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A Guide to Becoming a City Official
Effective service as an elected official requires dedication, knowledge, and a substantial commitment in time. This publication is designed to familiarize candidates with the responsibilities of city elected office.
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Economic Development Handbook
The Economic Development Handbook (2023) compiles the state's economic development laws in one, convenient publication
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Handbook for Mayors and Councilmembers
The handbook presents an overview of the functions, powers, and responsibilities of mayors and councilmembers in accordance with their city's status as either a home rule or general law city.
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How Cities Work
The special How Cities Work edition is a collection of articles covering the important functions and vital services cities provide.
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Key Legal Requirements for Texas City Officials
This handy reference guide covers key legal requirements that all city officials should know. From open meetings to ethics to dual office holding, this publication has you covered.
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Texas Home Rule Charters - Second Edition
Texas Home Rule Charters has been an invaluable guide to city officials who considered the adoption of home rule status or worked through charter amendments.
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Revenue Manual for Texas Cities
The Revenue Manual for Texas Cities covers everything, from the biggest sources of city revenue property and sales taxes on down to the most mundane and arcane open records charges, raffles, even cemetery taxes.
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Texas Town & City
Texas Town & City is the official magazine of the Texas Municipal League. Published 10 times annually, Texas Town & City provides timely information for the Texas City Official.
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Texas Open Meetings Act Made Easy
The Open Meeting Act Made Easy is a handbook in a question-and-answer format that covers the most frequently asked questions about the Texas Open Meetings Act.
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Texas Public Information Act Made Easy
The Texas Public Information Act Made Easy publication provides answers in easy-to-understand language to the most frequently asked questions regarding the Public Information Act.