Resources
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 22: Expenditures, Purchasing and Contracts
Handbook ChapterLearn about state laws regulating disbursement of public funds such as competitive bidding requirements, best value and emergency contracting.
Published Nov 18, 2020.
Procedures for Paying City Claims
Informational MemoLearn the process for paying city bills as set by laws applying to all forms of statutory city government.
Published Nov 10, 2020.
Competitive Bidding Requirements in Cities
Informational MemoLearn what types and price of contracts are subject to competitive bidding requirements.
Published Jul 31, 2020.
Public Purpose Expenditures
Informational MemoFind general criteria that must be met in order for a public expenditure to be valid.
Published Jul 13, 2020.
Financial Considerations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Updates and information to assist in your city's financial decision-making process during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Published Apr 23, 2020.
Purchase and Sale of Real Property
Informational MemoUnderstand statutory authority for cities to acquire and dispose of real estate.
Published Oct 28, 2018.
Reducing LMCIT Premium Costs
Informational MemoExplore ways in which League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) members can reduce premium costs.
Published Nov 20, 2017.