City Attorneys Breakfast: Hot Topics in City Risk Management

• Data Expungement Compliance: The Adult Use Cannabis Act and Minnesota Clean Slate Act require automatic expungement of certain criminal records, prompting cities to update their record-keeping practices to avoid data privacy and liability risks. Learn about the new compliance requirements and training updates from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.

• ADA Title II Web and Mobile Accessibility: The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) updated final rule on ADA Title II mandates improvements to web and mobile accessibility for public services. Many cities will need to upgrade their websites, including those with third-party services like credit card processing and reservations. Discover the role of legal counsel in meeting these requirements and managing potential liability.

• Crime-Free Rental Housing Programs: Crime-free rental housing programs, popular since the 1990s, are under renewed federal scrutiny, with cities facing DOJ investigations and legal challenges over discriminatory impacts. Learn from Minnesota and other cities about DOJ concerns and best practices for reviewing and updating your city’s ordinance.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with the LMC legal team.