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Leadership and Care in Challenging Times
How leaders take care of their employees and themselves matters. Local government leaders who manage staff professionally and humanely stand…
Managing Public Meetings When Tensions Run High
Read about practical ways your city can prepare for and manage contentious meetings while protecting public participation, maintaining safety, and…
City Safety Committees
Safety committees play an integral role in supporting citywide safety efforts, identifying potential hazards, and building a shared responsibility for…
2025 Mayor for a Day Essay Contest Winners
Read the winning essays of the League of Minnesota Cities’ 2025 Mayor for a Day Essay Contest.
Investing in Buildings: First Cost vs. Long-Term Cost
Municipal leaders face constant pressure to deliver high-quality public facilities while operating within tight budgets. Many respond by designing buildings…
LMC’s 2026 Legislative Priorities
Minnesota’s latest budget and economic forecast, released in early December, shows a stable picture for the current biennium.
2026 LEGISLATIVE SESSION: What’s Ahead for Local Sales Taxes
It’s back to the status quo for cities seeking new revenue for capital improvement projects. Though tax-focused legislators are still…
Navigating Federal Shifts What Recent Decisions Mean for Minnesota Cities
Proposed reductions are among several areas the federal government has recently moved to scale back funding. State and local officials…
Minnesota’s Latest Budget Forecast Calls for a Fiscally Prudent 2026 Legislative Session
Minnesota’s latest budget and economic forecast, released in early December, shows a stable picture for the current biennium.
Some Cities Double Down on Municipal Liquor While Others Bow Out
As cities with liquor stores look toward the future, some are choosing to revamp their current operations, while others are…