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建立你的技能工具箱
Examples of financial literacy as an elected official include:
- Creating an environment in which financial transparency is valued.
- Analyzing trends that will affect the budget.
- Being a good steward of the public’s resources.
- Preparing your city to meet future needs.
连接
League staff are available to answer your questions, share examples from cities around the state, and give you updates on legislation that affects city operations. Here are some key contacts for you:
Financial Solutions for Your City
Lisa Sova, Assistant 金融 Director – Outreach
(651) 281-1208
lsova@tsunoi-toso.com
Budgeting for Salaries/Benefits or Health Insurance Coverage for Employees
人力澳门网络娱乐游戏平台
(651) 281-1200
hrbenefits@tsunoi-toso.com
Information on Legislative Activity Relating to Taxes, 国家援助, 养老金, 或税收增量融资
Nathan Jesson, Intergovernmental Relations Representative
(651) 281-1262
njesson@tsunoi-toso.com
Calculating 财产 Tax Rates or Looking at Levy History
Rachel Walker, Data and Evaluation Manager
(651) 281-1236
rwalker@tsunoi-toso.com
Other 金融知识 Questions
提交问题 to the League’s inquiry service.
读
的 League’s website features several important resources for elected officials that you can explore as needed.
- LMC Informational Memos on topics such as public finance, bidding, and paying claims:
- A Good Start to Good Governance (PDF) includes excerpts from League resources to help you start strong in your new role.
- 的 Handbook for Minnesota Cities is your comprehensive resource for laws affecting Minnesota city governments:
- 的 明尼苏达州市长手册 — a product of the Minnesota Mayors Association, in cooperation with the League — is a starting point for all you need to learn to be a successful mayor. It includes sections on contracts and budgeting, and it also offers guidance on the city role as employer.
- 议会澳门网络娱乐游戏平台 provide in-depth discussions of practical topics.
支付市政服务费用 gives you access to information on property taxes, Local Government Aid (LGA), and more.
听
- City Speak Episode: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Public 金融 with Merrill King
- City Speak Episode: Two Mayors talk City Budgets with Courtney Johnson and Tim Busse
- Access the library of 的 City Speak podcast episodes
学习
As a League member, you have access to a wide range of educational and networking opportunities. Find ones that work best for your schedule and learning style. 学习 about ways to build relationships with other elected officials for support and networking.
