Calculating Property Tax
[FREE COURSE] Explore the foundations of property tax calculation and its significance in promoting the economic stability and growth in Minnesota cities.
Cities have several potential sources of revenue. Find information on property taxes, state aid programs, city service charges and enterprise funds, borrowing funds, obtaining grants and accepting donations.
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Learn about the city’s authority to tax and the property tax process including assessment, valuation and classification of property.
Cities need to follow strict rules and procedures to get legislative authority for the creation of a local sales tax.
Describes legal aspects of debt and borrowing such as laws governing bonds, debt service funds, and the impact of federal…
Learn about major sources of revenue for cities you can consider in developing and implementing a city budget.
Learn about setting rates for municipal utilities, on what basis cities may make charges, and method for collecting payments due.
This interactive tool allows users to compare the property tax data by year, city, regions, and population.
An overview of the homestead market value exclusion program.
Provides an overview of the different property tax relief mechanisms available to Minnesota homeowners.
Describes the basic mechanics of the property tax base sharing fiscal disparities program.
Describes the basic mechanics of Minnesota's property tax system, including a glossary of terms.
[FREE COURSE] Explore the foundations of property tax calculation and its significance in promoting the economic stability and growth in Minnesota cities.
[FREE COURSE] This course designed specifically for small cities provides an overview of the budgeting process.
This program gives newer city clerks the foundational skills and knowledge needed to run and govern a city.