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Preventive Care Simple Checks, Big Gains for Minnesota Cities
Preventive care is a practical, proven strategy that helps manage rising healthcare costs, reduces long-term financial strain, supports a strong…
Why Civic Engagement Needs a Human Reset
Local governments share the same concerns: low participation beyond social media, rising incivility, and increasing threats to the safety of…
Future-Proofing Without Fear
In her keynote address, “Future-Proof Yourself: Innovate and Thrive in Times of Uncertainty,” Crystal Washington will share strategies for approaching…
Protecting Communities From Utility Damage
Over the past six years, cities have seen unprecedented infrastructure build-out in the public right of way, creating new challenges…
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.