City Council May 25, 2023   5/25/2023

Attachments

  • Call to Order

    • 1. Roll Call.

    • 2. Adoption of the agenda.

    • 4. Referral of petitions, communications, and reports to the proper Committees.

  • Business, Inspections, Housing & Zoning Committee

    • 1. Snack Bar, 800 Washington Ave N #101, (Ward 3) for an Expansion of Premise and Sidewalk Cafe license

      • Approving an application for Snack Bar, 800 WASHINGTON AVE N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Snack Bar LLC, BLAmend, LIC407713 for an Expansion of Premise license, subject to final inspections and compliance with all provisions of applicable code and ordinances.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Approving an application for Snack Bar, 800 WASHINGTON AVE N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Snack Bar LLC, BLFood, LIC407714 for a Sidewalk Cafe license, subject to final inspections and compliance with all provisions of applicable code and ordinances.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 2. State of Minnesota financial assistance for George Modular Innovation Solutions, LLC: 415 Royalston Ave N

      • Setting a public hearing for May 16, 2023, to consider submittal of an application to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development for a grant and/or loan under the Minnesota Investment Fund (MIF) program to George Modular Innovation Solutions, LLC for a modular housing manufacturing facility located at 415 Royalston Ave N.

      • Passage of Resolution supporting George Modular Innovation Solutions' application for financial incentives from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development’s Minnesota Investment Fund.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution of support for George Modular Innovation Solutions application for financial incentives from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development’s Job Creation Fund.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Accepting a grant of up to $2,000,000 from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development’s Minnesota Investment Fund, subject to award approval.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing execution of a grant agreement between the City and the Department of Employment and Economic Development in the amount awarded up to $2,000,000, subject to award approval.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing execution of a loan agreement with George Modular Innovation Solutions, LLC or an affiliated entity in the amount of up to $2,000,000, subject to award approval.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing execution of a business subsidy agreement with George Modular Innovation Solutions, LLC, subject to award approval.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution approving appropriation of funds to the Department of Community Planning & Economic Development.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Moratorium on certain high impact industrial uses

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved
      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Variance appeal: Michael Margulies, on behalf of Armory Holdings, LLC, 2900-2910 Hennepin Ave

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Liquor license approvals for May 16, 2023

      • 1010 Washington Wine & Spirits, 1010 WASHINGTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by QWS Enterprises Inc, BLAmend, LIC408100

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Lago Tacos, 2901 LYNDALE AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Lago Lyn-Lake LLC, BLLiquor, LIC407486

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Spearmint Rhino Gentlemen's Club, 725 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Nitelife Inc, BLAmend, LIC407904

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Thai Pepper Tangletown, 5455 NICOLLET AVE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Thai Pepper Tangletown LLC, BLWine, LIC407602

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Red Sea Bar & Restaurant, 320 CEDAR AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by HRS Enterprises Inc, BLLiqCat, LIC403825

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Royal Sonesta Minneapolis, 35 7TH ST S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Sonesta Minneapolis LLC, BLLiqCat, LIC408112

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Liquor License Renewals for May 16, 2023

      • 4th Street Saloon, 328 WEST BROADWAY Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 5) submitted by Fourth Street Saloon Inc, BLLiquor, LIC80055

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Augsburg University, 2211 RIVERSIDE AVE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Augsburg University, BLWine, LIC65993

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Bonchon, 1414 LAKE ST W Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Zac Inc, BLWine, LIC374178

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Centro Kitchen, 2412 NICOLLET AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Centro Restaurant Group LLC, BLLiquor, LIC402340

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Columbia Cafe, 3300 CENTRAL AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 1) submitted by GC Ventures LLC, BLLiquor, LIC378268

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • D'Amico Catering at the Atrium, 275 MARKET ST Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 5) submitted by D'Amico Catering LLC, BLLiquor, LIC77228

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • D'Amico Catering at the Beach Club, 2925 DEAN PKWY Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by D'Amico Catering LLC, BLLiquor, LIC80274

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Elevated Beer Wine & Spirits, 4135 HIAWATHA AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 12) submitted by Longfellow Brewing Company LLC, BLLiqOff, LIC53908

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Farmers Kitchen + Bar; Farmers Kitchen and Bar, 750 2ND ST S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Minnesota Farmers Union Alliance LLC, BLLiquor, LIC396146

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Finnegans House, 817 5TH AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Finnegans Brew Co LLC, BLBrewery, LIC363707

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Finnegans House, 817 5TH AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Finnegans Brew Co LLC, BLBrewery, LIC363709

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Holiday #3826, 2700 UNIVERSITY AVE SE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 2) submitted by NB Petroleum LLC, BLBeerOff, LIC392177

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Jungle Theater, 2951 LYNDALE AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by The Jungle Theater, BLWine, LIC65354

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Kiku Bistro, 2819 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Mt Fuji Restaurant of NY II LLC, BLLiquor, LIC80319

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • La Dona, 241 FREMONT AVE N Minneapolis, MN, submitted by La Dona, SBC, BLBrewery, LIC362455

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • La Dona, 241 FREMONT AVE N Minneapolis, MN, submitted by La Dona, SBC, BLBrewery, LIC366484

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Lowry Hill Meats, 1934 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Lowry Hill Meats LLC, BLWine, LIC382428

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Mortimer's, 2001 LYNDALE AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Slow Play LLC, BLLiquor, LIC351677

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Mother Clucker's Pizza Muffin Top Cafe, 1428 NICOLLET AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Muffin Top Cafe LLC, BLLiquor, LIC79319

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Mother Dough wine espresso beer, 225 6TH ST S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Faces Minneapolis LLC, BLWine, LIC396513

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Nighthawks Diner Bar, 3753 NICOLLET AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 8) submitted by Nighthawks LLC, BLLiquor, LIC369672

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Pump & Munch, 4401 NICOLLET AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 8) submitted by Kabalan Co, BLBeerOff, LIC74785

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Ramen Kazama Select, 1510 COMO AVE SE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Kazama LLC, BLWine, LIC359771

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Ritz Theater, 345 13TH AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by TLD Holdings LLC, BLWine, LIC355553

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Royal Foundry Craft Spirits Corp, 241 FREMONT AVE N Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Royal Foundry Craft Spirits Corporation, BLDistill, LIC361279

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Royal Foundry Craft Spirits Corp, 241 FREMONT AVE N Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Royal Foundry Craft Spirits Corporation, BLDistill, LIC361295

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Saint Genevieve, 5003 BRYANT AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by Frenchie LLC, BLLiquor, LIC375691

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Sooki and Mimi, 1432 31ST ST W Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by VESTA PARTNERS LLC, BLLiquor, LIC377493

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Southern Theater, 1420 WASHINGTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by The Southern Theater Foundation, BLWine, LIC66124

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Step Child, 24 UNIVERSITY AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Step Child LLC, BLWine, LIC392381

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Stop-N-Shop #4, 1700 LAKE ST E Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 9) submitted by Cedar Petroleum Inc, BLBeerOff, LIC75236

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Tacos Lupita, 5748 34TH AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Tacos Lupita LLC, BLWine, LIC369207

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • The Hideaway Burger Bar, 219 MAIN ST SE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Brinda Investments Inc, BLLiquor, LIC77600

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • The Lowry, 2112 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Blue Plate Restaurant Company Inc., BLLiquor, LIC79895

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • The Nicollet Diner & Roxy’s Cabaret, 1333 NICOLLET MALL Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Muffin Top Cafe LLC, BLLiquor, LIC400979

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Tilia, 2726 43RD ST W Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by Tilia LLC, BLLiquor, LIC375700

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Young Joni, 165 13TH AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Pizzeria Lola NE LLC, BLLiquor, LIC79662

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Prolonged vacancy at commercial and residential properties

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Grant Agreement with Minneapolis Public Housing Authority for sprinkler system installation: 1900 3rd St NE, 809 Spring St NE, 3755 Snelling Ave, and 3205 37th St E

      • Authorizing a grant agreement with the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority in the amount of $1,200,000 for the installation of sprinkler systems at 1900 3rd St NE, 809 Spring St NE, 3755 Snelling Ave, and 3205 37th St E through March 30, 2024.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the appropriate City administrator to make amendments to the agreement to ensure compliance with federal guidelines.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) Program updates

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Updates for the Year 2024-2025 Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and Procedural Manual

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Rezoning: Ken McCraley, 3410 42nd St E

      • Approving an application submitted by Ken McCraley to rezone (PLAN15658) the property located at 3410 42nd St E from the R5/Multiple Family District to the C2/Corridor Commercial District and retaining the PO Pedestrian Oriented Overlay District and the BFI3 Interior 3 Built Form Overlay District.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 20, Chapter 521 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Zoning Code: Zoning Districts and Maps Generally.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 12. Land use rezoning policies of Minneapolis 2040 ordinances

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 20 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Zoning Code, implementing the land use policies of Minneapolis 2040, including repealing all existing chapters within the Zoning Code, establishing new zoning chapters and zoning districts, and replacing citywide primary and overlay district maps accordingly:  Replacing Chapter 520 Introductory Provisions with General Provisions. Repealing Chapter 521 Zoning Districts and Maps Generally. Replacing Chapter 525 Administration and Enforcement with Administration and Procedures. Repealing Chapter 527 Planned Unit Development. Repealing Chapter 529 Interim Ordinances. Replacing Chapter 530 Site Plan Review with Zoning Districts. Repealing Chapter 531 Nonconforming Uses and Structures. Replacing Chapter 535 Regulations of General Applicability with Overlay Districts. Repealing Chapter 536 Specific Development Standards. Repealing Chapter 537 Accessory Uses and Structures. Adding a new Chapter 540 Built Form Overlay Districts. Repealing Chapter 541 Off-Street Parking, Loading, and Mobility. Repealing Chapter 543 On-Premises Signs. Repealing Chapter 544 Off-Premise Signs and Billboards. Adding a new Chapter 545 Use Regulations. Repealing Chapter 546 Residence Districts. Repealing Chapter 547 Office Residence Districts. Repealing Chapter 548 Commercial Districts. Repealing Chapter 549 Downtown Districts. Replacing 550 Industrial Districts with Development Standards. Repealing Chapter 551 Overlay Districts. Repealing Chapter 552 Built Form Overlay Districts. Adding a new Chapter 555 Off-Street Parking, Loading, and Mobility. Adding a new Chapter 560 Signs. Adding a new Chapter 565 Definitions.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 22, Chapter 598 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Land Subdivision: Land Subdivision Regulations, implementing the land use policies of Minneapolis 2040 in conjunction with related changes to the Zoning Code.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 3, Chapter 54 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Air Pollution and Environmental Protection: Stormwater Management, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 5 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Building Code, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040: Chapter 89 Other Requirements. Chapter 95 Projections and Encroachments.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 10 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Food Code, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040: Chapter 188 Administration and Licensing. Chapter 203 Grocery Stores.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 11, Chapter 225 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Health and Sanitation: Garbage and Refuse updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 12, Chapter 244 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Housing: Maintenance Code, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 13 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Licenses and Business Regulations, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040: Chapter 259 In General. Chapter 265 Special Permits for Specific Businesses and Uses. Chapter 266 Rental Halls. Chapter 267 Amusements. Chapter 281 Tobacco Dealers. Chapter 282 Donation Collection Bins. Chapter 319 Open Air Motor Vehicle Parking Lots.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 14 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Liquor and Beer, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040: Chapter 360 In General. Chapter 362 Liquor Licenses.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 15 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Offenses--Miscellaneous, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040: Chapter 385 In General. Chapter 405 Security of Reproductive Healthcare Facilities.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Ordinance amending Title 17, Chapter 449 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Streets and Sidewalks: Decorations and Banners, updating text to align with changes to the Zoning Code implementing Minneapolis 2040.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Neighborhood-serving commercial uses in residential areas legislative directive

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Environmental justice checklist legislative directive

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

  • Committee of the Whole

    • 1. Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR) settlement agreement fiscal analysis

      • Approving a legislative directive requesting a comprehensive fiscal analysis of the potential costs and impacts of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR) settlement agreement.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-0-0 Deemed Approved

      • Requesting the City Auditor to conduct an analysis of the operating and fiscal impacts that can be expected as a result of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR) settlement agreement.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved, does not require Mayor's signature
        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved, does not require Mayor's signature

      • Approving a legislative directive requesting a comprehensive fiscal analysis of the potential costs and impacts of the settlement agreement in the litigation matter of State of Minnesota by Rebecca Lucero, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Human Rights (MDHR) v. City of Minneapolis.

        • Failed 5-7-0 Failed

  • Policy & Government Oversight Committee

    • 1. Gift acceptance from the Minnesota section of the American Water Works Association of registration, travel, and lodging expenses

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Gift acceptance from the Minnesota State Association of Narcotics Investigators of registration and lodging expenses

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Gift acceptance from the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension of travel expenses

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Gift acceptance from the National Association of Counties and Cities Health Officials of travel and lodging expenses

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Gift acceptance from the Minneapolis Police K-9 Foundation of dual-purpose police dogs

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Gift acceptance from Joseph Fuller of K-9 Dog Kobe

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Gift acceptance from the Goldenrod Collaborative of per diem and hotel expenses

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Bid for Liquid Chlorine

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Bid for 2023 Vision Zero Project

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Bid for Convention Center Ceiling and Lighting Upgrade - Phase 4 Project

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Contract with Wiland Associates, LLC for Supplemental Emergency Operations Center Staffing

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 12. Contract with Election Systems & Software for purchase of in-person early voting ballot-on-demand printing equipment

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Contract amendment with Northside Economic Opportunity Network for workspace at 1007 W Broadway Ave

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Contract amendment with Minnesota State Colleges and Universities through Century College for fire cadet training and education services

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 15. Contract amendment with Lynch Wrecker Service, Inc, for public towing services

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 16. Contract amendments for the Language Services pool for interpreting and translation services

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0005473 with Age and Associates, Inc., in the amount of $50,000 for a total amount not to exceed $100,000, for interpreting and translation services.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to the contract COM0005344 with ASL Interpreting Services, Inc., in the amount of $50,000 for a total amount not to exceed $100,000, for interpreting and translation services.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to the contract COM0005472 with GBR Interpreting and Translation Services, in the amount of $50,000 for a total amount not to exceed $100,000, for interpreting and translation services.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to the contract COM0005471 with Global Language Connections, in the amount of $50,000 for a total amount not to exceed $100,000, for interpreting and translation services.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to the contract COM0005345 with Nadia Smith, in the amount of $50,000 for a total amount not to exceed $100,000, for interpreting and translation services.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 17. Contract amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body-worn cameras and licensing for the Police Department

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 18. Contract amendment with CenturyLink Communications, LLC for telecommunication services

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 19. Contract amendment with Good Works Consulting, LLC for continued delivery of the Metamorphosis Senior Leadership Development Program

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 20. 2023 Local Board of Appeal and Equalization Report

      • Receiving and filing the report of the 2023 Local Board of Appeal and Equalization.

      • Passage of Resolution approving the equalization of assessed valuations of real and personal property as recommended by the 2023 Local Board of Appeal and Equalization.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 21. Contract amendment with Robert Half International, Inc for temporary staffing services for the Public Safety Public Data Practices Project

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

  • Public Health & Safety Committee

    • 1. Grant application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships (FEMA) for targeted violence and terrorism prevention

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Community Health Services Administrator appointment

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 3. West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum grant for 2023 Food Policy Action Climate Action Cohort

      • Accepting a grant from the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, in the amount of $5,000, for participation in coaching and peer-learning sessions with the action team and other grantees.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum for the grant.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution approving appropriation of funds to the Health Department.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Project Safe Neighborhood Grant from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to assist sworn investigators

      • Passage of Resolution appropriating funds, in the amount of $175,000, from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to support hiring of two temporary Civilian Investigators in the Violent Crimes Division of the Police Department.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Accepting Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN) grant, in the amount of $175,000, from the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) to support hiring of two temporary Civilian Investigators in the Violent Crimes Division of the Police Department.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an Agreement with the Department of Justice through March 31, 2024.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Contracts with organizations for the Partnership Engagement Fund

      • Authorizing a contract with Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation, in partnership with Lowry Hill East Neighborhood Association, in the amount of $19,911, to develop youth programming to address community problems through workshops and conversations.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Twin Cities Healing Justice, in partnership with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in the amount of $20,000, to provide workshops on community engagement, leadership, and systematic racism for young people.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with the Whittier Alliance, in partnership with Fortune Relief And Youth Empowerment Organization (FRAYEO), in the amount of $25,000, to support community events in the Whittier and Lyndale neighborhoods.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in collaboration with ManUcan, in the amount of $20,000, to create a restorative-centered program for ex-felons.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Project DIVA International, in partnership with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in the amount of $25,000, to provide programming for South Minneapolis female-identifying youth.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Roots Connect, in partnership with Phillips West Neighborhood Organization (PWNO), in the amount of $20,000, to provide programming for youth on self-care, positive mental health coping strategies, and conflict resolution.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with the Cedar-Riverside Community Council (CRCC), in partnership with Support & Empowerment of People With Disabilities, in the amount of $26,620, to provide programming for people with disabilities.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Taurus Moon, in partnership with Webber-Camden Neighborhood Organization (WCNO), in the amount of $25,000, to provide holistic health and wellness programming to the North Minneapolis community.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Hawthorne Neighborhood Council, in collaboration with the Chocolate Milk Club, in the amount of $26,620, to provide childbirth education and breastfeeding support to new families.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Seeds Worth Sowing, in partnership with the Whittier Alliance, in the amount of $25,000, to create a community space for people with disabilities.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with The ANIKA Foundation, in partnership with the Webber-Camden Neighborhood Organization (WCNO), in the amount of $50,000, to create youth employment and entrepreneurship programming.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with the Whittier Alliance, in partnership with Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee (MIRAC), in the amount of $15,000, to provide English classes, taught by licensed educators, utilizing the Freire’s Popular Education model.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Circle of Discipline, in partnership with Marcy-Holmes Neighborhood Association (MHNA), in the amount of $25,000, to provide music, poetry, mentorship, and career exploration to community members.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in partnership with Carmen Incaroca, in the amount of $20,000, to provide Spanish language emergency preparedness training.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in partnership with William Martinez, in the amount of $20,000, to provide Spanish language training and leadership development for young people.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in partnership with Patricia Santos, in the amount of $20,000, to provide Spanish language support to families dealing with a cancer diagnosis.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Phillips West Neighborhood Organization (PWNO), in partnership with Alley Communications Incorporated, in the amount of $20,000, to provide journalism trainings and publishing opportunities for residents.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Midtown Phillips Neighborhood Association Incorporated (MPNAI), in partnership with New Americans Youth Soccer Club, in the amount of $18,000, to create a youth leadership development program.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Webber-Camden Neighborhood Organization (WCNO), in partnership with Jun Yang, in the amount of $50,000, to create a civic leadership program for community members, especially from underrepresented communities.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Webber-Camden Neighborhood Organization (WCNO), in partnership with The Barber Ranch LLC, in the amount of $20,000, to provide barber training to young people.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Listen Media Community Fund, in partnership with Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO), in the amount of $20,000, to invest in the creation of a community-focused photography gallery in George Floyd Square.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Foundations, in partnership with the Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO), in the amount of $46,000, to provide mentorship to youth in community.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Fawkes Alley Coffee, in partnership with Citizens for Loring Park Community (CLPC), in the amount of $19,910, to support a development program that provides life skills training and career support.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in partnership with Biking with Baddies, in the amount of $25,000, to promote cycling to underrepresented community members through community events.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Amending Council Action No. 2023A-0443, passed June 15, 2023, to change the contractor from "Hawthorne Neighborhood Council, in collaboration with the Chocolate Milk Club" to "the Chocolate Milk Club, in collaboration with the Hawthorne Neighborhood Council."

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Amending Council Action No. 2023A-0511, passed July 20, 2023, to change the contractor from "Foundations" to "Foundations Church."

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Amending Council Action No. 2023A-0511, passed July 28, 2023, to change the partner listed from "Marcy-Holmes Neighborhood Association" to "Beltrami Neighborhood Council."

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Black Businesses Enterprises Fund, in partnership with Sheridan Neighborhood Organization (SNO), in the amount of $19,300, to provide financial literacy and entrepreneurship training to youth.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO), in partnership with SWAG LLC, in the amount of $20,000, to provide swim workshops for community building.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Minnesota Annual Conference Iglesia Piedra Viva UMC dba Iglesia Piedra Viva UMC, in partnership with the Whittier Alliance, in the amount of $20,000, to provide community building through music in Spanish and English.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Loving Lotus CNA Training Academy, in collaboration with Sheridan Neighborhood Organization (SNO), in the amount of $20,000, to provide CNA training for community members, especially from underrepresented backgrounds.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CANDO) and The Healing House Group, in the amount of $20,000, to host workshops and events on mental health.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with The Camden Collective, in partnership with Webber-Camden Neighborhood Organization, in the amount of $20,000, to create a food insecurity reduction program, engagement and internship program for youth in North Minneapolis.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with FMW Nonprofits, in partnership with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in the amount of $19,995, to create a community garden where youth participants will learn about gardening, cooking, and Native history.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Speaking Out Collective, in partnership with Cedar-Riverside Community Council (CRCC), in the amount of $25,000, to provide mentorship to youth in the teaching artist or educational career path.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Corcoran Neighborhood Organization (CNO), in partnership with Lourdes De la luz Francisco, in the amount of $20,000, to inform and educate community members in Spanish language workshops on the drivers license process.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with zAmya Theater Project, in partnership with North Loop Neighborhood Association, in the amount of $25,000, to support the production of a play as a tool for community building and connection.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with the Whittier Alliance, in partnership with The League of Women Voters, in the amount of $20,000, to increase voter participation in the Somali community.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Futsal Society, in partnership with the Whittier Alliance, in the amount of $18,600, to implement a mentorship program for youth, especially from underrepresented backgrounds, that provides personal growth opportunities and employment opportunities.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Minneapolis Bilingual Education Collective (Colectiva Bilingüe) and Sheridan Neighborhood Organization (SNO), in the amount of $46,850, to implement environmental initiatives at 3 dual language elementary schools.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with MCN6, in partnership with Sheridan Neighborhood Organization (SNO), in the amount of $20,000, to provide after-school video production programming for youth.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Cedar-Riverside Community Council (CRCC), in partnership with Cedar Riverside Athletics & Enrichment, in the amount of $20,000, to expand programming for youth.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Let's Learn Collectively On Our Life's Journey, in partnership with Sheridan Neighborhood Organization (SNO), in the amount of $18,700, to provide culturally-sensitive workshops on organizational leadership, conflict resolution, financial literacy, and proposal writing.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Victory Neighborhood Association (ViNA), in partnership with Nuestra Lucha (Our Fight), in the amount of $10,000, to provide Mexican Folklore dance classes and other cultural activities in North Minneapolis.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Strangers Meeting Strangers, in collaboration with Citizens for a Loring Park Community, in the amount of $20,000, to provide a platform for community conversations in Minneapolis.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Metro Blooms on behalf of The Black Radish Project, in partnership with Standish-Ericcson Neighborhood Association, in the amount of $10,000, to expand gardening programming.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

  • Public Works & Infrastructure Committee

    • 1. Stormwater Management Program and Annual Report

      • Setting a public hearing for May 18, 2023, in the Public Works & Infrastructure Committee to receive public comments regarding the City's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Management Program and Annual Report.

      • Passage of Resolution adopting the City of Minneapolis and Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Phase I Permit Stormwater Management Program and Annual Report for 2022 Activities.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the Public Works Department to submit the City of Minneapolis and Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Stormwater Management Program Annual Report to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for review and approval.

        • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Lush Plush Pride Party Block Event Permit: June 23-24, 2023.

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Saloon Pride Large Block Event Permit: June 23-25, 2023

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 4. METRO Green Line Extension (Southwest Light Rail) Project: Subordinate Funding Agreement No. 9

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 5. 2nd St S Pedestrian Safety Improvement Project: Layout approval

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Agreement with Xcel Energy for Hennepin Ave S Street Reconstruction Project (Lake St W to Douglas Ave)

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Biennial Routine Maintenance Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 8. F Line Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Recommended Corridor Plan: City of Minneapolis comments

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 9. 2023 Public Works Week honorary resolution

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Obstruction Permit fees update

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved

  • Resolutions

  • New Business

    • 1. Rent stabilization policy

      • Directing the City Attorney's Office to prepare a draft ordinance on rent stabilization, to be referred to the electorate at the 2023 General Municipal Election, with the ordinance to be prepared consistent with the Framework 5 model advanced by the City's Housing/Rent Stabilization Work Group Report, including the following components:  Fixed rent increases at three percent annually, with no adjustment for Consumer Price Index. Vacancy control and no "rent banking." No exempted types of housing and no exemption for new construction. Exception process for investment/substantial capital improvements and for deferred maintenance and habitability. Requirements for City certification, the creation of an oversight body charged with program compliance and enforcement, and an appeals process. If approved by voters, the policy to become legally effective six months after certification of results by the Minneapolis Canvassing Board.

        • Passed 7-5-0 Approved, does not require Mayor's signature

      • Passage of Ordinance, to be submitted to the voters at the November 7, 2023, municipal election, amending Title 12 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances relating to Housing, adding a new Chapter 252 providing for a rent stabilization ordinance consistent with the Framework 5 model advanced by the City’s Housing/Rent Stabilization Work Group.

        • Passed 5-4-1 Returned to author

  • Addendum