City Council February 22, 2024   2/22/2024

Attachments

  • Call to Order

    • 1. Roll Call.

    • 2. Adoption of the agenda.

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

  • Administration & Enterprise Oversight Committee

    • 1. Gift acceptance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency of travel expenses

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Support for displaced populations

      • Receiving and filing a presentation in response to a legislative directive requesting a high level overview of current program, services, and partnerships available to local immigrants and an overview regarding policies, practices, and protocols for city staff who interact with immigrant and refugee residents.

      • Approving a legislative directive that includes a high level overview of current program, services, and partnerships available to local immigrants residing in Minneapolis, as well as overview on current policies, practices, and protocols in place for city staff who interact with immigrant and refugee populations.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Bid for Pioneers and Soldiers Memorial Cemetery Masonry Pier Repair Project

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Bid for Hennepin Ave S Reconstruction Project

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Contract with Wiland Associates for National Incident Management System (NIMS) Reset Training Maintenance

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Contract with OneNeck IT Solutions LLC for providing outsourced IT services

      • Authorizing a contract with OneNeck IT Solutions LLC for a five (5) year term, beginning Apr 1, 2024, with a total amount not to exceed $24,025,000, with an option to extend for three (3) additional one (1) year terms, or one (1) additional three (3) year term, to provide outsourced IT services.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing customization of the City’s Terms and Conditions with OneNeck IT Solutions LLC, pursuant to negotiations, for insurance coverage, limitation of liability, force majeure, dispute resolution, termination, and performance bond.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Contracts with various vendors for loan administration of the Minneapolis Homes: Access Down Payment Assistance Program

      • Authorizing a contract with Community Neighborhood Housing dba NeighborWorks Home Partners, for a term from Feb 19, 2024, through Mar 31, 2025, for an amount not to exceed $675,080, for a one (1) year term with the option to extend the contract for two (2) additional one (1) year terms, for an annual amount of $348,000 and a new total amount not to exceed $1,371,080, subject to budgetary authorization and need for additional services.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with BuildWealth, MN, for a term from Feb 19, 2024, through Mar 31, 2025, for $675,080 for a one (1) year term with the option to extend the contract for two (2) additional one (1) year terms, for an annual amount of $348,000 and a new total amount not to exceed $1,371,080, subject to budgetary authorization and need for additional services.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Master Contract Amendment with the Division of Indian Work for the continued provision of health and human services

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Master Contract Amendment with the Center for Energy and Environment for environmental services

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Contract amendment for the Video Surveillance Upgrade project at the Convention Center

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Contract amendment with CoStar Realty Information, Inc. for access to real estate information database

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 12. Contract amendment for Yard Maintenance Services

      • Authorizing an increase to Contract No. COM0006858 with Metro Lawns LLC, in the amount of $300,000 for a total not to exceed $450,000 and utilizing the two-year extension options available under the contract to extend through Dec 31, 2025, for yard maintenance services for Regulatory Services, all in accordance with City specifications.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to Contract No. COM0006863 with Aloha Landscaping, Inc, in the amount of $300,000 for a total not to exceed $450,000 and utilizing the two-year extension options available under the contract to extend through Dec 31, 2025, for yard maintenance services for Regulatory Services, all in accordance with City specifications.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Legal Settlement: Bret Haage v. City of Minneapolis

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Legal Settlement: Anthony Watson v. City of Minneapolis, John Vinck and Mark Doll

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 15. Legal Settlement: Brittanie Jaylene Rodriguez v. Ridler Heating & Cooling, Inc.; and Sean David West, and Minneapolis Bicycle Coalition v. Oscar Romero

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 16. Contract amendments with organizations providing services under the MinneapolUS Strategic Outreach Initiative

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0003750 with Central Neighborhood Development Organization, in the amount of $473,432 for a total amount not to exceed $1,263,141 and an extension through March 31, 2025 for violence interruption and outreach services under the MinneapolUS Strategic Outreach Initiative.

        • Passed 9-1-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0003748 with Metro Youth Diversion Center, in the amount of $763,432 for a total amount not to exceed $2,397,177, and an extension through March 31, 2025, for violence interruption and outreach services under the MinneapolUS Strategic Outreach Initiative.

        • Passed 9-1-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0003749 with Restoration Inc, in the amount of $743,432 for a total amount not to exceed $2,268,141, and an extension through March 31, 2025, for violence interruption and outreach services under the MinneapolUS Strategic Outreach Initiative.

        • Passed 9-1-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0003747 with We Push for Peace, in the amount of $733,432 for a total amount not to exceed $1,978,141, and an extension through March 31, 2025, for violence interruption and outreach services under the MinneapolUS Strategic Outreach Initiative.

        • Passed 9-1-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0003751 with TOUCH Outreach, in the amount of $1,505,022 for a total amount not to exceed $4,713,180, and an extension through March 31, 2025, for violence interruption and outreach services under the MinneapolUS Strategic Outreach Initiative.

        • Passed 9-1-0 Approved

      • Approving a legislative directive requesting the recent context of capacity challenges in the Neighborhood Safety Department to reconcile discrepancies in information provided to Council by the executive administration, and an analysis of budget needs to ensure successful execution of its charge.

        • Passed 4-2-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 9-1-0 Deemed Approved

  • Budget Committee

  • Business, Housing & Zoning Committee

    • 1. Picnic, 4307 Upton Ave S, (Ward 13) for an On Sale Liquor, Limited Entertainment with Sunday Sales and Sidewalk Cafe licenses

      • Approving an application for Picnic, 4307 UPTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by Picnic LLC, BLFood, LIC412290 for a Sidewalk Cafe license, subject to final inspection and compliance with all provisions of applicable codes and ordinances.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Approving an application for Picnic, 4307 UPTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by Picnic LLC, BLLiquor, LIC412284 for an On Sale Liquor, Limited Entertainment with Sunday Sales license, subject to final inspection and compliance with all provisions of applicable codes and ordinances.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 2. TokiDoki, 3406 Nicollet Ave. S, (Ward 8) for an On Sale Wine with Strong Beer and No Live Entertainment

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Jakeeno's Pizza and Pasta, 3555 Chicago Ave., (Ward 9) for an On Sale Liquor, Limited Entertainment with Sunday Sales and Permanent Expansion of premises licenses

      • Approving an application for Jakeeno's Pizza & Pasta, 3555 CHICAGO AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 9) submitted by Jakeeno's Inc, BLAmend, LIC412949 for a Permanent Expansion of premises license, subject to final inspection and compliance with all provisions of applicable codes and ordinances.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Approving an application for Jakeeno's Pizza & Pasta, 3555 CHICAGO AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 9) submitted by Jakeeno's Inc, BLLiquor, LIC412948 for an On Sale Liquor, Limited Entertainment with Sunday Sales license, subject to final inspection and compliance with all provisions of applicable codes and ordinances.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Planning Commission Appointment

      • Setting a public hearing for Feb. 13, 2024, to consider the following Council re-appointment to the City Planning Commission for a two-year term beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025:  Joseph Campbell, Seat 4, Ward 11.

      • Approving Joseph Campbell (Ward 11) for Council reappointment, Seat 4, for a 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2025.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Zoning Board of Adjustment appointments

      • Setting a public hearing for Feb. 13, 2024, to consider the following Council reappointments to the Zoning Board of Adjustment for three-year terms beginning January 1, 2024, and ending December 31, 2026: Taylor Smrikarova, Seat 1, Ward 6; and Matt Perry, Seat 3, Ward 13; and the following Council appointment for a three-year term beginning January 1, 2024, and ending December 31, 2026: Derek Eicholz, Seat 2, Ward 3.

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

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Approving Derek Eicholz for Council appointment, Seat 2, Ward 3, for 3 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2024, and ending Dec 31, 2026.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Liquor license approvals for February 13, 2024

      • Sawatdee Restaurant, 607 WASHINGTON AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Sawatdee Inc, BLAmend, LIC413165

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • The Kenwood, 2115 21ST ST W Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by JD Resturants LLC, BLAmend, LIC413224

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Liquor License Renewals for February 13, 2024

      • Bagu Sushi & Thai, 4741 CHICAGO AVE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Plaza LLC, BLWine, LIC330556

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Bobby & Steve's Auto World, 5801 NICOLLET AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 11) submitted by Paul's Bobby and Steve's Auto World LLC, BLBeerOff, LIC74757

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Lake Wine & Cheese, 404 LAKE ST W Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Metro Liquor Warehouse Inc, BLLiqOff, LIC53987

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Nico's Tacos, 2516 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Jans Enterprises Inc, BLLiquor, LIC76220

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Gambling license approvals for February 13, 2024

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Family Housing Fund board appointment

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 10. 2023 Metropolitan Council Livable Communities Account grant awards

      • Accepting 2023 Metropolitan Council Livable Communities Demonstration Account (LCDA) Development grants in the amount of $2,000,000 for the Little Earth Rehab project at 2501 Cedar Ave S and $1,145,000 for the Sabathani Family Housing Project at 310 38th St E.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Accepting a 2023 Metropolitan Council Livable Communities Demonstration Account-Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Development grant in the amount of $2,000,000 for the Native American Community Clinic Housing (NACC-Housing) project at 1213 Franklin Ave E.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Accepting a 2023 Metropolitan Council Local Housing Incentive Account (LHIA) multifamily grant in the amount of $750,000 for the St. Olaf Exodus Building project at 819 2nd Ave S.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing agreements to implement the LCDA, TOD, and LHIA grants with the Metropolitan Council, Phenomenal Women LLC, LaSalle Development Group Ltd, Wellington Management, Aeon, or related entities.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Great Streets 2024 Business District Support Grant Agreements

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

  • Climate & Infrastructure Committee

    • 1. 2024 Alley Reconstruction Project designation, cost estimate, easements, and setting public hearing

      • Passage of Resolution designating the location and improvements proposed for the 2024 Alley Reconstruction Project No. 2366 (PV2463).

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing negotiation with private property owners to acquire easements and additional right-of-way, if needed, for the 2024 Alley Reconstruction Project No. 2366 (PV2463).

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Adopting report receiving cost estimate in the amount of $278,863 and directing the preparation of proposed special assessments against the list of benefited properties and setting the public hearing for April 18, 2024.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

  • Committee of the Whole

    • 1. Contract with Storm Training Group, L.L.C. for services related to training Police Department academy recruits in use-of-force and de-escalation techniques in accordance with implementing the court enforceable settlement agreement

      • Authorizing a contract with Storm Training Group, L.L.C., in the amount of $272,500, for a one (1) year term, Mar 1, 2024, through Mar 1, 2025, for designing a training course for, and teaching the course to, Police Department academy recruits.

        • Passed 9-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the contract with Storm Training Group, L.L.C to include modifications to the general terms and conditions related to insurance coverage.

        • Passed 9-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Contract with Storm Training Group, L.L.C for services related to training Police Department officers in use-of-force and de-escalation techniques in accordance with implementing the court enforceable settlement agreement

      • Authorizing a contract with Storm Training Group, L.L.C., in the amount of $671,000, for a one (1) year term, Mar 1, 2024, through Mar 1, 2025, for services related to training Police Department officers in use-of-force and de-escalation techniques in accordance with implementing the court enforceable settlement agreement.

        • Passed 9-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the contract with Storm Training Group, L.L.C to include modifications to the general terms and conditions related to insurance coverage.

        • Passed 9-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

  • Intergovernmental Relations Committee

    • 1. National Recall of Kia/Hyundai models vulnerable to theft

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

  • Public Health & Safety Committee

    • 1. Grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Board of Directors for rescue kits

      • Accepting a grant, in the amount of $24,202.36, from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Board of Directors, for two Res-Q-Jack strut rescue kits.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Public Health Advisory Committee appointments

      • Approving Hannaan Shire for Council appointment, Seat 3, Ward 3, for 2 year term, beginning Jan 1, 2023, and ending Dec 31, 2024.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

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

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Justice Assistance Grant for Police Department and Attorneys Office Support

      • Accepting the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance grant (JAG) from the United States Department of Justice, with Hennepin County acting as fiscal agent, in the amount of $320,268.01, to support Police Department and Attorney's office initiatives.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with Hennepin County for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) through Sep 30, 2026.

        • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Municipal childcare

      • Receiving public comments related to municipal childcare.

      • Receiving and filing a requested report relating to early care and education.

      • Directing the Legislative Department Policy and Research Division to report a summary of the current state of childcare in Minneapolis, including data on the cost and accessibility for families, work conditions in the childcare industry, and current and upcoming federal, state, and county programs serving Minneapolis families.

        • Passed 9-1-0 Approved, does not require Mayor's signature

  • Notice of Ordinance Introductions

  • Introduction & Referral Calendar

  • Closed Session

    • 1. Litigation matter of Said Abdullahi v. Abdullahi, Said v. Villegas, et al.