Revenues

Learn about major sources of revenue for cities you can consider in developing and implementing a city budget.

Describes legal aspects of debt and borrowing such as laws governing bonds, debt service funds, and the impact of federal…

Describes the basic mechanics of Minnesota's property tax system, including a glossary of terms.

An overview of the homestead market value exclusion program.

Learn about the city’s authority to tax and the property tax process including assessment, valuation and classification of property.

Cities need to follow strict rules and procedures to get legislative authority for the creation of a local sales tax.

Describes how the Local Government Aid (LGA) program works.

Provides an overview of the different property tax relief mechanisms available to Minnesota homeowners.

Describes the basic mechanics of the property tax base sharing fiscal disparities program.

Lists top ten points about the Local Government Aid program and its distribution mechanisms.