The city council has full authority over the city's financial affairs such as levying taxes, adopting a budget, auditing and settling accounts, safekeeping and disbursement of public money, borrowing money, and designating depositories.
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Learn about setting rates for municipal utilities, on what basis cities may make charges, and method for collecting payments due.
Learn about liability (casualty) coverage offered by the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust including its unique coverage offerings.
Understand auto liability, auto physical damage, no-fault, and uninsured / underinsured coverage offered by the League's Insurance Trust.
Learn how and why the Trust determines whether to cover or deny a liability claim submitted by a member.
Learn which depositories a city may use and how to choose one.
Understand statutory authority for cities to acquire and dispose of real estate.
Learn what types and price of contracts are subject to competitive bidding requirements.
Explore ways in which League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) members can reduce premium costs.
This interactive tool allows users to compare the property tax data by year, city, regions, and population.
Learn about property, crime, and petrofund coverage offered by the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust.
[FREE COURSE] Explore the foundations of property tax calculation and its significance in promoting the economic stability and growth in Minnesota cities.
[FREE COURSE] This course designed specifically for small cities provides an overview of the budgeting process.
This program gives newer city clerks the foundational skills and knowledge needed to run and govern a city.