St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority Approves Property Tax Levy and Project Developments
- Meeting Overview:
The recent meeting of the St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority saw the approval of a 2026 maximum property tax levy, amendments to the 2025 Housing Trust Fund Project budgets, and authorization of a property sale for the Village on Rivoli Project. Additionally, the issuance and sale of bonds for the Metro Deaf School Project were approved after a public hearing.
The authority’s decision to approve a 2026 maximum property tax levy was a central focus of the meeting. This resolution was passed unanimously and is set to address ongoing and future housing and economic development needs within the city. The levy will be revisited at a forthcoming council meeting.
Another outcome from the meeting was the amendment of the 2025 Housing Trust Fund Project budgets. This resolution aligns budgetary adjustments with the previously adopted budget while excluding contingencies. Discussions highlighted the necessity of revisiting these financial allocations to ensure they meet the evolving needs of the community as part of the 2026 budget cycle.
The sale and conveyance of property to Dayton’s Bluff Neighborhood Housing Services for the Village on Rivoli Project also garnered approval. This move is part of ongoing efforts to revitalize and develop areas within District 5.
Additionally, the meeting featured a public hearing on the issuance and sale of charter school lease revenue refunding bonds for the Metro Deaf School Project. Representatives from the school expressed gratitude for the collaboration with St. Paul and Ramsey County, emphasizing the project’s significance for the school and its students. The resolution was adopted without opposition.
Melvin Carter
Housing Authority Officials:
Cheniqua Johnson, Saura Jost, HwaJeong Kim, Nelsie Yang, Nicolle Newton (Executive Director)
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Meeting Type:
Housing Authority
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
09/24/2025
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Recording Published:
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Duration:
10 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Minnesota
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County:
Ramsey County
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Towns:
St. Paul