Help Center
Learn how to search local government records, request what's missing, and contribute to this public archive.
How to search the archive
Use the search page to find meetings, decisions, documents, and transcripts by keyword, government, or date. Results link straight to the source record.
Go to SearchHow to request records
Some records aren't online yet. Each government page lists records requests in progress, and you can add one to help fill a gap.
Browse governmentsHow to contribute information
Upload a meeting video, agenda, packet, or minutes; sort files others uploaded; or submit a correction. Contributors earn points and climb the leaderboard.
Start contributingGuides to the law
Plain-English explainers on Minnesota's Open Meeting Law, where to find county records, and how local campaign finance works.
Read the guidesHow the archive works
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Find a government
Open the Ledger and pick a city, county, or school board to see its meetings, officials, and finances.
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Open a meeting
Each meeting shows the agenda, packet, minutes, video, and a searchable transcript when available.
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Check the source
Every record links to the original government document. Summaries are AI-assisted — always verify against the source.
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Fill a gap
Spot something missing? Upload the document or submit a correction. Every contribution is reviewed before publishing.
Still stuck?
Read the detailed guides, or contact us with questions. To report a wrong or broken link on any page, use Submit a Correction.