Cities Bulletin newsletter
May 16, 2012 Issue 19

Tax Bills: Governor Vetoes One and Signs the Other

The veto of Chapter 296 leaves many cities without requested local sales tax and tax increment financing language, but eliminates new financial reporting mandate. Read more.

In Other News

  • Governor Signs Omnibus Pension Bill

    Despite some controversy, the bill had strong bipartisan support in the House and Senate. Read more.

  • Proposed Sign Retroreflectivity Rules Become Final

    The new rules offer cities more flexibility in deciding when to replace signs. Read more.

  • Governor Signs Omnibus Transportation Policy Bill

    Chapter 287 contains dozens of noncontroversial transportation policy provisions from 2011 and 2012. Read more.

  • State Revenues Remain on Track

    Despite global economic uncertainties, Minnesota revenue collections continue to meet and slightly exceed forecast levels. Read more.

  • Legislators Announce Retirements

    When the next Legislature convenes on Jan. 8, there will be lots of new faces. Read more.

  • Sign Up for 2012 Policy Committees Now

    Learn, network, and help develop the League’s legislative platform by joining your colleagues in serving on 2012 LMC Policy Committees. Read more.

  • First-Ever LMC Annual Conference Online Event: Registration Now Open!

    Online attendees will participate in a full day of sessions via the Internet and have access to recorded sessions on-demand following the event. Read more.

More Information and Resources

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Discounted Hotel Rates for LMC Annual Conference End May 19—Reserve Your Room Now!

Serve on the LMC Board—Apply by June 1

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Grants Available to Help Cities Fight Graffiti

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