City Council December 07, 2023   12/7/2023

Attachments

  • Call to Order

    • 1. Roll Call.

    • 2. Adoption of the agenda.

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

  • Budget Committee

    • 1. COVID employee leave programs extension

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 2. 2024 Appointed, Non-Represented, and Politically Appointed employee salary schedules

      • Approving an increase to the salary and wage schedules, including longevity, by 4.5% for all unclassified jobs in the Appointed employee group, effective with the payroll period beginning Dec 31, 2023; and authorizing step progression, subject to satisfactory or better performance.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving an increase to the salary and wage schedules, including longevity, by 4.5% for all classified jobs in the Non-Represented employee group effective the payroll period beginning Dec 31, 2023; and authorizing step progression subject to satisfactory or better performance.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving an increase to the salary and wage schedules, including longevity, by 4.5% for all classified jobs in the Politically Appointed employee group, effective with the pay period beginning Dec 31, 2023; and authorizing step progression, subject to satisfactory or better performance.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Business, Inspections, Housing & Zoning Committee

    • 1. Appointment of Director of Community Planning & Economic Development

      • Receiving and filing Mayor Frey's appointment of Erik Hansen to the appointed position of Director of Community Planning & Economic Development for a term ending January 2026.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Received and Filed

      • Granting consent to the Mayor's nomination of Erik Hansen to the appointed position of Director of Community Planning & Economic Development and Executive Director of the Minneapolis Community Development Agency for a term ending January 2026.

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

    • 2. McDonald's, 1425 4th St. SE, (Ward 3) for an Extended Hours license

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 3. HUGE Improv Theater, 2728 Lyndale Ave S, (Ward 10) for an On Sale Wine with Strong Beer, and General Entertainment license

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 4. The Kenwood, 2115 21st St W, (Ward7) for an On Sale Liquor with Sunday Sales and No Live Entertainment license

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Gia, 5555 Xerxes Ave S, (Ward 13) for an On Sale Liquor with No Live Entertainment license

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Berlin, 204 1st St N, (Ward 3) for an On Sale Liquor with Sunday Sales, General Entertainment and Sidewalk Cafe licenses

      • Approving an application for Berlin, 204 1ST ST N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Berlin Music Bar LLC, BLFood, LIC411812, subject to final inspections and compliance with all provisions of applicable code and ordinances.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving an application for Berlin, 204 1ST ST N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Berlin Music Bar LLC, BLLiquor, LIC411811, subject to final inspections and compliance with all provisions of applicable code and ordinances.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Bina's, 1404 Quincy St NE, (Ward 1) held by The Quincy NE LLC, for an On Sale Liquor with Sunday Sales and No Live Entertainment license

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 8. 3030 Nicollet Project Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan and Housing Revenue Bond Issuance

      • Passage of Resolution approving the 3030 Nicollet Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Plan.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the issuance of a "Pay-As-You-Go" TIF Note to Project for Pride in Living or an affiliated entity in a principal amount not to exceed $534,700.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a tax increment financing assistance contract with Project for Pride in Living or an affiliated entity and other necessary documents related to the recommended actions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving additional funding of $1,650,000 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund contingency pool for the 3030 Nicollet project located at 3030 Nicollet Ave and authorizing loan documents with Project for Pride in Living or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing final approval for issuance of Tax Exempt Multifamily Entitlement Housing Revenue Bonds in an amount not to exceed $26,500,000 for the 3030 Nicollet Ave affordable housing project.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Setting a public hearing for November 28, 2023, to consider a Tax Increment Financing Plan and the issuance of housing revenue bonds for the 3030 Nicollet project located at 3030 Nicollet Ave.

    • 9. Interim use permit: Jeff Ellerd, on behalf of The Wall Companies, 525 Malcolm Ave SE

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Body art ordinance

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

    • 11. Pedicab ordinance: Operations and vehicle standards

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

    • 12. Variance appeal: Mark Thieroff, on behalf of Patrick and Lana Skahen, 5413 Woodlawn Blvd

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Order to Raze and Remove Building: 3605 Columbus Ave

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Liquor license approvals for November 28, 2023

      • Agra Culture, 2400 3RD AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Mpls Society of Fine Arts, BLAmend, LIC412181

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Agra Culture, 2400 3RD AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Minneapolis Society of Fine Arts, BLAmend, LIC412219

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Nico's Taco Bar, 4959 PENN AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by Jans Enterprises Inc, BLLiquor, LIC412079

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Ombibulous, 949 HENNEPIN AVE E Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by OmbiMpls LLC, BLLiqOff, LIC404839

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Orpheum Theatre, 910 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Historic Theatre Group LLC, BLAmend, LIC412048

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Pantages Theatre, 710 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Historic Theatre Group LLC, BLAmend, LIC412049

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • State Theatre, 805 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Historic Theatre Group LLC, BLAmend, LIC412050

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • The Malt Shop Bar and Grill, 809 50TH ST W Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by The Malt Shop Bar and Grill LLC, BLAmend, LIC411774

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Trader Joe's, 721 WASHINGTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Trader Joe's East Inc., BLAmend, LIC412068

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Dario, 323 WASHINGTON AVE N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Underdog Service Group LLC, BLLiquor, LIC411205

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 15. Liquor License Renewals for November 28, 2023

      • Day Block Brewing Co, 1105 WASHINGTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Day Block Brewing Company LLC, BLLiquor, LIC80214

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Day Block Brewing Company, 1105 WASHINGTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Day Block Brewing Company LLC, BLBrewery, LIC353682

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Elk's Lounge, 1614 PLYMOUTH AVE N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 5) submitted by Ames Lodge #106, BLLiquor, LIC80410

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Hoban Korean BBQ, 2939 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Hoban Korean BBQ LLC, BLLiquor, LIC75944

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Katar River Restaurant & Bakery, 2751 MINNEHAHA AVE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Katar River Restaurant & Bakery LLC, BLWine, LIC65315

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Spice & Tonic, 903 WASHINGTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by India Kitchen LLC, BLLiquor, LIC396852

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 16. Gambling license approvals for November 28, 2023

      • Edinburgh USA ProAm Foundation, 1121 QUINCY ST NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Edinburgh USA ProAm Foundation, BLGeneral, LIC412274

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Firefighters for Healing, 414 6TH AVE N Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Firefighters for Healing, BLGeneral, LIC412271

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • NE Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation, 1928 UNIVERSITY AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by NE Minneapolis Lions Community Foundation, BLGeneral, LIC412275

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 17. Spring 2023 brownfield grants from the Metropolitan Council Tax Base Revitalization Account (TBRA) and Seeding Equitable Economic Development (SEED) program, and the Hennepin County Environmental Response Fund (ERF)

      • Accepting grants from the Metropolitan Council's Tax Base Revitalization Account (TBRA) and Seeding Equitable Economic Development (SEED) program, in the total amount of $760,000, for the following projects: 753 Washington Ave N Project, 753 Washington Ave N ($35,500); Agate Housing, 2800 – 2817 27th Ave S ($213,500); East Plymouth Heights, 1014 and 1016 Plymouth Ave N ($30,100); Kyle Garden Square, 700 10th Ave S ($172,000); The Nicollet Project, 3246 Nicollet Ave ($12,400); and Unity Building, 401-405 E Lake St ($296,500).

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Accepting grants from Hennepin County's Environmental Response Fund (ERF), in the total amount of $838,252, for the following projects: 1301 W Lake Apartments, 1301 W Lake St ($54,081); Agate Housing, 2800 – 2817 27th Ave S ($177,900); Envision Community Penn Avenue, 2100, 2106 and 2110 Penn Ave N ($86,551); Fare Game Restaurant, 2900 and 2910 Johnson St NE ($34,370); Snelling Yards Family Housing, 3601 E 44th St ($315,000); Stinson Apartments, 1714 E Hennepin Ave ($93,950); and Unity Building, 401-405 E Lake St ($76,400).

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing contracts or agreements with the Metropolitan Council and Hennepin County for the aforesaid grants.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing execution of one or more funding agreements with each of the sub-recipients (or an affiliated entity) and/or disbursement and related agreements for these grants.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Amending Council Action No. 2023A-0588, passed September 7, 2023, to correct the amount of the Metropolitan Council TBRA grant awarded to the 753 Washington Ave N Project (753 Washington Ave N) in the spring 2023 brownfield grant round from $35,500 to $39,500.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2023R-261, passed September 7, 2023, to correct the amount of the Metropolitan Council TBRA grant awarded to the 753 Washington Ave N Project (753 Washington Ave N) in the spring 2023 brownfield grant round from $35,500 to $39,500.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 18. Grant application for adult employment and training services

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 19. Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards grant for regional workforce development

      • Accepting a grant from the Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards, in the amount of $29,907, for regional workforce development.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Minnesota Association of Workforce Boards for the grant.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 20. Development labor standards enforcement

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 21. Deadline extension for forgivable loan to Indigenous Peoples Task Force's Mikwanedun Audisookon Project at 2313 13th Ave S

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 22. Comparative analysis of TNC minimum compensation models

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

    • 23. Minneapolis Advisory Committee on Housing appointments

      • Approving Catrice Williams for Council appointment, Seat 5, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2023, and ending Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Amanda Leathers for Council appointment, Seat 6, Ward 13, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2023, and ending Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Sam Adams for Council appointment, Seat 7, Ward 10, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2023, and ending Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Love Shannon for Mayoral appointment, Seat 10, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2023, and ending Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Catriona Stuart for Mayoral appointment, Seat 12, Ward 10, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2023, and ending Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 24. Minneapolis Public Housing Authority appointments

      • Confirming Gloria Freeman for Mayoral appointment, Seat 2, Ward 3, for 3 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2023, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Thomas Nordyke for Mayoral appointment, Seat 5, Ward 7, for 3 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2022, and ending Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Abdullahi Isse for Council reappointment, Seat 6, Ward 13, for 3 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2026.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Danielle Werder for Council appointment, Seat 7, Ward 9, for 3 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2026.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Medaria Arradondo for Council reappointment, Seat 8, for 3 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2026; and waiving the residency requirement (Minneapolis Code of Ordinance 14.180).

        • Passed 9-4-0 Approved

    • 25. 2023 Affordable Housing Trust Fund Award Recommendations

      • Approving a total of $16,894,427 from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, subject to meeting underwriting requirements and the availability of funding at project closing for the following 9 projects: Cheatham Apartments, The NorthView, The LOMA, 1301 Lake Street, Portland Village Rehab, Little Earth Rehab, Saint Olaf Exodus Building, UHT Parcel 6A, and NACC-Housing.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a partial loan of up to $1,000,000 from the AHTF for the Cheatham Apartments project located at 3716 Cheatham Ave by Trellis Company or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $1,365,000 from the AHTF for The NorthView project located at 3806-18 3rd Ave S, 3146 Cedar Ave S, 2216-20 Clinton Ave S by Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $2,260,000 from the AHTF for The LOMA project located at 3246 Nicollet Ave by One Stop African Market or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for an additional partial loan of up to $1,000,000 for a project total of $2,000,000 from the AHTF for the 1301 Lake Street project located at 1301 W Lake St by CommonBond Communities or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $1,350,000 from the AHTF for the Portland Village Rehab project located at 1829 Portland Ave S by RS Eden or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for an additional loan of up to $2,500,000 for a project total of $4,000,000 from the AHTF for the Little Earth Rehab project located at 2501 Cedar Ave S by Little Earth Tribes with LaSalle Development Group or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $2,019,427 from the AHTF for the Saint Olaf Exodus project located at 819 2nd Ave S by Aeon or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for an additional partial loan of up to $3,500,000 for a project total of $5,000,000 from the AHTF for the UHT Parcel 6A project located at 3700 Washington Ave N by United Properties and Building Blocks or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a partial loan of up to $1,900,000 from the AHTF for the NAAC-Housing project located at 1213 Franklin Ave E by Wellington Development or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 26. Preliminary Reservation of Year 2024 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 27. Rezoning: 625, 629, 641, 643, 649, 653, 655, 659, 705, 711, 715, 719, 723, 727, 733, 737, 741, 747, and 751 Van Buren St NE, and 901 Summer St NE

      • Considering a rezoning (PLAN16604) of the properties located at 625, 629, 641, 643, 649, 653, 655, 659, 705, 711, 715, 719, 723, 727, 733, 737, 741, 747, and 751 Van Buren St NE, and 901 Summer St NE from the BFC6 Corridor 6 Built Form Overlay District to the BFI3 Interior 3 Built Form Overlay District, retaining the UN2 Urban Neighborhood District.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Referred to Staff
        • Passed 12-0-0 Referred to Staff
        • Passed 12-0-0 Referred to Staff
        • Passed 13-0-0 Referred to Staff

      • Returning to author an ordinance amending Title 20, Chapter 530 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances related to Zoning Districts, for the rezoning of properties located at 625, 629, 641, 643, 649, 653, 655, 659, 705, 711, 715, 719, 723, 727, 733, 737, 741, 747, and 751 Van Buren St NE, and 901 Summer St NE (PLAN16604) from the BFC6 Corridor 6 Built Form Overlay District to the BFI3 Interior 3 Built Form Overlay District, retaining the UN2 Urban Neighborhood District.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Returned to author
        • Passed 12-0-0 Returned to author
        • Passed 12-0-0 Returned to author
        • Passed 13-0-0 Returned to author
        • Passed 13-0-0 Returned to author

    • 28. Regulation of tobacco products ordinance

      • Passed 12-0-0 Expired
      • Passed 13-0-0 Expired

    • 29. Window cleaning ordinance

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

    • 30. Rental dwelling pre-leasing ordinance

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

    • 31. Variances and site plan review appeal: Gretchen Arana, 5005 Lyndale Ave S

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 32. Great Streets Facade Improvement Grant Program Administration Funding Awards

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Committee of the Whole

    • 1. Appointment of City Operations Officer

      • Receiving and filing Mayor Frey's appointment of Margaret Anderson Kelliher to the appointed position of City Operations Officer for a term ending January 2026.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Received and Filed

      • Granting consent to the Mayor's nomination of Margaret Anderson Kelliher to the appointed position of City Operations Officer (City Coordinator) for a term ending January 2026.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 11-2-0 Approved

  • Policy & Government Oversight Committee

    • 1. Gift acceptance from Big Cities Health Coalition of travel expenses including flight, lodging, ground transportation, and appropriate incidentals

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 2. HUD Community Project Funding Grant Application and Acceptance for North Commons Park Improvement Project

      • Authorizing application for and acceptance of a Community Project Funding award from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in the amount of $2,000,000, for the North Commons Park Improvement Project, and delegating authority to the Finance Officer to be the City’s authorized representative for communicating with HUD.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with US Department of Housing and Urban Development for a Community Project Funding award made to the benefit of North Commons Park Improvement Project.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a subaward agreement in the amount of $2,000,000 to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution appropriating funds to the Department of Finance and Property Services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Capital Long-Range Improvement Committee Appointment

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Bid for Reinforced Manhole Covers

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Bid for Public Sidewalk Snow and Ice Removal

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Bid for Large Area Turf Establishment

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Bid for Douglas N Neighborhood Curb Ramp Improvement Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Master contract with the University of Minnesota for research, consulting, and technical assistance services

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Master contracts for eligible providers of workforce development services for 2021-2025

      • Authorizing a master contract with Build Wealth MN as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Building Strong Communities as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Comunidades Organizando el Poder y la Acción Latina (COPAL) as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Environmental Initiative as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Minneapolis Climate Action as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Minnesota Training Partnership as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with NorthPoint Health and Wellness as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Riverside Plaza Tenants as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Sabathani Community Center as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Unidos MN (aka Navigate MN) as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Tasks Unlimited as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2025, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Contract with Shaw Lundquist Associates, Inc for the MBC Mechanical/Life Safety and City Hall Office Improvements Phase 3C Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Contract with B2B Technology, Inc for PeopleSoft administration services

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 12. Contract with Independent Emergency Services for a shared/hosted next generation 911 call handling system

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Contract with LifeTech EMS LLC for emergency medical services at the Minneapolis Convention Center

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Contract with Rave Wireless, Inc. for a Software as a Service mass notification system

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 15. Contracts to support evidence-based opioid addiction treatment services

      • Authorizing a contract with Comunidades Latinas Unidas En Servicio (CLUES), in the amount of $100,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for evidence-based opioid addiction treatment services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with University of Minnesota, in the amount of $150,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for evidence-based opioid addiction treatment services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with the Greater Minneapolis Council of Churches, in the amount of $100,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for evidence-based opioid addiction treatment services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Access Healing Center, in the amount of $75,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for evidence-based opioid addiction treatment services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 16. Contract amendment with Rachel Contracting LLC for Kmart demolition project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 17. Contract amendment with Toole Design Group for engineering and design services for the 1st Ave S Reconstruction and Bridge over Greenway Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 18. Contract amendment with Tri-Construction for tenant improvements for Neighborhood Safety at 927 West Broadway

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 19. Contract amendment with Trapeze Software Group, Inc dba AssetWorks, LLC for licensing, support and maintenance, and hosting of fleet and fuel management software

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 20. Contract amendment with TerminalFour, Inc. for the support and maintenance of the City's website

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 21. Contract amendment with Verint Americas, Inc. for the 311 Lagan system

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 22. Contract amendment with PCI Roads, LLC, to provide Pavement Profiling and Roto Milling Services

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 23. Contract amendment with Ti-Zack Concrete, Inc. for the Whittier Safe Routes to School Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 24. Contract amendment with Spriggs Plumbing & Heating, Inc. for the Target Center Sanitary Piping Repairs Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 25. Contract amendment with Gries Lenhardt Allen, P.L.L.P. for Workers' Compensation legal services

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 26. Contract amendment with Paragon Restoration II, Inc. for the Target Center Floor Repair and Coating - Phase 2 Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 27. Contract amendment with Ti-Zack Concrete, Inc. for the Lyndale Ave N Pedestrian Improvements Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 28. Contract amendment with Versacon, Inc. for Fire Station #8 Miscellaneous Improvements Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 29. Contract amendment with Infor Public Sector, Inc. and Avolve Software Corp. for continued licensing, maintenance, and support of the City's Enterprise Land Management System, as well as to migrate to Software as a Service version

      • Authorizing an increase to contract C-37702 with Infor Public Sector, Inc., in the amount of $2,456,052 for a new not to exceed total of $5,471,383.67, and a five-year extension through Dec 31, 2028, for Software as a Service (Saas) migration, continued licensing, maintenance and support of the City’s Enterprise Land Management System.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to Contract C-37703 with Avolve Software Corp., in the amount of $634,625 for a new not to exceed total of $1,405,327, and a five-year extension through Dec 31, 2028, for Software as a Service (Saas) migration, continued licensing, maintenance and support of the City’s Enterprise Land Management System.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 30. Legal Settlement: Keneisha Gilmer v. City of Minneapolis and John Vinck

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 31. Legal Settlement: Yolima Arguello v. City of Minneapolis

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 32. Legal Settlement: Workers' Compensation claim of Logan Johansson

      • Passed 4-2-0 Approved
      • Passed 9-4-0 Approved

    • 33. Legal Settlement: Workers' Compensation claim of Mohamed Abdullahi

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 34. Legal Settlement: Workers' Compensation claim of Peter Brazeau

      • Passed 4-2-0 Approved
      • Passed 9-4-0 Approved

    • 35. Legal Settlement: Workers' Compensation claim of Andrew Braun

      • Passed 4-2-0 Approved
      • Passed 9-4-0 Approved

    • 36. Master contracts with various vendors for eligible providers of climate, energy, and sustainability services

      • Authorizing a master contract with Cooperative Energy Futures, in the amount of $4,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Elevate Energy, in the amount of $4,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Frontier Energy, in the amount of $4,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Lake Street Council, in the amount of $2,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Minnesota Waste Wise Foundation, in the amount of $2,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Tree Trust, in the amount of $4,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Emerge Community Development, in the amount of $1,500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Hired, in the amount of $1,500,000, for three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with ICAST, in the amount of $1,500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Sabathani Community Center, in the amount of $1,500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026,  for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Spark Youth, in the amount of $1,500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Metro Blooms, in the amount of $1,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Minneapolis Climate Action, in the amount of $1,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Navigate, in the amount of $1,000,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Environmental Initiative, in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Great Plaines Institutes, in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Impact Solutions, LLC, in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with LHB, Inc., LLC, in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Precipitate, LLC, in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Rock, Leaf, Water, in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Tides Center (CMEJ Sponsor), in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a master contract with Young Environmental Consulting, in the amount of $500,000, for a three-year term, Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2026, for climate, energy, and sustainability services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Public Health & Safety Committee

    • 1. Neighborhood Revitalization Program Policy Board ordinance

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

    • 2. High risk sexual conduct ordinance

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

    • 3. Homegrown Minneapolis Food Council appointments

      • Approving Jenny Breen for Council reappointment, Seat 1, Ward 8, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Kevin Ellis for Council reappointment, Seat 2, Ward 12, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Cory Wintersteen for Council appointment, Seat 3, Ward 3, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving David Herrera Santacruz for Council appointment, Seat 4, Ward 12, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Destiny Jones for Council appointment, Seat 5, Ward 4, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Katelyn Yee for Council appointment, Seat 6, Ward 2, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Angela Gustafson for Council appointment, Seat 7, Ward 13, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Mykela Jackson for Council appointment, Seat 8, Ward 6, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Natalie Haberman for Mayoral appointment, Seat 9, Ward 9, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Paola Ehrmantraut for Mayoral appointment, Seat 10, Ward 7, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming J. DeVon Nolen for Mayoral reappointment, Seat 11, Ward 5, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Marcus Kar for Mayoral reappointment, Seat 12, Ward 5, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Emily Mattheisen for Mayoral reappointment, Seat 13, Ward 11, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Todd Western for Mayoral appointment, Seat 14, Ward 4, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Confirming Chris Waters for Mayoral appointment, Seat 15, Ward 10, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 4. High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Program grant to address regional drug threats

      • Accepting a grant from the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy, in the amount of $47,500, to address regional drug threats with the purpose of reducing drug trafficking and drug production in the United States.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Executive Office of the President Office of National Drug Control Policy through Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 5. 2023 National Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for the Police Crime Lab

      • Accepting the National Forensic Sciences Improvement Grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety - Office of Justice Programs, in the amount of $41,250, for training and equipment for the Police Department Crime Lab.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety - Office of Justice Programs, for the grant period of Jul 1, 2023, through Sep 30, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 6. U.S. Department of Justice for the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) hiring grant

      • Accepting a grant from U.S. Department of Justice, in the amount of $1,250,000, to hire ten additional police officers over three years to support the City's efforts to address violent crime and gun violence.

        • Passed 5-1-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to pay a portion of the salaries and fringe benefits of 10 entry-level sworn officers for three years.

        • Passed 5-1-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 5-1-0 Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Approved

    • 7. Contract amendment with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for Human Trafficking Investigations Crime Analyst support

      • Authorizing an amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension on the Human Trafficking Investigations Task Force, in the amount of $19,500, for Minneapolis Crime Analyst support.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Contract with the City of Crystal for traffic enforcement for the State's Toward Zero Death program

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Office of Justice Programs (OJP) for BJA FY 23 Byrne Discretionary Community Project Funding/Byrne Discretionary Grant, in the amount of $1,894,337, for student internship program within the Minneapolis Police Department

      • Accepting a grant from the Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Federal Centers for BJA FY 23 Byrne Discretionary Community Project Funding/Byrne Discretionary Grants Program, in the amount of $1,894,337, for a student internship program, within the Minneapolis Police Department, through Pathways Encouraging Active Community Engagement (PEACE).

        • Passed 5-1-0 Approved
        • Passed 10-3-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) for the grant.

        • Passed 5-1-0 Approved
        • Passed 10-3-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution approving appropriation of funds to the Minneapolis Police Department.

        • Passed 5-1-0 Approved
        • Passed 10-3-0 Approved

    • 10. Grant award from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety - State Fire Marshal Division for a Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant

      • Accepting a Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety - State Fire Marshal Division, in the amount of $78,750, to be used for HazMat training and incident response conducted between Oct 1, 2023, through Sep 30, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Grant from the Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to prepare for emergencies and disasters

      • Accepting a grant from the Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, in the amount of $57,124, to enhance emergency management capabilities.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management for the grant.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 12. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant for enhancing emergency management capabilities

      • Accepting a grant from the Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, in the amount of $829,500, to enhance emergency management capabilities.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Minnesota Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management for the grant.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Medica Foundation grant for anti-stigma campaign and pilot on-site substance use disorder project

      • Accepting a grant from the Medica Foundation, in the amount of $47,000, for the anti-stigma campaign and pilot on-site substance use disorder project for the period of Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with Medica Foundation for the grant.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Strong Foundations grant amendment from the Minnesota Department of Health for implementation of evidence-based Family Home Visiting services

      • Accepting a grant amendment from the Minnesota Department of Health, in the amount of $1,887,256, for the evidence-based home visiting services for the period of Jan 1, 2024, through Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Health for the grant.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 15. 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

    • 16. Support for the formation of Longfellow Community Energy, Inc. to build and operate a carbon-free district energy system

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 17. Contract for service agreement with Hennepin County to respond to social determinants of health impacting Minneapolis residents

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 18. Food Matters grant from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) to support creation of four videos

      • Accepting a $10,000 grant from the Natural Resources Defense Council to support creation of four videos for food waste prevention for a one-year period beginning Jan 1, 2024.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the Natural Resources Defense Council for the grant funds.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 19. Joint powers agreement between the City of Minneapolis, Special School District No. 1, the Park and Recreation Board, and Hennepin County for the Youth Coordinating Board

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Public Works & Infrastructure Committee

  • Audit Committee

    • 1. Biennial Body Worn Camera and Automated License Plate Reader Audit Reports

      • Directing the City Clerk to transmit the Police Department's Body Worn Camera Audit Report to the appropriate agency within the State of Minnesota.

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

      • Directing the City Clerk to transmit the Automated License Plate Reader Biennial Audit Report to the appropriate agency within the State of Minnesota.

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

  • Introduction & Referral Calendar

    • 1. Vacant building registration ordinance

      • Passed 13-0-0 Expired

  • Resolutions

  • Unfinished Business

    • 1. Liquor license approvals for November 9, 2023

      • El Sazon Cocina & Tragos, 5309 LYNDALE AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 11) submitted by El Sazon Cocina & Tragos LLC, BLLiquor, LIC410886

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Fusion Pancake House & Bistro, 5001 34TH AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Fusion Pancake House & Bistro Inc, BLWine, LIC411345

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • The Bungalow Club, 4300 LAKE ST E Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 2) submitted by Ham Hands LLC, BLAmend, LIC411380

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Gidi Bar and Lounge, 322 1ST AVE N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Club Gidi LLC, BLLiquor, LIC409400

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Considering a license for TXT Wine & Spirits, 700 WEST BROADWAY Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 5) submitted by TXT LLC, BLLiqOff, LIC406445

        • Passed 12-1-0 Referred to Staff
        • Passed 13-0-0 Referred to Staff

  • Closed Session

    • 1. Litigation matter of Donald Williams v. City of Minneapolis

    • 2. Litigation matter of Desmond Gilbert v. City of Minneapolis

  • Addendum