St. Paul public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and adopt the 2025 Budget. The session includes a report and discussion regarding possible budget-related vetoes issued by the Mayor.

• Adoption of the 2025 Budget (RES 24-1763)
• Discussion of Mayor's line item vetoes (SR 24-220)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to set base garbage service rates for 2025. It will also hear an appeal of a zoning board decision denying two variance requests for a new multifamily dwelling at 1963 Grand Avenue. Consent agenda items include multiple budget reallocations, license approvals, and assessments for cleanup services.

• Public hearing to set new base garbage service rates effective April 1, 2025
• Appeal of Benegas Properties for two zoning variances at 1963 Grand Avenue
• Reallocating $200,000 from General Professional Services to EAMS capital project
• Amending agreement with HOURCAR for shared electric vehicle fleet
• Supporting Port Authority acquisition of former Kmart site at 245 Maryland Avenue East

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will vote on two resolutions: one to subordinate a $400,000 CDBG loan for the Dayton's Bluff Construction Training Center, and another to authorize the use of unobligated tax increment for infrastructure improvements at The Heights development, along with a budget amendment. The agenda also includes presentations on a new business assistance fund for LaNoire Bridal and a year-end review, as well as recognitions of retiring staff.

• Subordination of $400,000 CDBG loan to Dayton's Bluff Construction Training Center (District 4, Ward 7)
• Authorization of tax increment financing for infrastructure improvements at The Heights (District 2, Ward 6) with HRA budget amendment
• Introduction of LaNoire Bridal Business Assistance Fund (presentation)
• 2024 Housing and Redevelopment Authority Year End Review (presentation)
• Recognition of retiring employees Diane Nordquist and Dan Bayers

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will discuss and potentially approve the scope of work for a Capital Improvement Budget study presented by Wilder Research. The committee will also receive an update on the Parks and Library Implementation List and discuss the topic selection schedule for 2025. The draft 2025 Audit Committee schedule is on the agenda for consideration.

• Capital Improvement Budget Project Scope of Work FINAL with presentation by Heather Britt, Wilder Research
• Update on Parks and Library Implementation List
• Discuss Topic Selection Schedule for future audits
• Audit Committee Schedule 2025 draft
• Resolution SR 24-216 (agenda item)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will vote on ratifying appealed special tax assessments for numerous properties, including 554 Arundel Street, 1631 Charles Avenue, and 1425 Galtier Street. The agenda also includes ratifying assessment rolls for garbage cleanup and tall‑grass removal services, and hearing appeals of code‑enforcement orders such as vacate notices and summary abatement orders.

• Ratify appealed special tax assessment for 554 Arundel St (File No. VB2504, Assessment No. 258803)
• Ratify appealed special tax assessment for 1631 Charles Ave (File No. J2507T, Assessment No. 258515)
• Ratify assessment roll for Rubbish and Garbage Clean Up services Aug 12‑26 2024 (File No. J2507R, Assessment No. 258512)
• Appeal of Notice of Condemnation and Order to Vacate for 973 Front Ave (Sponsor Kim)
• Appeal of Vacant Building Registration Renewal for 729 Hawthorne Ave E (Sponsor Yang)

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will consider a Class N license application for D X LLC, doing business as Rite Liquor. The owner of the establishment is Dennis Xiong.

• Class N License Application for D X LLC (d/b/a Rite Liquor)

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will consider a Class N license application submitted by Minipac LLC, owned by Tareq Alajrami. The hearing includes a review of various supporting documents such as floor plans and incident reports.

• Class N License Application for Minipac LLC (License ID# 20240001961)

Charter Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding CCI 24-8. This item proposes an amendment to Chapter 6.03.1 of the Saint Paul Charter concerning the imposition of civil penalties for ordinance violations.

• Public hearing on proposed Charter Amendment CCI 24-8
• Amendment to Chapter 6.03.1 regarding civil penalties for city ordinance violations
• Approval of the November 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

The City of Saint Paul is conducting a rent stabilization appeal hearing. Tenants James W. Bush and Linda D. Dear are appealing a rent stabilization determination for apartments 10 and 11 at 1391 Hazelwood Street.

• Appeal of rent stabilization determination for 1391 Hazelwood Street, Apartments 10 and 11

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body is hearing an appeal by Amber Duncan against a Notice of Condemnation as Unfit for Human Habitation and Order to Vacate at 973 Front Avenue. The agenda contains only this single item, with multiple supporting documents attached. No other business is scheduled.

• Appeal of Amber Duncan to Notice of Condemnation and Order to Vacate at 973 Front Avenue

Library Board

The Library Board will vote on a resolution adopting the 2025 budget and requesting property tax financing. The board will also consider approving a debt write-off for 2024 and receive a staff report on 2024 library highlights. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes.

• Approval of November 6, 2024 Library Board minutes
• Resolution 24-1792 adopting 2025 budget and requesting property tax financing
• Resolution 24-1807 approving library debt write-off for 2024
• Staff report on 2024 Library Highlights

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will vote on the 2025 budget, utility rate increases, and various grants. The agenda includes consent items, public hearings, and ordinances.

• Approving the 2025 City Tax Levy and Adopting the 2025 Budget
• Setting 2025 Sanitary Sewer and Storm Sewer rates
• Approving $5,015,327.11 grant for Kellogg-3rd Bridge Project
• Approving $2,000,000 FEMA grant for firefighter equipment
• Rezoning property at 470 White Bear Avenue North to RM2

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA will vote on the final 2025 budget and property tax levy. The board will also review proposed changes to the Homeowner Rehab and Downpayment Assistance Program guidelines.

• Approval of the final 2025 HRA budget and property tax levy
• Amendments to Homeowner Rehab and Downpayment Assistance Program Guidelines
• Public hearing for revenue bonds for Children’s Health Care at 345 Smith Avenue
• Introduction of Tax Increment Financing spending plan for The Heights
• Introduction of Dayton's Bluff Construction Training Center Subordination

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer is presiding over cases regarding the rehabilitation or removal of structures and appeals to abatement orders. The body will review specific property disputes involving fire certificates of occupancy and vacant building registrations.

• Order for rehabilitation or razing of structures at 674 Magnolia Avenue East
• Order for rehabilitation or razing of structures at 1784 Norfolk Avenue
• Vehicle Abatement Order appeal for 1449 Breda Avenue
• Summary and Vehicle Abatement Order appeal for 1875 North Park Drive
• Vacant Building Registration Renewal and Summary Abatement Order appeal for 729 Hawthorne Avenue East

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to review financial statements and budget amendments. The body will consider a permit agreement for a community garden on Board property and a funding agreement regarding Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit water system upgrades.

• Permit Agreement with Rice Street Gardens for a community garden on Board property
• Budget Amendment No. 10 to reallocate $200,000 to EAMS capital project and transfer $450,000 from materials to services
• Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Subordinate Funding Agreement No. 3 Amendment No. 1 for water system upgrade reimbursements
• Budget Amendment No. 9 for a Met Council grant
• Approval of October 2024 Financial Statements

City Council

The City Council will vote on the 2025 city budget and property tax levy, along with setting sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and water charges for 2025. They will hold a public hearing on a rezoning of 470 White Bear Avenue from H2 to RM2 for a church. The consent agenda includes various grant authorizations, agreements, and license actions.

• Approving the 2025 City Tax Levy and adopting the 2025 Budget.
• Setting 2025 Sanitary Sewer and Storm Sewer rates.
• Establishing 2025 Water Charges.
• Public hearing on rezoning 470 White Bear Avenue North from H2 to RM2.
• Authorization for River Balcony project grant application up to $1,000,000.

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to certify the 2025 HRA property tax levy and approve the final 2025 budget. The body will also consider administrative orders to adjust the 2024 Debt Service and Parking Enterprise funds.

• Resolution RES 24-1769: Final 2025 HRA budget and property tax levy
• AO 24-82: Amending 2024 HRA Debt Service Fund Budget
• AO 24-83: Amending 2024 HRA Parking Enterprise Fund Budget
• SR 24-195: Downpayment Assistance & Home Rehab Program updates
• SR 24-200: Introduction to Conduit Revenue Bonds for Children's Health Care

Legislative Hearings

The City of Saint Paul Legislative Hearing Officer will hold hearings on December 3, 2024, to consider ratifying or deleting appealed special tax assessments for properties at several addresses, including multiple items for 2023 Magnolia Avenue East. The meeting also includes a finding on a nuisance abatement at 470 Goodrich Avenue, an appeal of a vacant building registration at 150-152 Page Street West, and an appeal of a correction notice at 735 Cook Avenue East. All items are routine property code enforcement matters.

• Multiple appealed special tax assessments for 2023 Magnolia Avenue East (files J2502B, J2503B, J2501R, J2502E, J2503E, etc.)
• Nuisance abatement finding at 470 Goodrich Avenue
• Vacant building registration appeal at 150-152 Page Street West
• Correction notice appeal (with condemnation) at 735 Cook Avenue East
• Assessment rolls for boarding, fire fees, inspection, vacant building, and graffiti removal

City Council

The City Council holds the final Truth in Taxation hearing on the proposed 2025 Budget and Tax Levy, where residents may testify in person, by phone, or submit written comments. This is the public hearing required before adoption of the levy and budget.

• Public hearing on proposed 2025 Budget and Tax Levy (Truth in Taxation)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is meeting to elect officers and receive an introductory presentation from the City Attorney's Office. The body will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to the city charter concerning civil penalties.

• Public hearing on CCI 24-8: amendment to Chapter 6.03.1 regarding civil penalties for city ordinance violations
• Election of Charter Commission officers (CCI 24-5)
• Charter Commission 101 presentation by City Attorney's Office (CCI 24-7)
• Approval of September 5, 2023 meeting minutes (CCI 24-4)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will hold hearings on property maintenance enforcement actions, including orders to repair or raze structures, nuisance abatement findings, and appeals of vacant building registration fees and orders to vacate. The most detailed item involves 887 Charles Ave, where the city council is considering amending a prior order to allow removal only instead of full rehabilitation.

• 887 CHARLES AVENUE: amend to removal only from prior repair-or-razing order
• 925 MAGNOLIA AVENUE EAST: proposed order to repair or raze structures
• 706 CONWAY STREET: nuisance abatement finding on substantial abatement
• 317 DALY STREET: appeal of summary abatement order by Elizabeth Eirwood
• 511 MINNEHAHA AVENUE EAST: appeal of revocation of fire certificate of occupancy and order to vacate

Licensing Hearing

The St. Paul Licensing Hearing considers a Class N license application for Sweeney's Saloon, owned by William Rolf. The agenda includes multiple attachments such as incident reports, objections, and zoning maps.

• Class N License Application for Sweeney's LLC, d/b/a Sweeney's Saloon
• Two objections submitted, one after the comment period
• Includes STAMP Activity Report and Incident Report

City Council

The council will consider a consent agenda that includes an in‑kind donation of $30,000 design services for the Linwood Recreation Center and several appointments to city committees. It will vote on multiple resolutions approving assessments to fund rubbish, garbage, and tall‑grass removal services for 2024. A key item is the final adoption of an ordinance amending the gas and electric franchises granted to Northern States Power Company. The council will also authorize grant applications for storm‑water planning and other capital projects.

• Amending the gas and electric franchises for Northern States Power Company (Ord 24-32).
• Authorizing an in‑kind donation of $30,000 structural engineering services for Linwood Recreation Center (RES 24-1600).
• Approving assessments to fund rubbish/garbage clean‑up and tall‑grass removal services for 2024 (Resolutions 24-1637 to 24-1641).
• Approving appointments to the Capital Improvement Budget Committee and the Parks and Recreation Commission (Res 24-1600, 24-1690).
• Authorizing the Department of Public Works to apply for a Minnesota Pollution Control Agency storm‑water planning grant (Res 24-1674).

Budget Committee

The St. Paul Budget Committee will consider the Office of Financial Empowerment’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2025. It will also review the Office of Financial Services’ year‑end financial projections for 2024. Finally, the committee will hold a follow‑up discussion on the police department’s budget. The meeting recesses after the second item and reconvenes at 1:00 PM for the third item.

• Review SR 24-196: Office of Financial Empowerment proposed budget for 2025
• Review SR 24-197: Office of Financial Services year‑end projection for 2024
• Discussion SR 24-198: Police budget follow‑up

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will conduct a public hearing regarding the Commercial Corridors Fund. The board will also consider budget amendments for three Tax Increment Financing districts and review updates to home rehab and downpayment assistance programs.

• Public hearing on the Commercial Corridors Fund
• Budget amendment for Block 4 Redevelopment TIF District
• Budget amendment for TIF District No. 1 (North Quadrant)
• Budget amendment for Straus Building TIF District
• Updates to Downpayment Assistance & Home Rehab Program

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying several appealed special tax assessments for properties, including for tall grass/weed removal and rubbish/garbage cleanup. The agenda also includes appeals of correction notices, vacant building registration fees, and fire certificate of occupancy orders. Some items are marked as late additions or slated for deletion.

• Ratifying appealed special tax assessment for 1528 Huron St. (File No. J2504T)
• Ratifying appealed special tax assessment for 1367 Breda Ave. (File No. J2505R)
• Appeal of Barbara Ritt to a Correction Notice at 914 Charlotte St.
• Appeal of Patrick Cusick to a Vacant Building Registration Fee Warning at 517 Iowa Ave E.
• Appeal of Jaswant Teekasingh to Revocation of Fire Certificate of Occupancy at 159 Pennsylvania Ave W.

City Council

The City Council will vote on final adoption of amendments to the gas and electric franchises granted to Northern States Power Company (Xcel Energy). A public hearing will be held on a proposal to amend drive-through and walk-up service window regulations. The council will also discuss a $6.8 million HOME-ARP budget allocation for affordable housing and a rezoning request at 470 White Bear Avenue. Many items on the consent agenda involve grants, appointments, and license transfers.

• Final adoption of Ord 24-32 amending Xcel Energy gas/electric franchises
• Public hearing on Ord 24-26 to amend drive-through and walk-up service window regulations
• RES PH 24-281: $6,789,929 HOME-ARP capital improvement budget allocation
• Ord 24-33: Rezone 470 White Bear Ave N from H2 to RM2 for Church of St. Pascal Baylon
• RES 24-1651: Issuance and sale of Recycling and Solid Waste Revenue Bonds Series 2024E

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review proposed budgets for the Saint Paul Port Authority and the RiverCentre Convention and Visitors Authority for the 2025 fiscal year.

• SR 24-193: Port Authority proposed 2025 budget
• SR 24-194: RiverCentre Convention and Visitors Authority proposed 2025 budget
• SR 24-194: RCVA Resolution 24-008 for Board approval of 2025 annual budget

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will discuss and possibly vote on several items: appointing a recording secretary, a fourth amendment to the tax increment financing plan for the Shepard Davern Rental Housing Project (District 15, Ward 3), the acquisition of 415 Clarence Street and relocation of its contract-for-deed holder (District 4, Ward 7), and a presentation on the proposed 2025 HRA and PED budget. Public comment on public hearing items may be submitted in writing or by voicemail before the meeting.

• Resolution 24-1659: Fourth amendment to TIF plan for Shepard Davern Rental Housing Project with budget amendment
• Resolution 24-1661: Acquisition of 415 Clarence Street and relocation of contract-for-deed holder
• Staff Report 24-158: HRA and PED 2025 Budget Presentation
• Resolution 24-1656: Appointment of Recording Secretary (procedural)

Legislative Hearings

The city is conducting hearings to decide on the rehabilitation or removal of a structure and to review appeals regarding vehicle and nuisance abatements. The body will also hear appeals concerning fire certificates of occupancy and orders to vacate for specific properties.

• Order for rehabilitation or razing of structure at 887 Charles Avenue
• Appeal of vehicle abatement orders at 1449 Breda Avenue and 231 Annapolis Street East
• Appeal of revocation of Fire Certificate of Occupancy and order to vacate at 365 Sherburne Avenue
• Appeal of Fire Certificate of Occupancy with deficiencies at 948 Cook Avenue East
• Appeal of correction notice-reinspection complaint at 1250 Minnehaha Avenue East

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will vote on a professional services agreement with Ferguson Enterprises LLC to supply water meters and components. It will also consider authorizing engineering firms for soil borings related to the 2025 lead service line replacement project. Additional items include routine approvals of minutes, financial statements, and informational reports.

• Approve contract with Ferguson Enterprises LLC for water meter materials (Resolution 24-1675)
• Authorize Gale‑Tec Engineering, Inc. for soil borings for 2025 lead service line replacement (Resolution 24-1676)
• Authorize American Engineering Testing for soil borings for 2025 lead service line replacement (Resolution 24-1677)
• Approve September 2024 financial statements
• Approve minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to discuss and vote on the approval of the Collection Development Policy. The agenda also includes a review of upcoming library events for November 2024.

• RES 24-1598: Approval of the Collection Development Policy
• SR 24-186: Collection Development Policy Overview
• SR 24-184: Upcoming Library Events

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will consider a consent agenda approving Cultural STAR and Neighborhood STAR grants, bridge project agreements, and various property assessments. A discussion item involves an early childhood education program plan. Public hearings include amending Xcel Energy's franchise. The council will vote on final adoption of a wage theft ordinance and first readings of drive-through zoning amendments and a rezoning at 470 White Bear Ave N.

• Final adoption of wage theft ordinance (Ord 24-27)
• Public hearing on amending Xcel Energy's gas and electric franchise (Ord 24-32)
• Accepting $2,900 donation from Duluth & Case Recreation Center Booster Club (RES 24-1597)
• Approving liquor license for Xieng Khouang Restaurant at 1756 Old Hudson Rd (RES 24-1581)
• Authorizing cooperative agreement with Ramsey County for Dale Street Bridge Project (RES 24-1466)

Budget Committee

The St. Paul Budget Committee will discuss proposed budgets for the Regional Water Services and City Attorney's Office for 2025. The meeting includes presentations and attachments for both departments.

• SR 24-190: Regional Water Services proposed budget for 2025
• SR 24-191: City Attorney's Office proposed budget for 2025
• SR 24-190: SPRWS Budget Presentation
• SR 24-191: CAO Budget Presentation
• SR 24-191: ETHOS -- Reflections and Feedback from participants victims and circle members

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will discuss the proposed acquisition of 415 Clarence Street and receive updates on the Inspiring Communities/Small-Scale Development Strategy and Ramsey County housing programs. A presentation on the HRA-PED 2025 budget, laid over from the previous meeting, is also scheduled. The board will vote to approve minutes from seven prior meetings.

• Introduction to acquisition of 415 Clarence Street (SR 24-187)
• Inspiring Communities / Small-Scale Development Strategy update (SR 24-188)
• Ramsey County update on housing programs LAHA/DPA/RA (SR 24-189)
• HRA-PED 2025 Budget Presentation, laid over from Oct. 23 (SR 24-158)
• Approval of HRA minutes from September and October 2024

Legislative Hearings

The body is hearing appeals regarding special tax assessments, nuisance abatements, and vacant building registrations. The meeting also includes the ratification of several assessment rolls for city services and a water bill appeal.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties including 2117 Mohawk Avenue and 916 University Avenue West
• Ratification of assessment rolls for vacant building registration fees, graffiti removal, and fire certificate of occupancy fees
• Nuisance abatement appeal findings for 1478 Ames Avenue and 1529 Grantham Street
• Vacant building registration appeals for 494 Edmund Avenue and 1271 Marion Street
• Water service bill appeal for 1369 Windy Ridge Place

City Council

The City Council will consider a new ordinance regarding wage theft and discuss amending the City Charter concerning administrative citations. The body is also deciding on various property assessments, business license transfers, and labor agreements.

• Public hearing for an ordinance adding Chapter 224A titled Wage Theft to the Legislative Code
• Spending plan of $482,510.25 for the Hidden Falls Drive Reconstruction project
• Tree planting grant funds in the amount of $90,749
• Budget increase of $60,000 for Regional Water Services postage fees
• Project Labor Agreement for the rehabilitation of the Mary Hall building at 438 Dorothy Day Place

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss two items. The session includes a presentation from Heading Home Ramsey and a review of the 2025 proposed budget for the Department of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO).

• Heading Home Ramsey presentation (SR 24-178)
• Department of Human Rights and Equal Economic Opportunity (HREEO) proposed budget for 2025 (SR 24-185)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider decertifying the Koch Mobil Redevelopment Tax Increment Financing District and approve a $3.3 million loan package for the Mary Hall project. The board will also discuss amendments to a rental housing TIF district and the 2025 budget.

• Decertification of Koch Mobil Redevelopment TIF District
• Approval of $2.16M Pooled TIF Loan for Mary Hall project
• Approval of $1.16M LCA loan for Mary Hall project
• Introduction to Formal Amendment to Shepard Davern Rental Housing TIF District
• HRA - PED 2025 Budget Presentation

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Committee will consider orders to rehabilitate or raze structures at 455 Robert St S and 925 Magnolia Ave E, make findings on a nuisance abatement for 733 Fairview Ave N, and hear appeals of correction notices, vacant building registrations, and fire‑certificate vacate orders. The committee will also vote on appealed special tax assessments for properties on Edgerton, Maryland, Mechanic, Reaney, and Virginia streets.

• Order to rehabilitate or raze structures at 455 Robert St S within 15 days after the Aug 2 2023 City Council hearing
• Order to rehabilitate or raze structures at 925 Magnolia Ave E within 15 days after the Dec 4 2024 City Council hearing
• Finding on nuisance abatement for 733 Fairview Ave N (Council File RLH RR 24‑26)
• Appeal of correction notice for 997 Sherburne Ave (RLH CO 24‑13)
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 1225 Edgerton St (File CG2403A1, Assessment 240115)

Legislative Hearings

The City of Saint Paul will hold hearings to ratify appealed special tax assessments for five properties. The body will consider ratifying assessments at 1033, 1669, and 836 Maryland Avenue East, 1209 Dayton Avenue, and 1056 Oxford Street North.

• Ratify assessment at 1033 Maryland Avenue East
• Ratify assessment at 1669 Maryland Avenue East
• Ratify assessment at 1209 Dayton Avenue
• Ratify assessment at 836 Rose Avenue East
• Ratify assessment at 1056 Oxford Street North

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will consider a first reading of an ordinance adding a chapter on wage theft to the city code. The meeting includes several consent agenda items authorizing grants, labor agreements, and project funding, as well as public hearings on property maintenance appeals.

• First reading of Ordinance 24-27 adding a Wage Theft chapter to Title XXIII
• Authorizing $130,000 reallocation within the Highland Nine Hole Golf Budget
• Authorizing $118,230 HMEP grant for firefighter training
• Authorizing $118,230 Heavy Duty On-road Replacement Grant for vehicle replacement
• Authorizing $17,513 in salary savings to pay rent for the Office of Neighborhood Safety

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed 2025 budgets for two city departments. The session includes presentations for Human Resources and the Office of Technology and Communications.

• Human Resources proposed budget for 2025 (SR 24-181)
• Office of Technology and Communications proposed budget for 2025 (SR 24-180)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board will consider a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) request labeled SR 24-175. It will also discuss the introduction of SR 24-174 to decertify the Koch Mobil TIF district. Finally, the board will present the PED 2025 budget under SR 24-158, which was previously laid over from the October 9 board meeting.

• SR 24-175 Tax Increment Financing (TIF) 201 – sponsor Noecker
• SR 24-174 Introduction to Koch Mobil TIF District Decertification – sponsor Noecker
• SR 24-158 HRA - PED 2025 Budget Presentation – sponsor Noecker (laid over from Oct 9, 2024 board meeting)

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will meet behind closed doors on October 16, 2024 to receive an IT security briefing. The briefing will cover the city's current and future risk for cyber events and intrusion, a summary of past cyber‑attacks and the city's response, and an overview of an OTC strategy for mitigating municipal cyber‑attack risks. No formal actions or votes are indicated on the agenda.

• IT security briefing covering cyber risk, past attacks, and mitigation strategy

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to discuss the scope of the CIB topic and a proposed 2025 meeting calendar. The body will also recognize Jenna McCullough for her work with city staff and customer service managers.

• CIB Topic - Scope discussion with Wilder Research
• Proposed 2025 Audit Committee meeting calendar
• Resolution 24-1495 honoring Jenna McCullough
• Customer and Constituent Workgroup Summary Presentation 2024

Legislative Hearings

The St. Paul Legislative Hearings will consider ratifying special tax assessments for 16 properties and two assessment rolls, along with making findings on 5 nuisance abatement appeals and one correction order.

• Ratifying special tax assessments for 16 properties including 155 Ruth St N, 460 Prior Ave N, and 809 Thomas Ave
• Ratifying assessment rolls for rubbish/garbage clean up and tall grass/weed removal
• Making findings on 5 nuisance abatement appeals including 1240 Blair Ave and 121 Curtice St E
• Addressing an appeal of a Correction Order at 1396 Sargent Ave
• Hearing an appeal of a Vacant Building Registration Renewal Notice at 145 Belvidere St E

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several budget amendments, grant acceptances, and housing loans. The body will also hold public hearings regarding street paving assessments and sound level variances.

• Acceptance of $35,000,000 from Minnesota Public Finance Authority for lead service replacement
• Approval of a $3,350,000 ARPA loan for the Kimball Court housing project at 545 Snelling Avenue North
• Final adoption of rezoning for 629 Bush Ave to transitional industrial district
• Public hearings for paving and lighting assessments on Annapolis Street
• Acceptance of a $50,000 grant from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for Local Climate Action

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed 2025 budget for the Department of Safety and Inspections. The session includes a council presentation regarding the department's financial planning.

• Proposed 2025 budget for the Department of Safety and Inspections (SR 24-172)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to recognize the recipients of the 2024 Saint Paul Business Awards. The session consists of a single discussion item regarding these honors.

• RES 24-1478: Honoring the recipients of the 2024 Saint Paul Business Awards

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority Board will vote on Resolution 24-1491 to fund a $3,350,000 loan from American Rescue Plan Act (SLFRF) funds and extend terms on an existing HOME loan for the Kimball Court project at 545 Snelling Avenue N. The board will also receive an introduction to the Mary Hall project at 438 Dorothy Day Place, a Full Stack Update, and a presentation of the HRA 2025 budget. All items are scheduled for discussion at the October 9, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution 24-1491: loan of $3,350,000 for Kimball Court project, 545 Snelling Ave N
• Introduction to Mary Hall project at 438 Dorothy Day Place
• Full Stack Update presentation
• HRA 2025 Budget presentation
• D11 Hamline Midway Neighborhood Profile attached to Resolution 24-1491

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider recommending the 2025 budget to the Saint Paul City Council. The meeting includes discussions on proposed changes to the water shut-off process and a private water main agreement.

• Recommendation of the 2025 budget to Saint Paul City Council (RES 24-1484)
• Private Water Main Agreement for 1530 Oakdale Avenue in West Saint Paul (RES 24-1482)
• 2024 Budget Amendment No. 8 to increase spending and financing for postage (RES 24-1483)
• Proposed changes to the water shut-off process (CO 24-54)
• Approval of August 2024 Financial Statements (RES 24-1481)

Legislative Hearings

The city is conducting hearings to determine the rehabilitation or removal of structures and to rule on various abatement appeals. The body will also hear appeals regarding vacant building registrations and fire certificate revocations.

• Order for rehabilitation or razing of 674 Magnolia Avenue East
• Substantial nuisance abatement findings for 678 Snelling Avenue North, 346 Sherburne Avenue, and 733 Fairview Avenue North
• Vacant building registration appeals for 697 Surrey Avenue, 188 Acker Street, 899 Burr Street, and 912 Fry Street
• Appeal of a Revocation of Fire Certificate of Occupancy and Order to Vacate at 365 Sherburne Avenue
• Appeal of a Summary Abatement Order at 1040 Bush Avenue

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings Committee will vote on ratifying appealed special tax assessments for three private properties: 1223 Farrington Street, 735 Maryland Avenue East, and 1056 Oxford Street North. The committee will also ratify assessments covering the City’s cost of collecting delinquent garbage bills for service periods from April to June 2024. All items are listed as special tax assessments with associated file and assessment numbers.

• Ratify appealed Special Tax Assessment for 1223 Farrington Street (File No. CG2403A1, Assessment No. 240115)
• Ratify appealed Special Tax Assessment for 735 Maryland Avenue East (File No. CG2403A1, Assessment No. 240115)
• Ratify appealed Special Tax Assessment for 1056 Oxford Street North (File No. CG2403A2, Assessment No. 240116)
• Ratify assessment for City’s cost of collecting delinquent garbage bills April‑June 2024 (File No. CG2403A1, Assessment No. 240115)
• Ratify assessment for City’s cost of collecting delinquent garbage bills April‑June 2024 (File No. CG2403A2, Assessment No. 240116)

City Council

The City Council will vote on various budget amendments, business licenses, and sound variances. Key actions include a large affordable housing loan and a rezoning request for a property on Bush Avenue.

• Transfer of $4,900,000 in ARPA funds for the CB Ford Site II housing project at 2260 Bohland Avenue
• Rezoning application for 629 Bush Ave from residential and light industrial to transitional industrial
• Public hearing for 2025 Water Charges set for November 6, 2024
• Budget reallocation of $40,000 for public website maintenance
• District Energy St. Paul, Inc. requests to amend 2025 heating and cooling rates

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider approving two loans totaling $5,475,000 to fund a multi-family housing project at 2260 Bohland Avenue. The body will also introduce the Kimball Court project and present the 2025 budget.

• Resolution to approve $4.9M SLFRF loan for 2260 Bohland Avenue
• Resolution to approve $575K Livable Communities loan for 2260 Bohland Avenue
• Introduction to Kimball Court project at 545 Snelling Avenue N
• Presentation of HRA PED 2025 Budget
• Presentation on Consolidated Plan & Outreach

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the 2025 maximum property tax levies for the City and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. The body will also consider a request for the Saint Paul Public Library Agency to levy property taxes. Other business includes zoning changes and various license approvals.

• 2025 maximum property tax levy for the City and Housing and Redevelopment Authority
• First reading of ordinance to rezone 629 Bush Ave to transitional industrial district
• Proposed $1,500,000 increase in Fleet Services Fund for vehicle and equipment replacements
• Application for $96,000 grant for native woodland habitat restoration at Swede Hollow Park
• Sound level variances for Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon and Minnesota United FC

Library Board

The Library Board is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding property taxes for the Saint Paul Public Library Agency. The board will convene during the City Council meeting.

• RES 24-1424: Requesting that the City levy property taxes for the Saint Paul Public Library Agency

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss the 2025 maximum property tax levy and the 2025 budget. The board will also consider a resolution regarding loan terms and rent increases for a property in District 12.

• 2025 maximum property tax levy for the HRA, Citywide
• HRA - PED 2025 Budget Presentation
• Extension of terms and rent increase from 50% AMI to 60% AMI for a deferred loan at 1068 Raymond Avenue

Budget Committee

The St. Paul Budget Committee will hold a presentation and public hearing to discuss and accept comments on the Mayor's 2025 Proposed Budget. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at the City Hall and Court House.

• Public hearing on Mayor's 2025 Proposed Budget
• Presentation on the 2025 Budget
• Discussion and public comment session
• Meeting location: City Hall and Court House, 15 West Kellogg Boulevard
• Meeting location: El Rio Vista Recreation Center, 179 Robie St

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Committee will consider a removal/repair order for 674 Magnolia Avenue East, directing rehabilitation or demolition within fifteen days after the November 6 public hearing. It will also make findings on several appealed substantial nuisance abatements for properties on Charles, Goodrich, Minnehaha, Rose, Sherburne, Snelling, Third, Woodbridge, and other streets. Additional items include appeals of summary abatement orders, correction notices, vacant building registration renewals, and fire‑certificate revocations.

• Removal/Repair Order: rehabilitate or raze structures at 674 Magnolia Ave E within 15 days after the Nov 6 public hearing (Council File RLH RR 24-34).
• Finding on appealed substantial nuisance abatement for 939 Charles Ave (Council File RLH RR 24-6).
• Appeal of Gonzalo R. Sanchez to a Summary Abatement Order at 1040 Bush Ave (Council File RLH SAO 24-34).
• Appeal of Shai Lebovich & Carolyn Brown to a Vacant Building Registration Renewal Notice at 188 Acker St (Council File RLH VBR 24-50).
• Appeal of Angela Seard for Willow & Brook to a Fire Certificate of Occupancy Revocation and Order to Vacate at 518 Dayton Ave (Council File RLH VO 24-29).

Licensing Hearing

The City of Saint Paul Licensing Hearing will consider the application for a Class N license for Los Ocampo Mexican Restaurant, d/b/a Los Ocampo Mexican Restaurant. The agenda lists supporting documents such as floor plans, street photos, zoning map, and a letter of concern. The hearing is scheduled for 3:00 PM on September 19, 2024 in Legislative Hearing Room 330.

• Review of License Application ID# 20240001327 for Los Ocampo Mexican Restaurant
• Examination of floor plan and zoning map for the proposed location
• Consideration of a Letter of Concern submitted with the application

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will vote on a 2025 meeting calendar, a public hearing for sewer rate increases, and a cannabis ordinance. The agenda includes approvals for budget reallocations, public works equipment purchases, and various liquor and parking licenses.

• Approving 2025 City Council meeting schedule
• Setting public hearing for 2025 Sanitary Sewer Rates
• Reallocating $211,466 for Public Works equipment
• Amending cannabis cultivation and processing laws
• Authorizing $500,000 match for Digital Equity Grant

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will discuss a resolution to extend a temporary license agreement for bike racks on HRA-owned property. The board will also receive staff reports regarding 1068 Raymond Avenue and Tax Increment Financing (TIF).

• License agreement extension for bike racks at 694 Minnehaha Avenue East with Kaleidoscope Brewing LLC
• Staff report on 1068 Raymond Avenue
• Update on Tax Increment Financing (TIF)

City Council

The Saint Paul City Council will hold a closed‑door session under Minnesota Statute 13D.05, subdivision 3(b). The meeting is scheduled to discuss the pending lawsuit Veith v. City of Saint Paul. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed‑door discussion of pending litigation in Veith v. City of Saint Paul

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will discuss the final report on collaboration between the Public Library and Parks and Recreation, along with updates on Community Investment Bond (CIB) projects and community engagement efforts.

• Public Library and Parks and Recreation Collaboration and Efficiency Study - Final Report
• CIB Study - Status Update
• Community Engagement - Status Update
• Other Business
• Department Efficiency and Collaboration Study document

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will discuss several ordinance items, including a resolution to amend Legislative Code Chapters 60, 63, 65, and 66 related to adult-use cannabis. Other items include adopting an early childhood program plan recommendation, amending the liquor license rules for Union Depot and the Science Museum, and several sound‑level variance applications and special tax assessments.

• Ord 24-21: Amend Legislative Code chapters on adult-use cannabis (sponsor: Jalali)
• RES 24-1340: Accept early care and education program plan recommendation (sponsors: Noecker, Yang, Kim)
• Ord 24-22: Amend Section 409.01 to allow unlimited catered events for Union Depot and Science Museum liquor licenses (sponsor: Noecker)
• RES PH 24-230: Approve sound‑level variance for Stone Saloon at 445 Smith Avenue North
• RLH TA 24-221: Ratify appealed special tax assessment for 1762 Englewood Avenue

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review Ramsey County tax trends and the proposed budget for the Office of Neighborhood Safety. The committee will also discuss the Mayor's proposed climate initiatives for 2025.

• Ramsey County tax trends (SR 24-137)
• Office of Neighborhood Safety proposed budget (SR 24-138)
• Mayor's proposed climate initiatives (SR 24-139)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2025 water charges. It will also consider resolutions to amend the 2024 water services budget, authorize engineering services with Black & Veatch, and recommend the 2025 budget and water charges to the City Council. Additional discussion items include land at Rice Street and Roselawn Avenue, a General Manager's report, Pipeline Express updates, and code change presentations.

• Public hearing on 2025 water charges (RES PH 24-240)
• Resolution 24-1332 authorizing professional services with Black & Veatch
• Resolution 24-1333 recommending 2025 budget to City Council
• Resolution 24-1334 recommending 2025 water charges to City Council
• Informational item on land at Rice Street and Roselawn Avenue (CO 24-43)

Library Board

The Library Board is meeting to discuss the 2025 Library Budget Proposal. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting.

• Staff Report SR 24-124 regarding the 2025 Library Budget Proposal
• Approval of August 7, 2024 meeting minutes (Min 24-35)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve minutes from August 2024 meetings. The board will also receive a staff briefing regarding the Commercial Corridor Strategy.

• Approval of August 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff briefing on the Commercial Corridor Strategy

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings Committee will vote on ratifying appealed special tax assessments for three properties: 1020‑1022 Aurora Avenue, 574‑576 Sherburne Avenue, and 284 Maple Street. The meeting also includes hearings on correction order appeals, summary abatement appeals, and vacant building registration appeals. All items are listed on the agenda for the September 3, 2024 session.

• Ratify appealed Special Tax Assessment for 1020 & 1022 Aurora Avenue (File No. VB2410B, Assessment No. 248827)
• Ratify appealed Special Tax Assessment for 574‑576 Sherburne Avenue (File No. VB2411, Assessment No. 248817)
• Ratify appealed Special Tax Assessment for 284 Maple Street (File No. J2410E, Assessment No. 248316)
• Appeal of Ray Krueger to a Correction Notice and Summary Abatement Order at 327 Maple Street
• Appeal of Chad Chahov to a Vacant Building Registration Notice and Condemnation Order at 1546 Wilson Avenue

Budget Committee

The committee will hear an overview from the Office of Financial Services on the Mayor's proposed 2025 budget. The discussion centers on the budget highlights presented in the attached documents. No decisions are listed; the meeting appears to be for informational review.

• SR 24-130 – Office of Financial Services presentation of Mayor's 2025 budget recommendations

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider a request for Host Approval for Bank Qualified bonds to finance the Hourcar project at 880 Duluth Street. The meeting is scheduled for 2:00 PM on August 28, 2024, at City Hall.

• SR 24-126: Request for Host Approval for Bank Qualified (BQ) Bonds for Hourcar project
• Project location: 880 Duluth Street
• Public comment deadline: 12:00 p.m. the day before the meeting

City Council

The council will vote on authorizing a contract with Minnesota Commercial Railway for the Cleveland Railroad Crossing Improvement Project. It will also consider several resolutions including a stipend increase for audit committee advisors, liquor license approvals for The High Hat Café, and multiple sound‑level variance applications. Additional items include a $500 penalty and license suspension for Twins Market & Meat and a $1.2 million budget amendment for the Parks and Recreation department.

• RES 24-1196 – Authorize agreement with Minnesota Commercial Railway for Cleveland Railroad Crossing Improvement Project
• RES 24-1203 – Approve liquor license conditions for The High Hat Café at 485 Selby Avenue
• RES 24-1233 – Direct $500 penalty and 10‑day license suspension for Twins Market & Meat at 1055 4th Street East
• RES PH 24-55 – Increase Parks and Recreation budget by $1,211,812 using fund balance and grant funds
• RES 24-1259 – Approve Collective Bargaining Agreement with IBEW Local 110 (May 2024‑April 2027)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer is reviewing appeals regarding summary abatement orders, vacant building registrations, and a vacate order. The body will determine findings on nuisance abatements and hear appeals from property owners.

• Appeal of Summary Abatement Order at 1111 Argyle Street
• Appeal of Summary Abatement Order at 1009 Fairmount Avenue
• Finding on nuisance abatement for 1818 Blair Avenue
• Appeal of Vacant Building Registration Notice at 1823 Hewitt Avenue
• Appeal of Correction Notice and vacate order at 293 Burlington Road

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing will consider ratifying appealed special tax assessments for several properties, including 99 Orange Avenue West, 586 Burgess Street, and 1029 Hudson Road. It will also vote on assessment rolls for services such as graffiti removal and vacant building registration fees. Additionally, the council will hear an appeal of a vacant building registration notice for 1546 Wilson Avenue.

• Ratify appealed special tax assessment for 99 Orange Ave W (File No. J2420R, Assessment No. 248524)
• Ratify appealed special tax assessment for 586 Burgess St (File No. VB2501, Assessment No. 258800)
• Ratify appealed special tax assessment for 1029 Hudson Rd (File No. J2424R, Assessment No. 248530)
• Ratify assessment roll for Graffiti Removal services (File No. J2501P, Assessment No. 258400)
• Appeal of vacant building registration notice for 1546 Wilson Ave (File No. RLH VBR 24-54)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss a loan for property acquisition and the reservation of tax credits for a development project. These items impact housing development in District 11 and District 4.

• Proposed $315,000 loan to New Verticals Development LLC for acquisition costs at 1749 Thomas Avenue
• Reservation of 2025 Low Income Housing Tax Credits for East 7th Development at 892 East 7th Street

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners is meeting to discuss funding and management for lead service replacement. The agenda includes authorizations for professional engineering services and agreements with MnDOT for roadway reconstruction.

• Acceptance of $35,000,000 from Minnesota Public Finance Authority for lead service replacement
• Issuance of a grant anticipation note not to exceed $7,500,000
• Professional services agreement with CDM Smith, Inc. for Lead Free SPRWS program management
• Professional services agreement with Black & Veatch for engineering services
• MnDOT Agreements No. 1057038 and 1056981 regarding Trunk Highway 61 and Trunk Highway 5

Legislative Hearings

The City of Saint Paul is conducting legislative hearings to determine the rehabilitation or removal of several structures. The body will also hear appeals regarding nuisance abatements, vacant building registration fees, and fire certificate of occupancy revocations.

• Orders for rehabilitation or removal of structures at 887 Charles Ave, 1117 Jenks Ave, 455 Robert St S, 291 Stinson St, and 929 York Ave
• Nuisance abatement findings for 188 Acker St E, 1726 Fourth St E, and 594 Brunson Ave
• Appeals of summary abatement orders at 1040 Bush Ave, 1478 Ames Ave, 1746 Lincoln Ave, and 1941 Stanford Ave
• Vacant building registration fee and notice appeals for properties on Euclid St, Montrose Pl, Charles Ave, and Fourth St E
• Appeals of Fire Certificate of Occupancy revocations and orders to vacate at 251 Maria Ave and 518 Dayton Ave

Licensing Hearing

The City of Saint Paul is holding a licensing hearing to discuss a Class N license application for Bikkurim-Baldingers 1888 LLC, doing business as Razava Bread Company.

• Class N License Application for Razava Bread Company (ID#20240001073)

Legislative Hearings

The City of Saint Paul Legislative Hearing Officer will consider ratifying special tax assessments for 19 properties, including appeals for graffiti removal, emergency boarding, and fire code violations. The body will also hear appeals regarding vacant building registrations and orders to vacate.

• Ratify special tax assessments for 19 properties
• Hear appeal of graffiti abatement order at 1040 Bush Avenue
• Hear appeal of vacant building registration at 2334 Doswell Avenue
• Hear appeal of fire certificate of occupancy revocation at 251 Maria Avenue
• Lay over appeal of summary abatement order at 1040 Bush Avenue to Aug 13

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

The City of Saint Paul is conducting a rent stabilization appeal hearing. Legislative Hearing Officer Marcia Moermond will review an appeal filed by Colin Gulling regarding a rent determination.

• Appeal of Colin Gulling regarding rent stabilization determination at 1184 Seminary Avenue

City Council

The Saint Paul City Council will vote on a $403,564 amendment to the General Government Capital Maintenance Programs. It will also consider several consent‑agenda items, including a $109,694.80 police foundation donation, a $30,000 youth employment grant, and the use of a Project Labor Agreement for United Village Redevelopment. Additional items include approval of a bike‑lane installation on Concordia and Rondo Avenues.

• Approve $403,564 amendment to General Government Capital Maintenance Programs (RES PH 24-179)
• Authorize $109,694.80 donation from Saint Paul Police Foundation for ballistic shields and breaching tools (RES PH 24-175)
• Accept $30,000 grant from Saint Paul Foundation for Right Track youth employment program (RES 24-1040)
• Authorize use of a Project Labor Agreement for United Village Redevelopment Phase 1 at 1566 University Ave West (RES 24-1033)
• Approve installation of a bike lane on Concordia Avenue and Rondo Avenue (Concordia‑Rondo Ave Bikeway Project) (RES PH 24-156)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review the mid‑point report on parks and libraries. It will discuss the feasibility of the Community Investment Board (CIB) as the next topic, including scope, the two‑year project cycle, public engagement, and equity outcomes. The committee will also consider how the CIB budget compares to the city’s operating and capital budgets and examine committee composition and process improvements.

• Midpoint report on parks and libraries
• Feasibility of the Community Investment Board (CIB) scope
• Effectiveness of the two‑year cycle for city and community‑submitted projects
• Public engagement and equity assessment for CIB grants
• Comparison of CIB spending to the city’s operating and capital budgets

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will review several appealed special tax assessments related to delinquent garbage hauling. The hearings include ratifying specific property assessments and the city's costs for collecting delinquent bills.

• Ratification of assessment for 299 Burlington Road
• Ratification of assessment for 1223 Farrington Street
• Ratification of assessment for 1042 Hague Avenue, Unit C
• Ratification of assessment for 104 Larpentuer Avenue West
• Ratification of assessments for city costs of collecting delinquent garbage bills from January to March 2024

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will consider a Class N license application for Local Legend Hospitality LLC, doing business as Local Rumor. The application includes plans for sidewalk seating and is subject to various objections and support letters.

• Class N License Application for Local Legend Hospitality LLC (d/b/a Local Rumor)

Library Board

The St. Paul Library Board will approve the minutes from its June 5 meeting, review a staff report on public service operations, and discuss upcoming library events before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting (Min 24-25)
• Review staff report SR 24-88 on public service operations
• Review staff report SR 24-89 covering upcoming library events

City Council

The City Council is considering various financial actions including a Fire and Safety Department budget amendment and several grant applications. The agenda includes multiple property assessments for services like tree removal, graffiti removal, and sewer line repairs.

• Amending the 2024 General Fund budget for the Fire and Safety Department
• Applying for up to $50,000 from the Otto Bremer Trust for Sprockets
• Applying for Metropolitan Council grant funds for Hamm's Brewery Redevelopment and East Side Tennis and Community Center
• Authorizing up to $25,000 for Department of Public Works activities and incentives
• Accepting a $2,000,000 USDA Forest Service grant for tree canopy management

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA is considering resolutions to reserve funds for projects in Districts 2, 4, and 5. Staff will also present a briefing regarding an easement agreement at 475 Cedar Street.

• Resolution to reserve funds for Saint Paul projects applying for Minnesota Housing Finance Agency funding
• Authorization to apply for up to $2,000,000 from the Minnesota Housing Community Homeownership Impact Fund
• Briefing on a proposed easement agreement between HRA and Central Towers Limited Partnership at 475 Cedar Street

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners is reviewing several resolutions regarding grant funding, budget amendments, and utility easements. Action items include the issuance of grant anticipation notes for lead pipe replacement projects and a water revenue note not to exceed $29,000,000.

• Issuance of a water revenue note up to $29,000,000
• Grant funding for a water demand reduction program with Metropolitan Council
• Grant for an ArcGIS Story Map for wellhead protection strategies via MDH
• Planning grant for stormwater best management practices at McCarrons Treatment Plant
• Release of a public water utility easement at 510 White Bear Avenue South

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several hearings regarding building maintenance, safety, and nuisance abatements. Items include orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures, appeals of summary abatement orders, and vacant building registration disputes.

• Rehabilitation or removal orders for 887 Charles Ave., 1156 Lincoln Ave., 41 Miller Crest Lane, and 2117 Mohawk Ave.
• Nuisance abatement findings for 733 Fairview Avenue North and 2135 Case Avenue
• Summary abatement and vehicle abatement appeals for 1040 Bush Ave., 1302 Bayard Ave., and 1163 Minnehaha Ave. W.
• Tall grass and weed notice appeal for 253 Prescott St.
• Correction notice appeal for 692 Wilson Ave.

Licensing Hearing

The agenda outlines a regulatory hearing to review a Class N license application for MC’s Hog LLC, d/b/a Handsome Hog, located at 15 West Kellogg Boulevard. The file includes seven public objections, zoning maps, and a stamp activity report for review. The agenda does not record a final vote or decision.

• SR 24-97 Class N license application for MC’s Hog LLC, d/b/a Handsome Hog
• License ID 20240000668 and contact details for president Patrick Conroy
• Seven filed objections to the application
• Supporting documents including floor plans, zoning maps, and a 100-foot property ownership record

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

Legislative Hearing Officer Marcia Moermond will preside over a rent stabilization appeal. The hearing involves an appeal by Colin Gulling regarding a determination for the property at 1184 SE Seminary Avenue.

• Rent stabilization appeal: 1184 SE Seminary Avenue

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including police grant reallocations, labor agreements, and various public hearings. Key discussions involve special assessment policies and large-scale funding amendments for parks and forestry.

• Police Department budget reallocation for 2023 Pathways To Policing Grant
• Correction of $185,000.00 budget activity for 2023 Homeland Security Bomb Grant
• Application for up to $2,000,000 from Minnesota Housing Community Homeownership Impact Fund
• Amendment of Parks and Recreation spending plan by $5,500,000 for Point Douglas Regional Trail
• Amendment of Parks and Recreation spending plan by $3,200,000 for Como Geothermal Project

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will discuss a resolution to subordinate a $2,602,255 Community Development Block Grant loan to Keystone Community Services for a project at 1790-1800 University Ave W. The board will also review updates on four other housing and community projects: Listening House, United Village, Catholic Charities, and Hamm’s East End apartments. The agenda lists these items for discussion and introduction, with no formal votes scheduled.

• Subordination of a $2,602,255 CDBG loan to Keystone Community Services at 1790-1800 University Ave W
• Review of Listening House TIF loan subordination
• Updates on United Village, Catholic Charities, and Hamm’s East End apartments financing

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several hearings regarding property maintenance and compliance. Items include orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures, nuisance abatement findings, and various property registration appeals.

• Removal/repair orders for 1117 Jenks Avenue
• Removal/repair orders for 378 Sims Avenue
• Removal/repair orders for 303 Charles Avenue
• Nuisance abatement finding for 1971 Nortonia Avenue
• Summary Abatement Order appeal for 1040 Bush Avenue

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will discuss the CIB process. The meeting also includes an introduction to the Wilder study regarding parks and libraries.

• CIB Process discussion
• Parks and Libraries Study - Introduction to Wilder

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several matters including the ratification of appealed special tax assessments. The agenda also includes appeals regarding vacant building registrations, fire certificates of occupancy, and nuisance abatements.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties on Beech Street, Dayton Avenue, Desoto Street, Fremont Avenue, University Avenue West, Cook Avenue West, Lexington Parkway North, and Sherburne Avenue
• Ratification of assessment rolls for property clean up and rubbish/garbage services
• Appeal of a notice to cut tall grass or weeds at 1990 Nokomis Avenue
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration requirements at 1818 Grand Avenue, 2117 Mohawk Avenue, and 933 Payne Avenue
• Appeal of a fire inspection correction notice at 1058 Selby Avenue

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items including a public hearing regarding a site plan appeal for a new multipurpose arena at the University of St. Thomas. Other business includes street reconstruction approvals, various liquor and business license applications, and budget amendments.

• Public hearing on a site plan appeal for a new multipurpose arena at 2260 Summit Avenue
• Approval of the 2024 Saint Paul Streets Program reconstruction
• Application for $72,000 in solar installation grants for Fire Station 51
• Donation of $5,000 to the Martin Luther King Recreation Center for a new scoreboard
• Budget increase of $3,598,936 for the Office of Neighborhood Safety

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will discuss the 2023-2024 citywide snow operations accomplishments. The discussion includes an overview of SR 24-87 and a new rotating one-side parking ban.

• SR 24-87 Snow Operations Overview
• New Snow Operations - Rotating 1-side Parking Ban

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the sale and conveyance of 560 Brunson Street. This item includes authorization for a development agreement, a subsidy cap waiver, and redevelopment expenditures.

• Public hearing for the sale and redevelopment of 560 Brunson Street
• Introduction to GloryVille, 1570 White Bear Ave
• Introduction to Highland Bridge (CommonBond II)
• Introduction to Keystone CDBG Loan Subordination

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several matters regarding property rehabilitation, razing, and removal orders. The agenda also includes appeals for vehicle abatement, vacant building registrations, and fire certificate corrections.

• Remove/repair or razing orders for 887 Charles Avenue
• Remove/repair or razing orders for 1117 Jenks Avenue
• Remove/repair or razing orders for 378 Sims Avenue (amended to remove within 15 days)
• Remove/repair or razing orders for 1156 Lincoln Avenue
• Remove/repair or razing orders for 41 Miller Crest Lane

Library Board

The Library Board will meet to approve the minutes from the May 1, 2024, meeting. The agenda includes staff reports regarding upcoming library events and a presentation on youth and family services.

• Approval of May 1, 2024, Library Board Minutes
• Staff Report SR 24-71: Upcoming Library Events
• Staff Report SR 24-72: Youth and Family Services presentation

City Council

The City Council is considering the issuance of various General Obligation bonds for several purposes. The agenda also includes multiple budget amendments for water services, community safety, and grant funding, alongside public hearings regarding property transfers and sound variances.

• Issuance of General Obligation Various Purpose Bonds, Series 2024A
• Issuance of General Obligation Street Reconstruction Bonds, Series 2024B
• $3,598,936 budget increase for the Office of Neighborhood Safety Special Fund
• $72,000 grant application for rooftop solar at North End Community Center
• Conveyance of city-owned property at 1199 Rice Street to Ramsey County

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will meet to discuss an overview of administrative citations and the charter process. This discussion is listed under item SR 24-79.

• Overview of Administrative Citations and the Charter Process (SR 24-79)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will receive briefings on several property projects. These include updates on 560 Brunson Street, an introduction to Central Station, and a briefing regarding host approval for Sibley Park and Sibley Court.

• Briefing on 560 Brunson Street
• Introduction to Central Station
• Briefing on Host Approval for Sibley Park and Sibley Court, 484 Temperance and 211 East 7th

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several sessions regarding property assessments, building registrations, and fire safety compliance. The body is scheduled to ratify multiple special tax assessments for services including graffiti removal, tree removal, and emergency boarding.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties on Carroll Avenue, Dayton Avenue, Englewood Avenue, Euclid Street, Thomas Avenue, Breda Avenue, Earl Street, Marshall Avenue, and Sherburne Avenue
• Ratification of assessment rolls for vacant building registration fees, emergency boarding services, fire certificate of occupancy fees, inspection/abatement services, graffiti removal, and tree removal
• Appeal of a summary abatement order at 2135 Case Avenue
• Appeal of a vacant building registration notice at 705 Dayton Avenue
• Appeal of a fire inspection correction notice at 1352 Seventh Street West, Unit 1

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will consider issuing up to $58,000,000 in water revenue bonds for the Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an appeal of a water service bill at 703 Case Avenue.

• Issuance of water revenue bonds not to exceed $58,000,000 for the Water Treatment Plant Improvement Project
• Appeal of Clement Marriott to a water service bill at 703 Case Avenue
• Approval of May 14, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of April 2024 financial statements

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application for Dilla Sport Bar And Restaurant Inc, owned by Beko Tufa. The agenda includes various supporting documents such as floor plans and incident reports.

• Class N License Application for Dilla Sport Bar And Restaurant Inc (License ID# 20240000267)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several matters regarding property code compliance. The agenda includes orders for the rehabilitation or razing of structures at multiple locations, nuisance abatement findings, and appeals regarding grass cutting and vacant building registrations.

• Remove/repair or razing order for 1117 Jenks Avenue
• Remove/repair or razing order for 455 Robert Street South
• Remove/repair or razing order for 378 Sims Avenue
• Remove/repair or razing order for 887 Charles Avenue
• Nuisance abatement finding for 1043 Beech Street

City Council

The City Council is considering several budget adjustments for public works, parks, and neighborhood safety. The agenda also includes various loan approvals, license changes, and sound level variance requests.

• $520,000 in CDBG loans for Dayton’s Bluff Neighborhood Housing Services
• $270,000 CDBG loan for the American House Project at 352 Wacouta Street
• $1,000,000 grant application for City-owned property asset scans
• $3,598,936 increase to the Office of Neighborhood Safety budget
• Sound level variance for Skinner’s Pub at 919 Randolph Avenue

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will hear a joint presentation regarding the coordinated response to the opioid epidemic. The presentation involves staff from the City of Saint Paul, the County, and Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS).

• Joint presentation on coordinated opioid epidemic response (SR 24-70)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board will discuss a resolution regarding financing for the American House at 352 Wacouta Street. The agenda also includes introductions to conduit revenue bonds and the HRA budget process.

• $270,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) loan for American House at 352 Wacouta Street
• Introduction to Conduit Revenue Bonds
• Introduction to the HRA Budget Process

Audit Committee

The St. Paul Audit Committee will discuss the process for selecting projects in the Capital Investment Budget. The committee will also review potential scopes for a staff salary study and examine city hiring and retention practices.

• Library & Park Efficiency Study update
• Capital Investment Budget project selection and prioritization
• Staff salary study scope and funding
• City hiring timelines and employee turnover

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings will consider several appeals regarding special tax assessments, nuisance abatements, and vacant building registrations. The body will also review fire certificate of occupancy correction notices for specific properties.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for 68 Douglas Street and 232 Exchange Street South, Unit B
• Ratification of property clean-up service assessments for 927 Desoto Street
• Nuisance abatement finding for 183 Wyoming Street East
• Vacant building registration appeal for 273 Cottage Avenue West
• Fire certificate of occupancy appeals for 913 Johnson Parkway and 9 Warren Street

City Council

The City Council is considering several public hearings, including a zoning variance appeal for a proposed restaurant at 1566 University Avenue West. The agenda also includes multiple items regarding special tax assessments, sound level variances, and police department budget reallocations.

• Zoning variance appeal for a proposed restaurant at 1566 University Avenue West
• Sound level variance applications for Allianz Field and Skinner’s Pub
• Fire protection system assessment for 1730 Old Hudson Road
• Sanitary sewer line repair assessments for 297 Syndicate Street South and 1024 Reaney Avenue
• Fire Department reimbursement of $18,871.30 for Minnesota Task Force One

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will receive a briefing regarding American House. The meeting also includes an introduction to the Down Payment Assistance & Homeowner Rehab Program. No formal decisions are listed for this session.

• Briefing on American House (SR 24-64)
• Introduction to Down Payment Assistance & Homeowner Rehab Program (SR 24-65)

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will consider a development agreement with the Saint Paul Port Authority regarding the former Hillcrest Golf Course property. Other items include a professional services agreement for electronic payment system integration and a discussion on non-payment disconnection policies.

• Development agreement with Saint Paul Port Authority for 'The Heights' property
• Professional Services Agreement with Advance Utility Systems for electronic payment integration
• Master contracts with multiple firms for engineering services
• Budget amendment for principal and interest due on PFA note DW08
• Discussion of Disconnection Due to Non-payment Policy

Legislative Hearings

The City of Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will conduct hearings on appeals regarding administrative orders for property rehabilitation, demolition, nuisance abatements, vehicle removal, correction notices, and fire certificate revocations at multiple addresses. These proceedings determine whether the city will uphold, modify, or revoke code compliance and safety mandates.

• Hearings on rehabilitation or demolition orders for properties at 706 Conway St., 378 Sims Ave., and 1156 Lincoln Ave.
• Review of appealed nuisance abatement orders at 1356 Reaney Ave. and 265 Page St W, plus a vehicle abatement appeal at 1020 Aurora Ave.
• Appeals regarding correction notices and fire certificate revocations at 901 Snelling Ave N and 123 Wheeler St S.
• Recommendation review for tax-forfeited property repurchase application at 732 State Street.
• Compliance review for previous orders at 1695 Seventh St E/W following a prior April hearing.

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board will consider resolutions regarding the sale of two parcels and the issuance of revenue bonds. Staff will also present introductions for mixed-use developments on Arcade Street and East 7th Street.

• Sale of HRA-owned parcels at 729 Burr Street and 930 York Avenue
• Issuance of conduit multifamily housing revenue bonds for Brooklyn Park AH II, LLLP
• Introduction to mixed-use development at 1170 Arcade Street
• Introduction to mixed-use development at 892 East 7th Street

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will hold a presentation regarding City processes and procedures used to support events and festivals. This item is scheduled for discussion.

• Presentation on City processes and procedures to support events and festivals (SR 24-63)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments for community development and emergency grants. The agenda includes public hearings for sound level variances, police department grant budgets, and various property assessment approvals.

• Amending HOME Project Budgets by $249,672.61
• Additional $30,000 for Ramsey County Lead Hazard Control Program
• Acceptance of a $100,000 donation from the Minnesota Twins Community Fund
• Acceptance of a $40,000 donation from the Midway Men's Club
• Fire Department grant amendment of $51,078.80

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider several appeals regarding special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes reviews of vehicle abatement orders, vacant building registrations, and fire certificate of occupancy revocations.

• Ratifying special tax assessments for properties including 308 Edmund Avenue and 503 Fred Street
• Reviewing an appeal for a vehicle abatement order at 408 Hazelwood Street
• Considering vacant building registration appeals for 705 Dayton Avenue and 140 Isabel Avenue East
• Reviewing a Fire Certificate of Occupancy revocation appeal for 891 Iglehart Avenue
• Ratifying assessments for services including graffiti removal and tree abatement

Library Board

The Library Board will review the minutes from the April 3, 2024 meeting. The board will also discuss staff reports regarding economic opportunity at SPPL and upcoming library events.

• Approval of April 3, 2024 Library Board Minutes
• Staff Report SR 24-57: Economic Opportunity at SPPL
• Staff Report SR 24-56: Upcoming Library Events

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will review the city's licensing and appeals processes. The meeting also includes a monthly update from the Director and reports on various boards, commissions, and committees.

• Overview of the City’s Licensing and Appeals Processes (SR 24-58)
• Monthly Director's Update (SR 24-59)
• Councilmember updates on boards, commissions, and committees (SR 24-60)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing rezoning applications for properties on Marshall Avenue and East 7th Street. The agenda includes ratifying assessments for lead water service line and sanitary sewer repairs on private properties. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments for CDBG projects at 47 Douglas and 652 Sherburne.

• Rezoning of 1984 Marshall Avenue from RM1 to RM2 residential
• Rezoning of 892 East 7th Street from B3 business to T3 neighborhood
• Ratifying assessments for lead water service line replacements on private properties
• Amending CDBG budgets with $95,000 for 47 Douglas and $949,500 for 652 Sherburne
• Approving a parking ramp license at 241 Kellogg Boulevard East

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will review staff reports regarding community inspiration at 729 Burr and 930 York. The meeting also includes briefings on the Hamm’s Redevelopment and recycled bonds for the Decatur Landing II Project.

• Inspiring Communities presentation (729 Burr & 930 York)
• Briefing on Hamm’s Redevelopment
• Briefing on Recycled Bonds (Decatur Landing II Project)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will consider ratifying an appealed special tax assessment for garbage hauling at 672 Rivoli Street. This item involves the review of a specific garbage hauling assessment.

• Ratification of the appealed special tax assessment for 672 Rivoli Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning property at 892 East 7th Street. The council is also set to discuss an update to the Saint Paul Bicycle Plan. Other agenda items include union wage adjustments and various business license applications.

• Rezoning of 892 East 7th Street from B3 to T3
• Update to the Saint Paul Bicycle Plan
• Wage and fringe adjustments for several labor unions
• New Health/Sport Club license for The Mali Center at 576 Front Avenue
• Ordinance amendment for multi-day amplified sound permits

Organizational Committee

The committee will hold a discussion regarding an overview of the Saint Paul District Councils System. The session includes a presentation by the District Council.

• SR 24-51: Overview of the Saint Paul District Councils System

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board will discuss a proposed loan of up to $75,000 from the Business Assistance Fund to TKP, LLC dba Ruam Mit. The meeting also includes an introduction to Qualified Allocation Program (QAP) and Housing Tax Credits.

• Loan of up to $75,000 to TKP, LLC dba Ruam Mit at 367 Wabasha St N.
• Introduction to QAP & Housing Tax Credits (4% & 9% Programs)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several matters including orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures, nuisance abatement findings, and appeals regarding vacant buildings. The body will also consider recommendations to Ramsey County regarding applications to repurchase tax forfeited properties.

• Remove/repair orders for 1117 Jenks Avenue
• Remove/repair orders for 802 Mound Street
• Remove/repair orders for 857 Lafond Avenue
• Potential stay of demolition enforcement for 1058 Jessie Street
• Nuisance abatement findings for 621 Bidwell Street and 1356 Reaney Avenue

Organizational Committee

The committee will discuss an update regarding the Climate Justice Advisory Board's 2024 year in review. The agenda also includes a roll call and adjournment.

• Climate Justice Advisory Board Year in Review 2024 (SR 24-49)

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is considering several items, including a $25,000 budget amendment for street lighting maintenance to prevent wire theft. The agenda also includes public hearings on the Saint Paul Bicycle Plan update and various rezoning requests. Additionally, the council will review union wage adjustments and new business licenses.

• $25,000 budget amendment for street lighting wire-theft prevention
• Final adoption of electric vehicle charging infrastructure ordinance
• Rezoning application for 964 Payne Avenue to community business
• Public hearing on the Saint Paul Bicycle Plan update
• Sound level variance applications for El Burrito Mercado and Mears Park

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will review staff reports regarding a business assistance loan request and the Inspiring Communities program. The meeting also includes the approval of March 2024 meeting minutes.

• Introduction to Ruam Mit Business Assistance Fund (BAF) loan request
• Introduction to Inspiring Communities
• Approval of March 2024 meeting minutes

Audit Committee

This meeting consists of procedural discussions regarding future committee business. Members will share proposed topics for discussion and review the rubric used to select them.

• Discussion of proposed meeting topics
• Review of a topic selection rubric

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider several appeals regarding special tax assessments, vacant building registrations, and fire certificate revocations. These hearings include reviews of property clean-up services and sewer repairs.

• Ratifying a special tax assessment for 267 Belvidere Street East
• Ratifying property clean-up service assessments from December 2023
• Ratifying sewer repair assessments at 687 Sims Ave
• Appeal of a vacant building registration notice for 825 University Avenue West
• Appeal regarding the revocation of a fire certificate of occupancy for 786 Robert Street South

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners is reviewing a $35,000,000 loan application to help finance the replacement of lead services. The agenda also includes lease agreements for equipment installation at public housing sites and the appointment of a General Manager.

• $35,000,000 loan application for lead service replacement
• Lease agreements for AMI equipment at 727 Front Avenue, 825 Seal Street, and 1300 Wilson Avenue
• Grant application to the Metropolitan Council Clean Water Fund for water demand reduction
• Appointment of a General Manager
• Contract amendment for Robert Street bridge water main repair

City Council

The City Council is considering several budget reallocations for the Police Department and Fire Department, including a $4.6 million FEMA grant application to hire 12 firefighters. The agenda also includes public hearings on rezoning at 964 Payne Avenue and various city assessments.

• Police Department reallocation of $15,000 for COSSAP program
• Police Department reallocation of $30,000 for Bomb Squad expenses
• Fire Department FEMA grant application for $4,623,953 to hire 12 firefighters
• Fire Department FEMA grant application for $170,000 for Project Safe Haven
• Rezoning of 964 Payne Avenue from H2 residential to B2 community business

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will continue a public safety presentation from March 6. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Office of Neighborhood Safety.

• SR 24-44 Public Safety presentation continuation
• Office of Neighborhood Safety Presentation

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider authorizing a loan of up to $30,000.00 from the HRA Business Assistance Fund to Selby Property Investments LLC. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) update.

• Loan of up to $30,000.00 to Selby Property Investments LLC at 1675 Selby Avenue
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF) update presentation

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several matters including remove or repair orders, nuisance abatements, and vacant building registration appeals. The agenda includes discussions on structure rehabilitation, fire certificates of occupancy, and property nuisance findings.

• Remove/Repair Order for 455 Robert Street South
• Remove/Repair Order for 706 Conway Street
• Nuisance Abatement finding for 621 Bidwell Street
• Nuisance Abatement finding for 1356 Reaney Avenue
• Summary Abatement Order appeal for 894 Clark Street

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will consider several appeals regarding special tax assessments for garbage hauling. The hearings include ratifying specific assessments for various properties and the city's costs for collecting delinquent bills.

• Ratification of assessment for 1125 Hague Avenue
• Ratification of assessment for 311 Ryan Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for 1110 Woodbridge Street
• Ratification of assessment for 556 York Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for 1223 Farrington Street

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to discuss the city's capital improvement, debt, and bonding overview. The meeting includes presentations from the CIB regarding debt and bonding.

• SR 24-34 Capital improvement, debt, and bonding overview
• CIB Presentation
• Debt and Bonding Presentation

Library Board

The Library Board will review the March 6, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a staff report on the 2025 Library Needs Assessment and an update regarding Transforming Libraries.

• Approval of March 6, 2024, Library Board Minutes
• Staff Report SR 24-38: 2025 Library Needs Assessment
• Staff Report SR 24-39: Transforming Libraries Update

City Council

The City Council will consider agreements with Lime and Spin for electric scooter and bike sharing services. The agenda also includes approvals for lead water service line and sanitary sewer line replacements on private properties. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled regarding electric vehicle charging in parking lots.

• Agreements with Lime and Spin for 2024 electric scooter and bike sharing services
• Costs for lead water service line and sanitary sewer line replacements on private properties
• Rezoning of 964 Payne Avenue from residential to community business
• Public hearing on electric vehicle charging infrastructure in surface parking lots
• $40,000 budget amendment for the Police Department's Byrne Justice Assistance Grant

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is considering amendments to the Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) loan program guidelines. The board will also review presentations regarding 1675 Selby Ave, a downtown investment strategy, and local affordable housing aid.

• Resolution amending NOAH loan program guidelines, Citywide
• Introduction to 1675 Selby Ave
• Downtown Investment Strategy
• Local Affordable Housing Aid

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several sessions regarding special tax assessments, nuisance abatement, and orders to vacate. The agenda includes ratifying various assessment rolls for services such as demolition, graffiti removal, and tree abatement.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for properties on Taylor Avenue, Thomas Avenue, Cook Avenue East, University Avenue West, Winifred Street East, Edgerton Street, Maria Avenue, Fourth Street East, Maryland Avenue West, Geranium Avenue East, Seventh Street West, and Rice Street
• Ratification of assessment rolls for vacant building registration, emergency boarding, demolition, fire certificate of occupancy fees, inspection services, graffiti removal, and tree removal
• Appeal of a summary abatement order for 1035 Conway Street
• Findings on nuisance abatement for 1655 Wilson Avenue
• Appeals regarding orders to vacate or revocations of fire certificates of occupancy at 273 Cottage Avenue West, 1695 Seventh Street East, and 1695 Seventh Street West

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a discussion regarding an update to the American Rescue Plan (ARPA). The meeting includes an overview of the plan.

• American Rescue Plan (ARPA) update (SR 24-33)

City Council

The City Council will review budget amendments for the Rondo Renaming Project and Parks and Recreation capital projects. The agenda includes several grant applications focused on decarbonization and electric vehicle infrastructure. Additionally, the council will address ward precinct changes and various business licenses.

• Amending 2024 budget for the Rondo Renaming Project
• Reallocating $15,000 for path lighting in Prosperity Heights
• Approving EPA grant applications for decarbonization and EV networks
• Amending Parks and Recreation budget by $1,211,812
• Reviewing Ward 2 precinct boundary changes

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to discuss the introduction of MN Promise Act funding. The meeting includes a presentation regarding this item.

• Introduction to MN Promise Act Funding (SR 24-37)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several matters regarding property rehabilitation, removal, and nuisance abatements. The agenda includes orders for structure demolition or repair, vacant building registration appeals, and a tax forfeited property repurchase recommendation.

• Remove/repair orders for 455 Robert Street South
• Remove/repair orders for 378 Sims Avenue
• Remove/repair orders for 887 Charles Avenue
• Nuisance abatement finding for 1356 Reaney Avenue
• Tax forfeited property repurchase recommendation for 732 State Street

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will hold a special meeting on March 25, 2024. The purpose of the meeting is to conduct interviews for candidates for the position of General Manager.

• Interview candidates for General Manager (CO 24-16)

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will meet to discuss a budget and finance overview provided by the Office of Financial Services. This meeting includes a formal roll call and discussion regarding the financial report.

• SR 24-32 Budget and finance overview by the Office of Financial Services

City Council

The St. Paul City Council is reviewing several items including a grant application for park development and budget amendments for police and fire services. The agenda also includes public hearings regarding sewer repair assessments and nuisance property abatements.

• Grant application for up to $350,000 for development of a new park at The Heights
• $185,000 budget amendment for the Police Department Bomb Disposal Unit
• Gambling location license addition for Barrel Theory Beer Company at 248 7th St E
• Acceptance of a $1,000 AED donation for the Fire Department
• Sewer repair assessments for properties near 687 Sims Ave

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hold a presentation regarding the introduction of the NOAH Preservation Fund. This item is listed as an introduction under staff reports.

• Introduction to the NOAH Preservation Fund

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider ratifying several special tax assessments for various properties. The agenda also includes reviews of nuisance abatement orders and appeals regarding vacant building registrations. Additionally, the board will review assessments for city clean-up services performed in late 2023.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties including 571 Van Buren Ave and 686 Edmund Ave
• Ratification of assessments for property clean-up services from November 2023
• Ratification of assessments for equipment and labor for clean-up services in late 2023
• Nuisance abatement finding for 1341 Case Ave
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration notices at 1769 St. Anthony Ave, 1391 Englewood Ave, and 1056 Beech St

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee meeting consists of procedural discussions regarding its 2024 meeting schedule and upcoming risk assessment training. The committee also plans which departments to hear from during the year.

• Review of proposed 2024 Audit Committee calendar
• Discussion regarding Risk Assessment Training
• Identification of departments for future updates

Licensing Hearing

The Saint Paul Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application for El Aguila Restaurant Latin Food. This item includes an application summary for the business owned by Karla Mata Mejia.

• Class N license application for El Aguila Restaurant Latin Food (License ID#20240000156)

Organizational Committee

The committee will review an overview and update regarding the Climate Action & Resilience Plan. The meeting also includes a monthly director's update and councilmember reports on various boards, committees, and commissions.

• SR 24-12 Climate Action & Resilience Plan Overview and Update
• SR 24-13 Monthly Director's Update
• SR 24-14 Councilmember updates on boards, committees, and commissions

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hold a presentation regarding The Heights. This item is listed as an introduction under staff reports.

• Introduction to The Heights (SR 24-29)

City Council

The City Council is considering several budget adjustments, including a $2,610,000 amendment for the Department of Public Works. The agenda also includes multiple license applications, grant acceptances, and discussions regarding liquor violations.

• Amending Department of Public Works budget by $2,610,000
• Accepting a $230,000 Metropolitan Council environmental services grant
• Accepting a $13,000 donation from the Big Ten Conference for Martin Luther King Recreation Center
• Authorizing an increase of $10,000 to the Department of Parks and Recreation Grant Fund
• Discussing adverse action against Kalsada LLC liquor licenses at 1668 Selby Avenue

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board of Water Commissioners will approve routine meeting minutes and January financial statements through the Consent Agenda. Members will vote on two resolutions applying for state loans to fund a $35,000,000 lead service line replacement project and continued construction at McCarron’s Water Treatment Plant. The agenda also lists a discussion item regarding the General Manager hiring process update.

• Approve February 13 meeting minutes and January 2024 financial statements via Consent Agenda
• Vote on Resolution 24-368: Apply for a $35,000,000 Minnesota Public Facilities Authority loan for lead service line replacements
• Vote on Resolution 24-369: Apply for a Drinking Water Revolving Fund loan for McCarron’s Water Treatment Plant improvements
• Discuss General Manager hiring process update (Discussion Item)
• Receive informational updates on the Community Panel budget schedule and Pipeline Express

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several hearings regarding building rehabilitation, removal, and nuisance abatements. The agenda includes decisions on orders to repair or razing structures, vacant building registrations, and fire certificate of occupancy revocations.

• Remove/repair or razing orders for 1117 Jenks Avenue, 378 Sims Avenue, 1213 Woodbridge Street, and 802 Mound Street
• Nuisance abatement findings for 523 Beaumont Street, 733 Fairview Avenue North, and 1356 Reaney Avenue
• Tax forfeited property repurchase recommendations for 890 Duchess Street and 1021 Minnehaha Avenue East
• Vacant building registration appeals for 1769 Saint Anthony Avenue, 1391 Englewood Avenue, and 1297 Seventh Street West
• Fire Certificate of Occupancy and Order to Vacate appeals for 421 Thomas Avenue #1 and 220 Robert Street South

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will receive an overview of the Community First Public Safety program. This includes a presentation from the Office of Neighborhood Safety regarding the community grants process.

• SR 24-11: Overview of Community First Public Safety
• Office of Neighborhood Safety community grants process update

Library Board

The St. Paul Library Board will meet to approve the minutes from the February 7, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes staff reports regarding upcoming library events and an update on the mobile library.

• Approval of February 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Mobile Library Update (SR 24-22)
• Upcoming Library Events report (SR 24-24)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing budget amendments for sewer inspections in Mounds-English and Como-Rose and for street light wire theft prevention. The agenda also includes a $1,351,050 FEMA grant application for the Fire Department.

• $1,000,000 budget amendment for sewer inspections at Mounds-English and Como-Rose
• $300,000 budget amendment for street lighting wire theft replacement
• $1,351,050 FEMA grant application for Fire Department equipment and training
• Adverse action against the tobacco shop license at 604 Western Avenue North
• $813,236 budget amendment for Parks and Recreation funding

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board will discuss its 2024 goals and presentation schedule. The meeting includes a resolution for a citywide Master Legal Services Agreement with Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd. Staff will also present on Full Stack Saint Paul and the Business Assistance Fund.

• Resolution approving a Master Legal Services Agreement with Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd., Citywide
• 2024 HRA Board Goals discussion
• Introduction to Full Stack Saint Paul presentation
• Introduction to the Business Assistance Fund presentation

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several sessions regarding the ratification of appealed special tax assessments. The agenda also includes findings on nuisance abatements, appeals for vacant building registrations, and orders to vacate due to fire certificate revocations.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for various properties including 1003 Arcade St. and 1133 Arundel St.
• Ratification of assessments for graffiti removal services between August 15 and October 30, 2023
• Ratification of assessments for tree removal services during October to November 2023
• Nuisance abatement findings for 1525 Margaret St. and 1472 Sherburne Ave.
• Vacant building registration appeals for 1056 Hatch Ave., 1017 Seventh St W., and 824 White Bear Ave N.

Organizational Committee

The St. Paul Organizational Committee meeting scheduled for February 28, 2024, was cancelled and the topic rescheduled for a later date.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments for the Police Department, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation. The agenda also includes requests for grant applications, labor agreements, and public hearings regarding capital projects.

• Reallocation of $1,789,147 in the Public Works Engineering Fund
• Reallocation of $346,220 within the Parks and Recreation budget
• Application for up to $200,000 for Point Douglas Regional Trail construction
• Application for up to $500,000 for Ward One community programming and transportation
• Public hearing regarding Grand Avenue - Snelling to Fairview Project financing

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will receive an introduction to the agency. The board will also discuss the draft 2024 HRA presentation calendar.

• Introduction to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (SR 24-21)
• Draft 2024 HRA Presentation Calendar (SR 24-23)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several hearings regarding property maintenance and safety. Items include orders for structure rehabilitation or removal, nuisance abatement findings, and appeals of vacant building registrations.

• Remove/repair orders for 195 Goodrich Avenue
• Remove/repair orders for 1058 Jessie Street
• Nuisance abatement findings for 939 Charles Avenue, 733 Fairview Avenue North, and 346 Sherburne Avenue
• Nuisance abatement findings for 401 Rose Avenue East, 1472 Sherburne Avenue, 29 Acker Street West, and 760 Sylvan Street
• Correction order appeal for 337 Bates Avenue

Organizational Committee

The Organizational Committee will meet to conduct a roll call and hold a discussion regarding a housing presentation. The meeting includes an item titled SR 24-19 Housing Overview.

• SR 24-19 Housing Overview presentation

City Council

The St. Paul City Council will hold a closed-door meeting to discuss pending litigation involving the city. This session is being held pursuant to Minnesota Statute section 13D.05, subdivision 3(b). No other substantive items are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of Jill Mollner v. City of Saint Paul, et al
• Discussion of Tamara Renn v. City of Saint Paul, et al

City Council

The City Council is considering several legislative items including a new commercial development district ordinance and various budget amendments. The agenda also includes multiple public hearings regarding sound level variances for local pubs and property-related appeals.

• Ordinance to create four Commercial Development Districts within the Creative Enterprise Zone
• Amending Department of Public Works Electric Vehicle Maintenance budget
• Public hearing for $2,500,000 construction funding for Wakan Tipi Center at Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary
• Public hearing for $510,000 increase in Parks and Recreation Grant Fund Budget via Como Zoo DNR Grant
• Acceptance of a $9,000 donation from the Saint Paul Police Foundation for the Bike Truck Program

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority Board will meet to discuss its proposed goals for the year 2024. This item is listed for discussion under sponsor Rebecca Noecker.

• Discussion of HRA Board Proposed 2024 Goals

Legislative Hearings

The City of Saint Paul is conducting hearings regarding several special tax assessments and property abatement orders. The agenda includes ratifying appealed assessments for various properties and reviewing appeals related to vehicle, summary, and nuisance abatements.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessments for 523 Beaumont St., 32 Benhill Rd., 646 Charles Ave., 126 Ninth Street East, 571 Van Buren Ave., 703 Bedford St., and 1643-1645 Dieter St.
• Ratification of assessments for equipment, labor, and property clean up services from September to October 2023.
• Vehicle and summary abatement order appeals for 493 Van Buren Ave., 1341 Case Ave., 1525 Margaret St., and 1655 Wilson Ave.
• Nuisance abatement findings for 29 Acker Street West, 28 Sycamore Street West, and 760 Sylvan Street.
• Vacant building registration and summary abatement appeal for 12 Oakley Avenue.

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body is reviewing findings related to appealed substantial nuisance abatements. These items involve property compliance at various Saint Paul locations.

• Finding on substantial abatement for 829 Third St E.
• Second finding on appealed abatement for 342 Thomas Ave
• Third finding on appealed abatement for 1941 University Ave W
• Second finding on appealed abatement for 346 Sherburne Ave
• Finding on appealed abatement for 678 Snelling Ave N

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the creation of four Commercial Development Districts within the Creative Enterprise Zone. This ordinance would also allow for nine On-Sale Liquor Licenses to be distributed among these districts. The agenda also includes sewer replacement assessments and several grant applications.

• Public hearing on creating four Commercial Development Districts in the Creative Enterprise Zone
• Approval of assessment costs for sanitary sewer replacement at Wheelock Parkway and Edgcumbe Road
• Grant applications up to $30,000 each for the Right Track Youth Employment & Training Program
• Liquor license approvals for Rival House LLC (411 Minnesota Street) and Sakana Saint Paul LLC (740 Cleveland Ave S)
• Sound level variance request for St. Paul Saints Baseball at CHS Field

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss several administrative and financial items. Proposed actions include a fund transfer from the City of Saint Paul Cost of Issuance account and an amendment to the 2024 HRA Parking Enterprise Fund budget for Lawson Retail.

• Transfer of funds from the City of Saint Paul Cost of Issuance account
• Master Legal Services Agreement with Ballard Spahr LLP
• Amendment to the 2024 HRA Parking Enterprise Fund budget for Lawson Retail at 367 Wabasha Street
• Amendments to the HRA Bylaws

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer is reviewing orders for the rehabilitation or removal of buildings at various locations. The agenda also includes findings on nuisance abatement appeals and appeals regarding vacant building registration fees.

• Orders for the rehabilitation or removal of structures at 1117 Jenks Ave, 1262 Minnehaha Ave E, 455 Robert St S, and 378 Sims Ave
• Findings on nuisance abatement appeals for properties including 1043 Beech St and 939 Charles Ave
• Appeals regarding vacant building registration at 985 Bradley St and 843 Selby Ave
• Appeals of fire certificate of occupancy revocations at 264 Lafond Ave and 421 Thomas Ave #1

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will consider several resolutions including a budget amendment and contract updates. Discussion items include a leadership overview and the establishment of an examining committee for the General Manager's appointment.

• Amendment to 2024 budget regarding capital projects accounting units
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement No. 4012 with TruePani Inc. for water sampling services
• Source Water Protection Plan Implementation Grant application to the Minnesota Department of Health
• MnDOT Agreement No. 1055949 regarding water valve box adjustments
• Amendment to lease agreement for property at Pig’s Eye Regional Park

City Council

The City Council is reviewing various administrative actions including business license transfers, city service assessments, and legislative agenda outlines. Key items include a rezoning request for Oakdale Avenue and several budget adjustments related to American Rescue Plan funds.

• Rezoning of 736 Oakdale Ave from H1 residential to T2 traditional neighborhood
• Amending ARP project budgets to shift funds into 'LOCAL Fund Worker Ownership'
• Grant acceptance for Bush Desoto Stormwater Pond Improvements Project
• Agreement with American Lung Association for EV Spot Network expansion
• Renaming a portion of St. Anthony Avenue to Rondo Avenue

Library Board

The Saint Paul Library Board is meeting to appoint board officers and amend bylaws regarding regular meeting schedules. The agenda also includes accepting staff gifts from COABE and authorizing activities with The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library.

• Appointing Library Board officers (RES 24-171)
• Amending bylaws for regular meeting schedules (RES 24-172)
• Accepting staff gifts from COABE (RES 24-157)
• Authorizing activities with The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library (RES 24-152)

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearings body will consider several appeals regarding property tax assessments and building safety orders. This includes reviewing requests to overturn summary abatement orders and vacant building registration requirements. The meeting also includes ratifying previously appealed special tax assessments for various properties.

• Appeals of summary abatement orders at 1708 Marshall Avenue and 1472 Sherburne Avenue
• Ratification of special tax assessments for properties including 523 Beaumont Street
• Review of vacant building registration appeals for 843 Selby Avenue and 540 Rice Street
• Orders to vacate due to fire certificate revocations at 421 Thomas Avenue and 264 Lafond Avenue
• Ratification of garbage hauling tax assessments for 2024 Reaney Avenue East

Audit Committee

The committee will review its work to date and discuss the draft scope of work for Parks and Recreation and Libraries. Members will also review a sample topic selection rubric and proposed revisions to the 2024 Audit Committee calendar.

• Draft scope of work for Parks and Recreation and Libraries
• Review of sample topic selections rubric
• Revision to 2024 Audit Committee Calendar
• Introduction of new Councilmembers

Licensing Hearing

The Licensing Hearing will review a Class N license application submitted by Minal LLC, doing business as Midway Café & Grill. The owner is Minal Oza.

• Class N License Application for Minal LLC (Midway Café & Grill)

Legislative Hearings

The St. Paul Legislative Hearings will consider ratifying several appealed special tax assessments related to garbage hauling and clean-up services. These items involve finalizing assessment amounts for various properties in the city.

• Ratification of assessment for 790 Geranium Avenue East
• Ratification of assessment for 2078 Hawthorne Avenue East
• Ratification of assessment for 602 Orange Avenue East
• Ratification of assessment for 1332 Sargent Avenue
• Ratification of assessments for 900 Westminster Street and 384 Lawson Avenue East

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including rezoning requests for Saint Clair Avenue and Oakdale Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions on snow plowing operations and various administrative approvals regarding licenses, grants, and assessments.

• Rezoning of 0 Saint Clair Avenue from B1 local business to T3 traditional neighborhood
• Rezoning of 736 Oakdale Ave from H1 residential to T2 traditional neighborhood
• Acceptance of a $317,800 grant from the U.S. Department of Energy
• Police Department contract with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for $220,000
• Amendment of CDBG Project Budgets for multiple locations including 331 Lawson W and 969 Arcade

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is reviewing an introduction to the Inheritance Fund. The board is also considering resolutions to accept grant funds from Jessie McClary and Awaken Community of Saint Paul. These funds would support downpayment assistance and homeowner rehabilitation programs citywide.

• Resolution to accept a $7,300.00 grant from Jessie McClary for the Inheritance Fund
• Resolution to accept a $5,000.00 grant from Awaken Community of Saint Paul for the Inheritance Fund
• Introduction to the Inheritance Fund

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several categories of appeals. These include ratifying special tax assessments, reviewing nuisance abatement orders, addressing vacant building registrations, and hearing appeals regarding fire certificates of occupancy.

• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 172 Mounds Blvd.
• Ratification of appealed special tax assessment for 463 Iglehart Ave.
• Ratification of appealed special-tax assessment for 380 Earl St.
• Ratification of appealed special-tax assessment for 132 Magnolia Ave E.
• Ratification of property clean up service assessments from October 5 to 13, 2023.

Licensing Hearing

The St. Paul City Council will hold a public licensing hearing to discuss a Class N alcohol license application for M’ER Kafe, owned by Kong Lee. The review package includes floor plans, incident reports, zoning maps, and a district council letter of objection. This meeting addresses local alcohol service approvals, which directly affect neighborhood operations and community feedback processes.

• Discussion of SR 24-1 Class N license application for M’ER Produce LLC (d/b/a M’ER Kafe), owner Kong Lee
• Review of supporting materials including floor plans, street photos, incident reports, and zoning maps
• Consideration of a letter of objection from the district council

Rent Stabilization Appeal Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will conduct a hearing regarding an appeal of a rent stabilization determination. The appeal was filed by Elijah Cresap for the property located at 1485 Saint Paul Avenue, Unit 3.

• Appeal of Elijah Cresap to a Rent Stabilization Determination at 1485 Saint Paul Avenue, Unit 3

City Council

The City Council is considering a $662,560 reallocation for twenty-one Neighborhood STAR projects. The agenda also includes several rezoning requests, infrastructure permits for the Ford site, and various police department expenditure authorizations.

• $662,560 reallocation for 21 Neighborhood STAR projects
• Rezoning of 736 Oakdale Ave from H1 residential to T2 traditional neighborhood
• Rezoning of 0 Saint Clair Avenue from B1 local business to T3 traditional neighborhood
• Sidewalk and boulevard infrastructure permits for the Ford (Highland Bridge) Site
• $225,525 FEMA Port Security Grant Program award

Legislative Hearings

The Legislative Hearing Officer will preside over several matters regarding property maintenance and safety. The agenda includes orders for the rehabilitation or removal of various structures, findings on nuisance abatement appeals, and vacant building registration appeals.

• Removal/rehabilitation orders for 188 Acker Street East
• Removal/rehabilitation orders for 1726 Fourth Street East
• Razing and removal orders for 594 Brunson Street
• Rehabilitation or razing orders for 455 Robert Street South
• Rehabilitation or razing orders for 1213 Woodbridge Street

Board of Water Commissioners

The Board will address the resignation of General Manager Patrick Shea and discuss the hiring process for a new manager. Other items include a planning grant application for the McCarrons Treatment Plant and a litigation settlement claim.

• Election of Board of Water Commissioners Officers
• Approval of November 2023 Financial Statements
• Planning Grant application for McCarrons Treatment Plant stormwater study
• Authorization to file a claim in Aqueous Film-Forming Product Liability Litigation
• Resignation of General Manager Patrick Shea

City Council

The City Council will begin the meeting by electing its officers for the year. The agenda includes several administrative actions, including license approvals, labor agreements, and various municipal appointments.

• Election of City Council officers
• Rezoning of 0 Saint Clair Avenue from B1 local business to T3 traditional neighborhood
• Approval of a $500 penalty against M F K Enterprise Inc. for 830 Robert Street South
• Application for up to $200,000 in Equity Grant funds for Phalen Regional Park programs
• Establishment of The Heights Sherman Associates Phase I Housing Tax Increment Financing District

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA Board will hold an organizational meeting to swear in commissioners and elect agency officers. The board will also discuss extending several municipal parking ramp management agreements.

• Election of HRA officers (RES 24-54)
• Short-term extensions for Robert Street Municipal Ramp at 95 E. 7th Street
• Short-term extensions for Lowertown Municipal Ramp at 316 Jackson Street
• Short-term extensions for Lawson Municipal Ramp at 10 W. 6th Street
• Short-term extensions for 7A Ramp at 13 West Exchange Street, Block 19 Ramp at 145 East 7th Street, and WTC Ramp at 477 Cedar Street

Legislative Hearings

The Saint Paul Legislative Hearings will consider the ratification of several appealed special tax assessments for various properties. The body will also review assessment rolls for services including demolition, emergency boarding, and vacant building fees. Additionally, there are appeals regarding an emergency summary abatement order and a vacant building registration renewal.

• Ratification of special tax assessments for 344 Wabasha St N and 895 Aurora Ave
• Ratification of assessment rolls for demolition services from June to September 2023
• Ratification of assessment rolls for vacant building registration fees
• Appeal of an emergency summary abatement order at 1062 Minnehaha Avenue East
• Appeal of a vacant building registration renewal notice at 1247 Fifth Street East

City Council

The agenda consists of an inauguration program at The Ordway Concert Hall followed by a reception. No legislative items, such as ordinances or contracts, are listed in this document.