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Build Your Skills Toolbox
Examples of strategic planning and decision-making as an elected official include:
- Listening to and considering a variety of perspectives in order to make decisions.
- Ability to develop long-term plans.
- Encouraging creativity of ideas.
- Building trust and consensus; investing in relationships and understanding of core values.
Connect
Staff specialists are available to answer your questions about making decisions and doing strategic planning in your role as elected leader.
Roles and Authority
Research and Inquiry Service
(651) 281-1200
Submit a question online
Incorporating Strategic Planning Into Your Decision-Making
Luke Fischer, Executive Director
(651) 281-1279
lfischer@lmc.org
Personnel Issues
Human Resources
(651) 281-1200
hrbenefits@lmc.org
Read
The League’s website features links to several important resources for elected officials that you can explore as needed.
- The Handbook for Minnesota Cities includes a wide range of topics key to elected leaders, including role and authority.
- Minnesota Cities (the League’s magazine) regularly features articles for elected officials.
- The Minnesota Mayor’s Handbook is available here.
- Land Use Planning/Decisions:
- Financial Planning
- Budget Guide for Cities, LMC Informational Memo
- Human Resources Planning
Listen
Learn
As a League member, you have access to a wide range of educational and networking opportunities. Find ones that work best for your schedule and learning style. Learn about ways to build relationships with other elected officials for support and networking.
