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2026 Open Meeting Law & Data Practices

This is a specialized training on both practical and legal considerations of Minnesota’s Open Meeting Law and Data Practices requirements. Participants will gain an understanding of these complicated laws, gain an understanding of updated regulations, learn how to access appropriate resources, and leave with practical knowledge for working within the laws’ parameters.

May 14, 2026

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9 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Crosslake Fire Hall

Active Violence Tabletop

This tabletop exercise prepares participants to respond effectively to an active violence incident and the subsequent reunification process. Through realistic scenarios and guided discussions, attendees will examine the roles, responsibilities, and coordination among various agencies. Emphasis will be placed on communication, decision-making, and maintaining safety throughout both phases. The exercise promotes collaboration and identifies areas for improvement in emergency response and reunification protocols.

Feb. 10 or 11, 2026

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9 a.m.-2 p.m.

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Sourcewell

Building Disaster Readiness for Local Governments 2026

This two-day training integrates FEMA's foundational principles with procurement compliance, explicitly designed for local governments. Participants will learn best practices on how to establish, operate, and manage an Emergency Operations Center (EOC), ensuring alignment with FEMA’s Incident Command System (ICS) and federal procurement standards. This training will provide hands-on experience and actionable strategies to strengthen emergency preparedness while maintaining compliance with FEMA’s procurement requirements.

March 18-19, 2025

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8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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Sourcewell

Continuous Improvement Cohort - Information Session

Join Performance Excellence Network's Brian Lassiter and Momentum's Michael Garner for this virtual information session to learn about Continuous Improvement and how a five-session training program can help your nonprofit or local government team improve performance, achieve excellence, and advance your mission.


This session is co-sponsored by the Initiative Foundation, Performance Excellence, and Sourcewell

Jan. 21, 2026

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11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Virtual

Land Use Essentials

This is a foundational training session. This workshop is intended to help build capacity for city leaders, zoning administrators, and planning commission members when it comes to a foundational understanding of land use. This training will help cities to approach zoning questions with increased confidence.

March 25, 2026

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10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Sourcewell

Youth Mental Health First Aid - February 2026

Identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among young people. You’ll build the skills and confidence you need to recognize early warnings signs of a mental health challenge and how to reach out and provide initial and continuing support to young people experiencing a mental health challenge or crisis, including suicide. You will also learn how to help connect them to appropriate support.

Feb. 17, 2026

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8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Sourcewell