
Smart, Safe, and Sustainable: Best Practices for City Deicing
A thoughtful, informed approach to deicing can significantly reduce slips, trips, falls, and vehicle accidents.

Mayors Look Back, Kids Look Forward: Inspiring the Mayor for a Day Contest
As we celebrate this year’s Mayor for a Day Essay Contest, we asked a few Minnesota mayors to look back…

Stay Alert, Stay Safe: Driving Tips for the Season
Whether you’re heading to a job site, responding to a call, or driving to and from facilities, staying alert behind…

Gaylord Public Works Earns MN OSHA Safety Grant for Lift Station Upgrades
Through the Minnesota OSHA Workplace Safety and Health Safety Grant Program, Gaylord secured funding for an underground tank cover that…

Meet Our Team: Q&A With Cybersecurity Loss Control Consultant Christian Torkelson
At the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust, Cybersecurity Loss Control Consultant Christian Torkelson helps local governments navigate this complex…

Think Before You Back: Reducing Accidents in City Fleets
By promoting safe backing practices, cities can reduce incidents, protect employees, and save resources.

Rochester Fire Department Opens Doors with Women’s Expo
Now in its fourth year, the Rochester Fire Department's Women's Expo combines hands-on training, mentorship, and community support to showcase…

Preventing and Responding to ‘Zoom Bombing’ in Public Meetings
Zoom bombing is disruptive, but it is also preventable by changing default settings and limiting participant permissions.

Supervisors’ Role in PPE and Workplace Safety
Simply having PPE available isn’t enough. Proper, consistent use is essential and is where supervisors play a vital role.

Columbia Heights Launches New Homeownership Workshops
Columbia Heights is launching multilingual homeownership workshops, funded through a 2025 Key Communities Program grant from the St. Paul Area…

