Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Spotted: Let's Get Together at the Metro Meeting in Minneapolis

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The 2015 Regional Meetings came to an end last week with the Metro Meeting in Minneapolis. Over 100 city officials got together to discuss h...
Thursday, November 19, 2015

Research Q of the Week: Competitive Bidding Basics (11/19/15)

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Question: The competitive bidding law is confusing. When do we need to get bids and when do we don't? Answer: Wouldn't it be grea...
Thursday, November 12, 2015

Research Q of the Week: Changing Council Pay (11/12/15)

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Question: How do we change city council pay?  Answer: How to change city council pay is a common question we get. State law provides the ...
Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Read the Nov-Dec 2015 Issue of Minnesota Cities Magazine Online!

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The November-December 2015 issue of Minnesota Cities magazine is now available online and will be arriving in mailboxes this week. Here a...
Friday, November 6, 2015

Research Q of the Week: Holiday Decorations in Minnesota Cities (11/6/15)

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Question: Can a city spend money on holiday decorations? Answer: Statutory cities may spend money on decorations , signs, plaques, and att...

Spotted: Let's Get Together in Montevideo, Springfield, and Austin

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The 2015 Greater Minnesota Regional Meetings wrapped up last week with visits to Montevideo, Springfield, and Austin. Thanks to all...
Thursday, October 29, 2015

Research Q of the Week: Holiday Liquor Sales (10/29/15)

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Question: What are the holidays when liquor off-sale isn't allowed in MN? I can never remember. Answer: Holiday season is a brewin...