Features

Mar-Apr 2024

Going Beyond ADA Compliance to Build Inclusive, Accommodating Communities

Cities across Minnesota have embraced the requirements and are making important strides in enhancing inclusivity around residents and employees with…

Mar-Apr 2024

Mayor for a Day Essay Contest Winners

The League received more than 500 entries from students across the state for the 2023 Mayor For a Day essay…

Mar-Apr 2024

Addressing Housing Requires a Multidisciplinary Approach

Minnesota cities encounter unique difficulties in meeting housing demands, attracting developers, providing housing for workers, and adapting housing stock as…

Jan-Feb 2024

What to Watch for During the 2024 Legislative Session

In this Q&A, League IGR staff discuss some of the major legislation passed in 2023, how new laws may impact…

Jan-Feb 2024

LMC’s 2024 Legislative Priorities

In preparation for the upcoming legislative session, the League of Minnesota Cities Board of Directors formally approved the 2024 City…

Jan-Feb 2024

Wellness In Action: How the League partnered with three communities to pilot a new model for public safety wellness programs

To improve employee recruitment and retention in the field, many communities have created programs to support public safety mental health…

Jan-Feb 2024

Exploring AI Applications in City Government: The Promise and the Risks

Key messages from the “Introduction to AI in Municipal Government” event co-hosted by the National League of Cities (NLC) and…

Nov-Dec 2023

Cities Are Now Authorized to Use Construction Manager at Risk Process

The 2023 Minnesota Legislature authorized municipalities to use the Construction Manager at Risk (CMar) process for non-right-of-way construction projects over…

Nov-Dec 2023

What to Know About Utility Franchise Agreements and Fees

A franchise agreement sets expectations between a city and a utility company, including how it constructs, operates, and maintains equipment…

Nov-Dec 2023

How to Encourage Participation While Running Lawful, Effective Meetings

Every community has a unique culture, but the rise of social discourse can make having lawful, effective meetings challenging for…