Senate File 588 amends various sections of the Iowa Code to update the requirements for public notice and hearings related to city governance and administrative procedures. Key changes include the removal of specific timeframes for notice publication prior to public hearings, allowing for more flexibility in compliance with section 362.3. For instance, the bill eliminates the requirement for a minimum of ten days' notice before hearings and instead mandates that notice be published in a newspaper with general circulation in the city, or posted in public places for smaller cities. This change aims to streamline the process for cities to conduct public hearings on various matters, including budget approvals, bond issuances, and council member reductions.

Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the appointment of civil service commissioners, changing the term "mayor" to "city" in the context of publishing notice for appointments. It also clarifies the procedures for amending revitalization plans and zoning regulations, ensuring that public hearings are conducted with appropriate notice as outlined in section 362.3. Overall, Senate File 588 seeks to enhance the efficiency of local governance by simplifying the public notice process while maintaining transparency and public participation in city decision-making.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 24.2A, 28E.17, 362.4, 368.3, 362.3, 404.2
Enrolled: 24.2A, 28E.17, 362.4, 368.3, 362.3, 404.2