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The Essential Role of Onboarding City Staff
Effective onboarding is essential in today’s competitive job market. Local governments face challenges in hiring and keeping talented employees.
Minnesota’s Next Bonding Bill
Minnesota’s demands for infrastructure spending are extensive, whether for new projects or preservation of existing facilities. If you don’t do…
LMC’s 2025 Legislative Priorities
The League's 2025 legislative priorities provide a starting point for important issues to watch as the session gets underway.
Experienced Elected Leaders Share Insights From Their Years in Local Government
Jorge Prince and Lisa Dircks share wisdom from their combined nearly 16 years of government service.
Resources for Recovery – Cities Use State’s Opioid Settlement Funds to Address the Epidemic
Minnesota will receive $535 million during the next 18 years from the multistate opioid settlement.
Preparing Incoming Council Members for Success
How to prepare your incoming city council members to work as a team so you can help prevent common issues.
Is It Time to Tidy Up Your City Code?
It is important that cities periodically review their ordinances to ensure that they meet their needs.
Resources to Help Navigate Minnesota’s New Energy Codes
There are several resources available in Minnesota to help builders, code officials, and other key stakeholders statewide as they review…
State Housing Aid Programs – What Cities Need to Know
Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) and Statewide Affordable Housing Aid (SAHA) provides cities with much needed funding for affordable housing.
Managing PFAS Concerns in Your Community
Concern about PFAS “forever chemicals” is increasing. Being prepared to address resident concerns will help foster trust and engagement to…