Minneapolis public meetings in 2024

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities met on December 18, 2024, with a quorum of eight members present. The agenda covered procedural items such as roll call and scheduling the next meeting, with no substantive decisions or votes reported.

Southside Green Zone Council

The Southside Green Zone Council met on December 18, 2024, at Phillips Community Center. The agenda was procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. All committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on January 16, 2025.

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Bicycle Advisory Committee met on December 17, 2024, to conduct procedural business. No substantive actions, votes, or discussions were recorded in the agenda. The committee’s next meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2025.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive items listed on the agenda. All committee actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on January 16, 2025. The next commission meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2025.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment held a routine meeting with no substantive agenda items. All actions were referred to the next Council meeting on January 16, 2025. The next Zoning Board meeting is scheduled for January 9, 2025.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing held a regular meeting with no listed agenda items beyond procedural roll call. All actions were deferred to the next council meeting on January 16, 2025.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging held a regular meeting with six members present, quorum not met. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed in the agenda; actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on January 16, 2025.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council met to adopt resolutions, introduce ordinances, and address unfinished business. Key actions included dissolving three appointed boards, approving a $1.17M increase to a police technology contract, and introducing franchise agreements for gas and electric utilities.

• Dissolved Minneapolis Animal Care and Control Advisory Board, Violence Prevention Steering Committee, and Futuro Latino Empowerment Commission
• Approved $1,173,804 contract amendment with Axon Enterprise for TASER 10 products and VR training for MPD (total contract now $16,672,816.80)
• Introduced gas franchise ordinance for CenterPoint Energy (referred to Climate & Infrastructure Committee)
• Introduced electric franchise ordinance for Xcel Energy (referred to Climate & Infrastructure Committee)
• Proposed ordinance banning algorithmic rental pricing using non-public competitor data

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The Minneapolis Arts Commission met on December 11, 2024, with a quorum of members present. The agenda contained only procedural items, including roll call and scheduling the next meeting. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council met on December 11, 2024, at Northeast Recreation Center in Minneapolis. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions or votes taken. Committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on December 12, 2024.

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific substantive items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council held an adjourned meeting on December 10, 2024, where it adopted the 2025 City Budget, tax levies, and the Six-Year Capital Program. The council also approved utility rate changes and three bond issuance requests totaling $170,763,991.

• Adopted 2025 City Budget and tax levies
• Approved Six-Year Capital Program (2025–2030)
• Set water, sewer, stormwater, and solid waste rates effective January 1, 2025
• Requested $9,240,000 in assessments-funded bonds
• Requested $102,656,991 in levy-funded bonds

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole approved resolutions to dissolve three appointed boards and commissions, appointed a new member to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Board, and sent forward a contract amendment for police equipment and training. The meeting also included a discussion on alley funding and repairs.

• Dissolved Minneapolis Animal Care and Control Advisory Board, Violence Prevention Steering Committee, and Futuro Latino Empowerment Commission
• Appointed Arun Hejmadi to Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Board of Managers
• Approved $1,173,804 contract amendment with Axon Enterprise for TASER 10 products and VR training for MPD (total contract now $16,672,816.80)
• Approved legislative directive to update unpaved alleys and evaluate inclusion in Capital Improvement Program

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee discussed the 2025 City Budget, including property tax levies and bond issuances. The committee also approved a legislative directive for quarterly reporting on the Healthy Homes program.

• 2025 City Budget (2024-00959) including property tax levies and the 2025-2030 Six-Year Capital Program
• Proposed assessment funded bonds of $9,240,000
• Proposed levy funded bonds of $102,656,991
• Proposed enterprise funded bonds of $58,867,000
• Healthy Homes Proactive Enforcement Legislative Directive (2024-01402) for quarterly reporting

Workplace Advisory Committee

The Workplace Advisory Committee met on December 9, 2024, at City Hall in Minneapolis. The meeting was procedural with no items requiring decisions or votes. All actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on December 12, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to discuss the 2025 City Budget, including property tax levies and the 2025-2030 Six-Year Capital Program. The meeting was adjourned and continued to December 10, 2024.

• 2024 property tax levies payable in 2025
• 2025-2030 Six-Year Capital Program
• Request for $9,240,000 in assessment funded bonds
• Request for $102,656,991 in levy funded bonds
• Request for $58,867,000 in enterprise funded bonds

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to discuss the 2025 City Budget, including property tax levies and the Six-Year Capital Program. No final actions were taken during this meeting, and the items were continued to the December 9, 2024 meeting.

• Proposed 2024 property tax levies payable in 2025
• Proposed 2025-2030 Six-Year Capital Program
• Request for $9,240,000 in assessment funded bonds
• Request for $102,656,991 in levy funded bonds
• Request for $58,867,000 in enterprise funded bonds

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The Planning Commission Committee of the Whole met on December 5, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, including roll call and scheduling the next meeting. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed for this session.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council met on December 5, 2024, and adopted several contracts and agreements, including a $1.11 million annual contract for concrete pavement sawing and joint sealing, legal services contracts totaling up to $350,000 per firm, and workforce development service contracts. The council also approved contract amendments for infrastructure projects and accepted settlements for workers' compensation claims.

• Bid for Concrete Pavement Sawing and Joint Sealing: $1,110,000 annual contract with Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC
• Legal Services Panel contracts: 8 firms each authorized up to $350,000 for 2025–2027
• Domestic violence prevention programming contract: $100,000 with NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center, Inc.
• Lead Service Line Replacements contract amendments: $14,558.80 and $64,381.68 increases for M and B Services LLC and Triple E Sewer and Water LLC
• Workers' compensation settlements: $165,000 (Scott Campbell), $140,000 (Hilary Glasrud), $126,000 (Brianna Garman), $140,000 (Christopher Smith)

Northside Green Zone Task Force

The Northside Green Zone Task Force met on December 4, 2024, at Farview Park Recreation Center. The agenda contained only procedural items, including roll call and scheduling the next meeting for January 15, 2025. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

Charter Commission

The Minneapolis Charter Commission met on December 4, 2024, and adopted the 2025 Charter Amendment Submission Timeline and the 2025 regular meeting calendar. The Commission also received and filed reports on 2024 voter turnout and public comments.

• Adopted 2025 Charter Amendment Submission Timeline
• Approved 2025 Charter Commission meeting calendar for publication
• Received and filed 2024 voter turnout report
• Received and filed public comments

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

The Community Environmental Advisory Commission held a routine meeting with no substantive agenda items. All actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on December 5, 2024. The next commission meeting is scheduled for January 7, 2025.

Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved the city's policy positions and agenda for the 2025 legislative session. The body also authorized several contracts for legislation representation services and passed honorary resolutions for two state representatives.

• Approval of the 2025 Legislative Agenda and Policy Positions
• Contract with Fredrikson Government Relations, LLC not to exceed $66,000
• Contract with Momentum Advocacy not to exceed $54,000
• Contract increase for Primacy Group, LLC by $100,000, for a total not to exceed $300,000
• Honorary resolutions for Representative Frank Hornstein and Representative Hodan Hassan

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole approved contracts totaling $1.01M for police oversight and training services, including an $750,000 investigative services contract and a $260,000 training contract required by a settlement agreement. The committee also approved resolutions for water service line repairs, a police oversight appointment, and a solidarity resolution with campus activists. Several items were postponed to the January 14 meeting.

• Approved $750,000 contract with DLG Consulting for police investigative services (18-month term)
• Approved $260,000 contract with Exceptional Edge Consulting for police training services (2-year term)
• Approved appointment of Ayana Smith-Kooiman to Community Commission on Police Oversight
• Approved resolution expressing solidarity with campus activism opposing war
• Postponed 2020 Civil Unrest After Action Review final report to January 14, 2025

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met to review unspent 2023 funds, employee salary schedules, a new deputy commissioner position, and quarterly financial reports. The committee approved a new Deputy Commissioner Community Safety position with a salary range of $182,045 to $215,802, but denied a 4% raise for appointed non-represented employees while approving similar raises for classified and non-represented groups.

• Approved new Deputy Commissioner Community Safety position (salary $182,045–$215,802)
• Denied 4% salary increase for appointed non-represented employees
• Approved 4% salary increases for classified and non-represented employee groups
• Rolled over $2023 unspent funds to General Fund via ARPA revenue transfer
• Received 2024 Q3 financial status reports on select city funds

Audit Committee

The Minneapolis Audit Committee received and filed multiple 2023 management and compliance reports for the City and the Park Board, plus updates on hiring-process and MPD fleet audits. It also approved an amendment to the 2024 risk-based audit plan to add an after-action review of a specific case.

• Filed 2023 City of Minneapolis and Park Board Management and Compliance Reports
• Filed 2022 Hiring and Promotion Process Audit status update
• Filed MPD Fleet Management Audit Report and directed staff to publish it
• Approved amendment to 2024 Enterprise Risk Assessment and Risk-Based Integrated Audit Plan to add Davis Moturi/John Sawchak after-action review
• Received City Auditor work-in-progress update

Planning Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed in the provided text.

Public Health Advisory Committee

The Minneapolis Public Health Advisory Committee met on November 26, 2024, with a quorum present. The meeting followed standard procedural steps with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion. All actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on December 5, 2024.

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian Advisory Committee held a regular meeting with a quorum present. All actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on December 5, 2024. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met on November 21, 2024, with a quorum present. The meeting followed a standard procedural agenda with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion. All actions were referred to the next Council meeting on December 5, 2024.

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Bicycle Advisory Committee met on November 21, 2024, to conduct procedural business. No substantive items were decided or discussed; all actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on December 5, 2024.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee advanced multiple infrastructure and environmental initiatives, including extending a CenterPoint Energy gas franchise, applying for grants for safe school routes and sewer repairs, and approving funding for street resurfacing and water distribution improvements. The committee also approved a subordinate funding agreement for the Blue Line Light Rail Extension and concept layouts for the Pillsbury Avenue Bridge and George Floyd Square projects.

• Extended CenterPoint Energy gas franchise through April 17, 2025
• Approved $9,116,212 for 2025 Street Resurfacing Program (Farview North, Pennhurst South, 24th St E)
• Authorized $461,987 for Blue Line Light Rail Extension professional staff costs
• Increased water distribution improvements appropriation by $4,500,000
• Approved concept layouts for Pillsbury Avenue Bridge and 38th St & Chicago Ave (George Floyd Square)

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The Minneapolis Arts Commission met on November 20, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural and boilerplate items, including roll call and legal notices. No decisions, ordinances, or discussions of substance were listed.

Southside Green Zone Council

The Southside Green Zone Council held a regular meeting with no items listed for discussion or decision. All committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on December 5, 2024. The meeting included roll call, legal notice, and accessibility information.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved multiple grants totaling over $15.1 million for health programs, lead-paint hazard reduction, and a school-based clinic lease extension. The committee also discussed restorative services, youth diversion programs, and public safety planning beyond policing.

• Accepted $107,158.83 from Minnesota Board of Firefighter Training for firefighter training
• Approved $290,855 state grant for cannabis and substance use prevention
• Accepted $2,506,918 grant for Family Home Visiting services (2025)
• Approved $6,750,000 HUD grant over five years for lead-paint hazard correction
• Extended school-based clinic lease to Dec. 31, 2029, adding Wellstone Clinic

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission met on November 19, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, roll call, and legal notices. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed for action.

Civil Service Commission

The Minneapolis Civil Service Commission met on November 19, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural and boilerplate items, including roll call and legal notices. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee approved liquor licenses for multiple businesses, a $221 million revenue bond issuance for Children’s Health Care, and a $10 million bond for Catholic Eldercare renovations. It also approved $17 million in Affordable Housing Trust Fund loans for 11 projects and authorized a $220,000 loan for a Lake Street commercial property renovation.

• Approved $221M in tax-exempt revenue bonds for Children’s Health Care
• $17M Affordable Housing Trust Fund awards for 11 projects including Cheatham Apartments and Clare Housing
• Approved $220K loan for 4010 E Lake St commercial property renovation
• Approved liquor licenses for Urban Wok U of M, The Rabbit Hole, and Mother Dough
• Approved interim use permit for 30-bed emergency shelter at 1803 Bryant Ave N

Minneapolis Workforce Development Board

The Minneapolis Workforce Development Board met on November 19, 2024, for a routine session with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion. The meeting followed standard procedural steps, including roll call and a reminder about public participation rules.

Civil Rights Commission

The Minneapolis Civil Rights Commission convened a regular meeting with a quorum of 11 members present. The agenda included only procedural items such as roll call and scheduling, with no substantive decisions, ordinances, or public hearings listed. Committee actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on December 5, 2024.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities met on November 18, 2024, at City Hall. The agenda contained only procedural items and no substantive decisions, proposals, or discussions. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on December 5, 2024.

Workplace Advisory Committee

The Workplace Advisory Committee met on November 18, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, roll call, and legal notices; no decisions or discussions on substantive matters were listed.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Minneapolis Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee met on November 18, 2024, and approved multiple contracts, amendments, and resolutions including a $1,110,000 bid for concrete pavement sawing and joint sealing, a $100,000 contract for domestic violence prevention programming, and several legal settlements totaling $632,523. The committee also extended parking agreements, accepted donations, and approved lease renewals for city office space.

• $1,110,000 contract with Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC for pavement sawing and joint sealing
• $100,000 contract with NorthPoint Health & Wellness Center for domestic violence prevention programming
• $61,523 settlement with Hennepin Healthcare for 2021 water meter flooding claim
• $2,085,984.52 lease renewal for Police Department office space at 400 4th St S
• $90,000 contract amendment for Lyndale Ave N Pedestrian Improvements Project

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission met for a special session with no substantive agenda items. All committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on December 5, 2024. The next Heritage Preservation Commission meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2024.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing held a routine meeting with no substantive items listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next council meeting on December 5, 2024.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met on November 14, 2024, for a special meeting with no substantive agenda items. The meeting included roll call and procedural announcements, with no decisions or discussions on zoning matters. The next meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging held a regular meeting with no substantive items listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on December 5, 2024.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council convened on November 14, 2024, to adopt multiple contracts, grants, and resolutions. Key actions included approving bids for infrastructure projects such as the Convention Center Concessions remodel, Phillips Traffic Safety Project, and 30th Ave S sanitary sewer replacement. The Council also authorized legal settlements totaling $475,000 and accepted state and private grants for fire department training and public safety initiatives.

• Convention Center Concessions 136 Remodel: $693,300 contract awarded to Sheehy Construction
• Phillips Traffic Safety Project: $1,794,084.42 contract awarded to TI-Zack Concrete, LLC
• 30th Ave S Sanitary Sewer Replacement: $1,249,351 contract awarded to Minger Construction Companies, Inc.
• State grant of $2,500,000 for Minneapolis Fire Department Training Apparatus Expansion Project
• Legal settlements totaling $475,000 for workers' compensation claims and civil lawsuit

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council met on November 13, 2024, at Farview Recreation Center. The agenda was procedural with no substantive items for decision or discussion. Committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on November 14, 2024.

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The Board of Estimate and Taxation met on November 13, 2024, at the Public Service Center in Minneapolis. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions or discussions listed in the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on November 14, 2024.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met to receive and file reports regarding community engagement at George Floyd Square and the status of city ordinances. The body also reviewed recommendations from various standing committees to be referred to the next full council meeting.

• George Floyd Square and GFS Visioning and Priorities Report Update (2024-01298)
• Council Tracking Report (2024-00902) on ordinances, enterprise policies, and directives

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee approved resolutions to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds by reducing certain project budgets. The committee also received presentations on the 2025 City Budget and participatory budgeting models.

• Approved resolution to reallocate ARPA funds by reducing project budgets
• Approved appropriation increase for Finance and Property Services department Revenue Replacement
• Approved General Fund appropriation increases for various departments
• Received presentation from Minnesota Department of Revenue on property tax relief programs
• Received report on participatory budgeting process models

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission met on November 12, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained no substantive items for decision or discussion, only procedural and legal notices.

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole received and filed a settlement agreement in a legal case, approved a legislative directive on a court-enforceable settlement with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights, and continued discussions on community engagement at George Floyd Square. Several items were postponed to future meetings.

• Received and filed settlement agreement in case involving Davis Moturi and John Sawchak
• Approved legislative directive on updates to court-enforceable settlement with Minnesota Department of Human Rights
• Continued George Floyd Square Visioning and Priorities Report update to November 13 meeting
• Postponed 2020 Civil Unrest After Action Review final report to December 3 meeting
• Postponed resolution on solidarity with campus activism to December 3 meeting

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee held a public hearing on the 2025 City Budget and tax levy, received a presentation on property tax relief programs, and discussed municipal revenue sources. The committee also approved salary increases for city employees and established two new positions in the City Clerk’s Office.

• Approved 4% salary increases for unclassified, non-represented, and politically appointed city employees, effective Dec 29, 2024
• Established Chief Assistant City Clerk position with salary range $159,988–$189,656
• Established Director Administration City Clerk’s Office position with salary range $147,735–$175,130
• Received and filed public comment on the proposed 2025 City Budget and tax levy
• Postponed action on ARPA reappropriation and participatory budgeting models to Nov 13 meeting

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee advanced multiple grants, permits, and agreements for transportation, stormwater, and climate initiatives. Items included cooperative agreements with Metro Transit and MnDOT, event permits for Nicollet Mall, and stormwater management program approvals.

• Approved $100k cooperative agreement with Metro Transit for Mobility Hub planning
• Approved $61k MnDOT appropriation for traffic signal work on TH 121 in south Minneapolis
• Approved $500k state grant for Phillips Traffic Safety Project near Anderson United Middle School
• Approved $250k grant application for local biochar production facility site development
• Set public hearing for Nov 21 to consider CenterPoint Energy gas franchise extension

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee approved several property sales to Homes for Homies, LLC and the City of Lakes Community Land Trust. The body also authorized gap financing loans for redevelopment projects and approved various liquor licenses.

• Sale of 10 properties to Homes for Homies, LLC and Ralph Mitchell, including 3751 Logan Ave N for $130,000
• $750,000 Great Streets Gap Financing loan for Native American Community Clinic at 1213 Franklin Ave E
• $150,000 Great Streets Gap Financing loan for Pillsbury Creative Commons at 3525 Chicago Ave
• Interim use permit for a 21-bed emergency shelter at 2544 Oakland Ave
• Sale of 3415 2nd St N to City of Lakes Community Land Trust for $1,000

Northside Green Zone Task Force

The Northside Green Zone Task Force met on November 6, 2024, at Farview Park Recreation Center. The agenda included only procedural items such as roll call and setting the next meeting date. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed on the agenda.

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

The Community Environmental Advisory Commission met on November 6, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, roll call, and legal notices; no decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several grants for emergency management and traffic safety, as well as appointments to the Civil Rights Commission. The body also authorized agreements for school-based health services and directed staff to research municipal grocery stores.

• Acceptance of a $744,526 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant for emergency management
• Approval of a $37,620 Towards Zero Death grant for traffic enforcement
• Approval of a grant up to $66,000 (total $264,000 over four years) for school-based mental health services
• Appointments of seven members to the Civil Rights Commission
• Passage of a resolution establishing a Minneapolis Labor Standards Board

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved contracts totaling nearly $6.9 million for infrastructure, public safety, and facility projects, accepted state and private grants, and settled four legal claims totaling $475,000. The committee also received updates on legislative directives related to neighborhood safety, procurement, and police protest response.

• Accepted $693,300 bid by Sheehy Construction for Convention Center Concessions 136 Remodel
• Approved $1,794,084.42 contract with TI-Zack Concrete for Phillips Traffic Safety Project
• $1,249,351 contract with Minger Construction for 30th Ave S Sanitary Sewer Replacement
• Approved $2.5M state grant for Minneapolis Fire Department Training Apparatus Expansion Project
• Settled lawsuit for $80,000 ($40,000 each to two plaintiffs) in Martell Austin and Oghenetega Avwunuma v. City of Minneapolis

Civil Service Commission

The Minneapolis Civil Service Commission held a special meeting on November 4, 2024, with two commissioners present. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed in the agenda. Actions taken will be referred to the next City Council meeting on November 14, 2024.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council met on October 31, 2024, and adopted multiple contracts totaling over $6.5 million for infrastructure, equipment, and services, including renovations to the 5th Street Parking Ramp and storm sewer inspections. The council also approved five new appointed positions in the City Attorney’s and City Clerk’s offices and confirmed 30 liquor license renewals or approvals.

• $3.85M contract for 5th Street Parking Ramp renovation to Construction Results Corporation
• $1.2M contract for sewage bypass pumps to United Rentals (North America), LLC
• $602,924 bid for Liquid Sodium Hydroxide to Hawkins, Incorporated
• $395,122 HOPWA grant contract with Aliveness Project, Inc. for HIV/AIDS housing assistance
• Five new appointed positions approved, including Director Administration in the City Attorney’s Office

Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee met to receive and file two presentations: one on the draft 2025 Legislative Agenda and Policy Positions, and another detailing Minneapolis Public Schools' priorities and ongoing city-school partnership. No decisions were made; items were simply received and filed for future reference.

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole met on October 29, 2024, to approve several items including a three-year $760,200 contract with Minnesota Crisis Intervention Training (MN CIT) for crisis intervention training and refresher courses for police and dispatch staff. The committee also accepted a donation for Council Member Robin Wonsley to attend the APHA 2024 Annual Meeting and approved rules for the Community Commission on Police Oversight.

• Approved $760,200 contract with MN CIT for crisis intervention training (2024-01224)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from APHA for Council Member Wonsley's conference registration (2024-01223)
• Approved rules for the Community Commission on Police Oversight (2024-01219)
• Confirmed 2025 City Council and committee meeting calendar (2024-00002)
• Received status report on administrative reforms for appointed boards and commissions (2024-00776)

Audit Committee

The Minneapolis Audit Committee met on October 28, 2024, to receive and file several audit reports and work plans. Members adopted the Oversight and Evaluation Division’s 2024–2025 Work Plan and approved publication of the 2024 Minneapolis Park Police Body Worn Camera Audit. The committee also received procedural overviews and updates from the City Auditor’s office.

• Adopted 2024–2025 Oversight and Evaluation Division Work Plan (AU2024-00011)
• Approved publishing 2024 Minneapolis Park Police Body Worn Camera Audit (AU2024-00012)
• Received and filed Policy and Research operating procedures overview (AU2024-00013)
• Received City Auditor update report (AU2024-00003)
• Agenda and minutes adopted with quorum of 4 members present

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met to approve new staff positions in the City Attorney’s and City Clerk’s offices and to confirm 12 appointments to the Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee. Members also received and filed financial reports as requested by a prior legislative directive.

• Approved 12 appointments to the Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee (terms Jan 1, 2025–Dec 31, 2026)
• Established new Director Administration position in the City Attorney’s Office (salary range $111,420–$132,081)
• Established new Deputy Director Records Management & Data Practices position in the City Clerk’s Office (salary range $111,866–$132,609)
• Received and filed 2024 Q2 financial report and department-level financial reports

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission met on October 28, 2024, for a regular session with a quorum present. The agenda consisted entirely of procedural items, including roll call and scheduling, with no substantive decisions or public hearings listed. All committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on October 31, 2024.

Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee

The Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee held a routine meeting with no substantive items to decide or discuss. All actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on October 31, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee of the Minneapolis City Council received and filed departmental budget presentations for the Park & Recreation Board and the Police Emergency Communications Center. No decisions were made; committee actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on October 31, 2024.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging held a regular meeting on October 24, 2024, with a quorum present. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed in the agenda; all committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on October 31, 2024.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee met to approve sidewalk assessments, transit grants, and a resolution calling for the closure of the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC). The committee also discussed zero waste programming and received quarterly traffic safety reports.

• Approved $104,974 US DOT grant for 5th Street Transit Center (Ramp B)
• Approved $469,299 MnDOT grant for ADA ramps in Fulton Residential Project
• Approved up to $300,000 for New Nicollet construction easements
• Approved resolution calling for closure of HERC and accelerated zero waste programming
• Set public hearing for Nov 7, 2024 on boulevard ordinance amendments

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian Advisory Committee met on October 24, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda included procedural items such as roll call and setting the next meeting date, with no substantive decisions or discussions recorded.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved grants for police recruitment and chronic disease prevention. The body also set public hearings for Civil Rights Commission appointments and pollution control registration updates.

• Approved $175,000 DOJ grant for recruitment and retention of women officers
• Approved $769,838 Minnesota Department of Health grant for the Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP)
• Set Nov 6 public hearing for 7 Civil Rights Commission appointments
• Set Nov 6 public hearing for ordinance amending pollution control annual registration
• Approved legislative directive on data used to assign Violence Interrupters

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee met on October 23, 2024, to conduct procedural business. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed on the agenda. The committee’s next meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to receive and file departmental presentations for the 2025 City Budget. The committee reviewed presentations from Fire and Neighborhood Safety.

• 2025 City Budget presentation: Fire
• 2025 City Budget presentation: Neighborhood Safety

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to decide on liquor licenses, housing policy, and contracts. Key actions included approving a $8,000,000 contract for the Lake Street Fund, passing an ordinance adding a right of first refusal for affordable housing sales, and approving cannabis business regulations.

• Approved $8,000,000 contract with John & Denise Graves Foundation for Lake Street Fund
• Passed ordinance adding right of first refusal for sale of affordable housing (2024-00169)
• Approved cannabis business regulations ordinance (2024-00947)
• Approved 32 liquor license renewals and 7 gambling licenses
• Approved decertification of four Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission met on October 22, 2024, to conduct routine business. No substantive items were listed on the agenda, and all committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on October 31, 2024. The meeting included roll call and procedural notices.

Public Health Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, proposals, or decisions were listed for action.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met on October 21, 2024, to receive and file departmental presentations for the 2025 city budget. The committee, chaired by Council Member Aisha Chughtai, reviewed updates from the Office of Community Safety, Emergency Management, and Public Works. No decisions were made; committee actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on October 31, 2024.

• Received and filed 2025 budget presentations from Office of Community Safety, Emergency Management, and Public Works

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved multiple contracts totaling over $6.3 million for city services, infrastructure projects, and grants, and also approved five legal settlements. The meeting included routine procedural actions such as receiving reports on purchasing and federal grants.

• $602,924 contract with Hawkins, Inc. for Liquid Sodium Hydroxide
• $500,000 contract with Norstan Communications for telecommunications equipment
• $3,852,629 contract for 5th Street Parking Ramp renovation
• $340,137.95 contract for Large Diameter Storm Main Inspection
• $395,122 HOPWA grant contract with Aliveness Project for HIV/AIDS housing assistance

Workplace Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Civil Rights Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council met on October 17, 2024, and adopted multiple resolutions and contracts, including accepting a $850,000 HUD grant for the Farmer’s Market Sustainable Modernization Project. The council also approved several contract amendments, bid awards, and policy directives, such as fees for off-duty use of city resources and a fee study for Police Department resources.

• $850,000 HUD Community Project Funding grant for Farmer’s Market Sustainable Modernization Project
• Bid acceptance for Pump Station 9 Variable Frequency Drive Replacement ($301,097)
• Bid acceptance for Hauling and Disposal of Waste Materials ($3,788,000 annual)
• Legislative directive to draft ordinance for fees on off-duty use of city resources
• Land swap with Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority for New Nicollet site area

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities held a regular meeting with no substantive items on the agenda. All actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on October 17, 2024.

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The Minneapolis Arts Commission convened a regular meeting with no substantive actions, proposals, or discussions listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on October 17, 2024.

Southside Green Zone Council

The Southside Green Zone Council met on October 16, 2024, at Phillips Community Center in Minneapolis. The meeting included roll call, a quorum was present, and committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on October 17, 2024. No substantive items were discussed or decided.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to approve a new appointed position and receive budget presentations. The body also reviewed a resolution regarding a pollution control registration program.

• Approved establishment of Deputy Director Civil Rights position with a salary range of $149,740 to $177,507
• Received and filed 2025 City Budget presentation from the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
• Sent forward without recommendation a resolution to designate Health Department funds for a carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e) pollution control registration program

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole discussed and acted on several items related to housing and the former Third Precinct site at 3000 Minnehaha Ave. The committee approved a legislative directive requesting a report on funding processes for critical repairs to transitional housing facilities. A resolution expressing a position on the future use of the Third Precinct site failed, while another development-related resolution passed.

• Approved legislative directive for supportive housing report (2024-01099)
• Received update on 3000 Minnehaha Ave (former Third Precinct) (2024-01157)
• Failed resolution on public ownership of 3000 Minnehaha Ave (2024-01159)
• Approved resolution on development at 3000 Minnehaha Ave (2024-01158)

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission met on October 15, 2024, for a regular session with no substantive decisions or discussions listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on October 17, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to receive and file a presentation regarding the 2025 capital budget. No other items were decided or discussed during this meeting.

• Received and filed 2025 City Budget presentation related to the capital budget (2024-00986)

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved several 2025 assessment projects and operating plans for Special Service Districts. The body also authorized infrastructure contracts and received updates on zero waste programming and copper wire theft.

• Approved 2025 Street Light Operation Fee and Street Maintenance assessments for non-governmental tax-exempt parcels
• Approved 2025 operating plans and service charges for 8 Special Service Districts, including Dinkytown and Uptown
• Authorized a $36,760.25 contract with Xcel Energy for the Upper Harbor Phase I Public Infrastructure Project on 33rd Avenue N
• Updated uniform assessment rates for street construction, renovation, resurfacing, and alley improvements
• Received updates on copper wire theft and air pollution impacts of trash burning at the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing met on October 10, 2024, with 21 members present. No substantive actions were taken; committee actions were referred to the October 17 City Council meeting. The next committee meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2024.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met on October 10, 2024, with a quorum present. The meeting was procedural with no items requiring a decision or discussion listed in the agenda.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee met to vote on ordinances, resolutions, and contracts. Six items were approved, including updates to the public swimming pool code, a grant for maternal and child health, and a joint legal services agreement with Bloomington. Four reports were received and filed without action.

• Approved ordinance updating public swimming pool provisions to align with state law (2024-00988)
• Approved $886,993 Maternal Child Health Block Grant from Minnesota Department of Health (2024-01154)
• Approved $400/month Joint Powers Agreement with Bloomington for legal services (2024-01152)
• Approved no-cost community partner agreement with Minneapolis Public Schools for School-Based Clinics (2024-01153)

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The Board of Estimate and Taxation held a regular meeting with no items requiring a decision or discussion. All committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on October 17, 2024.

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council met on October 9, 2024, at Northeast Recreation Center. The agenda listed only procedural items such as roll call and scheduling the next meeting, with no substantive decisions or discussions recorded.

Northside Green Zone Task Force

The Northside Green Zone Task Force met on October 9, 2024, at Farview Park Recreation Center. No substantive actions or decisions were listed on the agenda; committee actions were referred to the October 17 City Council meeting. The meeting followed standard procedural protocols with roll call and public notice.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met on October 8, 2024, to receive and file departmental budget presentations for the 2025 City Budget. No decisions were made; actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on October 17, 2024.

• Receiving and filing 2025 City Budget presentations (Convention Center, Health Department, Youth Coordinating Board)

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Minneapolis Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to decide on liquor license renewals, grants, land-use changes, and appeals. The committee approved 13 liquor license renewals, granted $80,536.40 in emergency housing funds, and approved a land swap with Hennepin County. Several zoning and liquor license applications were also addressed.

• Approved liquor license renewals for 13 businesses, including Cambria Downtown Minneapolis, Hilton Garden Inn, and Insight Brewing Co.
• Approved up to $80,536.40 in 2023 Emergency Solutions Grant funds for essential services and shelter operations
• Approved a land swap with Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority along the Midtown Greenway
• Approved a commemorative street name addition: Aniya Allen Ave on 36th Ave N between Penn Ave N and Queen Ave N
• Approved $352,800 in brownfield grants for the Native American Community Clinic and Housing at 1213 E Franklin Ave

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission met on October 8, 2024, to conduct procedural actions. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed on the agenda. The meeting was scheduled for 4:30 PM in Room 350 of the Public Service Center, 250 S. 4th St., Minneapolis.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met to receive and file 2025 budget presentations from city departments, including the Attorney’s Office and Mayor’s Office. No decisions were made; committee actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on October 17, 2024.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved multiple resolutions including accepting a $850,000 HUD Community Project Funding grant for the Farmer's Market Sustainable Modernization Project and authorizing several contracts and contract amendments totaling over $1.2 million. The committee also continued discussions on law enforcement recruitment practices and a contract with the Black Business Enterprise Fund.

• $850,000 HUD grant for Farmer's Market Sustainable Modernization Project
• Contract with Black Business Enterprise Fund for $992,400 for capacity building services
• Contract amendment for South Minneapolis Community Safety Center design services up to $998,000
• Bid acceptance for Pump Station 9 Variable Frequency Drive Replacement at $301,097
• Hauling and Disposal of Waste Materials contract at $3,788,000 annually

City Council

The City Council approved several high-value infrastructure contracts, bond issuances for school facilities, and various land sales. The body also processed numerous liquor license renewals and approved debt forgiveness for the Minnesota Indian Women's Resource Center.

• Bossen Terrace Sanitary & Storm Sewer Improvements Project contract for $5,787,933.20
• Authorization of up to $50 million in bonds for Hiawatha Academies facilities
• Debt forgiveness of approximately $836,854 for Minnesota Indian Women's Resource Center
• 35th Ave N Flood Mitigation Project engineering contract for $1,456,138
• Land sales at 2933-2937 5th Ave S for $42,400 and 2305-2309 5th Ave S for $86,400

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

The Community Environmental Advisory Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive items listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on October 2, 2024. The meeting was procedural with no decisions or discussions recorded.

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The Community Commission on Police Oversight met on October 1, 2024, for a regular session with a quorum of members present. The agenda included procedural items such as roll call and setting the next meeting date, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission met on September 30, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural and administrative items, including roll call and scheduling the next meeting. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings were listed for action or discussion.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee held a regular meeting to receive and file the 2025 City Budget presentations from the Office of Public Service. No decisions were made; committee actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on October 2, 2024.

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole met to review committee reports and take action on a contract amendment related to a court-enforceable settlement agreement. The committee also referred several committee actions to the next full council meeting scheduled for October 2, 2024.

• $600,000 contract amendment with Danny Murphy Consulting, LLC for settlement agreement consulting (total not to exceed $900,000)
• Extension of contract COM0006908 through December 31, 2025

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee approved a legislative directive requesting data on financial reporting, monitoring, and performance measurement. The committee also received budget presentations for the 2025 City Budget from two departments.

• Approved request for 2024 Second Quarter Financial Report and 2019-2023 Financial Reports
• Received 2025 budget presentations from Racial Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
• Received 2025 budget presentations from Performance Management & Innovation

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee met to decide on infrastructure projects, service assessments, and policy directives. Six resolutions and ordinances were approved, one was sent forward without recommendation, and two items were scheduled for future public comment or hearings.

• Approved $1,301,940 in additional funding for Midtown Greenway bridge repairs at 1st Ave S, 10th Ave S, Nicollet Ave S, and Pillsbury Ave S
• $49,760 special assessment for pedestrian flasher at Hope Academy (Project No. 715HA)
• Approved cooperative agreement with MnDOT for $10,000 in landscaping improvements at 7th St S & 15th Ave S in Cedar-Riverside
• Scheduled Oct 10 public hearing on closure plan for Hennepin Energy Recovery Center (HERC)
• Approved shared bike and scooter program application process with multiple cities and the Park Board

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian Advisory Committee met on September 26, 2024, at 4:00 PM in Room 100AB of the Public Service Building. The agenda included roll call, legal notice, and accessibility information, with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision. Committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on October 2, 2024.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met on September 26, 2024, but took no substantive actions. The meeting was procedural, with no ordinances, rezonings, or public hearings listed. All items were referred to the next City Council meeting on October 2, 2024.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several grants for health and police initiatives and a directive to address unsheltered homelessness. The body also set a public hearing for updates to the public swimming pool code.

• Approved $2,500,000 Byrne Discretionary Community Project Grant for the Community Violence Interrupter Program
• Accepted $902,260 CDC grant for Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH)
• Approved $276,015 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) split between the Police Department and City Attorney's office
• Approved a $25,000 agreement with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for fingerprint-based background checks
• Set a public hearing for October 9, 2024, regarding the Public Swimming Pool Code ordinance

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Bicycle Advisory Committee met on September 25, 2024, at the Public Service Building in Minneapolis. The committee’s actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on October 2, 2024. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda beyond procedural items.

Charter Commission

The Minneapolis Charter Commission held a regular meeting on September 25, 2024, where it adopted the meeting agenda and accepted the minutes from its May 1, 2024 meeting. The commission also received and filed a report on proposed Charter Amendments related to the Board of Estimate and Taxation and filed public comments. No substantive decisions were made beyond procedural actions.

• Adopted the meeting agenda
• Accepted minutes from May 1, 2024 meeting
• Received and filed report on proposed Charter Amendments (CH2024-00007)
• Filed public comments (CH2024-00001)

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met to receive and file 2025 budget presentations from nine city departments. No decisions were made; committee actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on October 2, 2024.

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to decide on several land-use, licensing, and housing finance matters. Key actions included approving a $50 million bond issuance for Hiawatha Academies to refinance debt and finance repairs, selling two vacant lots in the Phillips neighborhood, and approving liquor licenses for 43 establishments.

• Approved up to $50 million in bonds for Hiawatha Academies to refinance debt and fund facility repairs at 3500 E 28th St, 1611 E 46th St, and 4640 17th Ave S
• Sold 2933-2937 5th Ave S to Twin City Development Company LLC for $42,400
• Sold 2305-2309 5th Ave S to Molina Realtors or affiliated entity for $86,400
• Approved liquor licenses for 43 businesses including Francis Burger Joint, Brit's Pub, and Venn Brewing Company
• Approved $836,854 debt forgiveness for Minnesota Indian Women's Resource Center affordable housing project

Civil Service Commission

The Minneapolis Civil Service Commission met on September 24, 2024, with a quorum of members present. The agenda consisted entirely of procedural items, including roll call and scheduling, with no decisions or discussions on substantive matters.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.

Public Health Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met to receive and file departmental budget presentations for the 2025 city budget, including Community Planning & Economic Development and Regulatory Services. No decisions were made; committee actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on October 2, 2024.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved 14 items including contracts for storm sewer work, towing services, flood mitigation design, and ADA ramp upgrades. Two legal settlements totaling $192,500 were also approved. All approved items will be referred to the next City Council meeting on Oct 2, 2024.

• $5.8M contract for Bossen Terrace sanitary & storm sewer improvements
• $317,903.70 contract for Large Diameter Storm Main Inspection Northeast project
• $1.5M contract with WSB LLC for 35th Ave N Flood Mitigation Project engineering
• $270,000 contract for Heavy Duty Towing Services through Sep 2026
• $192,500 approved for two legal settlements (Meeks v. City and Cushenbery workers' comp)

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee held a public hearing to receive and file public comment on the proposed 2025 City Budget, tax levy, the Fiscal Year 2025 Consolidated Plan, and proposed water and sewer rates. The committee took no further action beyond receiving comments, with next steps referred to the October 2, 2024 Council meeting.

• Public hearing on 2025 City Budget (2024-01056)
• Fiscal Year 2025 Consolidated Plan discussed
• Proposed water and sewer rate changes reviewed

Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee

The Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee met to conduct routine business. No substantive items were listed on the agenda, and no decisions were reported. The next meeting is scheduled for October 25, 2024.

Minneapolis Community Development Agency

The Minneapolis Community Development Agency met on September 19, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items such as roll call and setting the next meeting date; no decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

City Council

The City Council adopted several high-value bids for infrastructure projects and established a consulting pool for the Convention Center and Target Center. The body also approved security service contracts and various administrative appointments.

• Large Diameter Sewer Cured in Place Pipe Lining 2024 project contract for $2,400,699.80
• 1st Ave S Reconstruction Green Stormwater Infrastructure project contract for $1,634,061.46
• Consulting pool master contracts for Convention Center and Target Center, including $2.5M each for The Alliance, Inc., Hammel, Green and Abrahamson, Inc., and M. Arthur Gensler Jr & Associates Inc.
• Security services contracts with Securitas USA, Inc. (up to $1M annually) and GardaWorld Security Services (up to $1.2M annually)
• Hilton Parking Ramp Waterproofing project contract for $956,000

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion were listed.

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The Board of Estimate and Taxation met on September 18, 2024, to conduct routine procedural actions. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda; committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Southside Green Zone Council

The Southside Green Zone Council met on September 18, 2024, at Phillips Community Center. The agenda contained only procedural items, roll call, and legal notices. No decisions, ordinances, or discussions were listed for action at this meeting.

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The Minneapolis Arts Commission met on September 18, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items and no decisions or discussions on arts-related matters.

Minneapolis Workforce Development Board

The Minneapolis Workforce Development Board met on September 17, 2024, at the North CareerForce Center. The agenda included roll call and procedural actions, with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion. Committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee met to receive and file a presentation on the Preliminary Design Plans for the Blue Line Light Rail Extension route and the municipal consent process. No decisions were made; committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

• Blue Line Light Rail Extension municipal consent (2024-00939) — presentation received and filed

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole met to review committee reports and administrative actions, including a contract amendment for police academy training. The body approved a $149,750 increase to a training contract with Storm Training Group, L.L.C., bringing the total to $422,500 for expanded scenario-based instruction. No other substantive decisions were listed on the agenda.

• $149,750 contract amendment with Storm Training Group, L.L.C. for police academy training
• Total training contract now capped at $422,500 for additional scenario-based days and classes

Ethical Practices Board

The Minneapolis Ethical Practices Board met on September 17, 2024, with only two members present, below the required quorum. No actions or decisions were taken; items were referred to the next Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met to review financial reports and approve funding for neighborhood safety and housing rehabilitation projects. The committee received and filed the 2024 second-quarter financial status report for select city funds. Two resolutions were approved, with actions referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

• Approved $1,500,000 grant to Agate Housing and Services for rehabilitation of 510 S 8th St transitional housing facility
• Designated funds to reduce violence in the Lake Street Cultural District and Lake Street from Cedar Avenue to Hiawatha Avenue
• Received and filed 2024 second-quarter financial status report on select city funds

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission convened a regular meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Civil Rights Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met to receive and file departmental budget presentations for the 2025 city budget. No decisions were made; committee actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to receive and file budget presentations for the 2025 City Budget. The committee reviewed presentations from the Civil Rights and Communications departments.

• Received and filed 2025 budget presentations for Civil Rights
• Received and filed 2025 budget presentations for Communications

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging met on September 12, 2024, at the Trinity Room, 1200 Marquette Ave. The meeting was procedural with no substantive items discussed or decided. All actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved operating plans and service charges for six special service districts and several infrastructure projects. Members also set public hearings on an electric franchise extension and sidewalk assessments, and approved comments on regional transportation plans.

• Approved 2025 budgets and service charges for Downtown, West Broadway, 50th & France, 54th & Lyndale, Bloomington-Lake, Chicago-Lake, East Lake Street, and Lyndale-Lake Business Improvement Districts
• Approved concept layouts and easement negotiations for 10th Ave S Bridge, 26th St E & Hiawatha Ave safety project, Cedar Ave reconstruction, and Lowry Ave NE Phase 2
• Authorized $248,685 for East Bank Trail Connection project with Minneapolis Park Board
• Set public hearing on Sep 26 for Xcel Energy electric franchise extension
• Set public hearing on Oct 24 for sidewalk repair and construction assessments

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing held a regular meeting with no listed agenda items beyond procedural roll call and scheduling. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Minneapolis Zoning Board of Adjustment held a regular meeting with no items requiring a decision or discussion. All actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Neighborhood Revitalization Program Policy Board

The Neighborhood Revitalization Program Policy Board held a regular meeting with no listed discussion or action items beyond procedural roll call. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on Sep 19, 2024.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee met on September 11, 2024, and approved three items: an ordinance requiring reporting on encampment removals, a $236,000 revenue contract with the Minnesota Timberwolves for bomb detection services at Target Center, and the appointment of Rachel Sayre as Emergency Management Director. Two reports were continued to the next meeting.

• Approved ordinance mandating reporting on encampment removals (2024-00114)
• Approved $236,000 revenue contract with Minnesota Timberwolves for bomb detection at Target Center (2024-00993)
• Approved appointment of Rachel Sayre as Emergency Management Director (2024-00911)

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation met on September 11, 2024, for a regular session with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda consisted solely of procedural items such as roll call and scheduling the next meeting.

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council held a regular meeting with no substantive items listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024. The next Food Council meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee reviewed presentations from multiple departments for the 2025 city budget, including Finance & Property Services and Human Resources. The committee received and filed these presentations for further action at the next Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

• Received 2025 budget presentations from Finance & Property Services
• Received 2025 budget presentations from Human Resources
• Received 2025 budget presentations from Assessing

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to decide on liquor license applications, land sales, and funding for affordable housing projects. Several liquor licenses were approved, while land sales and housing-related ordinances were advanced for further action.

• Approved 5 new liquor licenses including Darling at 3311 25th St E and Aki's BreadHaus at 1712 Marshall St NE
• Approved $260,000 land sale to Northside Economic Opportunity Network for redevelopment at 2114 23rd Ave N and 2103 West Broadway
• Approved modifications to 3 TIF plans to increase budgets for affordable housing projects
• Approved $115,000 additional funding for Portland Village affordable housing project at 1829 Portland Ave S
• Approved ordinance streamlining office-to-residential building conversions

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission met on September 10, 2024, at the Public Service Center in Minneapolis. The agenda contained only procedural items such as roll call and scheduling, with no decisions, ordinances, or public hearings listed. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met on September 9, 2024, to receive and file departmental budget presentations for the 2025 city budget, including the Minnesota Human Rights Department settlement agreement. No decisions were made; actions will be referred to the next Council meeting on September 19, 2024.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee met to approve contracts and amendments totaling more than $10 million, including security services, convention center consulting, and infrastructure projects. The committee also confirmed appointments to the Civil Service Commission and accepted travel-expense donations for city staff and officials.

• $2.5M master contract with The Alliance for Convention Center consulting (2025–2027)
• $1.2M annual security contract with Whelen Security for city facilities
• $1.0M annual security contract with Securitas for water treatment campus
• $1,634,061.46 bid accepted for 1st Ave S Reconstruction Green Stormwater Infrastructure
• $2,400,699.80 bid accepted for Large Diameter Sewer Cured in Place Pipe Lining 2024

Workplace Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions were listed for the session.

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

The Community Environmental Advisory Commission held a routine meeting with quorum present. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda; all items were referred to the next council meeting.

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council met to adopt contracts, grants, and ordinances, including a $5,495,800 street-light installation project, a $1,011,000 police-station purchase, and multiple contract amendments for city infrastructure and services. The council also approved liquor licenses, street vacations, and grants for arts and transit-oriented projects.

• $5,495,800 contract for Street Light Installation Project with Egan Company
• $1,011,000 acquisition of 1st Precinct Police Station at 1101 3rd Ave S
• $646,300 contract for Royalston Roofing and Skylight Repair Project
• $1,420,000 contract amendment for Softening Plant Lime Feed and Storage Replacement Project
• Grants totaling $74,446 for Youth Activities: Art & Music to local arts organizations

Northside Green Zone Task Force

The Northside Green Zone Task Force met at Farview Park Recreation Center with a quorum of 8 members present. The agenda was procedural, with no substantive items discussed or decided. Committee actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on September 5, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to receive and file two reports. The committee formally accepted the Mayor's 2025 Recommended Budget and a biannual personnel report.

• Mayor's 2025 Recommended Budget (2024-00959)
• Biannual personnel report (2024-00331)

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole met to review committee reports and take one action: approving a deviation from city noise ordinances to allow the Walker Art Center’s Avant Garden 2024 event to play amplified sound until midnight on September 21, 2024. The committee also received reports from five standing committees, which will be forwarded to the full city council for further consideration.

• Approved 2-hour extension of amplified sound permit for Walker Art Center’s Avant Garden 2024 event (2024-00975) to midnight on September 21, 2024

Planning Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative items, proposals, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Minneapolis Pedestrian Advisory Committee held a regular meeting with 12 members present (quorum met). All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 5, 2024. The next committee meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2024.

Uptown Special Service District Advisory Board

The Uptown Special Service District Advisory Board met on August 28, 2024, at Lunds & Byerlys in Uptown. The agenda was procedural, including roll call and setting the next meeting for January 28, 2025. No decisions or discussions on substantive issues were listed.

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee met on August 28, 2024, with a quorum present. The meeting followed standard procedural actions, including roll call and a public notice, with no substantive items discussed or decided. Committee actions will be referred to the next City Council meeting on September 5, 2024.

Public Health Advisory Committee

The Public Health Advisory Committee met on August 27, 2024, to conduct procedural business. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda; all committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on September 5, 2024.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee met to decide on water-quality infrastructure, event permits, and grant applications. Members also set public hearings for a light-rail extension and 2025 special-service-district charges.

• Approved stormwater diversion structure with Mississippi Watershed Management Organization on 5th St NE near Columbia Parkway
• Approved West Broadway Improvement Special Service District extension ordinance
• Approved ordinance revisions for drainage and soil erosion control to meet state and federal clean-water requirements
• Set Sept 12 public hearing on Blue Line Light Rail Extension municipal consent plans
• Set Oct 10 public hearing on proposed 2025 services and charges for eight legacy special service districts

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several grants and contracts, including funding for mental health services, crime analysis support, police officer training, and reimbursement for participation in the 2025 Presidential Inauguration Task Force. The committee also set public hearings for an encampment removal reporting ordinance and the appointment of an Emergency Management Director. Two presentations were received and filed without action.

• Approved $28,000 uncompensated care grant for mental health services at School-Based Clinics
• Approved $57,191.20 and $72,000 amendments to Joint Powers Agreement for Human Trafficking Investigations Task Force
• Approved $99,999.42 and $73,084.22 contracts with Hennepin Technical College for police officer training
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding for Minneapolis police officer reimbursement for 2025 Presidential Inauguration Task Force
• Set public hearing for Sep 11, 2024 on encampment removal reporting ordinance

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The Board of Estimate and Taxation met on August 21, 2024, but the agenda contained only procedural items. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed for this meeting.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed on the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 5, 2024.

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The Minneapolis Arts Commission met on August 21, 2024, for a regular session with quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, including roll call and scheduling, with no decisions or discussions on arts-related matters.

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to decide on liquor licenses, grants, contracts, and land-use actions. Several business licenses were approved, while one tobacco license was continued. The committee also approved contracts for traffic management services, grants for youth arts programs, and modifications to Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plans for affordable housing.

• Approved liquor licenses for Small Hours (2201 2ND ST NE), Tono Pizzeria (3002 50TH ST W), Lagniappe/DU Nord (2700 LAKE ST E)
• Approved $180,000 contract with SMG for two-year traffic management services near US BANK Stadium
• Approved $74,446 Hennepin County grant for youth arts programs at five organizations
• Set public hearing for Sep 10 to modify TIF budgets for affordable housing in three districts
• Approved revised development terms for Upper Harbor Terminal redevelopment and excess soil agreement

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission met on August 20, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, roll call, and legal notices; no decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved several infrastructure contracts, a new police precinct acquisition, and a labor agreement. The body also directed an independent evaluation of the ShotSpotter program.

• Approved $5,495,800 bid to Egan Company for Street Light Installation Project
• Approved turnkey acquisition of new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct at 1101 3rd Ave S
• Approved $646,300 bid to Sheehy Construction Company for Royalston Roofing and Skylight Repair Project
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers District Lodge No. 77 (2024-2027)
• Approved legislative directive for independent analysis and evaluation of the ShotSpotter program

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging met on August 19, 2024, at Westminster Presbyterian Garden Room. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions or discussions reported. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 5, 2024.

Civil Rights Commission Community Engagement & Research Subcommittee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for decision or discussion.

Civil Rights Commission

The Minneapolis Civil Rights Commission convened its regular monthly meeting with a quorum of members present. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda; committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on September 5, 2024.

City Council

The City Council decided on various infrastructure bids, liquor licenses, and zoning changes. The body also passed an ordinance requiring the mandatory disclosure of renters rights information.

• Contract with Berwald Roofing Company, Inc. for $2,797,000 for ramp and skyway roof restoration
• Contract with Hennepin Technical College for $1,027,000 for police cadet training
• HUD grant of $850,000 for the 38th St and Chicago Avenue Affordable Housing Project
• Contract with Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC for $441,960 for thermoplastic traffic marking
• Rezoning of 1315 ½ University Ave SE from Transportation District to Community Mixed Use District

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The Planning Commission Committee of the Whole met on August 15, 2024, in Room 100C of the Public Service Building. The meeting was procedural with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion. All actions were referred to the next Council meeting on September 5, 2024.

Audit Committee

The Minneapolis Audit Committee met on August 14, 2024, to receive and file updates from the Office of City Auditor, including a new Oversight and Evaluation Division, a Neighborhood Safety Departmental Risk Assessment, and the 2023 P-Card spending review. The committee also approved a resolution directing the City Auditor to assess Police Department coaching practices and adjust the audit plan as needed.

• Received and filed 2023 P-Card spending review (AU2024-00009)
• Approved resolution to assess Police Department coaching (AU2024-00010)
• Received updates on Oversight and Evaluation Division (AU2024-00007)
• Received status update on Neighborhood Safety Departmental Risk Assessment (AU2024-00008)
• Received report of City Auditor’s work in progress (AU2024-00003)

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council met on August 14, 2024, at Farview Recreation Center in Minneapolis. The meeting was procedural with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion. All actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on August 15, 2024.

Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee

The Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. All actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on August 15, 2024.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee met on August 12, 2024, to discuss personnel and budget updates. The committee approved the establishment of a new Managing Attorney position in the City Attorney’s Office and received a mid-year budget update. A biannual personnel report was postponed to September 3, 2024.

• Approved new Managing Attorney – Labor and Employment position in City Attorney’s Office with salary range of $168,288 to $199,500
• Received mid-year 2024 City Budget change items update
• Postponed biannual personnel report to September 3, 2024 meeting

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole met to receive and file routine reports, including the Council Tracking Report for August 2024 and bylaws for the Community Commission on Police Oversight. The committee also approved bylaws and standing committees for the Community Commission on Police Oversight. Reports from standing committees were reviewed for referral to the next full council meeting on August 15, 2024.

• Received and filed Council Tracking Report – August 2024
• Approved bylaws for the Community Commission on Police Oversight (2024-00907)
• Authorized standing committees for the Community Commission on Police Oversight

Workplace Advisory Committee

The Workplace Advisory Committee met on August 12, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda included procedural items such as roll call and setting the next meeting date, with no substantive decisions or discussions recorded.

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission met on August 12, 2024, in Room 350 of the Public Service Center. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions or discussions listed in the agenda. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on August 15, 2024.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee met on August 8, 2024, and approved several assessments and programs. Items included setting 2025 street-light operation and street maintenance fees for tax-exempt properties, authorizing construction easements for ADA pedestrian ramps, and creating a one-year pilot program for personal delivery device permits. The committee also scheduled public hearings for sewer charges, a Value Capture District update, and a drainage ordinance revision.

• 2025 citywide street light operation fee assessment for tax-exempt properties
• 2025 citywide street maintenance assessment for tax-exempt properties
• Construction easements authorized for 2025 ADA pedestrian ramps (PV056, PV104, PV001)
• One-year pilot program for Personal Delivery Device permits approved
• Public hearings set for sanitary sewer charges (Sep 26), Value Capture District update (Aug 22), and drainage ordinance revision (Aug 22)

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment met on August 8, 2024, to conduct routine procedural actions. No substantive zoning decisions, hearings, or ordinances were listed on the agenda. The board’s next meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2024.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging held a regular meeting on August 8, 2024. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda; actions were referred to the next Council meeting on August 15, 2024.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several grants and agreements, including a $2.5M federal grant for DNA testing of sexual assault evidence kits, a $34K DWI Court police liaison grant, and a $133K–$400K joint powers agreement for embedded social workers. The committee also received reports on violence prevention, police off-duty fees, and community safety centers.

• Approved $2.5M federal grant for sexual assault kit DNA testing (2024-00891)
• Approved $34,104 grant for DWI Court police liaison and monitoring services (2024-00892)
• Approved $133,333 (2024) and $400,000 (2025) joint powers agreement for embedded social workers (2024-00893)
• Approved $50,000 Hennepin County grant for tree preservation ordinance exploration (2024-00900)
• Approved $2.5M USDA composting and food waste reduction grant application (2024-00903)

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to decide on liquor license applications, liquor license renewals, and gambling approvals. It also approved a $850,000 HUD grant for an affordable housing project and discussed a rental pre-eviction notification ordinance.

• Approved liquor licenses for Mothership Pizza Paradise (5057 France Ave S), Hope Breakfast Bar-North Loop (350 5th St N), Northeast BP (2636 University Ave NE), Caffrey's Deli & Subs (3008 Lyndale Ave S), and Salt & Flour (350 5th St N)
• Approved liquor license renewals for The Joint and Caboose (913 Cedar Ave S), Legendary Spice Hotpot (2501 University Ave SE), Corner Bar (1501 Washington Ave S), DoubleTree Suites by Hilton (1101 Lasalle Ave), EaTo (305 Washington Ave S), and Sonora Grill (1414 Nicollet Ave)
• Approved $850,000 HUD Community Project Funding Grant for the 38th St and Chicago Ave Affordable Housing Project
• Approved $50,000, $75,000, and $75,000 Metropolitan Council Livable Communities Account Pre-Development Grants for PennWood Village, New Nicollet, and Swank Eatery projects
• Approved rezoning of 1315 ½ University Ave SE from TR1 to CM3 district to allow reuse of an existing two-story building

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission met on August 6, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, roll call, and legal notices; no decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed.

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The Community Commission on Police Oversight met for a regular session with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items such as roll call and scheduling, with no decisions or discussions on substantive matters.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Minneapolis Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved 18 items including contracts for infrastructure, public safety, workforce development, and legal settlements. The meeting also received reports on ShotSpotter evaluation and the Blueprint for Equitable Engagement.

• Approved $441,960 contract for thermoplastic traffic marking with Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC
• $2,797,000 contract for State Parking Ramps and Skyways Roof Restoration with Berwald Roofing Company, Inc.
• $498,500 contract for Convention Center electrical switchgear replacement with Premier Electric
• $1,027,000 contract for police cadet training with Hennepin Technical College
• Approved $15,000 settlement for Ray Harris Jr. v. City of Minneapolis lawsuit

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The Planning Commission Committee of the Whole met on August 1, 2024, but the agenda contained only procedural boilerplate and no substantive decisions or discussions. The meeting was scheduled for 4:30 PM in Room 100C of the Public Service Building, with a quorum present.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council adopted multiple contracts, grants, and legal settlements. Decisions included infrastructure projects, tree outreach grants, and workers' compensation claims. No new ordinances were introduced.

• Fire Station 8 Casework Improvements: $183,580.65 contract awarded to Vision Woodworking
• Hennepin Dunwoody Bikeway Project: $5,298,937.70 contract awarded to Thomas and Sons
• 1st Ave South Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction: $3,460,037 contract awarded to PCiRoads, LLC
• Lead Service Lines Replacements Year 1: $1.38M in contracts awarded to M and B Services LLC and Triple E Sewer and Water LLC
• Workers' compensation settlements totaling $1.23M for eight claims

Committee of the Whole

The Minneapolis Committee of the Whole met on July 30, 2024, and approved several resolutions and contract assignments. The body also reviewed committee reports from other council committees ahead of the full council meeting on August 1, 2024.

• Assignment of 2023 HOPWA contract (COM0007200) from Rainbow Health to Aliveness Project
• Celebration of Oromo Week in Minneapolis (July 27–August 3)
• Honorary resolution for Dr. Ali Shabo's contributions to the Oromo community

Public Health Advisory Committee

The Public Health Advisory Committee met on July 30, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda consisted solely of procedural items such as roll call and scheduling the next meeting, with no substantive decisions or discussions reported.

Budget Committee

The Minneapolis Budget Committee approved three new appointed positions—Deputy Commissioner of Public Health Initiatives and Operations and Director of Police Conduct Review—and designated summer violence prevention funds. It also accepted a $12,986,332 bid for Phase 2 of the Minneapolis Convention Center Meeting Room Remodel.

• Approved new Deputy Commissioner Public Health Initiatives and Operations position with salary range $153,750–$182,259
• Approved Director Police Conduct Review position with salary range $140,383–$166,414
• Designated 2024 violence prevention strategies funding within Neighborhood Safety Department budget
• Accepted $12,986,332 bid from Sheehy Construction for Minneapolis Convention Center Meeting Room Remodel – Phase 2
• Received and filed 2024 annual report from the Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission met on July 29, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural and boilerplate items, including roll call and legal notices. No decisions, ordinances, or public hearings were listed for action at this meeting.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The Zoning Board of Adjustment held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. All committee actions were referred to the next Council meeting on August 1, 2024. The next Zoning Board meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2024.

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances were listed for decision or discussion.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved several bridge projects and federal grant applications. The body also scheduled public hearings for special service district charges and water/sewer repair assessments.

• Approved $15,000,000 grant application to the US DOT for a Stage 2 SMART grant
• Approved concept layout and easements for Cedar Lake Rd Bridge from Hawthorne Ave to Chestnut Ave
• Approved $49,760 cost estimate for a pedestrian crossing flasher at 715 24 St E
• Approved cooperative agreement for the 1st Ave S Bridge replacement over the Midtown Greenway
• Scheduled public hearings for 2025 services and charges for multiple Special Service Districts

Stadium Village Special Service District Advisory Board

The Stadium Village Special Service District Advisory Board held a routine meeting with no substantive agenda items. Only roll call and procedural matters were addressed, with no decisions or discussions on district business.

Southside Green Zone Council

The Southside Green Zone Council met on July 24, 2024, at Farview Park Recreation Center. The meeting was procedural with no substantive items discussed or decided. All actions were referred to the next council meeting on August 1, 2024.

Northside Green Zone Task Force

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee met on July 24, 2024, to conduct procedural business. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda beyond roll call and scheduling the next meeting.

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The Board of Estimate and Taxation met on July 24, 2024, with only procedural actions taken. No ordinances, contracts, or decisions were listed on the agenda.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee met on July 24, 2024, and took action on several reports and directives. Items included an MOU with the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board for private-property tree removal, a HUD grant application to correct lead-based paint hazards, and updates on police staffing, off-duty fees, the Beyond Policing Action Plan, and the Behavioral Crisis Response team.

• Approved MOU with Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board for private-property tree removal (2024-00837)
• Approved $5,750,000 HUD grant application (2024-00833) for lead-based paint hazard correction over four years
• Received and filed Minneapolis Police Department staffing study (2024-00212)
• Continued Minneapolis Police Department off-duty fees report (2024-00555) to August 7 meeting
• Approved legislative directive for update on Minneapolis Safe and Thriving Communities report recommendations (2024-00835) as amended

Heritage Preservation Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions were listed in the provided text.

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to decide on liquor license applications, business operating conditions, and zoning changes. It also discussed homelessness prevention strategies and a study on safe outdoor spaces.

• Approved liquor licenses for 24 businesses including Children's Theatre Company (2400 3RD AVE S) and Cowboy Jacks (126 5TH ST N)
• Approved rezoning for Northside Economic Opportunity Network properties at 2110 and 2114 23RD AVE N from UN 2 to CM3 district
• Approved interim use permit for auto repair at 3452 LYNDALE AVE S
• Continued renters rights disclosure ordinance to Aug 6 meeting
• Approved study on tiered fees for Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) licenses

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved contracts totaling over $13.5 million for infrastructure, public safety, and city services, and accepted seven workers' compensation settlements. The meeting also received reports on workforce culture, public safety hiring practices, and immigrant support programs.

• $1,217,541 contract for Hawthorne Ramp Elevator Modernization
• $5,298,937.70 contract for Hennepin Dunwoody Bikeway Project
• $3,460,037 contract for 1st Ave South Sanitary Sewer Reconstruction
• $500,000 settlement from Xcel Energy for 10th Ave Bridge construction delays
• Seven workers' compensation settlements totaling $1,027,500 approved

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The Planning Commission Committee of the Whole met on July 18, 2024, to conduct procedural actions. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on August 1, 2024. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging held a regular meeting on July 18, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate and no substantive decisions or discussions.

City Council

The Minneapolis City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including roadway and sewer improvements. The body also adopted a collective bargaining agreement for the Minneapolis Police Officers Federation and updated the vacant building registration ordinance.

• Contract of $1,888,500.50 to Minger Construction Companies for 1st Ave S Roadway Reconstruction
• Contract increase of $2,353,939.80 for 2nd Street North Sanitary Sewer Improvements
• Contract of $614,582 with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for Southwest Pump Station design and construction
• Contract of $255,199 with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Regulatory Services body-worn cameras
• Adoption of an ordinance amending vacant building registration rules

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The Minneapolis Arts Commission met on July 17, 2024, in a regular session with a quorum of members present. The agenda included procedural items such as roll call and scheduling the next meeting, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities held a regular meeting with only procedural actions, including roll call and scheduling the next meeting. No decisions or discussions on disability-related policies or initiatives were listed on the agenda.

Charter Commission Amendment Review Committee

The Charter Commission Amendment Review Committee met on July 16, 2024, to discuss proposed amendments to the Board of Estimate and Taxation, including restoring its size to seven members and renaming it. The committee postponed the matter indefinitely, referring it to the next City Council meeting on July 18, 2024.

• Proposed Charter Amendments related to Board of Estimate and Taxation (CH2024-00007) postponed indefinitely

Ethical Practices Board

The Ethical Practices Board met on July 16, 2024, for a routine session with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. All committee actions were referred to the next City Council meeting on July 18, 2024.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed administrative reforms for city boards and passed a resolution supporting Park Board workers. The body also considered a liquor license revocation for a business on Lake Street.

• Approval of standard bylaws and rules for Appointed Boards and Commissions
• Passage of Resolution in support of Park Board workers
• Consideration of liquor license revocation for La Carreta Restaurant & Bar at 1507 LAKE ST E due to outstanding taxes
• Receipt of the 2023 Annual Report of the Ethical Practices Board

Minneapolis Workforce Development Board

The Minneapolis Workforce Development Board met on July 16, 2024, to conduct procedural business. No substantive decisions or discussions were listed on the agenda beyond roll call and scheduling the next meeting.

Civil Rights Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for decision or discussion.

Civil Rights Commission Workforce & Contract Compliance Subcommittee

The Civil Rights Commission Workforce & Contract Compliance Subcommittee met on July 15, 2024, with a quorum present. The meeting followed procedural rules and included a roll call, but no decisions or discussions were recorded in the agenda.

Civil Rights Commission Community Engagement & Research Subcommittee

The Civil Rights Commission Community Engagement & Research Subcommittee met on July 15, 2024, with a quorum present. No decisions or discussions with local impact were recorded; the meeting followed procedural boilerplate including roll call and legal notice.

Planning Commission

The Minneapolis Planning Commission met on July 15, 2024, with a quorum present. The agenda contained only procedural items, roll call, and legal notices; no ordinances, rezonings, or public hearings were listed for decision or discussion.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to review a project update on the American Rescue Plan Act. The committee also considered a resolution to redistribute Public Safety Aid and Convention Center remodel funds to address public safety needs.

• American Rescue Plan Act Project update (2024-00772)
• Resolution to redistribute Public Safety Aid and Convention Center remodel funds (2024-00651)

54th & Lyndale Special Service District Advisory Board

The advisory board is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on July 12, 2024. The agenda contains procedural information regarding public participation and accessibility.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific substantive items, proposals, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved several funding resolutions and agreements for city projects. These include street lighting replacements, safe routes to school, and railroad warning device upgrades.

• $1,795,393.50 for 2024 Street Lighting Replacement Project
• $465,750 agreement with Hennepin County for Green Central Safe Routes to School Project
• $1,143,109.55 contract with CPKC for Upper Harbor Phase I public infrastructure upgrades
• Increased federal funds for Phillips Neighborhood Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project ($209,557)
• Increased federal funds for Johnson St NE / 35W Project ($485,533)

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific zoning cases, proposals, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council is holding a regular meeting at the Red Leaf Center for Family Healing. The agenda contains procedural information regarding meeting attendance and public record notices.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The committee approved several grants for fire department equipment, school immunizations, and behavioral health services. Members also reviewed reports on police oversight and a police staffing study.

• $2,500 CenterPoint Energy grant for Fire Department glucometer kits
• $529,000 grant application for culturally-specific behavioral health supports
• Agreement with Minneapolis Public Schools for student immunization outreach
• Memorandum of Understanding with Asian Media Access for a performance
• Direction to City Auditor's Office for drug overdose prevention research

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting on July 9, 2024. The provided document contains administrative information and meeting logistics but does not list specific agenda items or proposals.

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

The Community Environmental Advisory Commission is holding a regular meeting on July 9, 2024. The provided document contains procedural information and meeting logistics but does not list specific discussion items or decisions.

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee approved an ordinance for vacant building registration and financial assistance for numerous affordable housing projects. The body also processed multiple liquor license applications and a grant for youth employment financial programming.

• Approved vacant building registration ordinance amending Title 12, Chapter 249
• Approved HCHRA financial assistance for affordable housing projects including Downtown View and The Northview
• Approved $20,000 grant from Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund for Step Up summer youth program
• Denied conditional use permit appeal for light pole heights at 3100 W River Pkwy S
• Set public hearing for July 23 regarding renters rights mandatory disclosure ordinance

Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved proposed comments regarding the Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Blue Line LRT Extension. These comments are authorized for submittal to the Metropolitan Council.

• Blue Line LRT Extension SDEIS comments (2024-00761)

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for decision or discussion.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved several contracts for public works, safety equipment, and community services. The committee also reviewed a proposed collective bargaining agreement with the Minneapolis Police Officers Federation.

• $1,888,500.50 bid for 1st Ave S Roadway Reconstruction
• $200,000 contract for window washing at City Hall and Public Service Building
• $614,582 contract for Southwest Pump Station design and construction
• $255,199 contract for Axon Enterprise body-worn cameras
• $300,000 contract for Lake Street Public Safety Coordinator Pilot Program

Workplace Advisory Committee

This is an agenda for the regular meeting of the Workplace Advisory Committee. The document contains procedural information regarding meeting attendance and public recording policies.

City Council

The City Council approved several large infrastructure contracts and legal settlements. The body also authorized 2025 budget priorities for the Mayor's recommended budget and approved various liquor licenses and land sales.

• Contract of $12,986,332 to Sheehy Construction Company for Minneapolis Convention Center Meeting Room Remodel - Phase 2
• Contract of $2,478,438.50 to New Look Contracting for Johnson St. NE & 35W Reconstruction
• Contract of $1,588,800 to CDM Smith for Northeast High Service Pump Station Design Services
• Sale of 1828 Dupont Ave N to The 927 Building, LLC for $2,000
• Approval of up to $10 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds and $1.5 million in taxable notes for Augsburg University

Minneapolis Community Development Agency

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion were listed.

Dinkytown Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda contains procedural information regarding the upcoming advisory board meeting. No specific business items or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Pedestrian Advisory Committee is holding its regular meeting on June 27, 2024. The agenda contains procedural information regarding meeting attendance and public notice requirements.

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The provided document contains only procedural information and meeting logistics. There are no specific legislative items, projects, or discussions listed in the text.

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, projects, or decisions were listed for discussion.

City Council Policy Roundtable

The City Council Policy Roundtable met to receive and file a report regarding programs, services, and partnerships for local immigrants and newcomer communities in Minneapolis.

• Received and filed report on immigration policy (2024-00707)

Uptown Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, proposals, or decisions are listed.

Public Health Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, proposals, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved several infrastructure bids including road reconstruction and sanitary sewer projects. The committee also authorized multiple legal and workers' compensation settlements and various vendor contracts.

• Johnson St. NE & 35W Reconstruction bid: $2,478,438.50
• Farview North ADA Ped Ramp Improvements bid: $665,098
• Northeast High Service Pump Station Design Services contract: $1,588,800
• Legal settlement for Mohammed and Nadia Quttaineh: $70,000 total
• Workers' compensation settlement for Ryan Knoll: $135,000

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved a Memorandum of Agreement with 15 partners for a Commercial Energy Efficiency cost share program funded by an EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant. The body also authorized a five-year agreement for waste and recycling services at residential parks.

• Memorandum of Agreement with 15 partners for an EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant
• Five-year revenue-only memorandum of understanding with Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board for solid waste and recycling services
• 2023 annual reports and year-end budget procedures for 15 Special Service Districts
• Advisory Board appointments for 54th & Lyndale, Dinkytown, Lowry Hill, and Stadium Village Special Service Districts

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing recommendations from various city committees to prepare for the next full council meeting on June 27, 2024. This meeting serves as a review process for reports from administration, budget, housing, infrastructure, and safety committees.

• Review of Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee report (Jun 18, 2024)
• Review of Budget Committee report (Jun 24, 2024)
• Review of Business, Housing & Zoning Committee report (Jun 18, 2024)
• Review of Climate & Infrastructure Committee report (Jun 25, 2024)
• Review of Public Health & Safety Committee report (Jun 20, 2024)

Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the text.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to adjust grant allocations and establish fiscal-year 2025 priorities for the Mayor's recommended budget. The committee also discussed a new Deputy Commissioner position in the Health Department.

• Approved budget adjustments for CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA grants
• Shifted $25,082 for Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid from Health to Community Planning & Economic Development
• Proposed Deputy Commissioner of Public Health Initiatives and Operations position with salary range $153,750 to $182,259
• Approved transmission of City Council fiscal-year 2025 priorities to the Mayor
• Continued Public Safety Aid reallocation discussion to July 15, 2024

Civil Rights Commission Workforce & Contract Compliance Subcommittee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific substantive items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Civil Rights Commission Community Engagement & Research Subcommittee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Civil Rights Commission

The Civil Rights Commission is scheduled to hold a regular meeting at the Public Service Building. The agenda contains procedural information regarding public recording and accessibility accommodations.

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee met to discuss the City Auditor recruitment process and received an update report from the Office of City Auditor. The committee also approved a change to the 2024 Risk-Based Integrated Audit Plan regarding neighborhood safety.

• Amendment to 2024 Risk-Based Integrated Audit Plan: Neighborhood Safety Contract and Grant Management Audit
• Discussion of City Auditor recruitment process
• Report of City Auditor update

Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

West Broadway Improvement Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, proposals, or decisions were listed for discussion.

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several state grants for emergency preparedness and opioid recovery research. The body also directed the City Auditor's Office to conduct landscape analyses on drug pricing programs and sexually oriented business regulations.

• Grant application to MPCA for local biochar production site development not to exceed $750,000
• Minnesota Department of Health grant of $396,000 for Safe Recovery Sites research
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness grant of $327,114
• Public Health Response Sustainability grant of $317,628
• Directives for City Auditor's Office to analyze 340B Drug Pricing and sexually oriented business regulations

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items are listed for decision or discussion.

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific zoning cases, variances, or substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

Ethical Practices Board

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee discussed several high-value infrastructure bids and a collective bargaining agreement for the Minneapolis Police Officers Federation. All listed action items were referred to the June 25, 2024 meeting.

• Proposed $12,986,332 contract with Sheehy Construction Company for Minneapolis Convention Center Meeting Room Remodel - Phase 2
• Proposed $2,478,438.50 bid for Johnson St. NE & 35W Reconstruction
• Proposed $1,588,800 contract with CDM Smith for Northeast High Service Pump Station Design Services
• Proposed collective bargaining agreement with the Minneapolis Police Officers Federation for Jan 1, 2023, through Dec 31, 2025
• Settlements for workers' compensation claims ranging from $100,000 to $135,000 for five individuals

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee met to review several property transactions, licensing applications, and city appointments. Key actions included approving a land sale at 1828 Dupont Ave N and authorizing bond issuances for Augsburg University.

• Land sale of 1828 Dupont Ave N to The 927 Building, LLC for $2,000
• Issuance of up to $10 million in revenue bonds and $1.5 million in taxable notes for Augsburg University
• Pre-development forgivable loan not to exceed $250,000 for Tending the Soil MN
• Approval of multiple liquor, gambling, and sidewalk cafe licenses
• Approval of various appointments to the African American Heritage Work Group and Minneapolis Workforce Development Board

Heritage Preservation Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions were listed for action.

City Council

The City Council approved multiple infrastructure bids, including a large-scale remodel of the Minneapolis Convention Center. The body also authorized various professional service contracts, liquor licenses, and the establishment of a City Attorney position.

• Contract for Minneapolis Convention Center Meeting Room Remodel - Phase 2 with Sheehy Construction Company for $12,986,332
• Contract for 35th/36th St E/W Reconstruction Project with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for $3,607,560
• Bid for Green Central Safe Routes to School Project with Thomas and Sons Construction Inc. for $2,149,486.10
• Bid for Refuse Packer bodies and Tipper assemblies with ABM Equipment and Supply, LLC for $1,334,774
• Establishment of City Attorney position with a salary range of $201,412 to $238,761

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for decision or discussion.

Eat Street Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific housing policies, contracts, or ordinances were listed for decision or discussion.

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided record.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole received a briefing regarding a proposed collective bargaining agreement with the Minneapolis Police Officers Federation. This item was referred to the June 13, 2024, Council meeting.

• Proposed collective bargaining agreement: Minneapolis Police Officers Federation (2024-00312)

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items are listed for decision or discussion.

West Broadway Improvement Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Northside Green Zone Task Force

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or proposals are listed for decision or discussion.

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Southside Green Zone Council

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions were listed for action.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved two grant agreements from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development. The body also received a briefing on a proposed police bargaining agreement, which was postponed to the next meeting.

• $8,000,000 grant from the State of Minnesota for the Lake Street Fund
• $2,000,000 grant for property acquisition at 1860 28th St E and 2717 Longfellow Ave
• Briefing on the Minneapolis Police Officers Federation collective bargaining agreement (postponed)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee approved the establishment of a City Attorney position and transmitted budget recommendations for the Legislative Department. The committee also approved the equalization of assessed valuations for real and personal property.

• Establishment of City Attorney position with a salary range of $201,412 to $238,761
• Approval of 2025-2026 budget recommendations for the Legislative Department
• Approval of the 2024 Local Board of Appeal and Equalization report and property valuation equalization
• Postponement of Public Safety Aid reallocation to June 24, 2024
• Continuation of 2025 City Council budget priorities to June 24, 2024

Workplace Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or proposals are listed for decision or discussion.

Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific substantive items, proposals, or decisions are listed for this meeting.

Lowry Hill Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda contains procedural information regarding the upcoming advisory board meeting. No specific business items or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved several block event permits and infrastructure grants. The body authorized a grant application for resilience hubs and a memorandum for building performance policy development.

• Accepted $665,098 MnDOT grant for ADA ramps in the Farview South Residential Project
• Authorized grant application to the EPA for up to $3,000,000 annually over three years for three Resilience Hubs
• Approved MOU with Institute for Market Transformation for the Supporting Equitable Building Performance Project
• Approved block event permits for Taste of Minnesota, Prince Celebration, Promenade Du Nord, Thursdays Downtown, Annual Saloon Pride Block Party, and Flip Zone
• Approved deviations from Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for road closures and operating hours for listed block events

Zoning Board of Adjustment

This is the agenda for the regular meeting of the Minneapolis Zoning Board of Adjustment. The document contains procedural information regarding meeting attendance and public participation rules.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items were listed for decision or discussion.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved a grant for mental health services at school-based clinics. The body also referred ordinances regarding street vending and civil rights to staff and received reports on childcare and community safety.

• Approved $28,000 grant from Hennepin County for mental health services at Health Department School-Based Clinics
• Referred Sidewalk Cart and Street Vending Program ordinance (2024-00561) to staff
• Referred civil rights ordinance (2024-00563) to staff
• Received report on municipal childcare (2024-00167)
• Received update on South Minneapolis Community Safety Center/3rd Precinct Facility (2024-00116)

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances were listed for decision or discussion.

Intergovernmental Relations Committee

The Intergovernmental Relations Committee met to approve resolutions regarding liquor licensing and federal legislation. The body also received an update on federal and state actions affecting the city.

• Approval of liquor licenses for caterers and contractors at Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board premises (2024-00642)
• Resolution supporting the Brittany Clardy Missing and Murdered Black Women and Girls Act / Congressional Bill H.R. 6828 (2024-00643)
• Receipt and filing of 2024 Federal/State legislative update (2024-00183)

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee approved various liquor and gambling licenses and authorized funding for the Business Technical Assistance Program. The body also approved a rezoning for properties on Van Buren St NE and Summer St NE and directed staff to analyze commercial-to-residential conversions.

• Approved rezoning of multiple properties on Van Buren St NE and 901 Summer St NE to the BFI3 Interior 3 Built Form Overlay District
• Authorized Business Technical Assistance Program (BTAP) contracts, including $40,000 each to Davis Law Office PLLC, Lake Street Council, and Mni Sota Fund
• Approved up to $450,000 in 2022 Emergency Solutions Grant funds for rapid rehousing and shelter operations
• Authorized exclusive development rights for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board for a community garden pilot program at seven City-owned parcels
• Set public hearings for June 18 regarding a land sale at 1828 Dupont Ave N and $10 million in bonds for Augsburg University

Heritage Preservation Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved several high-value construction bids and service contracts. The body also authorized multiple gift acceptances for staff travel and a legal settlement.

• Approved $12,986,332 bid to Sheehy Construction Company for Minneapolis Convention Center Meeting Room Remodel - Phase 2
• Approved $3,607,560 contract with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for 35th/36th Street E/W Reconstruction Project
• Approved $2,149,486.10 bid to Thomas and Sons Construction Inc. for Green Central Safe Routes to School Project
• Approved $1,334,774 bid to ABM Equipment and Supply, LLC for Refuse Packer bodies and Tipper assemblies
• Approved $60,000 legal settlement for claim of Dennis Stawski v City of Minneapolis

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The Community Commission on Police Oversight is holding its regular meeting on June 3, 2024. The agenda contains procedural information regarding public recording and accessibility requirements.

48th & Chicago Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific legislative items, contracts, or proposals are listed for decision or discussion.

Public Health Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public health initiatives were listed for decision or discussion.

City Council

The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, legal settlements, and the sale of multiple properties under the Minneapolis Homes Financing program. The body also established new appointed positions within the Neighborhood Safety Department and the Office of City Clerk.

• Contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. for Logan Park Industrial design services for $1,565,204
• Contract with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for Climate Legacy Initiative Implementation Group for $500,000
• Legal settlements totaling $172,500 for cases involving Mai Vue Thao, Said Abdullahi, and Kristine Barfknecht
• Sale of multiple properties for $1 via the Minneapolis Homes Financing program to various entities
• Establishment of Deputy Director and Associate Director positions in the Neighborhood Safety Department

Linden Hills Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion.

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items were listed for decision or discussion.

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, projects, or decisions were listed for discussion.

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items are listed in the provided text.

Minneapolis Workforce Development Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or discussion items are listed.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved two contracts for Minneapolis Police Department software and a resolution regarding Temporary Protected Status for Ecuadorians. The body also reviewed reports from several city oversight committees.

• Contract with Benchmark Holdco, LLC for an MPD early intervention system: $2,375,000
• Contract with Oxcyon, Inc. for MPD policy management software: $272,500
• Resolution calling on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to designate Ecuador for Temporary Protected Status

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, votes, or discussion topics are listed.

Planning Commission

This is a notice for the regular meeting of the Planning Commission. The agenda contains procedural information regarding meeting attendance and accessibility.

Civil Rights Commission Community Engagement & Research Subcommittee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee approved the establishment of several appointed positions and their corresponding salary schedules. The committee also received reports on 2025-2026 budget estimates and Mayor Frey's budget priorities.

• Deputy Director Neighborhood Safety position: $120,777 to $143,173 salary range
• Three Associate Director Neighborhood Safety positions: $111,419 to $132,083 salary range
• City Clerk position: $178,428 to $211,515 salary range
• Legislative Department 2025-2026 budget recommendations postponed to June 10, 2024

Civil Rights Commission Workforce & Contract Compliance Subcommittee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Civil Rights Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved several infrastructure projects, including street resurfacing and sewer improvements. The body also confirmed appointments for the Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Community Environmental Advisory commissions.

• Approval of $786,667.02 in special assessments for Whittier North Residential Resurfacing (Project No. 2362D)
• Cooperative agreement with Metropolitan Council Environmental Services for up to $3,500,000 for 2nd St N and 1st Ave S projects
• Authorization to negotiate easements for the 2024-2025 Highway Safety Improvement Program at 12 intersections
• Approval of appointments for the Bicycle Advisory, Pedestrian Advisory, and Community Environmental Advisory commissions
• Authorization to apply for a Federal Department of Energy C-SITE grant for residential energy efficiency

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific zoning cases, ordinances, or contracts are listed for decision or discussion.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items were listed for decision or discussion.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee considered appointments, contract amendments for emergency services, and labor reports. The body also set a public comment period for municipal childcare.

• Appointment of Michelle Phillips as Civil Rights Director
• $45,000 increase to contract #COM0002708 for Police Bomb Unit out-state mitigation services
• 3-month extension of the 2022 Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) grant agreement
• Direction to calculate fees related to off-duty police work
• Public comment period for municipal childcare set for June 5, 2024

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings were listed for decision or discussion.

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee met to appoint an interim leader for the city's auditing office. The committee also authorized the start of a recruitment search for a permanent replacement.

• Designation of Siddhartha Poudyal as Interim City Auditor beginning May 15, 2024
• Authorization for Audit Committee Chair to coordinate a recruitment search with the City Clerk and Human Resources Department

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee approved several dozen property sales through the Minneapolis Homes: Financing program for $1 each. The committee also approved various liquor licenses, a ride share worker protection ordinance, and several development loans.

• Sale of multiple properties via Minneapolis Homes: Financing program for $1 each
• Creation of a $750,000 Minneapolis Homes: Financing Contingency Funding Pool
• Approval of Transportation ride share worker protections ordinance
• $240,000 Ownership and Opportunity Fund loan for 2933 Lyndale Ave S
• $750,000 Ownership and Opportunity Fund loan for 1827 44th Ave N

Heritage Preservation Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions were listed for this session.

Community Commission on Police Oversight

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, votes, or discussion topics are listed.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved several infrastructure contracts, legal settlements, and violence prevention service agreements. The body also directed an independent evaluation of the city's ShotSpotter data.

• Contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. for $1,565,204 for Logan Park Industrial project design
• Contract amendment for Hennepin Ave S Street Reconstruction Project increasing total to $34,764,804.75
• Legal settlements totaling $172,500 for cases including Mai Vue Thao and Said Abdullahi
• 14 contracts for 2024 Violence Prevention Services with various vendors
• Contract with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for $500,000 for the Climate Legacy Initiative Implementation Group

Workplace Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Planning Commission

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, ordinances, or decisions are listed for action.

City Council

The City Council adopted a wide range of contracts for community partnership projects, developer technical assistance, and city maintenance. The body also approved several gift acceptances for staff travel and a legal settlement regarding vacant building registration fees.

• Approved 41 Partnership Engagement Fund contracts, mostly for $25,000 each, for youth, health, and civic programs
• Authorized a $400,000 contract with Minneapolis Downtown Council for the Vibrant Downtown Storefronts initiative
• Accepted a bid from Hawkins, Incorporated for Liquid Chlorine estimated at $1,076,500
• Approved a $259,000 contract with Core Mechanical Services LLC for sanitary waste piping at Target Center
• Settled Steven Meldahl v. City of Minneapolis by canceling vacant building registration fees for 2942 Dupont Ave N and 2815 14th Ave S

Neighborhood Revitalization Program Policy Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee held a special meeting on May 9, 2024. The provided document contains procedural information and member attendance but does not list any specific topics or actions for discussion.

Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

The agenda for this meeting is procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or proposals were listed for discussion or decision.

Northside Green Zone Task Force

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. It lists a call to order and a roll call.

Southside Green Zone Council

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions were listed for action.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items are listed for decision or discussion.

Central Avenue Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or proposals are listed for decision or discussion.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved a contract for youth and cultural outreach and updated council appointments to city boards. The body also reviewed reports from several oversight committees to prepare for the May 9 council meeting.

• Contract with Somali Youth Link for $300,000 for cultural and youth specific outreach services
• Resolution amending appointments to the Minneapolis/St. Paul Family Housing Fund
• Resolution amending appointments to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed Policy Steering Committee

Heritage Preservation Commission

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, proposals, or decisions are listed for action.

Community Environmental Advisory Commission

This is a notice for the regular meeting of the Community Environmental Advisory Commission. The agenda contains procedural information regarding meeting attendance and public participation rules.

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to discuss the establishment of an appointed Director position within the Civil Rights Department. The committee approved the position's classification and salary range.

• Establishment of Civil Rights Director position (2024-00500) with a salary range of $176,029 - $208,671

Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific policy items, rezonings, or contracts are listed for decision or discussion.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee approved several street resurfacing projects and stormwater management grants. The body also authorized block event permits and appointments for the Southside Green Zone.

• Approved $317,227.02 in assessments for 11th Ave S resurfacing and $159,499.94 for 29th Ave NE resurfacing
• Approved $753,144.17 in assessments for Lowry Ave NE Phase I Street Reconstruction
• Accepted MWMO grants of $202,205 for Green Central Safe Routes to School and $315,350 for Phillips Traffic Safety Improvements
• Authorized a $2,353,837.99 inter-fund loan for the Dowling Avenue North/Port of Minneapolis Drive project
• Approved block event permits for Art-A-Whirl, Edina Art Fair, and Warehouse District Live

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific zoning cases, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, proposals, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy decisions are listed for discussion.

50th & France Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several grants for police training and community officers, as well as a joint agreement for social worker services. The body also received presentations on low-barrier shelters and environmental health inspections.

• Joint Powers Agreement with Hennepin County for social worker services not to exceed $295,569.00
• OJP ICPOET grant of $99,999.42 for Minneapolis Police Department cadet education
• OJP Pathways to Policing grant of $73,084.22 for four Community Service Officers
• Agreement with Idea Analytics for the Smart Policing Initiative Grant Program
• Youth Intervention Programming grant of $150,000 for the Neighborhood Safety Department (sent forward without recommendation)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission met to receive a petition for a charter amendment regarding community police control. The body also approved a recommendation to set a public hearing on moving municipal elections to even-numbered years.

• Approved petition from Twin Cities Coalition 4 Justice for an all-elected Civilian Police Accountability Commission (CPAC)
• Approved recommendation to set a public hearing on moving municipal elections to even-numbered years

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee approved several liquor and business licenses, land sales, and housing bonds. The body also scheduled public hearings for May 14 regarding HUD plans, property sales, and ride-share worker protections.

• Approved Tax-Exempt Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds up to $31,000,000 for Northrup King Residential project at 1460 and 1464 Van Buren St NE
• Approved sale of vacated right of way at approximately 2300 15th Ave S to Minnesota Indian Women's Resource Center for $1
• Approved various liquor licenses including The Lowry (2112 Hennepin Ave) and Lynette (3753 42nd Ave S)
• Set May 14 public hearings for 2024 HUD Consolidated Plan Action Plan and Transportation ride share worker protections ordinance
• Approved program changes to the Perpetually Affordable Housing program

Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions are listed in the provided record.

Heritage Preservation Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific substantive items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved several city contracts, including funding for downtown storefronts and a wide array of Partnership Engagement Fund projects. The body also authorized bids for liquid chlorine and sanitary piping replacement at the Target Center.

• Contract with Minneapolis Downtown Council for Vibrant Downtown Storefronts initiative: $400,000
• Bid for Liquid Chlorine from Hawkins, Incorporated: estimated $1,076,500
• Bid for Target Center Sanitary Replacement, Phase 2 from Core Mechanical Services LLC: $259,000
• 41 separate contracts for Partnership Engagement Fund projects, mostly $25,000 each
• Contract increase for Kevitt Excavating, LLC for Alley Snow Plowing: $356,000

City Council

The City Council approved several infrastructure bids, including a major sidewalk replacement program and pedestrian ramp upgrades. The body also authorized various contract increases for street and terminal construction and approved multiple liquor license applications and renewals.

• 2024 Concrete Sidewalk Replacement Program contract with Standard Sidewalk, Inc. for $3,330,430
• St Anthony ADA Pedestrian Ramps replacement contract with Concrete Idea, Inc. for $257,253
• Stormwater Pond Vegetation Management contract with Landbridge Ecological Inc. for $374,000
• Legal settlement payment of $150,000 to Donald Williams
• Land sale of 2106 and 2110 Penn Ave N to Envision Communities, Inc. for $20,200 each

Board of Estimate and Taxation

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Bicycle Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or proposals were listed for decision or discussion.

Lyndale-Lake Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No substantive items for decision or discussion are listed in the provided text.

Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items were listed for decision or discussion.

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed updates on renter protections and transportation network company expenses. The body approved a concept plan for city property at 3000 Minnehaha Ave and authorized a response to a Sundance Institute Request for Information.

• Approved Minnehaha 3000 Draft Concept Plan for 3000 Minnehaha Ave for Election and Voter Services and ground-floor community use
• Authorized staff to submit a Request for Information (RFI) response and data handling contract with the Sundance Institute
• Received and filed an update on renter protections, eviction diversion, and anti-displacement programs
• Referred the New Nicollet Ave concept layout and easement acquisition to the May 2 CI meeting
• Referred the TNC vehicle and operating expenses analysis to the April 30 BHZ meeting

Planning Commission

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific items for decision or discussion are listed in the text.

Public Health Advisory Committee

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific policy items, decisions, or discussion topics were listed for this meeting.

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee met to review risk assessments and auditor reports. The body approved the 2024 Risk-Based Integrated Audit Plan and received the 2024 Enterprise Risk Assessment Report.

• Approval of the 2024 Risk-Based Integrated Audit Plan (AU2024-00004)
• Receipt and filing of the 2024 Enterprise Risk Assessment Report
• Receipt and filing of the Office of City Auditor's work in progress update (AU2024-00003)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee met to approve the establishment of two appointed city positions and one committee reappointment. These actions include setting salary ranges for new roles in the Police and Finance departments.

• Establishment of Director MPD Training position with a salary range of $124,787 to $147,927
• Establishment of Senior Manager Banking Investments and Debt position with a salary range of $115,876 to $137,363
• Reappointment of Erica Mauter to the Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

Chicago-Lake Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific substantive items, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Climate & Infrastructure Committee

The Climate & Infrastructure Committee considered the appointment of a Public Works Director and various street reconstruction and resurfacing projects. The body also authorized grant applications for energy efficiency and weatherization.

• Approved nomination of Timothy Sexton as Public Works Director
• Approved $607,289.74 in assessments for Douglas North Residential Resurfacing
• Approved $479,592.18 in assessments for Near North Residential Resurfacing
• Approved $47,040.66 in assessments for Fremont Alley Reconstruction
• Authorized EPA grant applications for home weatherization and commercial energy efficiency

Zoning Board of Adjustment

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and administrative information. No specific zoning cases, ordinances, or projects are listed for decision or discussion.

Southside Green Zone Council

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances were listed for decision or discussion.

Public Health & Safety Committee

The Public Health & Safety Committee approved several grants and contracts, including funding for forestry and labor standards enforcement. The body also received presentations on drug pricing and tobacco prevention.

• Approved $8 million US Department of Agriculture grant for Urban & Community Forestry
• Approved $225,000 contract increase for Centro de Trabajadores Unidos en la Lucha (CTUL), totaling $2,406,910
• Approved $19,200 Mississippi Watershed Management Organization grant for erosion and sediment control interns
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Saint Paul for transfer of civil rights cases
• Approved sponsorship of National Night Out in Minneapolis

Charter Commission Even Year Elections Work Group

The Charter Commission Even Year Elections Work Group met to discuss amending the City Charter. The group approved a recommendation for the Charter Commission to hold a public hearing regarding the move of municipal elections to even-numbered years.

• Approved recommendation for a public hearing on moving municipal elections to even-numbered years (CH2022-00005)

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Minneapolis Arts Commission

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items, decisions, or proposals are listed in the provided text.

Local Board of Appeal and Equalization

The meeting for the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization on April 16, 2024, was an adjourned meeting. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items for decision or discussion.

Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

The Business, Housing & Zoning Committee approved several property sales, including a redevelopment agreement for Penn Ave N. The committee also authorized various liquor and gambling license actions, debt modifications for Dundry House, and legal service contracts.

• Sale of 2106 and 2110 Penn Ave N to Envision Communities, Inc. or a related entity
• Forgiveness of $663,905 in Affordable Housing Trust Fund debt for Dundry House
• Contract with Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid up to $500,000 for renter legal services
• Approval of Hazel's Northeast on sale liquor license at 2859 Johnson St NE
• Environmental grant applications totaling over $1 million for various projects

Heritage Preservation Commission

The Heritage Preservation Commission is holding its regular meeting on April 16, 2024. The provided document contains the meeting logistics and administrative information but does not list specific agenda items or proposals.

Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

The Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee approved several infrastructure bids, contract amendments, and travel gift acceptances. The body also authorized funding for 2024 Open Streets events and a legal settlement.

• Approved $3,330,430 contract with Standard Sidewalk, Inc. for the 2024 Concrete Sidewalk Replacement Program
• Approved $400,000 bid for Equix Integrity, Inc. for Small Diameter Pipe Cleaning and Televising
• Approved $150,000 legal settlement for Donald Williams v. City of Minneapolis, et al
• Authorized three $50,000 contracts for Open Streets events on Lyndale Ave S, West Broadway, and Nicollet Ave
• Approved $257,253 bid for Concrete Idea, Inc. to replace non-ADA compliant pedestrian ramps at St Anthony

Civil Rights Commission Standards & Procedures Subcommittee

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Civil Rights Commission Community Engagement & Research Subcommittee

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Community Commission on Police Oversight

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Civil Rights Commission

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Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee

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City Council

The City Council adopted numerous high-value contracts for city maintenance, including water main cleaning and bridge reconstruction. The meeting also addressed law enforcement oversight, various community project funds, and several liquor license actions.

• 1st Ave S Bridge Reconstruction Project: $10,278,735.84 contract with Kraemer North America LLC
• 2024 Water Main Cleaning and Lining: $5,656,355 bid from Michels Trenchless, Inc.
• UKG, Inc. timekeeping software contract: up to $4,647,930.94
• Sanitary Manhole Multi-Layer Polymeric Lining: $1,078,935 bid from R&H Painting
• ADA Pedestrian Ramps in Pennhurst Residential: $737,534 bid from Concrete Idea, Inc.

Minneapolis Community Development Agency

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East Lake Special Service District Advisory Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Aging

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific policy items, contracts, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.

Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing

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Planning Commission Committee of the Whole

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Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council

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Budget Committee

The Budget Committee approved several debt service payments for water and sewer funds and authorized the rollover of unspent 2023 appropriations. The committee also approved appointments for the Local Board of Appeal and Equalization and a legislative directive for biannual personnel reports.

• Approved $859,074.50 for Surface Water and Sewer - Sanitary Fund
• Approved $1,158,099.76 for Surface Water and Sewer - Stormwater Fund
• Approved $2,344,924.50 for the Water Fund
• Approved $2,395,150 for the 2023 Improvement Bond Debt Service Fund
• Approved rollover of unspent 2023 appropriations to 2024

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole reviewed updates regarding the future use of 3000 Minnehaha Ave. The committee also considered a $1,000,000 contract for police misconduct investigations.

• Draft Concept Plan for 3000 Minnehaha Ave (continued to April 23)
• Longfellow Community Council update on 3000 Minnehaha engagement
• Anti-displacement and eviction prevention policy update (postponed to April 23)
• $1,000,000 contract with Wiley Reber Law PC for police misconduct investigations
• Legislative directive regarding City property and voter services (continued to April 23)

Workplace Advisory Committee

The Workplace Advisory Committee is holding its regular meeting on April 8, 2024. The agenda contains procedural information regarding meeting attendance and public participation.

Planning Commission

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