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Insurance Trust Renewals

Learn about the Trust’s 2022 rates, new coverages, and the property/casualty program dividend.

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American Rescue Plan Supplemental Distribution to Non-Entitlement Cities

Legislative Commission Hears Greater Minnesota Perspective on Housing

State Revenue Collections for October Continue Positive Trend

What would our cities look like if kids were in charge?

The Mayor for a Day Essay Contest is back! To enter, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders can answer the prompt, “What would you do if you were mayor for a day?” for a chance to win $100 and recognition in Minnesota Cities magazine.

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Peer Support Programs: Your Role in Helping Public Safety Personnel

Introduction to Race Equity

2022 Elected Leaders Institute: Foundational Program

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Minnesota Cities Magazine

November-December 2021

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LMC Blogs

Check out the League's three blogs: The City Spot, The Pipeline: A MN Public Works Connection, and On the Line: Public Safety Risk Management.

Handbook for Minnesota Cities

This is your comprehensive resource for laws affecting Minnesota city governments.

HR Reference Manual

Get extensive information and guidance for human resources issues in the public sector.