St. Paul HRA Approves Settlement with Homeowners, Discusses School Projects

Overview: The St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority (HRA) held a meeting to address a settlement agreement with homeowners, as well as discuss significant school projects involving Nova Classical Academy and Twin Cities Academy. The HRA voted to approve a financial settlement with homeowners Ray and Carolyn Collins due to issues arising from a rehabilitation project, while also considering future actions on two conduit bond projects for the local academies.

St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority Approves $86,372 Settlement for Homeowners After Contractor Dispute

Overview: In a recent meeting of the St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority, commissioners approved a settlement agreement for homeowners Ray and Carolyn Collins, providing them with $86,372 to rectify unsatisfactory work by a contractor on their property. The meeting also covered financial projects for two local charter schools, NOVA Classical Academy and Twin Cities Academy, involving conduit revenue bonds to support facility expansions and refinancing.

St. Paul City Council Explores New Car Sharing Ordinance for Multi-Unit Properties

Overview: The St. Paul City Council’s Organizational Committee meeting focused on several significant initiatives, with top billing going to a proposed car sharing ordinance aimed at multi-unit properties. This ordinance seeks to enhance garbage collection efficiency by allowing car sharing among buildings with two to four units, impacting approximately 6,500 properties. The meeting also examined cannabis regulation complexities and public funding dynamics, addressing issues such as zoning and municipal revenue.

St. Paul City Council Committee Advances Car Sharing and Cannabis Regulations Amid Public Funding Concerns

Overview: The St. Paul City Council’s Organizational Committee meeting focused on advancing a car sharing ordinance for multi-unit properties, refining cannabis regulations in light of new state laws, and addressing the complexities of public funding for the city. The meeting was marked by discussions on legislative changes, operational logistics, and the financial landscape affecting the city’s governance.

St. Paul City Council Acknowledges Downtown Ambassadors, Tackles Housing and Infrastructure Issues

Overview: The St. Paul City Council convened to address a range of topics, from recognizing the contributions of the Downtown Improvement District ambassadors to discussing infrastructure projects and supportive housing regulations.