St. Paul public meetings in 2022

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will hold a closed meeting to discuss the pending litigation Cullars-Doty, et al v. City, et al. This session is being conducted pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(b).

• Closed session discussion regarding pending litigation: Cullars-Doty, et al v. City, et al

City Council

The City Council is reviewing budget reallocations for the Fire Department and Public Works. The meeting also includes decisions on various liquor licenses, property assessments, and a public hearing regarding a new reparations commission.

• Final adoption of an ordinance allowing restaurants to serve until 1:00 a.m. on January 1st
• Public hearing for the Saint Paul Recovery Act Community Reparations Commission
• Approval of property clean-up and lead water service line replacement assessments
• Liquor license applications for businesses at 1571 Grand Avenue and 1415 University Avenue West
• Agreement with the City of Hastings for traffic and lighting maintenance

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying several special tax assessments for specific properties. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations, vehicle abatement orders, and fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties on Maryland Ave E, Mound St, Nebraska Ave E, Sherburne Ave, and White Bear Ave N.
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments for September 2022.
• Appeal of a summary abatement order at 663 Lafond Avenue.
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration notices for Euclid St, Fifth St E, Jenks Ave, and Saratoga St S.
• Appeal of a fire certificate of occupancy correction notice at 884 Laurel Avenue.

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee is meeting to receive several city updates. These include reports from Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health and discussions regarding opioid policy and infectious diseases.

• Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health update (SR 22-218)
• Environmental Service Center update
• Opioid policy update
• Infectious disease updates

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to allow restaurants to serve food until 1:00 a.m. on January 1st. The council will also reconsider $767,266 in grant funds for the curbside recycling program and set 2023 recycling service fees. Other items include trail agreements with Ramsey County and the creation of a reparations commission.

• Ordinance to allow restaurants to serve food until 1:00 a.m. on January 1st
• Reconsideration of $767,266 in SCORE grant funds for curbside recycling
• Cooperative agreements with Ramsey County for Como Avenue and Johnson Parkway Trail Projects
• Establishment of the Saint Paul Recovery Act Community Reparations Commission
• Approval of 2023 election polling locations

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is considering several resolutions regarding bond issuances for charter school and multifamily housing projects. The meeting also includes discussions on modifying municipal parking ramp agreements and authorizing a land transfer to Concordia University.

• Bond issuance for The Higher Ground Academy Charter School at 1381 Marshall Avenue
• Modifications to management agreements for five municipal parking ramps
• Preliminary approval of bonds for Plato Apartments at Farwell Yards
• Preliminary approval of bonds for Sibley Court and Sibley Park Apartments
• Transfer of a vacant lot at 410 Griggs to Concordia University

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding water infrastructure, funding, and service agreements. Key items include a budget amendment for the McCarron’s Treatment Plant Improvement Project and grant pass-throughs for the Wilkinson Lake BMP Project. The meeting also includes a recommendation for new water revenue bond issuance.

• Recommendation for the issuance of Series 2023 Water Revenue and Refunding Bonds
• Budget amendment for the McCarron’s Treatment Plant Improvement Project
• Grant funding pass-through to VLAWMO for the Wilkinson Lake BMP Project
• Lease agreement to install AMI equipment on City siren poles
• Private Water Main Agreement with Thompson Square Townhome Association

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review several orders regarding the rehabilitation or removal of structures at various city properties. The agenda also includes appeals for vehicle abatements, vacant building registrations, and fire certificate revocations.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 523 Beaumont St and 1501 Clarence St
• Order for the removal of structures at 1600 7th Street West
• Appeals to summary abatement orders at 308 Superior St and 5 George St W
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration notices at 1219 Fifth St E and 1093 Euclid St
• Appeals of Fire Certificate of Occupancy revocations at 510 Snelling Ave N and 492 Prior Ave N

Licensing Hearing

The St. Paul Licensing Hearing will discuss a gambling location license application for Revelry LLC, doing business as Brunson’s Pub. The discussion includes review of the application summary and associated documentation.

• Gambling Location License Application for Brunson’s Pub (Revelry LLC)

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will discuss a Class N license application for Real Big Huge Brewing Company, doing business as Wabasha Brewing Company. The review includes supporting documents such as floor plans and incident reports.

• Class N License Application for Real Big Huge Brewing Company (d/b/a Wabasha Brewing Company)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review various appealed special tax assessments for properties across Saint Paul. The meeting also includes ratifying assessment rolls for services such as vacant building registration, emergency boarding, and tree removal.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 1674 Orange Avenue East
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 2149 Geranium Avenue East
• Ratification of assessments for vacant building registration fees
• Ratification of assessments for emergency boarding services
• Ratification of assessments for removal of diseased or dangerous trees

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the 2023 municipal budget and certify the annual property tax levy. The agenda also includes a proposal to transfer $42,025,497 in American Rescue Plan funds for modernization and stabilization.

• Adoption of the 2023 City Budget and Tax Levy
• Transfer of $42,025,497 in American Rescue Plan funds
• Ordinance allowing restaurants to serve food until 1:00 a.m. on January 1st
• Approval of sidewalk infrastructure permits at the Ford (Highland Bridge) Site
• Setting 2023 rates for water, sewer, and storm sewer services

Library Board

The Library Board will consider adopting the 2023 budget and requesting property tax financing. The board will also discuss a finding to eliminate fees for faxing at Saint Paul Public Libraries. Additionally, members will review a proposal to write off library debt for 2022.

• Adoption of the 2023 Library Budget and request for property tax financing
• Eliminating fees for faxing at Saint Paul Public Libraries
• Approval of a library debt write-off for 2022
• Approval of August and September 2022 meeting minutes

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board will consider a resolution to approve the final 2023 HRA budget. This item also includes certifying the final HRA property tax levy payable in 2023.

• Resolution 22-1820 approving the final 2023 HRA budget
• Certification of the final 2023 HRA property tax levy

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is conducting a final public hearing regarding the proposed 2023 budget and tax levy. This session is part of the 'Truth in Taxation' process.

• Final Hearing on the proposed 2023 Budget and Tax Levy (PH 22-4)

Legislative Hearings

The scheduled legislative hearings for December 6, 2022, were canceled. The agenda included items regarding special tax assessments and orders to vacate, but no business was conducted or decided.

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application summary for David A Heu, doing business as Fun Auto. The agenda includes supporting documentation such as site plans and zoning maps.

• License Application SR 22-201 for David A Heu (d/b/a Fun Auto)

Audit Committee

The St. Paul Audit Committee meeting includes roll call and a discussion of item SR 22-212. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Discussion of SR 22-212

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing includes a review of license application SR 22-200 for Black Hart of Saint Paul LLC. The agenda lists various supporting documents and objections related to the application.

• License application SR 22-200 for Black Hart of Saint Paul LLC (d/b/a The Black Hart Of Saint Paul)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review several requests regarding property maintenance, including orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures. The agenda also includes appeals related to nuisance abatements, vehicle abatement, and water bill disputes. These hearings address code compliance and safety at various city properties.

• Denying a stay of enforcement for demolition at 587 Cook Avenue East
• Ordering the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 771 Iowa Avenue West
• Ordering the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 1802 Ross Avenue
• Reviewing a potential stay of enforcement for demolition at 1722 Reaney Avenue
• Appealing a water service bill for 401 Robert Street North

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will consider an appeal by Tiffany Lee concerning a Correction Notice and ReInspection Complaint for 955 Albemarle Street. This matter includes an order to vacate the property.

• Appeal of Tiffany Lee regarding a Correction Notice-ReInspection Complaint at 955 Albemarle Street
• Order to vacate related to Fire Certificate of Occupancy

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss the proposed 2023 budget for the Office of Technology and Communications. The committee will also receive an update on the 2023 proposed budget process.

• Proposed 2023 budget presentation for the Office of Technology and Communications
• Update on the 2023 proposed budget process

City Council

The City Council will consider the appointment of Axel Henry as Chief of Police and an appeal regarding a building project at Pigs Eye Lake Island. The agenda also includes the transfer of $4,650,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for family and business support.

• Transfer of $4,650,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for family and business support
• Appointment of Axel Henry as Chief of Police
• Rezoning of 909 Selby Avenue and 912 Selby Avenue to T2 traditional neighborhood
• Transfer of $1,260,214 in CDBG funds for the Keystone Community Food Center
• Acceptance of a $150,000 McKnight Foundation Climate and Energy Program Grant

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying special tax assessments for property clean up services performed in August 2022. The meeting also includes appeals regarding nuisance and vehicle abatement orders at several locations.

• Ratification of property clean up tax assessments (File Nos. J2305A and J2306A)
• Appeal of a correction notice and vacate order for 955 Albemarle Street
• Nuisance abatement finding for 769 Hague Avenue
• Appeal of vehicle and summary abatement orders for 202 Goodrich Avenue
• Appeal of a vehicle abatement order for 1072 Third Street East

Licensing Hearing

The hearing includes a review of a Class N license application for Em Que Viet LLC, doing business as Em Que Viet Restaurant & Bar. The agenda contains supporting documentation including floor plans and zoning maps.

• Class N license application for Em Que Viet LLC (d/b/a Em Que Viet Restaurant & Bar)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing budget amendments to allocate $7,600,000.00 for Community Development Block Grant activities. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances regarding business license procedures and a public hearing for the Metro Transit Gold Line project.

• Allocating $7,600,000.00 to CDBG activity codes
• First reading of ordinances to update business license procedures
• Public hearing for the Metro Transit 10-mile Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit project
• Rezoning application for 909 Selby Avenue and 912 Selby Avenue
• Requesting $767,266 in SCORE grant funds for curbside recycling

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is reviewing budget amendments for its debt service and parking funds. The board will discuss tax credit reservations for Selby Wilkins and East 7th developments, along with loan modifications for Selby Commons. A public hearing will address bond issuance for the Higher Ground Academy Charter School Project.

• $1,260,214 CDBG loan and $439,786 CDBG-CV loan for Keystone Community Food Center
• 2023 Low Income Housing Tax Credit reservations for Selby Wilkins and East 7th developments
• Loan modifications for Selby Commons and Wilkins Townhomes Projects
• Preliminary approval of bonds for Higher Ground Academy Charter School Project
• Budget amendments for HRA Debt Service Fund and Parking Enterprise Fund

Budget Committee

The St. Paul Budget Committee will discuss the 2023 proposed budget presentations. The meeting includes reviews for the Office of Financial Services and the Office of Financial Empowerment.

• 2023 Proposed Budget Presentation for Office of Financial Services (SR 22-202)
• 2023 Proposed Budget Presentation for Office of Financial Empowerment (SR 22-204)

Legislative Hearings

The St. Paul Legislative Hearings will review orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 1802 Ross Avenue, 678 Snelling Avenue North, and 346 Sherburne Avenue. The agenda also includes findings on nuisance abatements and appeals regarding vacant building registrations and fire certificates of occupancy.

• Orders for building rehabilitation or removal at 1802 Ross Ave, 678 Snelling Ave N, and 346 Sherburne Ave
• Findings on appealed substantial abatements for 975 Hudson Road and 575 Park Street
• Appeal of a vehicle abatement order at 952 Euclid Street
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration at 995 Burns Avenue and 1006 Third Street East
• Appeals related to fire certificates of occupancy at 548 Minnehaha Ave E, 1059 Minnehaha Ave E, and 1143 Payne Ave

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing includes a discussion regarding a Class N license application for Masooda Enterprises Inc., doing business as Bar Cart Lounge & Restaurant. The review involves examining floor plans, zoning maps, and protected use waivers for nearby schools.

• Class N License Application for Bar Cart Lounge & Restaurant
• Protected Use Waiver for Highland Park Montessori School
• Protected Use Waiver for Laura Jeffrey Academy

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is reviewing proposed 2023 rates for water, sanitary sewer, and solid waste services. The agenda also includes discussions on a building project appeal at Pigs Eye Lake Island and various business license updates.

• Setting 2023 rates for sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water services
• Amending the CDBG budget to allocate $7,600,000.00 to activity codes
• Establishing new garbage service rates effective January 1, 2023
• Appeal regarding a Stop Work Order for the Pigs Eye Lake Island Building Project
• A $18,402.73 grant amendment for Fire Department radios and accessories

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the City of Saint Paul Five Year Street Plan and Debt Strategy. The agenda also includes a review of the 2023-2027 PW 5-Year Capital Plan and a presentation on the 2023 Debt Budget.

• SR 22-198 City of Saint Paul Five Year Street Plan and Debt Strategy
• 2023-2027 PW 5-Year Capital Plan
• 2023 Debt Budget presentation to Council

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying several appealed special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes hearings on appeals regarding vehicle abatement orders, vacant building registrations, and fire certificate revocations. Additionally, the body will review assessment rolls for services such as graffiti removal and emergency boarding.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties including 1051 Arkwright Street and 277 Aurora Avenue
• Review of assessment rolls for graffiti removal and emergency boarding services
• Appeal of a vehicle abatement order at 952 Euclid Street
• Appeal regarding a vacant building registration notice for 227 Fuller Avenue
• Appeal of a fire certificate of occupancy revocation at 510 Snelling Avenue North

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will conduct rent stabilization appeal hearings. The agenda includes an appeal filed by Amleset Workneh regarding a determination for the property at 1461 Saint Paul Avenue, #12.

• Rent stabilization appeal for 1461 Saint Paul Avenue, #12

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is reviewing a presentation regarding the 2023 proposed budget for Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity. This item involves a formal budget presentation to the committee.

• Presentation of the 2023 proposed budget for Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (SR 22-194)

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will hold a special meeting for discussion. The agenda includes a resolution to honor the recipients of the 2022 Saint Paul Business Awards.

• Resolution 22-1674: Honoring the recipients of the 2022 Saint Paul Business Awards

City Council

The City Council will review budget amendments for public works and regional water services. The agenda includes ordinances for business license procedures and property rezoning. Public hearings will address garbage service rates and several grant applications.

• Rezoning 1883 Norfolk Avenue from one-family to medium-density residential
• Proposed changes to base level garbage service rates effective January 1, 2023
• $1,000,000 grant for the renovation of the historic Victoria Theater
• $570,111 FEMA grant for the Port Security Grant Program
• Liquor patio addition for The Black Hart of Saint Paul at 1415 University Avenue

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is considering the establishment of the Farwell Yards Tax Increment Financing District and a temporary infrastructure spending plan. The board will also hold public hearings on revenue bonds and TIF agreements for two projects in Highland Park. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the 30% AMI Round Two Solicitation.

• Establishment of Farwell Yards Tax Increment Financing District
• Temporary TIF spending plan for infrastructure improvements near the Mississippi River
• Public hearing for Emma Norton/Restoring Waters Project at 801 Mt Curve Blvd and 2265 Hillcrest Ave
• Public hearing for Nellie Francis Court Project at 2285 Hillcrest Avenue
• Update on 30% AMI Round Two Solicitation

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review multiple requests regarding building safety and compliance. This includes deciding on orders to rehabilitate or demolish structures, reviewing vacant building registration appeals, and addressing fire certificate of occupancy revocations.

• Orders to rehabilitate or remove structures at 523 Beaumont St and 1366 Fremont Ave
• Property repair orders for 694 Sherburne Ave and 678 Snelling Ave N
• Findings on nuisance abatement appeals for 698 Desoto St and 975 Hudson Rd
• Appeals of vacant building registration fees at 318 Edmund Ave and 227 Fuller Ave
• Appeals regarding fire certificate of occupancy revocations at 278 Seventh St E

Audit Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Saint Paul Audit Committee for October 24, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided upon.

• Cancellation of the October 24, 2022, meeting

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings are scheduled to review and ratify various appealed special tax assessments. These items concern specific property assessments at multiple addresses across the city.

• Ratifying special tax assessment for 1016 Iglehart Avenue
• Ratifying special tax assessment for 779 Cortland Place
• Ratifying special tax assessment for 679 Maryland Avenue East
• Ratifying special tax assessment for 783 Hague Avenue
• Ratifying special tax assessment for 775 Hawthorne Avenue East

City Council

The City Council is reviewing liquor license applications and property clean-up assessments. The agenda also includes public hearings for rezoning requests and capital budget amendments.

• Rezoning of 1883 Norfolk Avenue from one-family to medium-density residential
• $389,001 for the Fire Station 51 upgrade project
• $500,000 for Phase II of the Saint Paul - Changsha China Friendship Garden
• New rates for base level garbage service effective January 1, 2023
• $75,000 for pedestrian safety measures development

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will review appeals regarding fire certificates, correction orders, and vacant building registrations. The body will also consider ratifying special tax assessments and property clean-up service costs.

• Appeal of condemnation and order to vacate at 1300 Wilson Avenue #1211
• Ratification of special tax assessments for 928 Flandrau Street and 1043 Kent Street
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments for July 2022
• Appeal of a fire certificate of occupancy correction notice at 258 Seventh Street West
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration notices at multiple locations

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will hear an appeal regarding a rent stabilization determination at 261 Fifth Street East, Unit #604. The appeal is brought by Jack Cann of the Housing Justice Center on behalf of tenant Angela Wilhight.

• Appeal of rent stabilization determination for 261 Fifth Street East, Unit #604

City Council

The City Council will review a request to rezone 1883 Norfolk Avenue from one-family to medium-density residential. The agenda also includes accepting over $1 million in grants for firefighter training and equipment. Additionally, the council will hold public hearings on sound variances for events at Allianz Field and Upper Landing Park.

• Rezoning 1883 Norfolk Avenue from R3 to RM2 residential
• $1,055,454.54 grant for firefighter training and equipment
• Sound level variance applications for Monster Series LLC and MN United FC
• Lease agreement with First Tee - Minnesota
• License application for 3MC Auto Repair at 881 Newcomb Street

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold discussions regarding the budgets of various departments that operate neighborhood safety programs. The committee is also scheduled to receive a Council Budget Committee update.

• Budget discussion for neighborhood safety programs (SR 22-192)
• Council Budget Committee Update

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board is discussing guidelines for the 2023 4d Affordable Housing Incentive Program. The board will also consider authorizing up to $1,000,000 in funding for a development at 652 Sherburne Avenue. Additionally, an update was provided regarding a Request for Offers for the former Hafner’s site at 1570 White Bear Avenue.

• Resolution approving guidelines for the 2023 4d Affordable Housing Incentive Program
• Funding of up to $1,000,000 for the project at 652 Sherburne Avenue
• Extension of The Sherburne Collective as Tentative Developer for 652 Sherburne Avenue
• Request for Offers issued for 1570 White Bear Avenue

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will review several requests regarding building maintenance and code compliance. The agenda includes orders for the removal or repair of structures, nuisance abatement findings, and appeals related to vacant buildings.

• Orders for rehabilitation or removal of structures at 342 Thomas Ave, 523 Beaumont St, and 1508 Como Ave
• Denial of a stay of enforcement for demolition at 587 Cook Avenue East
• Order for the removal of structures at 1600 Seventh Street West
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration at 40 Magnolia Ave W and 1790 University Ave W
• Appeals for fire certificates of occupancy at 124 Lexington Pkwy N and 258 Seventh St W

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will review financial statements and approve several budget amendments. The agenda also includes a discussion on the Lead Free SPRWS Program and an appeal regarding a water service bill.

• $250,000 increase to the 2022 spending budget from Metropolitan Council Grant funds
• Termination of a public water utility easement at 1500 Commerce Drive in Mendota Heights
• Appeal regarding a water service bill at 543 Central Avenue West
• Update on the Lead Free SPRWS Program

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will discuss a Class N license application for P & S Enterprises Inc, doing business as HAAS Collision & Glass. The agenda includes a review of the application summary and supporting documentation.

• Class N License Application (SR 22-182) for P & S Enterprises Inc, d/b/a HAAS Collision & Glass

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will vote on ratifying appealed special tax assessments for various properties throughout the city. The agenda also includes ratifying assessments related to the costs of collecting delinquent garbage bills from April to June 2022.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 1233 Arkwright Street and 1933 Berkeley Avenue
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 741 Flandrau Street
• Ratification of assessments for the cost of collecting delinquent garbage bills (April–June 2022)

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will discuss the conveyance of 38 city-owned properties to the St. Paul Public School District. The agenda also includes a $500,000 grant application for the Chinese Garden project and various property assessments for city services. A public hearing is scheduled regarding an appeal of a stop work order for the Pigs Eye Lake Island Building Project.

• Authorization to apply for $500,000 in DEED funds for the Chinese Garden project
• Discussion on conveying 38 City-owned properties to St. Paul Public Schools
• Approval of up to $25,000 for neighborhood safety wraparound supports
• Public hearing regarding a stop work order appeal for Pigs Eye Lake Island
• Authorization for Police Department to accept ARPA grant funds

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review presentations regarding the 2023 proposed budgets. This includes discussions on the Sales Tax 2023 Proposed Budget and the Capital Improvement 2023 Proposed Budget.

• SR 22-190 Sales Tax 2023 Proposed Budget presentation
• SR 22-191 Capital Improvement 2023 Proposed Budget presentation

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over hearings regarding special tax assessments for several properties. The agenda also includes reviews of vacant building registration appeals and nuisance abatement orders.

• Ratifying special tax assessments for properties on Maryland Ave E, White Bear Ave N, Laurel Ave, Robie St W, and Rose Ave E
• Ratifying assessment rolls for vacant building registration fees and boarding services
• Making findings on nuisance abatement orders for 319 Fuller Avenue and 1930 Nortonia Avenue
• Reviewing vacant building registration appeals for properties on Fuller Avenue, Hope Street North, and Selby Avenue
• Reviewing an appeal regarding a Fire Certificate of Occupancy at 1300 Wilson Avenue

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will discuss a Class N license application for Nice Guys LLC, doing business as Chances Tavern. The agenda includes reviewing supporting documents such as floor plans and District Council correspondence regarding a 45 day waiver.

• Class N license application for Nice Guys LLC (d/b/a Chances Tavern)

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

Legislative hearing officers will conduct a rent stabilization appeal hearing. The case involves an appeal by Jack Cann of the Housing Justice Center representing tenant Angela Wilhight at 261 Fifth Street East.

• Rent stabilization appeal for 261 Fifth Street East, Unit #604

City Council

The City Council will review the 2023 Operating Plan for the Downtown Improvement District and various property tax assessments. The agenda also includes discussions regarding appointments for interim directors of technology and public libraries.

• $600,000 street reconstruction bond transfer to the 2019 Lexington Project
• Acceptance of $300,000 in additional MCES grant funding for Inflow and Infiltration projects
• Adoption of the 2023 Operating Plan for the Downtown Improvement District
• $90,000 amendment to the Making A Difference grant from the Minnesota Department of Health
• Appointments for Interim Directors of Technology and Communication and Public Libraries

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will review several housing and property items. This includes a tax increment financing agreement for 830 Cretin Avenue and funding for Midway Residence improvements. The board will also discuss parking agreements and loan modifications.

• TIF development agreement for The Lumin at Highland Bridge at 830 Cretin Avenue
• Borrowing funds from MN Housing Finance Agency and Ramsey County for Midway Residence improvements
• Temporary parking license agreement for HRA property at 694 Minnehaha Avenue E.
• Modifications to a HOME loan for Seventh Landing at 1364 West 7th Street
• Public hearing regarding the sale of a vacant lot at 473 Hatch Avenue

Budget Committee

The St. Paul Budget Committee will discuss the 2023 proposed budgets for the City Attorney's Office and the Office of Neighborhood Safety. The meeting includes a review of budget presentation materials for these offices.

• Proposed 2023 budget for the City Attorney's Office and the Office of Neighborhood Safety (SR 22-189)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings committee will consider several orders regarding the removal or rehabilitation of structures at various locations. The agenda also includes recommendations for repurchasing tax-forfeited properties and reviewing a correction order appeal.

• Amending a demolition stay for 587 Cook Avenue East to grant 180 days
• Ordering the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 39 Hilltop Lane
• Granting 180-day stays for rehabilitation or removal orders at 1803 Ivy Avenue East and 1802 Ross Avenue
• Recommending the repurchase of tax-forfeited property at 0 Atwater Street to Ramsey County
• Reviewing an appeal regarding a correction order at 1197 Burnquist Street

Licensing Hearing

The Saint Paul Licensing Hearing will discuss a Class N license application for 3MC Auto Repair LLC. The agenda includes a review of the application summary and associated site documentation.

• Class N License Application for 3MC Auto Repair LLC (License ID# 20220001315)

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will discuss a Class N license application for Hogan Bard LLC, doing business as Emerald Lounge. The discussion includes an outdoor seating plan and a sidewalk seating application.

• Class N License Application for Hogan Bard LLC (d/b/a Emerald Lounge)
• Outdoor Seating Plan
• Public Works Sidewalk Seating Application

Library Board

The St. Paul Library Board will meet to discuss a request regarding property taxes. The board will consider resolution 22-1459, which requests that the City levy property taxes for the Saint Paul Public Library Agency.

• Requesting that the City levy property taxes for the Saint Paul Public Library Agency (RES 22-1459)

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is reviewing several items, including property tax levies for the City and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. A public hearing will be held regarding amendments to the rent stabilization ordinance. The council is also considering budget reallocations for Parks and Recreation and various liquor license waivers.

• Public hearing on rent stabilization ordinance amendments
• Expansion of Commercial Development District at 2078 Ford Parkway
• Reallocation of $170,000 within the Parks and Recreation budget
• Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County for ARPA workforce programs
• Liquor license waivers for Em Que Viet Restaurant & Bar and Black Stack Brewing

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will hold a closed-door meeting to discuss two pending litigation cases. The session is being held pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 13D.05, Subdivision 3(b).

• Discussion of pending litigation: H.B.A., Inc., et al v. City, et al
• Discussion of pending litigation: Cullars-Doty, et al v. City, et al

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board of Commissioners will conduct a follow-up discussion regarding the 2023 budget presentation for the HRA and PED. The board will also consider a resolution to approve the 2023 maximum property tax levy.

• Resolution RES 22-1423 to approve the 2023 maximum property tax levy for the HRA
• Follow-up discussion regarding the 2023 HRA and PED budget presentation

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is discussing the 2023 proposed budgets for Public Works and the Saint Paul Police Department. The agenda also notes a City Council vote scheduled for this afternoon regarding levy limits for the HRA, Library, and City.

• SR 22-184: Public Works 2023 Proposed Budget
• SR 22-176: Saint Paul Police Department 2023 Proposed Budget

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss Mayor Melvin Carter's 2023 Proposed Budget. This item includes an opportunity for the public to share feedback with the City Council.

• Mayor's 2023 Proposed Budget (SR 22-183)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will consider ratifying several special tax assessments for various properties across the city. The body will also hear appeals regarding vacant building registrations, vehicle abatement orders, and fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties on Reaney Avenue, Lawson Avenue West, Thomas Avenue, Marion Street, Robie Street West, Seventh Street West, Stryker Avenue, and Aurora Avenue.
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments for June 2022.
• Appeal regarding a summary and vehicle abatement order at 913 Johnson Parkway.
• Appeals to vacant building registration notices for properties on Bradley Street, Edmund Avenue, Magnolia Avenue West, Margaret Street, and Parkview Avenue.
• Appeals regarding orders to vacate and fire certificates of occupancy for Mendota Street and University Avenue West.

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will discuss a Class N license application for 859 Randolph Ave Corp, doing business as The Spot Bar. The agenda includes reviewing site plans, incident reports, and four recorded objections.

• Class N license application for The Spot Bar (859 Randolph Ave Corp)
• Review of four filed objections

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

Legislative Hearing Officers will preside over three separate appeals regarding rent stabilization determinations. These hearings involve reviewing rental rate determinations for properties on Hampden Avenue, Seventh Street East, and Birmingham Street.

• Appeal for 787 Hampden Avenue #213
• Appeal for 720 Seventh Street East #330
• Appeal for 325 Birmingham Street

City Council

The council will consider the final adoption of an ordinance amending rent stabilization laws. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding the expansion of the Highland Area Commercial Development District. Additionally, the council will review budget amendments for sewer maintenance and various local license applications.

• Final adoption of rent stabilization ordinance (Ord 22-37)
• Expansion of Highland Area Commercial Development District
• $10,000 grant for Loeb Lake habitat restoration
• Establishment of Farwell Yards Tax Increment Financing District
• Budget amendment for Department of Public $Public Works Sewers Utility Fund

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 proposed budget for Parks and Recreation. The presentation will be delivered by Director Andy Rodriguez.

• SR 22-180 Parks and Recreation 2023 Proposed Budget Presentation

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will review a staff report regarding the 2023 HRA-PED budget presentation. The board will also consider approving meeting minutes from August 2022.

• Presentation of the 2023 HRA-PED budget
• Approval of August 2022 meeting minutes

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will review requests for remove/repair orders for various structures throughout the city. The meeting also includes findings on appealed nuisance abatements and a property repurchase recommendation.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 1508 Como Ave., 733 Fairview Ave N., and 1600 Seventh St W.
• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 1006 Third St E., 1457 Third St E., 39 Hilltop Lane, and 342 Thomas Ave.
• Findings on appealed nuisance abatements for 288 Avon St N. and 655 Jessamine Ave E.
• Recommendation to Ramsey County regarding a property repurchase application for 923 Westminster St.

Audit Committee

The Saint Paul Audit Committee will conduct a roll call and discuss item SR 22-179. The agenda also notes that mask requirements for City-controlled facilities have been lifted per Executive Order 2022-17.

• Discussion of SR 22-179

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

Legislative Hearing Officers will conduct appeals regarding rent stabilization determinations. The hearings involve properties at 261 Fifth Street East and 325 Birmingham Street.

• Appeal for 261 Fifth Street East, Unit #604
• Appeal for 325 Birmingham Street

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review the final presentation for the Saint Paul Fire Department 2023 proposed budget. The committee will also receive an update on housing data regarding building permits issued. The discussion of the Saint Paul Police Department 2023 proposed budget was rescheduled to a future date.

• Saint Paul Fire Department 2023 Proposed Budget presentation
• Update on housing data and building permits issued
• Rescheduled: Saint Paul Police Department 2023 Proposed Budget

City Council

The September 7, 2022, City Council agenda contains only procedural items and a notice of cancellation. A closed-door meeting to discuss pending litigation in Gregory Gartner v. City of Saint Paul, et al. was cancelled.

• Cancelled closed-door meeting regarding Gregory Gartner v. City of Saint Paul, et al.

City Council

The City Council meeting includes a proposed $202,000 budget transfer from the Office of Technology and Communications to the Police Department for two civilian technology positions. The agenda also covers transit improvements with Ramsey County and various liquor license applications.

• $202,000 budget transfer to move two civilian technology positions to the Police Department
• Cooperative agreement with Ramsey County for Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit improvements
• Liquor and gambling license application for Shadey’s Tavern Inc. at 674 Dodd Road
• Approval of 2022 Round 1 Cultural STAR Grant Program awards
• Denial of rezoning for 918 Fifth Street East from RT1 to RM1

Library Board

The Library Board will review a staff report regarding the 2023 Library Budget Proposal. The board will also discuss an amendment to the 2022 financing and spending plans for Library Agency Special Projects.

• Amendment to 2022 Financing and Spending Plans in the Library Agency Special Projects
• Staff Report on 2023 Library Budget Proposal

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will consider the ratification of several appealed special tax assessments for various properties. The session also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations, correction orders, and fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for 1610 Blair Avenue
• Ratification of assessment rolls for demolition services from May to June 2022
• Appeal of a vacant building registration requirement at 40 Magnolia Avenue West
• Ratification of graffiti removal service assessments from May to June 2022
• Appeal regarding a correction notice for 415 Clarence Street

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on 2023 water charges and review recommendations for the 2023 budget to be sent to the City Council. The agenda also includes an appeal regarding a water service bill at 543 Central Avenue West.

• Public hearing on 2023 water charges
• Recommendation of 2023 budget to Saint Paul City Council
• Private Water Main Agreement for 1500 Commerce Drive
• Lease amendment for property at 750 Snelling Avenue South
• Water service bill appeal for 543 Central Avenue West

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

The scheduled Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings for September 1, 2022, were cancelled and rescheduled. The agenda included appeals regarding rent stabilization determinations at 787 Hampden Avenue #213 and 720 Seventh Street East #330.

• Appeal for 787 Hampden Avenue #213 (RLH RSA 22-3)
• Appeal for 720 Seventh Street East #330 (RLH RSA 22-2)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing amendments to rent stabilization laws and a $7.85 million transfer of ARPA funds for the 176 Robert project. The agenda also includes several public hearings regarding sound level variances and sidewalk construction on Upper Afton Road.

• Transfer of $7,850,000 in ARPA funds to the 176 Robert project
• Amendments to rent stabilization ordinances
• $150,000 grant for the Youth Excel Initiative in Parks and Recreation
• Rezoning of 533 & 567 Randolph Avenue to transitional industrial
• Sidewalk construction agreement for Upper Afton Road

City Council

The scheduled City Council meeting for August 24, 2022, was cancelled. A closed-door meeting will be held instead to discuss pending litigation.

• Closed-door meeting to discuss pending litigation

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is reviewing resolutions for multifamily housing revenue bonds at the Soul Project and Dale Street project. The board will also discuss a $62,386 CDBG loan for code repairs at 1676 White Bear Ave. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the Dale Street project.

• $62,386 CDBG loan for code repairs at 1676 White Bear Ave
• Bond issuance and sale for the Soul Project at 176 South Robert Street
• Public hearing for bond issuance and CDBG loan for 313 Dale Street North

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss the Mayor's 2023 budget proposal and the Department of Safety and Inspection's 2023 budget proposal. These discussions involve reviewing proposed city spending for the upcoming year.

• Mayor's 2023 Budget Proposal (SR 22-163)
• Department of Safety and Inspection 2023 Budget Proposal (SR 22-166)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will consider orders for the removal or rehabilitation of various structures. The meeting also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations, fire certificates of occupancy, and nuisance abatements.

• Denying a stay of enforcement for demolition at 587 Cook Avenue East
• Ordering rehabilitation or removal of structures at 781 Cook Avenue East
• Ordering rehabilitation or removal of structures at 694 Sherburne Avenue
• Appeal of vacant building registration for 1882 Ashland Avenue
• Appeal of fire correction notice and condemnation at 920 Clark Street

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will review several infrastructure and zoning proposals. This includes approving costs for replacing lead water service lines on private properties and a rezoning request for Randolph Avenue. The council will also consider budget reallocations and local business license modifications.

• Rezoning of 533 & 567 Randolph Avenue to transitional industrial
• Approving costs for lead water service line replacement on private properties
• $24,475 donation from Saint Paul Police Foundation for trauma kits
• Agreement with Ramsey County for Marion at Ravoux Pedestrian Improvements Project
• Amending caterer's permit requirements in the Legislative Code

Organizational Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding homelessness and unsheltered policies in Saint Paul and Ramsey County. The agenda also includes an overview of truck parking ordinance changes and final reports from Right Track interns.

• Update on Saint Paul and Ramsey County homelessness and unsheltered policies (SR 22-149)
• Overview of truck parking ordinance changes (SR 22-151)
• Final reports from Right Track Interns (SR 22-155)
• Updates on boards, commissions, committees, and activities (SR 22-158)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body is reviewing several appealed special tax assessments for various Saint Paul properties. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vehicle abatement orders and fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratifying special tax assessments for properties including 1641 Fremont Avenue and 754 Blair Avenue
• Ratifying assessments for property clean-up services conducted between April and June 2022
• Reviewing an appeal to a Summary Abatement Order at 392 Holly Avenue
• Reviewing an appeal to a Correction Order at 228 Exchange Street South
• Reviewing an appeal for a Fire Certificate of Occupancy at 213 Fourth Street East, Unit 201

City Council

The agenda consists of a closed-door meeting and standard procedural items. The council will meet in a closed session to discuss the Woodstone v. City of Saint Paul litigation.

• Closed door meeting regarding Woodstone v. City of Saint Paul litigation

City Council

The council will consider amending rent stabilization laws and reviewing several sound level variance applications. Members will also discuss appointing an interim Ward 1 councilmember.

• Amending rent stabilization laws (Ord 22-37)
• Rezoning 533 & 567 Randolph Avenue to transitional industrial
• Sound level variance applications for Allianz Field and the State Capitol
• Appointing an interim Ward 1 councilmember
• $17,450 grant from the Knight Foundation for YouthLens360 videos

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee is reviewing an overview of the 2022 and 2023 budget council phase process, identified as SR 22-145. The agenda includes a presentation regarding this budget process.

• Overview of the 2022 and 2023 budget council phase process (SR 22-145)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting consists of procedural items. The Board will review the Executive Director's Report and approve minutes from July 2022 meetings.

• Approval of July 2022 meeting minutes
• Executive Director's Report

Legislative Hearings

The St. Paul Legislative Hearings will review several orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at various locations. The agenda also includes appeals regarding fire inspection correction notices and vacant building registrations.

• Order for rehabilitation or removal of structures at 781 Cook Ave E.
• Order for rehabilitation or removal of structures at 1803 Ivy Ave E.
• Review request for a potential stay of demolition enforcement at 587 Cook Ave E.
• Appeal of a vacant building registration notice at 1082 Euclid Street.
• Appeals regarding fire inspection correction notices at 1145 Hudson Road

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider amendments to funding agreements with the Metropolitan Council and a T-Mobile site lease expansion. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a water service bill appeal at 543 Central Avenue West. Discussion items include an engineering update and the 2023 SPRWS budget.

• Amendment to funding agreement for Gold Line BRT water system upgrades
• Expansion of T-Mobile Central LLC site lease area
• Grant agreement for a water demand reduction program
• Discussion of the 2023 SPRWS Budget
• Public hearing on a water service bill appeal at 543 Central Avenue West

Library Board

The Saint Paul Library Board will meet to approve minutes from June 2022. The agenda includes resolutions regarding library volunteers and staff safety, as well as amending the agency's rules of procedure.

• Amending the Saint Paul Public Library Agency Bylaws
• Appointing officers of the Library Board
• Resolution recognizing Saint Paul Public Library Volunteers
• Resolution honoring library staff commitment to safer libraries
• Approval of June 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is considering final adoption of rezoning for Ramsey Street and Pleasant Avenue. The agenda also includes public hearings for sound level variances and a request to vacate part of Iglehart Avenue. Additionally, the council will review labor agreements and police department grant applications.

• Rezoning 311-319 Ramsey Street and 391-411 Pleasant Avenue to T1 traditional neighborhood
• Right-of-way acquisition for Larpenteur Avenue reconstruction
• $5,000 disc golf course donation for Hillcrest Knoll Park
• Ordinance amendments regarding rent stabilization and World Cup event hours
• Police Department applications for DWI and traffic safety grant funding

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will conduct interviews with finalists for the interim Ward 1 councilmember position. This process is part of resolution SR 22-141.

• Interviews for interim Ward 1 councilmember candidates (SR 22-141)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over hearings regarding various property tax assessments and nuisance abatement appeals. The agenda includes ratified assessments for services such as graffiti removal, demolition, and emergency boarding. Additionally, the body will consider appeals related to fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties on Burgess Street and Iglehart Avenue
• Deletion of a special tax assessment for 850 Edmund Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for demolition services at 120 Winter St
• Review of nuisance abatement orders for properties on Edmund Avenue, Topping Street, and Temple Court
• Appeals regarding fire certificates of occupancy for Wells Street and Earl Street

Licensing Hearing

The St. Paul Licensing Hearing will discuss a Class N license application for Jodana Inc, doing business as Keenan’s 620 Club / Keenan’s Bar & Grill. The agenda includes a review of application materials such as floor plans and incident reports.

• Class N license application for Jodana Inc (Keenan’s 620 Club / Keenan’s Bar & Grill)

Audit Committee

The St. Paul Audit Committee will meet on August 1, 2022. The agenda is sparse, listing only a roll call and discussion regarding SR 22-140. No additional details about the content of this item are provided in the document.

• Discussion of SR 22-140

Licensing Hearing

The City of Saint Paul Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application for Shadey’s Tavern Inc., doing business as Shadey’s Tavern. The agenda includes a summary of the application and related objection reports.

• Class N License Application for Shadey’s Tavern Inc. (License ID# 20210000229)

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will receive an overview and update regarding SR 22-137 from Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health. The agenda also includes roll call and the next meeting date.

• Overview and update from Saint Paul-Ramsey County Public Health (SR 22-137)

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is reviewing budget amendments, zoning changes, and various permit requests. Key discussions include a large grant for the CollegeBound program and property rezonings on Ramsey Street and Pleasant Avenue. The council will also consider sound variance applications for several local events.

• $3.15 million Bush Foundation grant for CollegeBound Saint Paul
• Rezoning of 311-319 Ramsey Street and 391-411 Pleasant Avenue
• Two-year lease agreement with Minnesota State Agricultural Society for police impound lot
• $22,000 for futsal court improvements at Valley/Mt. Airy
• Sound variance requests for Allianz Field and the Lowertown Blues Festival

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is considering a resolution to approve a development and loan agreement for a project at 421 East 7th Street using tax increment financing. The board will also receive an update on the Housing Trust Fund and Housing Strategy.

• Development and loan agreement for 421 East 7th Street
• Housing Trust Fund & Housing Strategy Update
• Executive Director's report

Legislative Hearings

The legislative hearing will consider various requests regarding building removals, repairs, and nuisance abatements. This includes reviewing orders for structures on Cook Avenue East, Fairview Avenue North, and Ross Avenue. The agenda also covers appeals related to vacant buildings and fire safety certificates.

• Review of a demolition stay request for 587 Cook Avenue East
• Order for rehabilitation or removal of structures at 781 Cook Ave E
• Order for razing and removal of structures at 1802 Ross Avenue
• Appeal of a vehicle abatement order at 1712 Orange Avenue East
• Review of vacant building registrations at 1047 Arcade Street

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body is reviewing appeals regarding special tax assessments. The meeting includes items to ratify assessments for specific property locations.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 393 Stryker Avenue
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 113 Cook Avenue West
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 692 Point Douglas Road South
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 1609 Sherburne Avenue

City Council

The City Council is considering transferring millions of dollars from American Rescue Plan funds toward neighborhood safety and workforce support. The agenda also includes a proposal to order a special election regarding a property tax levy for childcare education.

• Transfer of $10,000,000 in ARPA funds for Neighborhood Safety investments
• Transfer of $15,300,000 in ARPA funds for Workforce Support investments
• Rezoning of 311-319 Ramsey Street and 391-411 Pleasant Avenue
• Special election proposal for a childcare education fund levy
• Professional services agreement with Baker Tilly LLP for housing development review

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will review a CAO staff report regarding the City's Immigrant and Refugee Program. This item provides an update related to SR 22-131.

• Update on the City's Immigrant and Refugee Program (SR 22-131)
• Review of Ramsey County/Saint Paul annual report

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying several appealed special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes reviews of vacant building registrations and appeals regarding fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties including 16 Acker St W and 479 Lawson Ave W
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments from March to May 2022
• Appeal of vacant building registration at 1446 Rice Street
• Appeal regarding revocation of fire certificate of occupancy at 1005 Conway Street
• Appeal regarding a fire safety inspection appointment at 2200 Scheffer Avenue

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

Legislative Hearing Officers will conduct appeals regarding rent stabilization determinations. The hearings involve properties at 787 Hampden Avenue #213 and 720 Seventh Street East #330.

• Rent stabilization appeal for 787 Hampden Avenue #213
• Rent stabilization appeal for 720 Seventh Street East #330

City Council

The Saint Paul City Council is reviewing several budget amendments, including large transfers of American Rescue Plan funds for infrastructure and social programs. The agenda also includes public hearings on community plans and various license applications.

• $10,500,000 ARP fund transfer for Water Lead Pipe Replacement
• $4,000,000 ARP fund transfer for the Guaranteed Income Program
• Order for a November 8, 2022, special election regarding an early care and education fund
• Approval of construction for the Capital City Bikeway Project
• $3,000,000 grant application to the Bush Foundation for CollegeBound Saint Paul

Organizational Committee

The St. Paul Organizational Committee will review a monthly director's update and receive reports regarding various committees, boards, and activities.

• SR 22-107 Monthly Director's Update
• SR 22-110 Update on committees, activities, boards, and other

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is reviewing resolutions regarding property use and housing program funding. This includes approving temporary licenses for businesses at 694 Minnehaha Avenue E and a budget amendment for the Inspiring Communities Homeownership Program.

• $1,500,000 HOME funds loan for Stryker Senior Housing project
• $2,000,000 Housing Trust Fund budget amendment for homeownership
• $1,067,400 redevelopment budget establishment via MN Housing Finance Agency
• Temporary license agreement with 11 Wells Spirits Company, LLC at 694 Minnehaha Avenue E
• Temporary license agreement with Saint Paul Brewing at 694 Minnehaha Avenue E

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will review orders to rehabilitate or remove several buildings in Saint Paul. The agenda also includes findings on nuisance abatements and appeals regarding vacant building registrations and fire safety certificates.

• Orders to rehabilitate or remove structures at 781 Cook Ave E, 694 Sherburne Ave, 1803 Ivy Ave E, and 1802 Ross Ave
• Findings on nuisance abatements for 864 Marion St and 1179 Seventh St E
• Appeals of summary abatement orders at 769 Hague Ave, 1930 Nortonia Ave, and 1712 Orange Ave E
• Appeals regarding vacant building registrations at 657 Canton St, 933 Payne Ave, and 1446 Rice St
• Appeal of a fire certificate of occupancy revocation at 1005 Conway St

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will discuss the proposed 2023 budget and a letter from North Oaks Company regarding water acquisition and supply alternatives. The agenda also includes an action item concerning the retirement of Engineering Division Manager Dave Wagner.

• Discussion of the 2023 proposed budget
• North Oaks Company letter regarding water acquisition and supply alternatives
• Retirement of Engineering Division Manager Dave Wagner
• Baker Tilly presentation
• Approval of May 2022 financial statements

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review and ratify multiple appealed special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes ratifying assessments for the cost of collecting delinquent garbage bills from January to March 2022.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties including 210 Avon Street North and 1615 Bayard Avenue
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 640 Holly Avenue and 795 Hyacinth Avenue East
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 1223 Farrington Street and 329 Lawson Avenue West
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 1681 Minnehaha Avenue East, 1043 Beech Street, and 692 Point Douglas Road South
• Ratification of costs for the collection of delinquent garbage bills from January to March 2022

Legislative Hearings

The legislative hearings will address several special tax assessment ratifications and deletions for various properties. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations, nuisance abatements, and fire certificate of occupancy revocations. Some items are noted as requiring follow-up inspections or being rescheduled.

• Ratifying special tax assessments for 1762 Englewood Avenue and 323 Forest Street
• Deleting the special tax assessment for 991 Farrington Street due to a fee refund
• Ratifying assessments for city services including graffiti removal and tree removal
• Appeals regarding fire certificate of occupancy revocations at 776 Bush Avenue
• Nuisance abatement findings for properties on Tuscarora Avenue and James Avenue

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review multiple requests for orders to rehabilitate or raze buildings at various locations, including Como Avenue and University Avenue West. The meeting also includes findings on nuisance abatement appeals and vacant building registration appeals.

• Orders to repair or remove structures at 1508 Como Ave., 781 Cook Ave E., 1457 3rd St E., 1941 University Ave W, 1807 7th St E, and 132 Western Ave S.
• Findings on nuisance abatement appeals for 439 Herschel St, 575 Park St, 595 Park St, and 521 York Ave.
• Appeals regarding vacant building registrations at 181 Sherburne Ave and 839 Edmund Ave.
• Appeal of a water service bill for 543 Central Avenue West.

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

Legislative Hearing Officers will hear an appeal by Matthew and Jim Lindquist regarding a rent stabilization determination at 1029 Raymond Avenue.

• Appeal of rent stabilization determination for 1029 Raymond Avenue

Licensing Hearing

The St. Paul Licensing Hearing will discuss a license application summary for Taste of Rondo LLC, doing business as Taste of Rondo Restaurant. The review includes documentation such as floor plans, activity reports, and zoning maps.

• License application SR 22-120 for Taste of Rondo LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget adjustments involving American Rescue Plan funds, including a $20 million transfer for city payroll. The agenda also includes a public hearing on rezoning 150 Water Street West and the approval of e-scooter services.

• Transfer of $20,000,000 in ARPA funds to City Payroll
• Rezoning of 150 Water Street West from industrial to traditional neighborhood
• Approval of e-scooter sharing services with Spin for the 2022 season
• Allocation of federal rental assistance funds to the Tenant Assistance Program
• $2,534,489 transfer of ARPA funds for the Twelve22 Apartment project

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is reviewing a citywide spending plan and budget amendment. The board will also discuss extending developer designation for 1180 and 1186 Prosperity Avenue and a joint agreement with Ramsey County for Project Home. A public hearing is scheduled regarding revenue bonds for the Twelve22 Apartment Project.

• Citywide spending plan and budget amendment (RES 22-955)
• Developer designation extension for 1180 and 1186 Prosperity Avenue (RES 22-951)
• Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County for Project Home at 1880 Randolph Avenue (RES 22-957)
• Revenue bonds and TIF loan for Twelve22 Apartment Project at 1222 University Avenue West (RES PH 22-173)

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will hold a presentation regarding the River Learning Center under SR 22-124. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and scheduling the next meeting.

• Presentation on the River Learning Center (SR 22-124)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying several appealed special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes findings on nuisance abatement appeals and reviews of vacant building registration notices.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties including 32 Belvidere St E and 518 Selby Ave
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments for March 2022
• Findings on nuisance abatement appeals for 2285 and 2291 Rockwood Avenue
• Appeal regarding a vacant building registration notice at 1457 Pacific Street
• Appeal regarding a vacant building registration notice at 839 Edmund Avenue

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

Legislative hearing officers will conduct rent stabilization appeal hearings. The agenda includes an appeal by Matthew and Jim Lindquist regarding a determination at 1029 Raymond Avenue.

• Rent stabilization appeal for 1029 Raymond Avenue

Audit Committee

The Saint Paul Audit Committee meeting includes a discussion regarding SR 22-119. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items, including roll call and determining the next meeting date.

• Discussion of SR 22-119

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Saint Paul Reparations Legislative Advisory Committee report. The agenda includes ordinances to allow Sunday sales in micro-distilleries and amendments to brewery regulations. The council will also consider various property assessments and budget reallocations.

• Ordinance allowing Sunday sales in micro-distilleries
• $625,000 budget reallocation for Parks and Recreation
• Adverse action against RAS Ethiopian Bar & Restaurant LLC license
• Sound level variance applications for Minnesota United FC at Allianz Field
• $30,000 grant application for the Office of Financial Empowerment

Organizational Committee

The committee will receive a report from the Saint Paul Legislative Advisory Committee on Reparations. This includes reviewing an ordinance draft and a companion report.

• Report from the Saint Paul Legislative Advisory Committee on Reparations
• Review of reparations ordinance draft

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review orders regarding the rehabilitation or removal of various structures across the city. The agenda also includes appeals related to nuisance abatements, vacant building registrations, and permit denials.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 694 Sherburne Avenue
• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 678 Snelling Avenue North
• Review of a request for a stay of demolition enforcement at 1628 Darlene Street
• Appeals regarding nuisance abatements, including properties on Jameson Street and Marion Street
• Appeal of a fire certificate of occupancy correction notice at 1606 Hewitt Avenue

City Council

The City Council meeting includes discussions on budget amendments for financial services and public works. The agenda features public hearings regarding Sunday sales in micro-distilleries and sound variances for El Burrito Mercado. Additionally, the council will consider property assessments and labor agreements.

• Preliminary order for Capital City Bikeway construction and property rights
• Ordinance for Sunday sales in micro-distilleries
• Sound variance request for El Burrito Mercado at 175 Cesar Chavez Street
• Budget amendments for Financial Services and Public Works
• Bus pad improvements at Arlington Hills Community Center

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will receive an update regarding the Office of Neighborhood Safety (SR 22-116). The agenda also includes an ONS Council update.

• Update on the Office of Neighborhood Safety (SR 22-116)
• ONS Council update

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is discussing a resolution to authorize the issuance and sale of lease revenue bonds for the Career Pathways Charter School Project. The meeting also includes an update on the 30% AMI Program and the Executive Director's report.

• Resolution authorizing lease revenue bonds for the Career Pathways Charter School Project at 1355 West Pierce Butler Route
• Update on the 30% AMI Program
• Approval of May 2022 meeting minutes

Legislative Hearings

The meeting involves ratifying several special tax assessments for various properties across the city. Officials will also hear appeals regarding vacant building registrations, abatement orders, and correction notices.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties including 554 Charles Avenue and 1762 Englewood Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for vacant building registration fees and emergency boarding services
• Appeals to summary abatement orders at 1798 James Avenue and 1696 Juliet Avenue
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration notices for properties including 1457 Pacific Street
• Appeals to correction notices for 1169 Breen Street and 1384 Margaret Street

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners is reviewing a budget amendment for up to $10.5 million in American Rescue Plan funds. The agenda also includes funding agreements for Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit and a private water main agreement for the Mendota Plaza development. Additionally, the board will address a water service bill appeal at 463 Como Avenue.

• Budget amendment for up to $10.5M in American Rescue Plan funds
• Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit water system upgrade funding agreement
• Private water main agreement for Mendota Plaza development
• Design-build agreement with CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc.
• Water service bill appeal at 463 Como Avenue

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will conduct a roll call and discuss item SR 22-113. The agenda contains no other specific topics for decision.

• SR 22-113 Audit Committee

Library Board

The Library Board will consider authorizing an agreement with the MN Department of Natural Resources for State Park Passes. The meeting also includes a review of the Library Safety Strategy and updates regarding the George Latimer Central Library.

• Authorization of an agreement with the MN Department of Natural Resources for State Park Passes
• Library Safety Strategy staff report
• George Latimer Central Library Nicholson Commons Design Project and Innovation Lab re-launch updates
• Library design updates

City Council

The City Council will vote on several department appointments and labor agreements under the consent agenda. The council is also scheduled to discuss the Hillcrest Master Plan, including zoning amendments and changes to the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.

• $58 million budget amendment for McCarron’s Treatment Plant Improvement Project
• Adoption of the Hillcrest Master Plan and related zoning amendments
• Appointment of Jeremy Ellison as Interim Chief of the Police Department
• $2,000,000 DOJ grant application for Community Oriented Policing Services
• Amending the 2040 Comprehensive Plan to allow larger block sizes

Organizational Committee

The scheduled meeting of the St. Paul Organizational Committee for June 1, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided upon during this session.

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed-door meeting to discuss pending litigation involving the City of Saint Paul and First Baptist Church. The agenda also includes roll call and adjournment.

• Closed session regarding Christina Anderson, et al v. City of Saint Paul and First Baptist Church, et al v. City of Saint Paul

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Hillcrest Master Plan and associated zoning changes. The council is also considering an interim ordinance to study non-conventional residential housing units. Other business includes approving various labor agreements and federal grant applications.

• Public hearings for Hillcrest rezoning, master plan, and zoning code amendments
• Interim ordinance for a study of non-conventional residential housing units
• Approval of labor agreements for Fire Fighters Local 21 and Pipefitters Local 455
• Sound level variance applications for Dual Citizen Brewing Company and Mears Park
• FEMA grant applications for Port Security and Emergency Management

Organizational Committee

The committee will receive a programming update from the Office of Financial Empowerment. The meeting also includes a presentation by the GREATER MSP Partnership regarding economic, demographic, and development trends.

• Office of Financial Empowerment programming update (SR 22-104)
• GREATER MSP Partnership presentation on economic, demographic, and development trends (SR 22-97)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is considering a resolution for preliminary approval to issue conduit revenue bonds for the Career Pathways Charter School Project at 1355 West Pierce Butler Route. The agenda also includes an executive director's report and the approval of minutes from March and April 2022.

• Preliminary approval for Career Pathways Charter School Project bonds
• Approval of March and April 2022 meeting minutes
• Executive Director's report

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review orders for the rehabilitation or removal of multiple buildings. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations and summary abatement orders.

• Orders to rehabilitate or remove structures at 694 Sherburne Ave, 1941 University Ave W, and 733 Fairview Ave N
• Request for a potential stay of demolition enforcement at 1628 Darlene Street
• Finding on nuisance abatement for 864 Marion Street
• Appeals of summary abatement orders for 2291 and 2285 Rockwood Avenue
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration notices at 1171 Ross Ave and 385 University Ave W

Audit Committee

The meeting includes a discussion of item SR 22-90. The agenda contains no other specific topics for decision or discussion.

• SR 22-90

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances for the final adoption of rezoning applications at 597 Seventh Street East and 115 Plato Boulevard West. The meeting also includes public hearings on budget amendments for parks, public works, and various sound level variance requests.

• Final adoption of rezoning for 597 Seventh Street East
• Acceptance of a $100,000 futsal court for Valley Park
• Agreement with Lime for 2022 e-scooter sharing services
• Contract with Zoetis LLC for COVID-19 vaccines at Como Park Zoo
• Public hearings on budget amendments for Parks and Public Works

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body is reviewing appeals for special tax assessments on various properties. The agenda also includes ratifying assessments for property clean-up services and tree trimming. Some abatement and vacancy appeals are scheduled to be postponed until May 24.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties including 2229 Doswell Avenue
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments for February 2022
• Ratification of tree trimming service assessments for December 2021 at 1805 Saint Clair Avenue
• Appeal of a vacant building registration notice for 1457 Pacific Street
• Appeal regarding a correction order for 1099 Geranium Avenue East

City Council

The City Council will finalize a rezoning for 597 Seventh Street East and establish a committee for selecting the next Police Chief. The agenda also includes public hearings for sound level variances and various property assessments. Additionally, the council will consider a $100,000 grant for youth baseball and softball.

• Rezoning 597 Seventh Street East from industrial to traditional neighborhood
• $100,000 Minnesota Twins Community Fund grant for youth baseball and softball
• Police Department agreement with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for a financial crimes task force
• Public hearings for sound level variances at Cedar St Bridge and 767 N Eustis St
• Establishing a committee to oversee the selection of the next Police Chief

Organizational Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding the River Balcony and River Learning Center as part of the Great River Passage project. The meeting also includes a roll call and scheduling for the next meeting.

• Updates on Great River Passage River Balcony and River Learning Center (SR 22-94)

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider orders for the rehabilitation or removal of various structures. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vehicle abatement, fire certificates of occupancy, and water service bills.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 939 Charles Avenue, 1722 Reaney Avenue, and 694 Sherburne Avenue
• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 678 Snelling Avenue North, 1508 Como Avenue, 587 Cook Avenue East, and 1457 Third Street East
• Findings on appealed nuisance abatements for 854 Edmund Avenue, 830 Iglehart Avenue, and 864 Marion Street
• Appeal of a vehicle abatement order at 607 Topping Street
• Appeal regarding a water service bill at 543 Central Avenue West

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners is reviewing several items, including a $4 million American Rescue Plan grant for Saint Paul Regional Water Services. The meeting includes discussions on budget amendments for the McCarron’s Treatment Plant and lead service line replacement programs. The board will also hear an appeal regarding a water service bill at 463 Como Avenue.

• Acceptance of a $4 million American Rescue Plan grant for Saint Paul Regional Water Services
• Professional services agreement with CDM Smith Inc. for lead service line program development
• Budget amendment for the McCarron’s Treatment Plant Improvement Project
• Funding agreement with Metropolitan Council for Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit water system upgrades
• Water service bill appeal for 463 Como Avenue

Licensing Hearing

The Saint Paul Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application for Turbo Tim’s Anything Automotive LLC. The hearing includes a review of site plans, activity reports, and emails of objection.

• Class N License Application SR 22-89 for Turbo Tim’s Anything Automotive LLC
• Review of objections from Artika Tyner and Dusten C Johnson

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is considering several major financial items, including a $46 million water revenue note and the transfer of $4.47 million in ARP funds for tourism recovery. The meeting also includes discussions on urban forest restoration grants and union wage adjustments.

• Purchase of a water revenue note up to $46,000,000 from the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority
• $488,400 grant application for urban forest restoration following Emerald Ash Borer losses
• Transfer of $4,477,000 in American Rescue Plan funds to Tourism Recovery Support Program grants
• Liquor off-sale license approval for Creative Libations LLC at 1545 7th Street West
• Amending parking meter holidays to include Juneteenth

Organizational Committee

The St. Paul Organizational Committee is meeting to review a monthly director's update and an ARP funding proposal. The agenda also includes updates regarding various committees, boards, and activities.

• ARP funding proposal
• Monthly Director's Update (SR 22-85)
• Update on committees, boards, activities, and other (SR 22-88)

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider several items regarding property-related costs and orders. This includes ratifying appealed special tax assessments and reviewing appeals related to vehicle abatement and correction orders.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 1230 Edgerton St and 46 Fifth St E
• Ratification of assessments for vacant building fees and emergency boarding services
• Appeals regarding vehicle abatement orders at 607 Topping St and Rockwood Avenue properties
• Appeal of a correction order for 1099 Geranium Avenue East
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 559 Case Avenue and 858 Stickney Street

Audit Committee

The St. Paul Audit Committee meeting scheduled for May 2, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No business or discussions took place.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several zoning changes and business license applications. This includes a $250,000 grant application for the North End Community Center and veterinary service agreements for Como Park Zoo. The council will also consider sound variance requests for local businesses and religious centers.

• Rezoning of 597 Seventh Street East to traditional neighborhood
• $250,000 grant application for North End Community Center
• Veterinary care agreement for Como Park Zoo up to $38,121 per year
• Expansion of outdoor liquor patio at Urban Growler Brewing Co.
• Establishing a committee for the Police Chief position

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee is meeting to conduct a review regarding the SR 22-78 truck parking issue. The agenda also includes adjournment.

• Review of SR 22-78 Truck Parking Issue

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA will discuss additional financing for the 47 Douglas Street project and a $25,000 loan to La Noire Bridal, LLC. A scheduled public hearing regarding bonds for Career Pathways Charter School has been cancelled.

• Financing and subsidy waiver for 47 Douglas Street
• Loan of up to $25,000 to La Noire Bridal, LLC
• Cancellation of public hearing for Career Pathways Charter School Project bonds

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will review orders for the rehabilitation or removal of several structures. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations and fire certificate of occupancy revocations.

• Orders for rehabilitation or removal at 694 Sherburne Avenue
• Orders for rehabilitation or removal at 988 Wilson Avenue
• Orders for rehabilitation or removal at 1722 Reaney Avenue
• Appeal of vacant building registration requirement at 1011 Margaret Street
• Appeal of fire certificate of occupancy revocation at 653 Reaney Avenue

Legislative Hearings

This legislative hearing will consider the ratification of multiple appealed special tax assessments for various properties in Saint Paul. The agenda includes reviewing assessment inquiries and appeals for locations including Minnehaha Avenue West and Maryland Avenue East.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for 755 Minnehaha Avenue West
• Ratification of special tax assessments for 1187 Maryland Avenue East
• Ratification of special tax assessments for 1690 Orange Avenue East
• Ratification of special tax assessments for 666 Orleans Street
• Ratification of special tax assessments for 790 Geranium Avenue East

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is considering a rezoning for property on Seventh Street East and adding Juneteenth to parking meter holidays. The agenda also includes public hearings for sound level variances and various building appeals.

• Rezoning 597 Seventh Street East from I1 light industrial to T2 traditional neighborhood
• Adding Juneteenth to parking meter holidays
• Amending CDBG budgets for a window replacement program
• Approving sound level variances at O’Shaughnessy Stadium and Upper Landing Park
• Authorizing a master partnership contract with the Minnesota Department of Transportation

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee is reviewing the Climate Justice Advisory Board Year in Review and the 2022 Climate Action and Resilience Plan report. These items are part of SR 22-70.

• CJAB Year in Review Final
• CARP 2022 Report
• SR 22-70 Climate Justice Advisory Board and Climate Action and Resilience Plan

Legislative Hearings

The meeting includes reviews of several appealed special tax assessments for properties throughout Saint Paul. The agenda also covers assessments for property clean-up services and sewer repairs. Additionally, the body will address nuisance abatement findings and vacant building registration appeals.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 1069 Beech Street and 1015 Churchill Street
• Ratification of assessments for property clean-up services in late 2021 and early 2022
• Ratification of sewer repair assessments for 647 Thomas Avenue
• Nuisance abatement findings for 1059 Burgess Street
• Appeal regarding a vacant building registration at 1425 Seventh Street East

Audit Committee

The St. Paul Audit Committee will discuss topic ideas for the 2023 audit agenda. The meeting notice also notes that Executive Order 2022-17 has lifted mask requirements for City-controlled facilities.

• Discussion of 2023 topic ideas
• Notice regarding lifting of mask requirements for City-controlled facilities

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed-door meeting to discuss pending litigation involving West Seventh Street Partners, et al v. City of Saint Paul, et al. The agenda contains no other items beyond roll call and adjournment.

• Closed-door discussion regarding West Seventh Street Partners, et al v. City of Saint Paul, et al.

City Council

The City Council will discuss funding amendments for the Snelling Midway Redevelopment Site and a rezoning request for 597 7th Street East. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding street reconstruction projects and sound variance requests at Allianz Field.

• Rezoning of 597 7th St E from light industrial to traditional neighborhood
• Funding amendments for the Snelling Midway Redevelopment Site
• Police Department agreement with Saint Paul Public Housing Agency
• Street reconstruction in the 2022 Saint Paul Streets Program
• Sound level variance applications for Minnesota United FC at Allianz Field

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will discuss updates regarding street lighting and wire theft. The committee will also review parking enforcement updates with the Saint Paul Police Department.

• Street Lighting and Wire Theft Update (SR 22-62)
• Parking Enforcement Update with SPPD (SR 22-66)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is reviewing a first amendment to the Pioneer Endicott TIF Plan and an HRA budget amendment. The board will also consider a funding agreement for the Snelling Midway Redevelopment Site and a property sale at 1381 Prosperity Avenue.

• First Amendment to Pioneer Endicott TIF Plan
• Second Amendment to Snelling Midway Funding Agreement
• Spruce Ramp Parking Space License assignment
• Sale of 1381 Prosperity Avenue for $45,000.00

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will review orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 939 Charles Avenue and 1941 University Avenue West. The agenda also includes findings on nuisance abatements and a recommendation regarding tax forfeited property at 702 Wilson Avenue.

• Removal/repair orders for 939 Charles Avenue and 1941 University Avenue West
• Nuisance abatement findings for 698 Desoto Street
• Repurchase recommendation for tax forfeited property at 702 Wilson Avenue
• Appeal of a vacant building registration notice at 467 Ivy Avenue East

Board of Water Commissioners

The scheduled meeting for the Board of Water Commissioners was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included proposed items such as lead service line replacement programs and regional park maintenance agreements.

• Settlement Agreement between Christine Jefferson and the City of Saint Paul
• Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit funding agreement with Metropolitan Council
• Joint Powers Agreement for buckthorn removal at Vadnais-Sucker Lakes Regional Park
• Professional Services Agreement with CDM Smith Inc. for lead service line replacement
• Approval of the 2022-2024 Strategic Plan

Licensing Hearing

The licensing hearing scheduled for April 11, 2022, has been cancelled. A license application was withdrawn on April 8, 2022, because the scheduling of this legislative hearing was issued in error.

• Cancellation of the April 11, 2022, Licensing Hearing
• Withdrawal of license application for Embabi & Sons LLC (d/b/a West 7th Street Marathon)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will consider ratifying several appealed special tax assessments for properties including 999 Armstrong Avenue and 1322 Selby Avenue. The body will also review assessments for the city's costs in collecting delinquent garbage bills from late 2021.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 999 Armstrong Avenue
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 640 Holly Avenue
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 1322 Selby Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for the cost of collecting delinquent garbage bills

Organizational Committee

The St. Paul Organizational Committee will review monthly updates from the Director and District Councils. The agenda also includes a discussion of Audit Committee topics. This meeting consists of procedural updates and discussions.

• Director Monthly Update
• District Councils Update
• Discussion of Audit Committee Topics

City Council

The City Council will vote on the final adoption of an ordinance related to rent stabilization and consider several grant applications. The agenda also includes property rezoning, business licenses, and various city assessments.

• Final adoption of ordinance amending rent stabilization duties in the Department of Safety and Inspections
• First reading for rezoning 597 7th St E from light industrial to traditional neighborhood
• Approval of a liquor off-sale license for The Little Wine Shoppe at 2305 Como Avenue
• Acceptance of a $257,050 grant for the City Attorney's ETHOS program
• Authorization to apply for a $402,000 grant for a Mental Health Initiative project

Library Board

The Library Board will review minutes from December 2021 and February 2022. The meeting includes public hearings for ALA/NEH grant funding and a $3,500 breastfeeding coalition grant. A staff report on library needs assessments is also scheduled.

• Approval of December 2021 and February 2022 meeting minutes
• Public hearing for ALA/NEH grant budget amendments (RES PH 22-29)
• Acceptance of a $3,500 grant from the Minnesota Breastfeeding Coalition and Twin Cities Regional Breastfeeding Coalition (RES PH 22-57)
• Staff report on 2021 impact, 2022 goals, and 2023 needs assessment (SR 22-37)

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider requests to ratify special tax assessments for various properties. The meeting also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations, correction orders, and fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for 1600 University Avenue West and 706 Conway Street
• Review of demolition service assessments at 2062 Como Ave
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration requirements for 106 Douglas Street
• Appeal of a correction order for 1099 Geranium Avenue East
• Appeal of a fire inspection correction notice for 351 Hope Street

Audit Committee

The St. Paul Audit Committee will conduct roll call and a discussion regarding SR 22-57. The agenda also notes that mask requirements for City-controlled facilities have been lifted per Executive Order 2022-17.

• SR 22-57 Audit Committee

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body is reviewing various property-related appeals and orders. This includes decisions on whether to rehabilitate or remove structures, as well as reviews of vacant building registrations and condemnation notices.

• Removal or repair orders for 678 Snelling Avenue North
• Removal or repair orders for 1941 University Avenue West
• Property repurchase recommendation for 702 Wilson Avenue
• Appeal of vacant building registration at 1372 Pacific Street
• Appeal of condemnation and order to vacate at 1842 Stillwater Avenue

City Council

The City Council will discuss new 2022 precinct boundaries and polling locations following redistricting. The agenda also includes approving a $4 million fund transfer for water lead pipe replacement and various labor agreements.

• Transfer of $4,000,000 in ARPA funds to Water Lead Pipe Replacement
• Rezoning of 1296 Hudson Road from office service to community business
• Approval of new 2022 precinct boundaries and polling locations
• Sound level variance application for Macalester College at 125 Snelling Ave S

Organizational Committee

The St. Paul Organizational Committee will hear a presentation from the Rice & Larpenteur Alliance. The committee will also receive an update regarding Lamplighter Licenses.

• Rice & Larpenteur Alliance presentation
• Update on Lamplighter Licenses

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will review February 2022 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes presentations regarding a Full Stack update and the 30% AMI Solicitation Plan.

• Approval of February 2022 meeting minutes
• Presentation: Full Stack update (SR 22-39)
• Presentation: 30% AMI Solicitation Plan (SR 22-40)

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider several appeals regarding special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes reviews of property clean-up assessments and appeals related to building safety, including a notice of condemnation at 1842 Stillwater Avenue.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for Mendota Street, Sims Avenue, Lawson Avenue East, and Palace Avenue
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments from December 2021
• Appeal of a summary abatement order at 351 Hope Street
• Appeal to a notice of condemnation and order to vacate at 1842 Stillwater Avenue
• Appeals regarding fire inspection correction notices and certificates of occupancy

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will conduct interviews for Community Advisor candidates and discuss potential topics for the 2023 audit cycle. The agenda also notes that mask requirements for City-controlled facilities have been lifted per Executive Order 2022-17.

• Community Advisor candidate interviews
• Discussion of 2023 topic selection ideas

Charter Commission

The commission will introduce new members and continue discussions regarding the redistricting of Council Wards. The agenda includes a review of various ward maps, proposals, and public comments related to the process.

• Introduction of new Charter Commission members (CCI 22-9)
• Redistricting of Council Wards (CCI 22-7)
• Review of Park Street Public - St. Paul Redistricting Proposal - Feb 2022

City Council

The council will finalize minimum qualifications for the Police Chief position and emergency regulations. Public hearings are also scheduled for rezoning 1296 Hudson Road and several sound level variance requests. Additionally, the agenda includes budget amendments for parks and recreation and the extension of a local emergency declaration.

• Rezoning 1296 Hudson Road from office service to community business
• $407,300 budget amendment for Parks and Recreation via Como Friends donations
• Establishing minimum qualifications for the Police Chief position
• Amending the 2022 Capital Improvement Budget for maintenance projects

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is continuing discussions on the redistricting of council wards. The agenda includes a review of various ward boundary options and proposed timelines. The committee will also consider public comments from organizations such as Common Cause MN.

• Redistricting of Council Wards (CCI 22-7)
• Review of ward boundary maps (Options 1-4)
• Proposed redistricting timeline
• Public comments from Movimiento Inmigrante de Minnesota and Common Cause MN

Charter Commission

The Charter Review Committee will hold a hearing regarding proposed redistricting maps for City Council wards. The agenda also includes information on St. Paul precinct and polling locations. A full quorum of the Charter Commission may or may not be present.

• Public hearing on proposed council ward redistricting maps
• Review of St. Paul precinct and polling locations

Charter Commission

The Charter Review Committee will hear public comments regarding the redistricting of Council Wards. The meeting includes a review of several proposed 2022 ward boundary options.

• Public hearing on proposed council ward redistricting maps
• Review of 2022 proposed new ward boundaries (Options 1, 2, and 3)
• Discussion of St. Paul precinct and polling locations

Licensing Hearing

The City of Saint Paul Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application for Piston Automotive Co. The hearing includes reviewing incident reports and objections filed by Eric Jacobson.

• Class N License Application for Piston Automotive Co. (SR 22-34)
• Review of objections from Eric Jacobson

City Council

The City Council will consider a land purchase agreement from the Saint Paul Port Authority to construct Fire Station No. 7. The agenda also includes discussions on issuing General Obligation Bonds and reviewing various assessments for city services like sewer repairs and lead water line replacements.

• Contingent Purchase Agreement for land to build Fire Station No. 7
• Authorization of Project Labor Agreements for several street and road reconstruction projects
• Application for up to $300,000 in Outdoor Recreation grant funds
• Discussion regarding the issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds, Series 2022A
• Labor agreements between ISD 625 and Teamsters Local No. 320 and Operating Engineers Local 70

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will review staff report SR 22-33 regarding the RiverCentre Visitors Authority. The agenda also includes roll call and determining the next meeting date.

• Staff Report SR 22-33 for RiverCentre Visitors Authority

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider orders to rehabilitate or remove structures at various locations, including 939 Charles Avenue and 1722 Reaney Avenue. The agenda also includes reviews of nuisance abatement appeals and vacant building registrations.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 939 Charles Ave, 1722 Reaney Ave, and 1941 University Ave W
• Potential stay of enforcement for demolition at 975 Hudson Rd
• Findings on nuisance abatements for properties including 879 Sixth St E and 657 Sherburne Ave
• Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order at 675 Lawson Ave E
• Appeal of a Vacant Building Registration Notice at 1425 Maryland Ave E

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider a $250,000 loan application to help finance private property lead service replacements. They are also reviewing an amendment to the McCarron’s Treatment Process Improvements Project agreement and a grant for water demand reduction. Additionally, the Board will discuss the 2022-2024 Strategic Plan.

• $250,000 loan application for private property lead service replacement
• Amendment to CH2M Hill Engineers agreement for McCarron’s Treatment Project
• Grant application to Metropolitan Council for water demand reduction
• Development of an Enhanced Lead Service Line Replacement Plan
• Trail connection agreement with the City of Little Canada

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will discuss feedback from a meeting regarding the Constituent & Customer Services Study. The committee will also review a revised Baker Tilly statement of work and discuss community advisor selections.

• Feedback on Constituent & Customer Services Study
• Baker Tilly Revised Statement of Work
• Community Advisor Member candidate selections
• 2023 Topic Selection Process and 2022 Timeline

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is reviewing the redistricting of City Council wards. The agenda includes discussions regarding precinct and polling locations and a proposed redistricting plan.

• Redistricting of Council Wards
• Review of 2011 Ward Boundaries
• St. Paul Precinct and Polling Locations
• Park Street Public - St. Paul Redistricting Proposal

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is reviewing budget amendments for community development grants and infrastructure permits for the Ford Site. The agenda includes public hearings on sound level variances and a $520,000 increase to the Parks and Recreation Grant Fund. The council will also consider ordinances regarding police chief qualifications.

• Lead water service line replacement costs and assessment hearing date (April 6, 2022)
• $520,000 increase to the Parks and Recreation Grant Fund for Como Zoo DNR Grant
• Permits for roadway and sidewalk infrastructure at the Ford (Highland Bridge) Site
• Grant funds for the Eritrean Community Center at 1941 University Avenue West
• Work order contract with MnDOT for the State’s Trunk Highway 51 Project

Organizational Committee

The St. Paul Organizational Committee is scheduled to conduct a monthly update. This includes reports from the Director as well as updates regarding various committees and commissions.

• Monthly update including reports from the Director, committees, and commissions (SR 22-32)

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will review appeals for several special tax assessments on various properties. The body will also consider ratifying assessment rolls for city services, including tree removal, building boarding, and vacant building registration fees.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 1191 Minnehaha Ave E and 1446 Rice St
• Ratification of assessments for dangerous tree and emerald ash tree removal services
• Ratification of assessments for vacant building registration fees
• Ratification of assessments for emergency boarding services
• Appeal regarding a code compliance report at 963 Jessamine Ave E

Charter Commission

The meeting includes the election of a committee chair. The commission will also discuss the redistricting of City Council wards, including reviewing boundaries and proposed timelines.

• Election of committee chair
• Redistricting of Council Wards
• Review of 2011 Ward Boundaries
• Discussion of St. Paul precinct and polling locations

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including budget amendments and property transfers. Key discussions include the allocation of American Rescue Plan funds for a tourism package and rezoning requests. The meeting also includes public hearings on park grants and baseball stadium sound variances.

• Transfer of $4,500,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for a tourism package
• Rezoning 540 Randolph Avenue from traditional neighborhood to light industrial
• Grant application for up to $300,000 for the Department of Parks and Recreation
• Creation of an Office of Neighborhood Safety and immigrant/refugee program
• Renaming Ecolab Plaza to Osborn Plaza

Organizational Committee

The committee will discuss the Community First Public Safety update and review violence reduction data. The agenda also includes an update regarding the Organizational Committee Agenda of Speakers.

• Community First Public Safety Update
• Violence Reduction Data

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is reviewing amendments to its 2022 spending and financing plans for cost-neutral changes and carryforward adjustments. The board will also consider a one-year temporary license agreement with Black Hart of Saint Paul, LLC for HRA-owned property at 1433 University Avenue W. A planning division update is also scheduled.

• Amendments to the 2022 HRA spending and financing plans
• One-year temporary license agreement with Black Hart of Saint Paul, LLC at 1433 University Avenue W.
• PED Planning Division Update

Legislative Hearings

The body is reviewing orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at several locations. It is also considering appeals related to nuisance abatements, vacant building registrations, and fire certificate corrections.

• Order to rehabilitate or remove structures at 419 Fry Street
• Potential stay of demolition enforcement for property at 975 Hudson Road
• Recommendation regarding repurchase of tax forfeited property at 702 Wilson Avenue
• Review request for a potential stay of demolition at 288 Avon Street North
• Appeal of a vacant building registration notice for 933 Fifth Street East

Charter Commission

The St. Paul Charter Commission will hold elections for Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the redistricting of Council Wards.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Redistricting of Council Wards (RES PH 20-223)
• Approval of September 27, 2021, and October 18, 2021, meeting minutes

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is considering several items, including a proposal to transfer $4,500,000 from American Rescue Plan funds to a tourism package. The agenda also includes public hearings on rezoning property on Randolph Avenue and creating an Office of Neighborhood Safety.

• Proposed transfer of $4,500,000 in American Rescue Plan funds for a PED Tourism Package
• Rezoning application for 540 Randolph Avenue from T2 neighborhood to I1 light industrial
• $600,000 Fire Department grant from the Pohlad Family Foundation for a social services pilot program
• Application for $70,550 in FEMA funds for the Fire Department's Project Safe Haven
• Approval of roadway infrastructure permits at the Ford (Highland Bridge) Site

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will discuss the selection process for the next Police Chief. This includes a review of the 2022 draft qualifications for the Saint Paul Police Department.

• Review of 2022 draft SPPD Chief qualifications
• Police Chief selection process (SR 22-26)
• Other City Council business (SR 22-27)

Legislative Hearings

The St. Paul Legislative Hearings will consider ratifying several special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations and fire safety certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties including 913 Johnson Parkway and 550 Edmund Avenue
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments for November 2021
• Appeal of a vacant building registration requirement at 930 Forest Street
• Appeal regarding a fire certificate of occupancy revocation at 933 Fifth Street East
• Appeal of a fire inspection correction notice at 371 Selby Avenue

City Council

The City Council will vote on rezoning properties at Mackubin Street and Randolph Avenue. The meeting also includes infrastructure permits for the Ford site and a $34,600 spending plan for Arlington Soccer Field.

• Rezoning 1128 Mackubin Street from single-family to two-family residential
• Rezoning 540 Randolph Avenue to light industrial
• Infrastructure permits for the Ford (Highland Bridge) Site
• $34,600 spending plan for the Arlington Soccer Field project
• Extension of the local COVID-19 emergency declaration

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding guidelines for the HRA Business Assistance Fund. This fund applies citywide.

• Resolution approving guidelines for the HRA Business Assistance Fund, Citywide

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will review several requests regarding building maintenance and safety. This includes orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures and appeals related to fire certificates of occupancy.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 419 Fry St., 1628 Darlene St., and 879 Sixth Street East
• Review request for a potential stay of demolition enforcement at 288 Avon Street North
• Findings on nuisance abatements for properties on Galtier Street, Edmund Avenue, and Sherburne Avenue
• Appeal regarding a vacant building registration notice at 1340 Searle Street
• Appeals regarding fire certificate of occupancy correction notices at various locations

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners is reviewing several engineering agreements and a loan application for the McCarron’s Treatment Plant Project. Members will also discuss water quality updates and the lead water service replacement plan. The agenda includes approving December 2021 financial statements.

• Engineering services agreement with HR Green, Inc. for pump station capital improvement plans
• Engineering services for Ferndale Street elevated water tower reconditioning
• Amendment to CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc. agreement for McCarron’s Treatment Process Improvements Project
• Loan application from the Drinking Water Revolving Fund for the McCarron’s Treatment Plant Project
• Request to include water service connection material in housing disclosure reports

Audit Committee

The agenda consists of procedural items and a discussion regarding SR 22-24 Audit Committee. No further details regarding the specific contents of this item are provided in the document.

• Discussion of SR 22-24 Audit Committee

City Council

The council will vote on a rezoning application for 647 York Avenue and consider the Point Douglas Regional Trail Master Plan. The agenda also includes discussions regarding liquor license actions for The Foundry Pub and various city service assessments.

• Rezoning 647 York Ave from business to neighborhood use
• Adoption of the Point Douglas Regional Trail Master Plan
• Proposed adverse action against The Foundry Pub's licenses
• Sound level variance for Minnesota United FC at Allianz Field
• Allocation of 2022 District Council community engagement funding

Library Board

The St. Paul Library Board will consider authorizing the acceptance of a donation for the Arlington Hills Library transformation project. The meeting also includes updates on digital equity programs and library facility designs.

• Authorizing acceptance of the PNC Children’s Library Transformation Project donation for Arlington Hills Library
• Digital equity policy, program, and partnership updates
• Library facilities design updates

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will discuss the 2022 City Council priority and work plan. The meeting also includes updates on the Council Leadership Team, committees, boards, and other activities.

• Update on 2022 City Council priority and work plan (SR 22-22)
• Council Leadership Team updates (SR 22-23)
• Updates on committees, boards, and activities (SR 22-21)

Legislative Hearings

The meeting includes reviews of special tax assessment requests and the ratification of various city-billed service assessments. The body will also hear appeals regarding vacant building registrations and fire certificate of occupancy orders.

• Review request for property clean up at 1399 Thomas Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for demolition, graffiti removal, and garbage collection
• Appeal of vacant building registration at 329 Lawson Avenue West
• Appeals regarding fire certificate of occupancy revocations or corrections
• Extension review for a fire inspection correction notice at 1005 Conway Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a closed-door meeting to discuss strategy for potential arbitration with the Saint Paul Police Federation. The session also includes discussion of pending litigation in Cullars-Doty, et al v. City of Saint Paul, et al.

• Closed-door discussion on potential arbitration with Saint Paul Police Federation
• Discussion regarding pending litigation in Cullars-Doty, et al v. City of Saint Paul, et al

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will review an updated presentation regarding the Customer and Constituent Services Study conducted by Cultivate Strategy. The agenda also includes other city council business.

• SR 22-14: Customer and Constituent Services Study presentation
• SR 22-16: Other City Council Business

City Council

The City Council is considering infrastructure permits for the Ford Site and a grant application for 176 Robert Street South. The agenda also includes several liquor license applications and an ordinance change regarding alcohol in parks.

• Infrastructure permits for the Ford (Highland Bridge) Site
• Liquor license expansion for University of St. Thomas at 2115 Summit Avenue
• Ordinance to allow up to 5.5% alcohol in designated park areas
• Rezoning application for 1128 Mackubin Street
• Funding for the demolition of 677 Pierce Butler property

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss tax credits for the Treehouse housing development and guidelines for the HRA Business Assistance Fund. The board will also consider a grant application to the Economic Development Administration.

• Reservation of 2022 Low Income Housing Tax Credits for Treehouse development
• Approval of guidelines for the HRA Business Assistance Fund
• $1,250,000 grant application to the EDA for a Revolving Loan Fund

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will review requests for remove/repair orders at multiple locations, including 1722 Reaney Avenue and 1941 University Avenue West. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vehicle abatement and vacant building registrations.

• Remove/repair orders for structures at 1722 Reaney Ave, 1941 University Ave W, 1034 Bradley St, 939 Charles Ave, and 879 6th St E
• Findings on nuisance abatements for 318 Edmund Ave and 1033 Galtier St
• Appeal of a vehicle abatement order at 1387 Thomas Ave
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration notices at 201 Genesee St, 469 Macalester St, and 716 Sims Ave

Audit Committee

The Saint Paul Audit Committee is scheduled to meet on January 24, 2022. The agenda includes a discussion regarding item SR 22-15, but the provided document does not contain specific details about the topic.

• Discussion of SR 22-15 Audit Committee

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider several items to ratify appealed special tax assessments. These hearings involve property assessments for locations including Maryland Avenue East, Portland Avenue, and Topping Street.

• Ratifying the appealed special tax assessment for 1722 Maryland Avenue East
• Ratifying the appealed special tax assessment for 599 Portland Avenue
• Ratifying the appealed special tax assessment for 325 Topping Street
• Ratifying the appealed special tax assessment for 671 Lafond Avenue
• Ratifying the appealed special tax assessment for 405 Roy Street North

City Council

The City Council will discuss declaring a citywide climate emergency and adopting the Point Douglas Regional Trail Master Plan. The agenda also includes first readings for zoning amendments related to the 1-4 Unit Housing Study and public hearings regarding alcohol consumption in parks.

• Declaring a citywide climate emergency
• Amending the zoning code per the 1-4 Unit Housing Study
• Rezoning 83 Douglas St from one-family to townhouse residential
• Allowing up to 5.5% alcohol consumption in designated park areas
• Applying for $75,000 in equipment funds for Hidden Falls-Crosby Regional Park

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider several appeals regarding property taxes and building safety. This includes ratifying special tax assessments for various properties and reviewing vacant building registration notices. Additionally, the body will hear appeals related to fire certificate of occupancy correction notices.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for 575 Brainerd Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for property clean-up services and labor
• Review of vacant building registration appeal at 201 Genesee Street
• Appeal regarding fire certificate of occupancy at 680-690 Bayfield Street
• Appeal regarding fire safety inspection at 376 Fuller Avenue

Organizational Committee

The committee will discuss the police chief selection process, including minimum qualifications and appointment procedures. The agenda also includes a review of the City Council's 2022 priority and work plan.

• Police chief selection process discussion
• City Council 2022 Priority and Work Plan discussion
• Neighborhood Development Fund
• Update on committees, boards, and activities

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is reviewing zoning amendments related to the 1-4 Unit Housing Study and a proposal to increase allowed alcohol content in parks. The agenda also includes approvals for various business licenses and new collective bargaining agreements.

• Zoning amendment for 1-4 Unit Housing Study
• Rezoning of 83 Douglas St to townhouse residential
• Increasing park alcohol limits from 3.2% to 5.5%
• Reallocating $500,000 within the Parks and Recreation budget
• Approval of liquor licenses for 229 6th Street East and 255 6th Street East

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is reviewing several property and financing items. This includes a $750,000 Community Development Block Grant loan for 352 Wacouta Street and a construction easement at 145 Smith Avenue. Public hearings are also scheduled regarding the Lowertown Ramp lease and parkland conveyance on Portland Avenue.

• $750,000 CDBG loan and financing for American House at 352 Wacouta Street
• Temporary construction easement to MnDOT at 145 Smith Avenue
• Lease Agreement for the Lowertown Ramp at 316 Jackson Street North
• Conveyance of parkland diversion property at 420 Portland Avenue

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will consider bond issuances for the McCarron’s Treatment Plant Improvement Project and a solar power purchase agreement with GreenMark Solar, Inc. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Lead Water Service Replacement Plan.

• Issuance of Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2022, for McCarron’s Treatment Plant improvements
• Master Agreement with GreenMark Solar, Inc. for solar power purchase
• Easements for public water mains at the Highland Bridge Redevelopment Site
• Amendment to a design-build agreement with CH2M Hill Engineers, Inc.
• Discussion of the Lead Water Service Replacement Plan

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings committee will review several orders regarding the rehabilitation or removal of structures. The agenda also includes appeals related to vacant building registration fees and fire certificate revocations.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 1722 Reaney Avenue and 1941 University Avenue West
• A review request for a potential stay of demolition enforcement at 288 Avon Street North
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration fees at 1503 Van Buren Avenue and 1354 Sherburne Avenue
• An appeal to a revocation of a Fire Certificate of Occupancy at 390 Sims Avenue
• Findings on nuisance abatement for properties at 1034 Bradley Street and 419 Fry Street

Audit Committee

The St. Paul Audit Committee met on January 10, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural items and a reference to SR 22-7 without further detail.

• SR 22-7 Audit Committee

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying several appealed special tax assessments for specific properties. The meeting also includes reviewing assessments for the city's costs related to collecting delinquent garbage bills from July to September 2021.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 143 Baker Street West
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 133 Jenks Avenue
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 593 Humboldt Avenue
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 566 Orleans Street
• Ratification of assessments for the city's cost of collecting delinquent garbage bills

City Council

The City Council will consider zoning amendments from the 1-4 Unit Housing Study and a rezoning for 83 Douglas St. The agenda includes allocating Federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds and approving several labor agreements. Other items involve brewery licensing and transit project agreements.

• Zoning amendments for the 1-4 Unit Housing Study
• Allocation of Federal Emergency Rental Assistance funds
• Brewery license for Wabasha Brewing Company at 429 Wabasha Street South
• Agreement with Met Council for Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project
• $25,000 donation to Central Village Park

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider several appeals regarding special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes reviewing vacant building registration fees and fire certificate of occupancy inspections or revocations.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties on DeSoto Street, Edmund Avenue, Rice Street, Wakefield Avenue, Carroll Avenue, and 7th Street East
• Ratification of assessment rolls for graffiti removal, building security, and vacant building registration fees
• Appeal regarding a vacant building registration fee at 1503 Van Buren Avenue
• Appeal of a Fire Certificate of Occupancy revocation at 1350 Saint Clair Avenue
• Appeals for fire safety inspections at 776 Reaney Avenue, 376 Fuller Avenue, and 1055 Laurel Avenue

Licensing Hearing

The Saint Paul Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application for Em Que Viet LLC, doing business as Em Que Viet Restaurant & Bar. The agenda includes reviews of floorplans, incident reports, and objections related to the application.

• Class N license application for Em Que Viet LLC (d/b/a Em Que Viet Restaurant & Bar)