League of Minnesota Cities

City communicators! Get your social media questions answered by an experienced attorney. This webinar will cover common 1st Amendment concerns including: 🛑 Content governments can’t delete 📱 Ensuring you’re on firm legal ground for removing content ⚖️ The legal cases/statutes governing the 1st Amendment LMC Member cities can attend for free! Contact Christine at info@magconline.org for a registration voucher code. #MnCities https://lnkd.in/gPY8rdWF

Thanks to the exhibitors and Business Alliance Program members who rocked the 2024 LMC Annual Conference Exhibit Hall! Want to take your organization to the next level? The Business Alliance Program connects you directly with city leaders, forging lasting partnerships. Learn more and join the alliance today: lmc.org/reachcities

Join the U.S. Small Business Administration - Office of Advocacy at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23, for a free, interactive webinar to dive into the Department of Justice's (DOJ) final rule on website accessibility for state and local governments. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the new ADA website accessibility requirements and strategies to ensure #MnCities websites are inclusive for all. Limited spots are available! Register now: https://ow.ly/sT1050SxQoP

If you're new to your role as a city clerk, the 2024 Clerks Academy is here to help. This blended-learning program combines on-demand online coursework with in-person sessions. Explore legal requirements, current trends, and city management basics. Register now: https://ow.ly/poO850SxmSf LOCATIONS: 📍St. Paul: Online courses begin: August 21 In-person cohort: September 5-6 📍Staples: Online courses begin: August 28 In-person cohort: September 12-13 #MnCities

Minnesota Housing is creating a grant program to distribute $4.5 million for affordable housing projects in #MnCities under 10,000 people and needs your input! Share how you would like to see the Greater Minnesota Housing Small Cities Affordable Housing Aid Grant Program select qualifying projects, allocate funding, and ensure a smooth application process. Complete the 15-30 minute survey by July 15: https://ow.ly/QQyH50Sxj0v

Missing our 2024 Annual Conference? You can relive the key moments shared with #MnCities in our recap video! 2024 League of Minnesota Cities - Annual Conference (Recap Video)

Happy Fourth of July to all #MnCities! The League office building will be closed to members on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, but staff will still be available on Friday, July 5.

Parade season is here! 🍬🚒☀️ Make the most of your #MnCities' holiday fun by prioritizing your parade safety plans. Find our LMCIT senior loss control consultant's parade safety tips at City Spot Blog: https://ow.ly/KJnl50SuVn4

Minnesota Housing Partnership offers FREE assistance to rural #MnCities to establish Local Housing Trust Funds (LHTFs)! Funds can be used for LHTF education and implementation and community engagement activities. Learn more today: mhponline.org/lhtf/

Do you have questions about the new laws enacted during the 2024 legislative session? the League's 2024 Law Summaries is your answer! Our 2024 Law Summaries publication is now available for all #MnCities! View and download our new law summaries: lmc.org/lawsummary24