The National League of Cities (NLC) is dedicated to helping city leaders build better communities. Working in partnership with the 49 state municipal leagues, NLC serves as a resource to and an advocate for the more than 19,000 cities, villages and towns it represents. More than 1,600 municipalities of all sizes pay dues directly to NLC and actively participate as leaders and voting members in the organization.
The National League of Cities provides numerous benefits to its network of state municipal leagues and direct member cities. The National League of Cities:
- advocates for cities and towns in Washington, D.C. through full-time lobbying and grassroots campaigns;
- provides programs and services that give local leaders the tools and knowledge to better serve their communities;
- provides opportunities for involvement and networking to help city officials seek ideas, share solutions, and find common ground for the future;
- keeps leaders informed of critical issues that affect municipalities and warrant action by local officials;
- strengthens leadership skills by offering numerous training and education programs;
- recognizes municipal achievements by gathering and promoting examples of best practices and recognizing cities and towns for model programs and initiatives;
- partners with state leagues to supplement resources and strengthen the voice of local government in the nation?s capital and all state capitols; and,
- promotes cities and towns through an aggressive media and communications program that draws attention to city issues and enhances the national image of local government.