City Council - August 05, 2026 8/5/2026

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ROLL CALL
COMMUNICATIONS & RECEIVE/FILE
1. Authorizing the Police Department to reallocate 2026 budget in the Police Special Fund to more accurately reflect expenditures.
- Financial Analysis.pdf
2. Adjusting budgets between Fire Department operating projects to align with actual project spending and revenue sources.
- AO 26-46 Financial Analysis.pdf
3. Establishing one (1) new project through the Neighborhood STAR Year-Round Program as adopted via City Council Resolution #- RES 26-1179.
- 2026 AO 26-49 NSTAR Financial Analysis-Presbyterian Homes.pdf
4. Amending LAHA Project Budgets: Allocating $200,000 from the Downtown Vitality Fund and $880,000 from the Supportive Housing Fund for emergency shelter operations.
- AO 26-50 Financial Analysis LAHA (downtown vitality & supp housing to shelter ops).pdf
5. Amending the 2026 PED Operations budget for technology upgrade.
- 2026 PED AO 26-52 Office Technology Update.pdf
6. Amending CDBG Project Budgets: To allocate $50,000 of funding for 1340 Payne Ave (Kynaw Poe Grocery).
- AO 26-53 Financial Analysis CDBG (Knyaw Poe).pdf
CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. If discussion on an item is desired, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
7. Authorizing the Police Department to submit two applications to the FY 2026 Byrne Discretionary Grants Program from the U.S. Department of Justice.
8. Approving the use of a Project Labor Agreement for the Merriam Park Skate Park project.
9. Authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to accept a donation, in the amount of $1,000, from Blaze Credit Union for Right Track, the City’s Youth Employment Program for the 2026 training program.
10. Amending Council File No. 25-1339 to authorize the Police Department to enter into a revised agreement with the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority (MSFA) to provide law enforcement and security services that meet National Football League (NFL) standards for NFL games held at U.S. Bank Stadium, as well as other designated high-profile events.
- St. Paul Joint Powers Agreement 2026.pdf
11. Accepting the Gift of Travel Expenses From Library Journal for Library Deputy Director Rebecca Ryan to Attend the Library Journal Safety Summit from Thursday July 16 to Friday July 17 in Cleveland, OH.
12. Authorizing approval of settlement and payment in full and final settlement of the pending lawsuit captioned, Joseph Washington vs. City of Saint Paul, et. al., United States District Court, District of Minnesota, Court File Number, 22-CV-2899 NEB/SGE.
- Administrative Code 3.02.pdf
- Financial Analysis.pdf
- Washington.pdf
13. Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028) and Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Saint Paul and the International Association of Fire Fighters, AFL-CIO Local 21. (To be laid over one week for adoption)
- Fire Fighters Local 21 2026-2028 Labor Agreement.pdf
- Fire Fighters Local 21 2026-2028 Summary Agreement.pdf
- MOA Fire L21 RHI Pre65 Options.pdf
14. Authorizing the acceptance of $1,250,000 in total grant funding from the 2026 Economic Development Initiative (EDI) Community Project Funding (CPF) federal earmark for the Fire Department's Burn Building Restoration and Reconstruction.
- B-26-CP-MN-1181.pdf
15. Authorizing the Fire Department to accept the donation of a grill valued at $3,400 from Emmett and Saji-Ya and the Saint Paul Fire Foundation.
16. Accepting the gift of travel expenses from AAPI LEAD for Mayor Kaohly Her's to attend the AAPI LEAD 2026 Summit from July 17, 2026-July 19, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.
17. Approving the removal of all license conditions for the Tobacco Shop (License ID #738681) and Gas Station (License ID #738679) licenses, and related to the previous Auto Repair Garage license (License ID #20140001795), for Downtown BP, Inc. d/b/a Downtown BP for the premises located at 542 Robert St. N.
- License Group Conditions Text.pdf
- Removal of License Conditions.pdf
- SPLC Code 310.04.pdf
18. Approving Ordinance Permit 20250030501 for Storm Sewer Infrastructure installed by Snelling-Midway Redevelopment, LLC at the following locations on the United Village Project Site as defined in the “Development Agreement By and Between Housing and Redevelopment Authority of the City of Saint Paul and Snelling-Midway Redevelopment, LLC”: on Spruce Tree Avenue from Asbury Street to Snelling Avenue.
- Exhibit A - For CC.pdf
19. Authorizing the Department of Safety Inspections to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota’s Fire Marshal Division regarding the enforcement of the Minnesota Fire Code to hotel inspections.
- JPA SFM 293992 St Paul Hotel Inspection FY26-29.pdf
20. Approving reimbursement for the Ward 7 budget event.
21. Authorizing payment in the amount of $22,225.39 in full and final settlement of claim of Xcel Energy.
- C2600010.pdf
22. Adopting the report of Ramsey County Elections finding that the petition for an initiative to create Chapter 34A of the Legislative Code pertaining to Tenant Right to Repair is sufficient.
- Memo to Saint Paul City Clerk_June 24_2026.pdf
- Memo to Saint Paul City Clerk_July 27_2026.pdf
23. Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026) between the City of Saint Paul and the Law Enforcement Labor Services Local No. 635 representing Deputy Chiefs and Memorandums of Agreement. (To be laid over one week for adoption)
- Law Enforcement Labor Services Local No 635 Deputy Chiefs 2026 Labor Agreement.pdf
- Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Local No 635 Police Deputy Chiefs 2026 Summary Agreement.pdf
- LELS MOU Miliary Leave.pdf
- LELS MOA RHI Pre65 Option.pdf
- LELS MOA 2027 Health Insurance.pdf
24. Approving the application for change of ownership to the Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, and Liquor Outdoor Service Area (Patio) licenses (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-001019-2026) now held by Taberna Castiza LLC d/b/a Tasca Madrid for the premises located at 173 Western Ave N.
- Business Application Detail.pdf
- License Application Notification.pdf
- License Condition Affidavit.pdf
25. Approving the Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Saint Paul and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 110, for the purpose of establishing mandatory contributions for the utilization of the Minnesota Paid Leave program. (To be laid over one week for adoption)
- Electrical Workers Local 110 MOA Paid Leave Program Contribution.pdf
26. Approving the Legislative Hearing Officer's recommendation for the application submitted by Raider Liquor LLC (License ID# DSIBLLOFS-000922-2026), d/b/a Dabbler Depot, for a Liquor Off Sale License, located at 1545 7th St W.
- Signed License Conditions Affidavit.pdf
- Minutes.pdf
- Application Information.pdf
- Floor Plan.pdf
- Street Photo.pdf
- Incident Report.pdf
- Letter of Concern.pdf
- Aerial Photo.pdf
- Zoning Map.pdf
- Plat Map.pdf
- 100' Property Ownership.pdf
- Mailing List.pdf
- Class N Notice.pdf
- Notice of License Hearing.pdf
- License Hearing Sign-In Sheet.pdf
- Aerial view image shared during hearing.pdf
- Delivery driver agreements.pdf
- Neighbor letter in response to concern letter.pdf
27. Approving the Legislative Hearing Officer's recommendation for the application submitted by Hoodie’s Coffee Den LLC (License ID# DSIBLLIQ-000958-2026), d/b/a Catzen Coffee, for Wine On Sale, Malt On Sale (Strong) and Entertainment (A) Licenses, located at 1416 Grand Avenue.
- Signed License Conditions Affidavit.pdf
- Minutes.pdf
- License Application Information.pdf
- Floor Plan.pdf
- Street Photos.pdf
- Incident Report.pdf
- Objection 1.pdf
- Objection 2.pdf
- Aerial Photo.pdf
- Zoning Map.pdf
- Plat Map.pdf
- 100' Property Ownership.pdf
- Mailing List.pdf
- Class N Notice.pdf
- Notice of License Hearing.pdf
- License Hearing Sign-In Sheet.pdf
28. Establishing the rate of pay for the classification of Accounting Director, Grade 028, EG 09, SPSO.
- Accounting Director Proposed Class Spec.pdf
- Accounting Director.pdf
29. Establishing the rate of pay for Public Works Supervisor II, Solid Waste, Manual and Maintenance Supervisors - Employee Group 10, Grade 038.
- Public Works Supervisor II, Solid Waste.pdf
- Public Works Supervisor II, Solid Waste Proposed Class Spec.pdf
FOR DISCUSSION
ROLL CALL
30. Directing the City Clerk to notify the County Auditor to place a ballot question on the November 3, 2026 ballot regarding allowing tenants to make repairs to their building and approving the title and language for that ballot question.
- Memo to Saint Paul City Clerk_July 27_2026.pdf
- Memo to Saint Paul City Clerk_June 24_2026.pdf
ORDINANCES An ordinance is a city law enacted by the City Council. It is read at three separate council meetings and becomes effective after passage by the Council and 30 days after publication in the Saint Paul Pioneer Press. Public hearings on ordinances are generally held at the second reading.
Final Adoption
31. Amending Chapter 65 of the Legislative Code pertaining to golf courses.
- Golf Course Text Amendment-City Council Memo-06292026-Final.pdf
- Golf Course Text Amendment PC Resolution 06262026.pdf
- Golf Course Text Amendment-Planning Commission Memo-06262026.pdf
- HDC Resolution for Golf Course Lighting Zoning Text Amendments.pdf
- City Council Res 26-962.pdf
- Golf Course Amendments CC 07152026v3.pdf
32. Adding Chapter 86.13 to the Administrative Code to require City Council approval of Mixed Municipal Solid Waste contracts.
- Fort Road Fed public comment.pdf
PUBLIC HEARINGS Live testimony is limited to two minutes for each person. See below for optional ways to testify.
33. Administrative Ordinance placing the classification titled Deputy City Clerk in the unclassified service pursuant to Section 12.03.2(H) of the City of Saint Paul Charter (must be approved by Civil Service Commission after adoption by City Council but prior to Mayor signature).
- Deputy City Clerk Class Spec.pdf
- Deputy City Clerk Classification 7.22.26.pdf
- AFSCME, PEA, SPSO Opposition Letter.pdf
- Additional Background on Proposed Deputy Clerk Classification.pdf
34. Amending Section 224.05(c) of the Legislative Code to eliminate the City’s provisional 90-day minimum wage rate in the City of Saint Paul for workers between the ages of 14 and 17.
- Saint Paul Minimum Wage and Youth Wage slides 7.pdf
35. Amending the STAR budget to include a one-time transfer in, in the amount of $400,000, from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Enterprise Fund for the Commercial Corridors program, Citywide.
- 2026 RES 26-1065 ED STAR FA Commercial Corridor Transfer In Annie B..pdf
36. Authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to amend the financing and spending plan, in the amount of $250,000, to accept Local Trail Connections grant program funds from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for improving trail connections into and within the parkland adjacent to the Mounds Maintenance Facility, and to enter into an agreement with the DNR, which includes an indemnification clause.
- Mounds Maint Bud Amd DNR $250K.pdf
37. Amending the Parks and Recreation 2026 Grant and Aid Fund for a $2,285,000 donation from Como Friends, a non-profit to promote, support, preserve and enhance the Como Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory.
- Como Friends Large Cat Building 2026 7.9.26 RES PH 26-160.pdf
38. Authorizing the Police Department to accept the donation from the Saint Paul Police Foundation in the amount of $35,000 and amending the 2026 grant budget and adding activity budget.
- Financial Analysis.pdf
- SPPF Donation Letter Tuition 6-23-26.pdf
39. Authorizing the Police Department to amend the 2026 grant and activity budget in the amount of $25,000 for the 2025 Port Security Grant.
- Financial Analysis.pdf
40. Amending the budget for the City Council Office Renovation Project, and approving an Internal Loan Document for the Project.
- Internal Loan Document.pdf
- Exhibit A to Internal Loan Document.pdf
- Financial Analysis.pdf
41. Authorizing the acceptance of $50,000 in total grant funding from the Rocky Mountain Institute, which requires no match, for purchase of 2 curbside EV chargers and the associated site work required; and authorizing the execution of a grant agreement; and amending the financing and spending in the Public Works grant budget in the amount of $50,000.
- Correct Financial analysis for RES PH 26-170.pdf
42. Amending the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $202.88 for the donation from the Saint Paul Fire Foundation to support the Fire Explorers program.
- Saint Paul Fire Foundation Donation $202.88.pdf
43. Authorizing the City through its Fire Department to amend a joint powers agreement with the State of Minnesota through its State Fire Marshal Division to provide a hazardous materials response team and amend the 2026 financing and spending plans for the Fire Department in the amount of $360,000.
- signed.pdf
- fully signed.pdf
- 2026 Haz Mat Funding $360,000.pdf
44. Authorizing the Fire Department to amend the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $500,000 to pay for training and equipment for the Minnesota Air Rescue Team (MART).
- 2026 MART Funding $500,000.pdf
- signed.pdf
45. Amending the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $21,131.47 for the Minnesota Task Force One (MNTF1) reimbursement from the City of Edina.
- MNTF1 $21,131.47 Financial Analysis.pdf
46. Approving the application of One Simple Plan for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for an IndiaFest 2026 event on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd - Minnesota State Capitol Grounds.
- Application_IF26.pdf
- ENS1_IF26.pdf
- Map_IF26.pdf
- Owners_IF26.pdf
- Owner_IF26.pdf
- Applicant_IF26.pdf
- Email_IF26.pdf
- EmailCorres_IF26.pdf
47. Approving the application of Wabasha Brewing Co. for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for Music at Wabasha event series on the Saturdays of August 22, September 12, September 19, September 26, October 17, and October 31, 2026, at 429 Wabasha Street South - the Patio of Wabasha Brewing Co.
- Application_M@W.pdf
- ENS1_M@W.pdf
- Map_W@W.pdf
- Owners_M@W.pdf
- Owner_M@W.pdf
- Applicant_M@W.pdf
- Anne Kukowski and Steve Gammon public comment.pdf
LEGISLATIVE HEARING DISCUSSION ITEM
48. Appeal of Degen Goitom, ACMN Properties LLC, to a Vacant Building Registration Renewal Requirement at 1047 ARCADE STREET.
- 1047 Arcade St.appeal 7-16-26.pdf
- 1047 Arcade St.Goitom Ltr.7-24-26.pdf
LEGISLATIVE HEARING CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will receive a combined public hearing and be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda for a separate public hearing and discussion if desired.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
49. Appeal of Isaiah Tolo to a Correction Order at 575 BEAUMONT STREET.
- 575 Beaumont St.appeal.6-18-26.pdf
- 575 Beaumont Ave.photos 7-7-26.pdf
- 575 Beaumont St.Tolo Ltr.7-17-26.pdf
50. Appeal of Liam Magistad to a Summary Abatement Order at 1597 CHARLES AVENUE.
- 1597 Charles Ave.appeal.7-17-26.pdf
- 1597 Charles Ave.photos 7-20-26.pdf
- 1597 Charles Ave.Magistad Ltr.7-31-26.pdf
51. Appeal of Wyatt Partridge of Hellmuth & Johnson, Representing Brendon Smith, to a Fire Certificate of Occupancy Correction Notice which includes Condemnation at 74 CONGRESS STREET WEST.
- 74 Congress St W.appeal 6-22-26.pdf
- 74 Congress St. W.Partridge Smith Ltr.6-26-26.pdf
- 74 Congress St. W.Partridge Smith Ltr.7-24-26.pdf
52. Appeal of Mark Puchala II to a Summary Abatement Order at 2016 FREMONT AVENUE.
- 2016 Fremont Ave.appeal.7-14-26.pdf
- 2016 Fremont Ave.photos 7-9-26.pdf
- 2016 Fremont Ave.Puchala email & photos 7-20-26.pdf
- 2016 Fremont Ave.photos #1 7-21-26.pdf
- 2016 Fremont Ave.photos #2 7-21-26.pdf
- 2016 Fremont Ave.photos #3 7-21-26.pdf
- 2016 Fremont Ave.Puchala Ltr.7-24-26.pdf
53. Appeal of Jane Myers to a Summary Abatement Order at 1521 HAGUE AVENUE.
- 1521 Hague Ave.appeal.7-6-26.pdf
- 1521 Hague Ave.photos 6-5-26.pdf
- 1521 Hague Ave.Myers Letter 7-12-26.pdf
- 1521 Hague Ave.Myers Ltr.7-17-26.pdf
54. Appeal of Jamie Rasmussen to a Fire Inspection Notice of Condemnation and Order to Remain Vacant at 1875 NEBRASKA AVENUE EAST.
- 1875 Nebraska Ave E.appeal 7-27-26.pdf
- 1875 Nebraska Ave E.placard 7-23-26.pdf
- 1875 Nebraska Ave E.Rasmussen Ltr.7-31-26.pdf
55. Appeal of Justin Rasmussen to a Fire Inspection Notice of Condemnation and Order to Remain Vacant at 1875 NEBRASKA AVENUE EAST.
- 1875 Nebraska Ave E.appeal.7-27-26.pdf
- 1875 Nebraska Ave E.Justin Rasmussen Ltr.7-31-26.pdf
56. Ordering the rehabilitation or razing and removal of the structures at 594-596 REANEY AVENUE within fifteen (15) days after the July 15, 2026, City Council Public Hearing. (Continued Public Hearing to August 5, 2026)
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.OTA 3-18-26.pdf
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.PH Letter 5-8-26.pdf
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.Zoning Letter 5-4-18.pdf
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.SHPO Letter 5-1-26.pdf
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.Photos 3-11-26.pdf
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.LS 6-8-26.pdf
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.Summary.pdf
- 594-596 Reaney Ave.Work Orders.pdf
- 594 Reaney Ave.Financial Affidavit 7-13-26.pdf
- 594 Reaney Ave.Bremer Proof of Funds.7-7-26.pdf
- 594 Reaney Ave.Construction Agreement 7-10-26.pdf
- 594 Reaney Ave.Work Plan and Schedule 7-12-26.pdf
- 594 Reaney Ave.MESPO Heating & Cooling 7-11-26.pdf
- 594 Reaney Ave.Plumbing Invoice 7-11-26.pdf
- 594 Reaney Ave.Electrical Bid_594 Reaney_All In One Electric 7-12-26.pdf
- 594 596 Reaney Ave..Mitchell R-R Ltr.7-17-26.pdf
57. Appeal of Jane Foster to a Summary Abatement Order at 1312 SCHEFFER AVENUE.
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.appeal.6-18-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.PO letter.6-18-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.homeowner photos.6-18-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.photos.6-18-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.inspector photos.7-7-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.Foster Ltr.7-10-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.Foster work plan.7-14-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.Foster Ltr.7-17-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.Foster Ltr.7-24-26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.Foster Ltr.7-31.26.pdf
- 1312 Scheffer Ave.neighbor Zimmer email.7-31-26.pdf
58. Appeal of Obsa Tahir to a Fire Inspection Report, which includes condemnation, at 507 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST and 509 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST.
- 507-509 University Avenue W.appeal.7-9-26.pdf
- 507-509 University Avenue W.photos 7-9-26.pdf
- 507 509 University Ave W.Tahir Ltr.7-17-26.pdf
- 507-509 University Ave W.Inspection Report 7-14-26.pdf
- 507-509 University Ave W.Photos #1 7-14-26.pdf
- 507-509 University Ave W.Photos #3 7-14-26.pdf
- 507-509 University Ave W.Photos #4 7-14-26.pdf
- 507 509 University Ave W.Tahir Ltr.7-24-26.pdf
ADJOURNMENT
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City Council - August 05, 2026 8/5/2026

ROLL CALL

COMMUNICATIONS & RECEIVE/FILE

1. Authorizing the Police Department to reallocate 2026 budget in the Police Special Fund to more accurately reflect expenditures.

2. Adjusting budgets between Fire Department operating projects to align with actual project spending and revenue sources.

3. Establishing one (1) new project through the Neighborhood STAR Year-Round Program as adopted via City Council Resolution #- RES 26-1179.

4. Amending LAHA Project Budgets: Allocating $200,000 from the Downtown Vitality Fund and $880,000 from the Supportive Housing Fund for emergency shelter operations.

5. Amending the 2026 PED Operations budget for technology upgrade.

6. Amending CDBG Project Budgets: To allocate $50,000 of funding for 1340 Payne Ave (Kynaw Poe Grocery).

CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. If discussion on an item is desired, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.

Approval of the Consent Agenda

7. Authorizing the Police Department to submit two applications to the FY 2026 Byrne Discretionary Grants Program from the U.S. Department of Justice.

8. Approving the use of a Project Labor Agreement for the Merriam Park Skate Park project.

9. Authorizing the Department of Parks and Recreation to accept a donation, in the amount of $1,000, from Blaze Credit Union for Right Track, the City’s Youth Employment Program for the 2026 training program.

11. Accepting the Gift of Travel Expenses From Library Journal for Library Deputy Director Rebecca Ryan to Attend the Library Journal Safety Summit from Thursday July 16 to Friday July 17 in Cleveland, OH.

12. Authorizing approval of settlement and payment in full and final settlement of the pending lawsuit captioned, Joseph Washington vs. City of Saint Paul, et. al., United States District Court, District of Minnesota, Court File Number, 22-CV-2899 NEB/SGE.

13. Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2028) and Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Saint Paul and the International Association of Fire Fighters, AFL-CIO Local 21. (To be laid over one week for adoption)

14. Authorizing the acceptance of $1,250,000 in total grant funding from the 2026 Economic Development Initiative (EDI) Community Project Funding (CPF) federal earmark for the Fire Department's Burn Building Restoration and Reconstruction.

15. Authorizing the Fire Department to accept the donation of a grill valued at $3,400 from Emmett and Saji-Ya and the Saint Paul Fire Foundation.

16. Accepting the gift of travel expenses from AAPI LEAD for Mayor Kaohly Her's to attend the AAPI LEAD 2026 Summit from July 17, 2026-July 19, 2026 in Los Angeles, CA.

19. Authorizing the Department of Safety Inspections to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota’s Fire Marshal Division regarding the enforcement of the Minnesota Fire Code to hotel inspections.

20. Approving reimbursement for the Ward 7 budget event.

21. Authorizing payment in the amount of $22,225.39 in full and final settlement of claim of Xcel Energy.

22. Adopting the report of Ramsey County Elections finding that the petition for an initiative to create Chapter 34A of the Legislative Code pertaining to Tenant Right to Repair is sufficient.

23. Approving the Collective Bargaining Agreement (January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026) between the City of Saint Paul and the Law Enforcement Labor Services Local No. 635 representing Deputy Chiefs and Memorandums of Agreement. (To be laid over one week for adoption)

24. Approving the application for change of ownership to the Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, and Liquor Outdoor Service Area (Patio) licenses (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-001019-2026) now held by Taberna Castiza LLC d/b/a Tasca Madrid for the premises located at 173 Western Ave N.

25. Approving the Memorandum of Agreement between the City of Saint Paul and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 110, for the purpose of establishing mandatory contributions for the utilization of the Minnesota Paid Leave program. (To be laid over one week for adoption)

26. Approving the Legislative Hearing Officer's recommendation for the application submitted by Raider Liquor LLC (License ID# DSIBLLOFS-000922-2026), d/b/a Dabbler Depot, for a Liquor Off Sale License, located at 1545 7th St W.

27. Approving the Legislative Hearing Officer's recommendation for the application submitted by Hoodie’s Coffee Den LLC (License ID# DSIBLLIQ-000958-2026), d/b/a Catzen Coffee, for Wine On Sale, Malt On Sale (Strong) and Entertainment (A) Licenses, located at 1416 Grand Avenue.

28. Establishing the rate of pay for the classification of Accounting Director, Grade 028, EG 09, SPSO.

29. Establishing the rate of pay for Public Works Supervisor II, Solid Waste, Manual and Maintenance Supervisors - Employee Group 10, Grade 038.

FOR DISCUSSION

ROLL CALL

30. Directing the City Clerk to notify the County Auditor to place a ballot question on the November 3, 2026 ballot regarding allowing tenants to make repairs to their building and approving the title and language for that ballot question.

ORDINANCES An ordinance is a city law enacted by the City Council. It is read at three separate council meetings and becomes effective after passage by the Council and 30 days after publication in the Saint Paul Pioneer Press. Public hearings on ordinances are generally held at the second reading.

Final Adoption

31. Amending Chapter 65 of the Legislative Code pertaining to golf courses.

32. Adding Chapter 86.13 to the Administrative Code to require City Council approval of Mixed Municipal Solid Waste contracts.

PUBLIC HEARINGS Live testimony is limited to two minutes for each person. See below for optional ways to testify.

33. Administrative Ordinance placing the classification titled Deputy City Clerk in the unclassified service pursuant to Section 12.03.2(H) of the City of Saint Paul Charter (must be approved by Civil Service Commission after adoption by City Council but prior to Mayor signature).

34. Amending Section 224.05(c) of the Legislative Code to eliminate the City’s provisional 90-day minimum wage rate in the City of Saint Paul for workers between the ages of 14 and 17.

35. Amending the STAR budget to include a one-time transfer in, in the amount of $400,000, from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Enterprise Fund for the Commercial Corridors program, Citywide.

37. Amending the Parks and Recreation 2026 Grant and Aid Fund for a $2,285,000 donation from Como Friends, a non-profit to promote, support, preserve and enhance the Como Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory.

38. Authorizing the Police Department to accept the donation from the Saint Paul Police Foundation in the amount of $35,000 and amending the 2026 grant budget and adding activity budget.

39. Authorizing the Police Department to amend the 2026 grant and activity budget in the amount of $25,000 for the 2025 Port Security Grant.

40. Amending the budget for the City Council Office Renovation Project, and approving an Internal Loan Document for the Project.

42. Amending the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $202.88 for the donation from the Saint Paul Fire Foundation to support the Fire Explorers program.

44. Authorizing the Fire Department to amend the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $500,000 to pay for training and equipment for the Minnesota Air Rescue Team (MART).

45. Amending the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $21,131.47 for the Minnesota Task Force One (MNTF1) reimbursement from the City of Edina.

46. Approving the application of One Simple Plan for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for an IndiaFest 2026 event on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd - Minnesota State Capitol Grounds.

LEGISLATIVE HEARING DISCUSSION ITEM

48. Appeal of Degen Goitom, ACMN Properties LLC, to a Vacant Building Registration Renewal Requirement at 1047 ARCADE STREET.

LEGISLATIVE HEARING CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will receive a combined public hearing and be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda for a separate public hearing and discussion if desired.

Approval of the Consent Agenda

49. Appeal of Isaiah Tolo to a Correction Order at 575 BEAUMONT STREET.

50. Appeal of Liam Magistad to a Summary Abatement Order at 1597 CHARLES AVENUE.

51. Appeal of Wyatt Partridge of Hellmuth & Johnson, Representing Brendon Smith, to a Fire Certificate of Occupancy Correction Notice which includes Condemnation at 74 CONGRESS STREET WEST.

52. Appeal of Mark Puchala II to a Summary Abatement Order at 2016 FREMONT AVENUE.

53. Appeal of Jane Myers to a Summary Abatement Order at 1521 HAGUE AVENUE.

54. Appeal of Jamie Rasmussen to a Fire Inspection Notice of Condemnation and Order to Remain Vacant at 1875 NEBRASKA AVENUE EAST.

55. Appeal of Justin Rasmussen to a Fire Inspection Notice of Condemnation and Order to Remain Vacant at 1875 NEBRASKA AVENUE EAST.

56. Ordering the rehabilitation or razing and removal of the structures at 594-596 REANEY AVENUE within fifteen (15) days after the July 15, 2026, City Council Public Hearing. (Continued Public Hearing to August 5, 2026)

57. Appeal of Jane Foster to a Summary Abatement Order at 1312 SCHEFFER AVENUE.

58. Appeal of Obsa Tahir to a Fire Inspection Report, which includes condemnation, at 507 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST and 509 UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST.

ADJOURNMENT

ROLL CALL

30. Directing the City Clerk to notify the County Auditor to place a ballot question on the November 3, 2026 ballot regarding allowing tenants to make repairs to their building and approving the title and language for that ballot question.

31. Amending Chapter 65 of the Legislative Code pertaining to golf courses.

32. Adding Chapter 86.13 to the Administrative Code to require City Council approval of Mixed Municipal Solid Waste contracts.

33. Administrative Ordinance placing the classification titled Deputy City Clerk in the unclassified service pursuant to Section 12.03.2(H) of the City of Saint Paul Charter (must be approved by Civil Service Commission after adoption by City Council but prior to Mayor signature).

34. Amending Section 224.05(c) of the Legislative Code to eliminate the City’s provisional 90-day minimum wage rate in the City of Saint Paul for workers between the ages of 14 and 17.

35. Amending the STAR budget to include a one-time transfer in, in the amount of $400,000, from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) Enterprise Fund for the Commercial Corridors program, Citywide.

37. Amending the Parks and Recreation 2026 Grant and Aid Fund for a $2,285,000 donation from Como Friends, a non-profit to promote, support, preserve and enhance the Como Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory.

38. Authorizing the Police Department to accept the donation from the Saint Paul Police Foundation in the amount of $35,000 and amending the 2026 grant budget and adding activity budget.

39. Authorizing the Police Department to amend the 2026 grant and activity budget in the amount of $25,000 for the 2025 Port Security Grant.

40. Amending the budget for the City Council Office Renovation Project, and approving an Internal Loan Document for the Project.

42. Amending the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $202.88 for the donation from the Saint Paul Fire Foundation to support the Fire Explorers program.

44. Authorizing the Fire Department to amend the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $500,000 to pay for training and equipment for the Minnesota Air Rescue Team (MART).

45. Amending the financing and spending plans in the Fire Department in the amount of $21,131.47 for the Minnesota Task Force One (MNTF1) reimbursement from the City of Edina.

46. Approving the application of One Simple Plan for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for an IndiaFest 2026 event on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd - Minnesota State Capitol Grounds.