Resources

Employment-Related Important Dates and Reminders

 Information Memo

A calendar of important dates related to compensation, benefits and other Human Resources areas for city employees.

Published Feb 24, 2025.

HR Reference Manual Chapter 4: Compensation

 HR Reference Manual

Learn effective and legal compensation practices and policies such as minimum wage and overtime laws, pay increases and payroll issues.

Published Jan 29, 2025.

Fair Labor Standards Act: Determining Exempt versus Non-Exempt Status

 Information Memo

Determine which employees are covered (non-exempt) and which employees are not (exempt) under this federal law.

Published Jan 13, 2025.

Fair Labor Standards Act: An Overview

 Information Memo

Describes the most common employee protections under this federal law requiring a minimum wage and overtime compensation.

Published Dec 18, 2024.

Local Government Pay Equity Act

 Information Memo

Learn about Minnesota law requirements to analyze city employee pay structure for evidence of gender inequity.

Published Dec 16, 2024.

Fair Labor Standards Act for Police and Fire Employees

 Information Memo

Learn about special issues in applying the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to police and fire employees.

Published Jul 24, 2024.

Local Government Salary & Benefits Survey 2025

The window to participate in the 2025 Local Government Salary & Benefits Survey is now closed.

Fair Labor Standards Act: Compensation for Lectures, Meetings and Training Programs

 Information Memo

Determine when compensation must be paid for non-exempt employees who attend lectures, meetings, and training programs.

Published Oct 30, 2023.

Earned Sick and Safe Time Law: What Cities Need to Know

Get answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) on what cities need to know regarding Minnesota's earned sick and safe time…

Published Oct 16, 2023.

Paychecks

 Information Memo

Understand state law requirements for payment of wages.

Published Jun 21, 2023.