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The Who, What, Why, and When of Federal COBRA and Minnesota State Continuation
Minnesota state continuation and COBRA offer employees continued health insurance after leaving your organization or experiencing a qualifying event.

Rapid Response to Natural Disasters: Ensuring Public Safety and Infrastructure Recovery
City teams must prepare in advance, ensuring they can respond deliberately, effectively, and quickly under stressful conditions when disaster hits.

Using Humor and Connection To Bridge Divides
Karith Foster, keynote speaker at the League of Minnesota Cities 2025 Annual Conference in June, will present “A Celebration of…

Baldwin Takes Control of Its Future Through Incorporation
Baldwin thrived and grew for many years as a township and incorporated in 2024.

Building Stronger Communitites – How Rural Areas Can Cultivate Local Leaders
To ensure communities thrive, cities need passionate, capable leaders like mayors, city councilors, county commission members, and zoning and planning…

2024 Mayor for a Day Essay Contest Winners
The League's Mayor for a Day Essay contest received more than 852 entries from students who reside in cities spanning…

Making Websites More Accessible: How Cities Are Enhancing Digital Inclusion and Why It Matters
With new federal regulations requiring local governments to meet updated Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II accessibility standards by…

Minnesota Cities Lead the Way in Housing Innovation
Cities across Minnesota are stepping up with innovative solutions to meet growing housing needs.

Leading Change That Brings People Together
City leaders drive and create change, and how people respond can vary widely. They need to navigate complex changes in…

The Essential Role of Onboarding City Staff
Effective onboarding is essential in today’s competitive job market. Local governments face challenges in hiring and keeping talented employees.