Revenues

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.

Learn about the city’s authority to tax and the property tax process including assessment, valuation and classification of property.

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.