2025 Safety and Loss Control Workshops

8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Residential Zoning Basics 

Zoning and building codes shape where and how people live in your city. Review land use basics with a focus on the history of single-family zoning, and recent critiques and reform efforts. We’ll consider housing density, accessory dwellings, and various statutory protections.

9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Break

9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
Data Practices: Wrangling Your Data

You have data—learn how to use it! We will discuss keeping a data inventory, good data hygiene, handling data practices requests, and technology tools for data management.

10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Loss Control for Work Comp Experience Modifications (E-Mods)

Understanding your e-mod is an effective tool in distinguishing your city’s workers’ compensation profile, and this knowledge is essential when budgeting. This session will explore e-mods and provide tools to manage your city’s workers’ compensation modification rate.

11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
LUNCH

12:15 – 1:45 p.m.
Digital Accessibility

Experts from WeCo, a Minnesota company that specializes in digital accessibility, will share tips and demonstrate the different ways individuals living with disabilities interact with electronic formats and the internet. This session is an excellent introduction to digital accessibility for any member of city staff.

1:45 – 2 p.m.
Break

2 – 2:30 p.m.
Creating Safe Rental Communities

Learn how to foster relationships between tenants, local law enforcement and city staff to decrease crime and increase community partnerships while ensuring any ordinances do not run afoul of laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act.

2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Fostering Inclusive Governance Through Roles and Responsibilities

This session teaches city leaders the basic duties of their roles and how to go beyond those basic duties to foster an inclusive environment where all city elected officials, city employees, and community members feel heard, valued, and represented.

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8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Earning Team Buy-In 

Gaining team support is essential for leaders to implement new initiatives successfully. True buy-in goes beyond compliance—it happens when the team is genuinely invested in the journey ahead. This session will explore proven strategies to foster commitment, build trust, and drive successful change.

9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Break

9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
After-Action Reviews and Law Enforcement Officer Near-Miss Initiatives

Identify how Minnesota’s top performing public safety agencies practice after-action reviews and near-miss incident reporting to reduce incidents and claims.

10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Training Safety Officer (TSO2) Program 

Learn about the League’s award-winning TSO program, designed to reduce police training injuries. We have updated this program to include after-action reviews and officer wellness and safety.

11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
LUNCH

12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
Benchmark Analytics: Research-Backed Public Safety Wellness

The League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust has completed the third year of its groundbreaking research study with Benchmark Analytics! This initiative uses predictive analysis to identify key risk factors for member law enforcement agencies and provides evidence-based recommendations to address them. This session will highlight the wellness practices and programs of top-performing agencies. 

1:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Transforming Wellness in Public Safety: Strategies for Personal and Organizational Health

Wellness is a journey that encompasses both personal and organizational growth, rooted in biological, environmental, and psychological systems. While various strategies can be employed to achieve desired outcomes, it’s important to recognize that current wellness approaches may not be sufficient to reach our goals. In this session, we will explore key mechanisms that promote healthy organizations and discuss how to adjust our strategies to create a more holistic model for improving performance and well-being. We will also delve into the principles and mindsets that drive success, along with strategies organizations can use to cultivate a healthy culture.

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8:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Identifying and Addressing Workplace Hazards

Explore two key workplace safety components: hazard identification and analysis. In “Spot the Hazard,” you will learn to quickly recognize risks using real-world scenarios and practical solutions. “Job Hazard Analysis” will focus on examining tasks, identifying risks, and implementing preventive measures.

9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Break

9:45 – 10:45 a.m.
Minnesota Local Technical Assistance Program (MnLTAP) Training and Resources

Learn about statewide training and resources provided through MnLTAP. Receive an introduction to Work Zone Safety Training and learn about the tools available through the Local Roads Research Board.

10:45 – 11:30 a.m.
Safe and Compliant Chemical Storage and Handling

Get essential information about chemical safety and OSHA compliance. From proper labeling to handling techniques to chemical hazards, we will discuss how to inventory, store, and use common chemicals safely.

11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
LUNCH

Stay for the afternoon! Want to learn even more? We recommend joining the Administrative track in the afternoon, where we will be discussing digital accessibility, rental ordinances, and fostering inclusive governance. 

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Attend a morning track! Want to learn even more? Administrative, Police, and Public Works/Parks & Rec tracks are open to all attendee. Insurance agents and adjusters are welcome to join morning tracks to learn more about Minnesota city issues and earn additional credits. 

11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
LUNCH

12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
Tort Liability and Governmental Immunities: Balancing Accountability and Protection

Explore the dynamics of tort liability and governmental immunities, examining how the law balances holding public entities accountable while protecting their functions. This presentation covers key concepts, legal frameworks, and practical applications with insights to mitigate risk.

1:15 – 2:30 p.m.
LMCIT Updates

Learn about recent updates to the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust property/casualty and workers’ compensation programs, including coverage and rate changes and dividend returns. (Note: This session includes a break.) 

2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
What?! That’s Really Not Covered?

LMCIT strives to extend coverage for losses whenever possible—but some claims are not covered. Learn more about a range of claims that are not covered and why. Discover helpful tips to recognize claims that might not be covered and how scheduling member property can assist the city and claims staff to more efficiently identify and handle claims.

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