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- 4/2/25
- 121 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent session of the St. Paul City Council, debates unfolded around the extension of a local emergency concerning a garbage contractor failure and the transparency of the appointment process for an interim council member for Ward 4. These discussions were marked by a mix of urgency, frustration, and a focus on community impact, with council members divided on procedural fairness and governance responsibilities.
- MN
- Ramsey County
- 4/2/25
- 84 Minutes
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Overview: The St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting focused on the launch of the Healthy Homes and Power Homes programs, designed to improve energy efficiency and living conditions for low-income residents. The Healthy Homes program received a one-time $1 million funding through ARPA, while Power Homes is funded by a recurring $300,000 from the Excel Energy franchise fee. These programs aim to assist residents by addressing energy inefficiencies and upfront repair costs that many families find prohibitive.
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- Ramsey County
- 3/28/25
- 8 Minutes
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Overview: In a special meeting, the St. Paul City Council addressed complications in appointing an interim Ward 4 council member. The process has been halted due to actions taken at a previous meeting that some members and candidates found unexpected and unsatisfactory. The council has now postponed the decision until next Wednesday to allow for further discussion and consensus-building.
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- Ramsey County
- 3/26/25
- 57 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority, officials discussed the allocation of $270,000 from the HRA Business Assistance Fund to aid tenants of the Alliance Bank Building, who were abruptly ordered to vacate due to non-payment of utilities by the building owner. The resolution, identified as 25-500, seeks to provide financial support to 14 small businesses affected by the eviction notice, while broader discussions covered severe challenges facing the housing market and potential policy responses.
- MN
- Ramsey County
- 3/26/25
- 63 Minutes
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Overview: The recent St. Paul City Council Organizational Committee meeting focused heavily on the city’s federal funding landscape and its status as a sanctuary city, with discussions emphasizing the implications of federal executive orders on local projects and immigration policies. Members and attendees shared concerns over the unpredictability of federal grants and the potential withdrawal of funding due to the city’s sanctuary policies.
