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Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 5: Election Procedures
Discusses election procedures, notices, ballot requirements, qualifications and training of election judges, voting and counting procedures. Read More
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 4: The Home Rule Charter City
Understand the authority to form a home rule charter city, charter city powers and the ways it may be organized. Read More
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 6: Elected Officials and Council Structure and Role
Understand the council’s role, including eligibility for office, council powers versus individual council member roles, and delegation of council power. Read More
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 12: Public Safety and Emergency Management
Cities may protect public safety through the State Building Code, police, fire and ambulance services, and by preparing for emergencies. Read More
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 9: Working Conditions for Public Employees
Learn about required worker safety protections under the OSHA and required employee benefits under state workers’ compensation law. Read More
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 17: Liability
Understand city exposure to lawsuits and the state statutes and judicial decisions that limit liability. Read More