The Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities issued this statement last week on behalf of its newly elected President Alan Oberloh:
(Grand Rapids, MN)-Citing the disappointing legislative session and government shutdown as the latest proof that vision, leadership and long-term planning are desperately needed in the state, city officials from Greater Minnesota announced today that they are [...]
Greater Minnesota Cities Focused on Building the Foundation for Strong Economic Recovery
CGMC 2011 Award Winners
On August 4, 2011, the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities held its annual Legislative Awards Dinner. At the dinner, it gave awards to legislators, city officials and rural chambers of commerce for their work on behalf of greater Minnesota. Here’s a complete list of the awards and recipients:
Legislator of Distinction Award, Environment Policy
Sen. Bill Ingebrigtsen
Sen. [...]
Worthington Mayor Oberloh elected CGMC President
Worthington Mayor Alan Oberloh was elected to serve as president of the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) August 5th at the Coalition’s three-day summer conference in Grand Rapids, Minn. As president, Mayor Oberloh will help direct efforts to inform state legislators of issues unique to greater Minnesota, such as property tax relief, transportation funding, [...]
CGMC Statement on Shutdown Court Order
Statement from Nancy Carroll, CGMC President, regarding court order on shutdown.
Mayors agree on importance of LGA
Minneapolis mayor R.T. Rybak joined mayors from New Ulm, Albert Lea and Austin along with city staff from North Mankato and Sleepy Eye in Albert Lea and New Ulm.
Minnesota media focuses attention to budget battle
The ongoing budget stalemate is receiving extensive coverage in the news media and opinion pages. Several of these papers highlight the importance of cities and local government aid. Others emphasize the need for a balanced budget solution that includes revenue. Here are a few of the recent articles:
The Mankato Free Press [...]
Local Chambers Call For Balanced Budget Solution
Yesterday, representatives of 8 local chambers of commerce located throughout greater Minnesota held a press conference. They highlighted the devastating impact that local government aid cuts have on communities and businesses. These representatives called on the legislature and the governor to reach a balanced budget solution that includes both cuts [...]
