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Nov. 14, 2022 | Issue 31
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League Board Adopts 2023 Legislative Priorities
They will focus the League's advocacy efforts during the 2023 legislative session.
In Other News
League Releases Legislative City Policies for 2023
It is the only comprehensive statewide advocacy agenda for all Minnesota cities.
Majority of City Local Sales Tax Ballot Questions Approved by Voters
Of the 21 proposed projects on ballots, 18 were approved by voters.
Local Laws May Need Local Approval
If your city secured special legislation, you may need to act before the end of the year to make the law effective.
Current City Officials Elected to the Minnesota Legislature
Last week’s legislative elections added 10 elected city officials to the House and Senate.
Consider Sponsoring an Apprenticeship for Difficult-to-Fill Positions
National Apprenticeship Week begins on Nov. 14.
Take the Minnesota Geospatial Advisory Council Stakeholder Survey
It will help create a voice for the Minnesota geospatial community.
2023 Property Tax Levy Report Form Now Available
The Minnesota Department of Revenue has posted information on its website related to the annual Property Tax Levy Report.
Apply to the MN Board of Firefighter Training and Education
The MBFTE’s mission is to promote excellence in the fire service through both the funding of standardized training and the licensing of Minnesota firefighters.
Minnesota Cybersecurity Task Force Begins Work on Federal Cybersecurity Grant Program Distribution Plan
The task force will work to determine how Minnesota will assist local governments through the first-of-its-kind cybersecurity grant program.
League Launches Grant Navigator
It will provide funding for city members to assess government grant programs and local needs for city projects.
U.S. Treasury Scales Back Help Center Assistance for SLFRF Recipients
Grantees can access FAQs and other self-help resources on Treasury’s website.
More Information and Resources
Newly Elected Officials: Save the Date for Elected Leaders Institute
Registration for the MACA 2023 Annual Conference Opens in Early December
Registration Opens for 2023 Leading Economic Transformation Cohort
First Responders: Last Chance to Become a Peer Support Counselor This Fall
MnDOT Offers $650,000 in Grants to Develop Safe Routes to School Programs
League Welcomes Arianna Bloom, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator, and Alexis Wentworth, Staff Attorney
Greater Minnesota Housing Fund Hosts Forum in West Central Minnesota
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