St. Paul City Council Celebrates Toy Library Anniversary and Approves Key Ordinances

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Paul City Council recognized the one-year anniversary of the Minnesota Toy Library, adopted ordinances to promote affordable housing and address zoning for sober homes, and discussed various public hearings and community issues.

St. Paul Housing Authority Approves Charter School Bond Resolutions Amidst Dissent

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved two resolutions authorizing the issuance and sale of conduit charter school lease revenue and refunding bonds for Nova Classical Academy and Twin Cities Academy projects, despite one commissioner expressing opposition due to concerns over their impact on public schools.

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.