St. Paul Housing Authority Discusses Property Acquisition and Funding Needs Amid Housing Crisis

Overview: The recent St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting focused on topics, including the acquisition of a property crucial for transit-oriented development and the need for funding to stabilize housing and prevent homelessness. The authority explored strategies to address the impact of the Metro Transit Gold Line construction and discussed their collaborative efforts with Ramsey County to enhance housing stability and support for vulnerable populations.

St. Paul Housing Authority Advances Affordable Housing with Key Amendment and ADU Toolkit

Overview: The St. Paul Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting focused on significant initiatives, including the amendment of the Shepherd Gavin Rental Housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District and the development of a toolkit for additional dwelling units (ADUs), both aimed at enhancing the city’s affordable housing landscape.

St. Paul City Council Tackles Supplier Diversity and Police Complaints Review Commission Funding

Overview: In a recent meeting of the St. Paul City Council Budget Committee, members engaged in discussions on enhancing supplier diversity in city contracts and addressing funding concerns for the Police Complaints Review (PCR) Commission.

St. Paul City Council Discusses Wage Theft, Youth Civic Engagement, and Property Compliance Issues

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Paul City Council addressed a packed agenda, focusing heavily on wage theft protections, the importance of youth civic engagement, and the ongoing efforts to maintain property standards across the city. From passionate testimonies on wage theft to significant resolutions addressing city efficiency and youth involvement in governance, council members discussed critical measures aimed at improving labor rights, fostering youth participation, and ensuring safety and compliance within the community.

St. Paul Housing Authority Discusses TIF Financing and Early Decertification of Kokomo District

Overview: The St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting focused on the complexities of tax increment financing (TIF), including a discussion on early decertification of the Kokomo TIF district and its implications for future development and affordable housing projects.