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ruled that it was unconstitutional for cities and towns to support the League through payment of dues. The ruling was a serious financial blow to the League. However, a number of mayors throughout
Arizona believed that the League was such an important part of local government that they funded the
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that provides an important link among the ninety-one incorporated cities and towns in
Arizona. The League is the only organization that connects each and every municipality regardless of size or geographic location. The League represents the collective interests of cities and towns at the State
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Committee officers are elected to two-year terms. Committee members are elected to one- or two-year overlapping terms. Members and officers of the
Executive Committee are determined by all League members at the League's Annual Conference through a process coordinated by a Nominating Committee.
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In the meantime, the League sponsored initiatives that resulted in shares of the state gas tax and the state income tax being returned to cities and towns, along with an increased share of state sales tax These initiative drives, backed by the type of determination demonstrated by mayors and
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In 1942, a League-sponsored initiative was passed by the people of the State, securing a 10 percent share of the state sales tax for cities and towns. This successful initiative was met with disapproval by state legislators. A lawsuit was filed, questioning the legitimacy of the League. The
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But the establishment of the League did not gain immediate acceptance by the State
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League activities are directed by a 25-member
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