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Elected Leaders Foundations
This course gives elected officials the foundational skills and knowledge needed to run a city.
Structure and Function of Cities
This course helps participants understand the structure and function of Minnesota cities.
Resources
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 3: The Statutory City
Handbook ChapterMinnesota law provides for two basic types of cities: statutory cities operating under the statutory city code, and home rule…
Published Jul 26, 2021.
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 1: Local Government in Minnesota
Handbook ChapterLearn about the different kinds of local government such as cities, towns, counties, and their relationship to state and federal…
Published Jun 16, 2021.
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 4: The Home Rule Charter City
Handbook ChapterUnderstand the authority to form a home rule charter city, charter city powers and the ways it may be organized.
Published Aug 20, 2020.
Charter Assistance Program
Guidance for home rule charter cities or a statutory city considering adopting the home rule form of government.