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Finance: The Budgeting Process
[FREE COURSE] This course designed specifically for small cities provides an overview of the budgeting process.
Resources
LMCIT Municipal Cyberrisk Coverage Guide
Cyber incident coverage from the League’s Insurance Trust addressing financial, legal, and operational impacts.
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 18: Insurance and Loss Control
Handbook ChapterInsurance helps pay lawful claims and defend against meritless claims. Loss control measures aim to reduce injuries and claims.
Published Nov 24, 2025.
City Fund Balances 101
Information MemoDescribes city fund balances and provides related definitions of terms.
Published Sep 15, 2025.
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 20: Municipal Budgeting
Handbook ChapterLearn the characteristics of city budgets as a work plan and communication tool. Understand the budget cycle.
Published Jul 31, 2025.
Budget Guide for Cities
Information MemoLearn about new state and federal laws that significantly affect city budget decisions.
Published Jul 17, 2025.
Handbook for Minnesota Cities Chapter 17: Liability
Handbook ChapterUnderstand city exposure to lawsuits and the state statutes and judicial decisions that limit liability.
Published Jun 18, 2025.
Property Tax Statement 101
Information MemoDescribes the elements of a typical property tax statement from the county.
Published Apr 14, 2025.
Dates for City Budgets 101
Information MemoA quick reference to important dates for cities in the state aid and property tax systems.
Published Apr 1, 2025.
Special Assessment Toolkit
Information MemoDiscusses city authority and steps to levy special assessments for local improvements like streets, waterworks or sanitary sewer.
Published Mar 18, 2025.
Securing Payment of Utility Charges
Information MemoLearn about setting rates for municipal utilities, on what basis cities may make charges, and method for collecting payments due.
Published Feb 1, 2025.