those who would like to be involved in the Association. Town and Mayor Roundtables are held regionally and are a great way to build relationships with your peers in other communities and learn about current issues. IACT also has a variety of committees that municipal officials can serve on to help guide the Association's direction. IACT also hosts a number of conferences and meetings at locations throughout the state, focusing on government advocacy and education.
Finally, getting involved in municipal government advocacy may be the most beneficial thing you can do for your city or town and the Association. IACT frequently requests that members contact legislators, and during the legislative session, often needs testimony or information from a wide range of municipal officials to present to the legislature.
How to Get Involved with Municipal Government Advocacy
- Read IACT's weekly e-newsletter, Legislative Summary, to keep updated on legislative action.
- Respond immediately to IACT advocacy alerts requesting your presence at the Statehouse or to contact your legislators on specific issues.
- Get to know your legislators and meet with them regularly at home and by visiting them at the Statehouse.
- Be willing to testify before committee hearings upon IACT's request.
- Ask IACT how to get more involved by contacting Rhonda Cook, Director of Government Affairs and General Counsel, at rcook@citiesandtowns.org or 317-237-6200 x225.
This section is an archive of documents from past legislative sessions.
2008 Legislative Session
- 2008 Statehouse Report
An in-depth summary of 75 enrolled acts from the 2008 General Assembly that have some type of municipal impact. Download IACT's 2008 Statehouse Report. - Impact of Property Tax Reform Legislation
The Center for Urban Policy and the Environment has released a report detailing the impact of HEA 1001.
2007 Legislative Session
- Distressed Unit Appeals Board Petition Policy and Procedure
- Distressed Unit Appeals Board Process flowchart
The Indiana Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) was formed in 1983 to:
- collect and disseminate information on matters of concern to attorneys practicing in the field of municipal law;
- promote the continuing education of attorneys on issues affecting municipal law, and
- provide forums for attorneys practicing municipal law to meet and exchange ideas and professional experience.
IMLA Seminar Topics 1980 - 2010 (Contact the IACT office at 317-237-6200 to purchase past IMLA Seminar binders)
Recent documents include:
2011 Income Tax Distribution Estimates
Please view the attached spreadsheet prepared by the State Board of Accounts. The document outlines the estimated 2011 income tax distributions by county. For more information regarding the distribution formula for your city or town please contact your County Auditor immediately.
Report Shows Bleak Financial Outlook
IACT released its second annual State of Municipalities report,illustrating the fiscal condition of cities and towns in Indiana. The report provides invaluable data that gives us a glimpse into thefinancial situation of Indiana's municipalitiesand compares the general sentiment about current fiscal conditions in Indiana with the responses from the previous year. We are able to begin to follow the trends of municipal capabilities, the impacts of new legislation on municipalities and the needs of municipal government to provide public services that their constituents expect in the face of financial pressures.
Media Violence
Former Indianapolis mayor Bart Peterson hosted a Media Violence Summit during his tenure as president of the National League of Cities. This summit discussed media violence, its impact on children, and the role of cities in dealing with this issue.
Former Indianapolis mayor Bart Peterson hosted a Media Violence Summit during his tenure as president of the National League of Cities. This summit discussed media violence, its impact on children, and the role of cities in dealing with this issue.
- View a webcast of the summit (Note: A video shown during the webcast contains graphic content that may not be suitable for all viewers)
- Hold a conversation on media violence in your community
- Media violence statistics
- Media Violence links
2007 State of Municipalities Report
This report provides invaluable data that gives a glimpse into the current financial situation of Indiana's municipalities, and also creates a baseline of information for annually tracking their fiscal condition, impacts of new legislation on municipalities and the needs of municipal government to provide public services that their constituents expect.
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Welcome to the IMMA Web site.
The Indiana Municipal Management Association (IMMA) is committed to providing training, networking opportunities, resources, and technical assistance to Town Managers, City Managers, and
IMMA is affiliated with the Indiana Association of Cities & Towns (IACT) and the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). These professional associations provide valuable training and resources to the IMMA membership. In addition, IMMA offers a number of training and networking opportunities throughout the year to members.
IMMA offers free technical assistance to cities and towns that are interested in employing a professional local government manager. We have also placed a number of documents on our web site to provide assistance to new managers, elected officials, and city or town employees.
Thanks for your interest in IMMA. I hope you find our web site beneficial and helpful.
WHO WE ARE
The Indiana Municipal Management Association (IMMA) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization composed of City and Town Managers, Chief Administrative Officers, Assistant and Deputy Managers. Funding is provided by annual dues paid by the individual members. The organization is governed by a 8-member Executive Board and managed by an Executive Director. IMMA is a recognized affiliate of IACT and the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). Click here to view a map of the IMMA membership.
The Indiana Municipal Management Association (IMMA) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization composed of City and Town Managers, Chief Administrative Officers, Assistant and Deputy Managers. Funding is provided by annual dues paid by the individual members. The organization is governed by a 8-member Executive Board and managed by an Executive Director. IMMA is a recognized affiliate of IACT and the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). Click here to view a map of the IMMA membership.
ORGANIZATION PURPOSE
The purpose of IMMA is to support municipal and county management and to strengthen and promote professional local government management in Indiana.
The purpose of IMMA is to support municipal and county management and to strengthen and promote professional local government management in Indiana.
Municipal Managers network at a Regional Luncheon.
The IMMA Quarter is a quarterly publication composed, primarily, by IMMA members. The purpose behind the newsletter is to keep the IMMA membership informed of happenings across the state, provide educational reading for the membership, and to inspire questions and comments amongst IMMA members.
2010
Volume IV, Issue I (February 2010)
2009
Volume III, Issue III (October 2009)
Volume III, Issue II (June 2009)
Volume III, Issue I (April 2009)
2008
Volume II, Issue IV (December 2008)
Volume II, Issue III (October 2008)
Volume II, Issue II (July 2008)
2007
Volume I, Issue IV (December 2007)
Volume I, Issue III (October 2007)
Volume I, Issue II (May 2007)
Volume I, Issue I (Jan. 2007)
The IMMA seeks applicants for three professional manager awards: the Indiana Local Government Professional Manager of the Year Award, the IMMA Profession Advancement Award, and the IMMA Outstanding New Local Government Manager Award. The awards are given out yearly and all nomination forms are due in August.
For additional information about the IMMA's awards program, click here. To download a printable nomination form, click here.
Presented by Christopher B. Burke Engineering, Ltd.
The submission period has now ended. Thank you for your participation.
 Explanation and purpose of this program Sustainable development concepts, low impact development, energy conservation programs, and similar management approaches can all be considered part of a "green" program for a municipal government. Green programs are valuable to our environment and to our bottom line. In a time of extreme needs to cut costs at the municipal level, many green concepts can save a community money, while simultaneously conserving environmental resources and improving the quality of life for a community. Improved quality of life, in turn, can help support economic development goals. This is IACT's third year implementing the Green Communities Initiative for the collective purposes of:
This Initiative is comprised of:
For questions regarding the survey, please contact iactgreen@citiesandtowns.org. |
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The Indiana Municipal Personnel Administrators for Cities and Towns (IMPACT) exists to provide a network for municipal human resources professionals to:
- Foster professional development through training and information sharing;
- Better define the role of the human resources function in municipal government;
- Stimulate and encourage interaction among human resources professionals to share information and provide expertise to one another and to other municipal officials;
- Share resources through personal interaction and the creation of a personnel management resources bank; and
- Promote the profession of local government human resources management.
Click here to view documents that municipal human resource professionals use around the state.
IACT works with the National League of Cities on federal government affairs. IACT also works to establish and maintain positive relationships with Indiana's federal delegates.
Contact Megan Miller at (317) 237-6200 x.233 for more information on IACT's Federal Affairs program.
Digital Television Transition
Indiana Downtown® is offered by the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns in partnership with HyettPalma, Inc., and is based on the highly successful America Downtown® technical assistance program, offered by the National League of Cities and HyettPalma since 1992. The program is an economic development and downtown revitalization tool that assists cities and towns by creating a Downtown Action Agenda specifically tailored to each community, which includes: Digital Television Transition
The Digital Television Transition and Public Safety Act of 2005 mandated that all television stations stop analog broadcasts and switch to digital broadcast on February 17, 2009.
DTV transition does not directly affect everyone. For households with digital televisions and/or subscriptionsto acableor satellite service provider, nothing will change. Yet, 34 million households have at least one television that will no longer be able to receive free, over-the-air television when the transition is complete on February 17, 2009. Many of these consumers may not yet be aware of the transition, or their options. There is still much outreach to be done. And municipal officials have an important role to play.
The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has developed an electronic toolkit for elected officials to help prepare constituents for the transition to DTV. The e-toolkit contains TV converter box coupon information, brochures, a Q&A fact sheet, important information about antennas, recycling old TVs, and so much more. The e-toolkit and other useful information is accessible on the NLC DTV Resource webpage at: http://www.nlc.org/resources_for_cities/programs___services/dtvresources.aspx
"How to Prepare for the DTV Transition" - describes DTV transition, offers practical solutions and more. Read the article at http://www.nlc.org/articles/articleItems/NCW42808/DTVTransition.aspx.
- a vision of downtown's future, as defined by the community
- a market analysis quantifying downtown's retail, office, and housing potentials
- a recommended course of action to be implemented over the next five years by the private and public sectors
- management recommendations regarding a downtown partnership and funding.
Those interested in bringing the Indiana Downtown® Program to their community may contact the IACT office at (317) 237-6200.
Current Participants in the Indiana Downtown® Program are:
Angola, Aurora, Bluffton, Columbia City, Danville, Delphi, Elkhart, Fort Wayne, Goshen, Greensburg, Hebron, Jeffersonville, Lafayette, Leo-Cedarville, LaPorte, Princeton, Rochester, Rockport, Terre Haute, Warren, Warsaw and Valparaiso.
Sponsored by Hannum, Wagle & Cline Engineering
The IACT Municipal Management Institute (MMI) was created to provide innovative, quality education programs to municipal officials across Indiana. Institute participants are given the opportunity to sharpen their management and leadership skills, learn new techniques for tackling common local issues and improving services for citizens, all while working toward certification as an "IACT Certified Municipal Official." As officials complete each MMI level they are recognized by the Association, and, more importantly, will benefit their community with the knowledge and experience that they gain.
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Earning Certification
Municipal officials will be recognized at four certification levels for completing courses in five program categories:
1. Development
2. Finance
3. Leadership
4. Management
5. Services
A conference credit must also be earned in the year that the certification level is awarded. Municipal Officials can obtain a conference credit by attending one of the following: Newly Elected Officials Training, Legislative Conference, Clerk-Treasurers School, Leadership Conference, or the Annual Conference & Exhibition.
Municipal Liability and Risk Management: Suing the city, America's newest national pastime?
Tuesday, September 21
Baseball is still a lot more fun, but city and town officials today can attest that being sued often seems to be the game at hand. This workshop will cover the rules that the municipal team needs to follow to be effective on the field. Municipal exposures, insurance and the transfer of risk, and immunities under the Indiana Tort Claims Act will be discussed. Just as scorekeeping is important in baseball, proper documentation and having sound written policies and procedures are crucial to be a winning team. Speakers will also coach attendees on special problem areas for municipalities, including employee practices, automobile liability, and premises liability.
Program Category: Management
All workshops will be held here unless noted otherwise:
Hannum, Wagle & Cline Engineering
151 N. Delaware St.
151 N. Delaware St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
What the building looks like:
The building is a metallic gold high-rise on the corner of Delaware and Ohio streets.
Where to go:
Workshops will be held in the conference room on the seventh floor.
Parking:
Garage and street parking are available near the HWC offices on Ohio and Delaware streets and across from City Market.
About InWARN
InWARN supports and promotes statewide emergency preparedness, disaster response, and mutual aid between water and wastewater utilities responding to major emergencies.
How does InWARN work during an emergency?
After a disaster, Member Utilities are able to request assistance through InWARN's Regional Emergency Operations Coordinators (REOCs) or through this website, indicating the specific assistance needed. Member Utilities can respond if they have the personnel and equipment to do so. Since power and communication systems are often damaged during major emergencies, InWARN REOCs will work through State Emergency Management officials to communicate with Member Utilities in the affected areas.
Visit InWARN.org.
InWARN supports and promotes statewide emergency preparedness, disaster response, and mutual aid between water and wastewater utilities responding to major emergencies.
How does InWARN work during an emergency?
After a disaster, Member Utilities are able to request assistance through InWARN's Regional Emergency Operations Coordinators (REOCs) or through this website, indicating the specific assistance needed. Member Utilities can respond if they have the personnel and equipment to do so. Since power and communication systems are often damaged during major emergencies, InWARN REOCs will work through State Emergency Management officials to communicate with Member Utilities in the affected areas.
Visit InWARN.org.
Products and Services Guide
Click on a category below to see IACT Associate Members by category.
- Architecture and Engineering
- Construction, Road & Street Services
- Consulting
- Environment & Sanitation
The IACT Products and Services Guide is sponsored by
LINKS:
In 1995, the Indiana Redevelopment Association of Indiana (RAI) joined the Indiana Association of Cities and Towns (IACT) as an affiliate association. During the year the group grew in numbers and became more formal by electing officers. James Lindsay, Redevelopment Specialist in Fort Wayne, Indiana is the current RAI President.
The redevelopment directors meet four times a year to discuss economic development and redevelopment, legislation, and current projects. The RAI serves as an educational resource and shares information among its members. It also strives to affect policies and programs that impact economic redevelopment as well as fosters and maintains strategic alliances that will enhance economic redevelopment. The RAI also monitors state legislation, federal legislation, and trends that influence the economic redevelopment of Indiana's cities, towns and counties.
The RAI has recently re-published a handbook that represents the cumulative experience of association members and is intended to provide a practical "how to" overview of common redevelopment practices. The handbook is provided free with a paid RAI membership or is available for purchase for the cost of $30. Membership dues are $125 or $25 for first time members. (Click on the link above for a membership application).
Membership is open to any person professionally or voluntarily engaged and involved in the economic redevelopment of a city, town, or county of the State of Indiana.
If you are unsure whether your city, town or county belongs to the RAI, or you would like to become a member of the RAI, please contact Rhonda Cook, (317) 237-6200 x225.
IACT produces a variety of publications designed to keep municipal officials updated on the latest news and issues, connected to their peers, share information, to call members to action and more.
What is "Reverse Auction Purchasing?"
Designed to save taxpayer dollars, Reverse Auction Purchasing is a state-approved way for local government to purchase products and services through competitive bidding. This new procurement tool offers real-time competition for municipal business by linking web-based technology to the traditional bidding process.
Though a relatively new concept to government, reverse auction purchasing is a well-established practice in the private sector. Reverse Auction Purchasing allows vendors you select to compete for your business through a competitive bidding environment.
Municipalities in other states have been successfully using Reverse Auction Purchasing to save money on purchasing, and IACT brought the program to Indiana in 2004 as a service to local government officials. Reverse Auction Purchasing has helped local governments in Indiana and other states save an average of 10% on the amount budgeted for products and equipment.
What Can Be Purchased Using Reverse Auction?
- Fire Trucks and Apparatus
- Police Cars and Equipment
- Computer Equipment
- Sanitation Vehicles
- Fuel / Energy
- Street Sweepers
- Telecommunications Equipment
- Playground Equipment
- Chemical Products
- Loaders / Graders
- Utility Vehicles
- Road Salt
- Maintenance Equipment and Vehicles
Using the program is simple:
- The purchasing agency passes a resolution (IACT can provide a template).
- Determine what product/equipment you wish to purchase, and develop specifications.
- Register as a purchaser at http://www.iastagov.com/.
- Iasta will contact you to continue the process.
The IACT/Iasta Partnership
IACT has partnered with Iasta, an Indiana-based company specializing in online bidding, to provide the technical component of reverse auction purchasing in Indiana. There is no charge to municipalities for the service.
IACT has partnered with Iasta, an Indiana-based company specializing in online bidding, to provide the technical component of reverse auction purchasing in Indiana. There is no charge to municipalities for the service.
To learn more about the program contact Bill Goffinet via email or by phone at (317) 237-6200.
Sample ordinances, an extensive research library covering a multitude of topics relevant to municipal officials, state code interpretation, information about what how cities and towns handle business and many years of experience with Indiana municipal government are available to IACT members and just a phone call away. IACT Ambassadors are available regionally to provide onsite assistance.
Additionally, the Municipal Network listserv is a great resource, allowing you to post questions and receive answers from your peers via email.
To receive technical assistance from IACT please complete an online service request.
IACT prides itself on giving municipal officials the tools they need to better serve citizens.
2008 IACT Boot Camp presentations - Toolkits from IACT's Newly Elected Officials training.
Legislative Wrap-Up
IACT hosted workshops for more than 600 local government officials to explain HEA 1001 and its impacts in April 2008.
Download the HEA 1001 presentation.
Download the Preparing for Budget Cuts presentation.
