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10 Concurrent Sessions #2: Wednesday, 1:15 to 2:30 PM Are We Out of the Weeds Yet? – REPEAT SESSION Kyle Hartnett, Assistant Research Manager, LMC In this session, we will discuss where things are at with adult use cannabis in Minnesota and what cities should be doing in preparing for licenses to come online. 5 6 Emergency Management Planning Brian Olson, Director of Preparedness & Recovery, MDHSEM This session will be a basic overview of state and federal disaster recovery programs, covering: • State and Federal Disaster Declaration Process • The state and federal Public Assistance Program • The Federal Individual Assistance Program • State programs that support the Federal Individual Assistance Program • The different hazard mitigation programs available for aplicants • Key takeaways for Clerks at the city level to be prepared for disaster recovery 7 Minnesota Withholding Tax Basics and Employer Responsibilities Patrick Smith, Witholding Outreach Coordinator This seminar covers the basics of Minnesota Withholding Tax and the main responsibilities of employers. We'll place special emphasis on employment forms like the W-4MN (withholding allowance or exemption form) and MWR (reciprocity exemption form). 8 Introduction to Public Finance Tools to Assist with Private Development Tammy Omdal, Managing Director & Jessica Green, Managing Director – Northland Securities • Provide general introductory information on the use of public finance tools • Presentation will focus on: o Source and use of Tax Increment Financing (TIF). o Use of development agreements. o Managing TIF districts. o Tax abatement for economic development. o Other forms of public financial assistance.