City Council November 20, 2025   11/20/2025

Attachments

  • Call to Order

    • 1. Roll Call.

    • 2. Adoption of the agenda.

    • 4. Referral of petitions, communications, and reports to the proper Committees.

  • Reports of Standing Committees

  • Reports of Special Committees

    • 1. Gift acceptance from Cities Today Institute for lodging and meal expenses

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Bid for public sidewalk snow and ice removal

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Bid for Target Center Steam Station Improvements

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Bid for Fridley Softening Plant Lime System Replacement

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Bid for Lyndale Ave N Traffic Control Signal Systems & Storm Sewer/Pedestrian Curb Ramps Improvements project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Master contracts for eligible providers of workforce development services for 2026-2028

      • Authorizing a contract with Achieve Twin Cities as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $2,750,000, for the period of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with African Community Services as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Career Team Enterprises as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Construction Careers Foundation as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $500,000, for the period of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with International Institute of Minnesota as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $750,000, for the period of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Project for Pride in Living as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $7,250,000, for the period of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Summit Academy OIC as an eligible provider, in the not to exceed amount of $1,750,000, for the period of three (3) years beginning January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028, for workforce development services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Contract with Kodet Architectural Group for architecture and engineering services for the Carpenter & Mechanic Shop on the Fridley Water Treatment campus

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Contract amendment with Hogen Adams, PLLC. for after-action reviews and reports

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Contract amendment with Sheehy Construction Company for Lighting Replacement in Target Center Escalator Lobby

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Contract amendment with Ti-Zack Concrete, Inc. for the Phillips Traffic Safety Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Contract amendment with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for engineering and design services for Bridge 9 Improvements Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 12. Contract amendment with Certified Languages International, LLC for remote interpreting services

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Contract amendments with multiple vendors for Community Trauma Response Services

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0008698 with A Mother's Love Initiative, in the amount of $40,985 for a total amount not to exceed $423,622.27, for community trauma response services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0008752 with Change Starts with Community, in the amount of $40,985 for a total amount not to exceed $200,649, for community trauma response services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0008714 with Formation Healing Arts, in the amount of $27,565 for a total amount not to exceed $162,365, for community trauma response services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0008741 with Queermunity, in the amount of $17,565 for a total amount not to exceed $208,927, for community trauma response services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Contract amendments with various immigration legal services providers

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0007519 with Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, in the amount of $95,000 for a total amount not to exceed $275,000, and an extension through December 31, 2026, for immigration legal services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0007507 with International Institute of Minnesota, in the amount of $25,000 for a total amount not to exceed $85,075, and an extension through December 31, 2026, for immigration legal services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0007516 with Volunteer Lawyers Network, in the amount of $95,000 for a total amount not to exceed $271,000, and an extension through December 31, 2026, for immigration legal services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an increase to contract COM0007517 with Advocates for Human Rights, in the amount of $70,000 for a total amount not to exceed $234,000, and an extension through December 31, 2026, for immigration legal services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 15. Contracts with various organizations for Partnership Engagement Fund projects

      • Amending Council Action No. 2025A-0353, to update the contract for conduct know-your-rights workshops and related trainings by listing Whittier Alliance as contractor, who is serving as a partner and the fiscal agent for MN Immigrant Rights Action Committee.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Amor Propio, in the amount of $25,000, to empower and support the community through culturally sensitive mental health and wellness services.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Anole Sisters, in the amount of $20,000, to provide culturally responsive support to recent immigrants and the community.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Universoul Barbers LLC, in the amount of $25,000, to foster community healing through barbershop-based services.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with BIG Talks Mentorship Program, in the amount of $23,345, to connect youth in north Minneapolis with mentorship and outlets.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Don't Shoot Guns Shoot Hoops, in the amount of $25,000, to teach entrepreneurship to youth through bread-making.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with KOMBOA, in the amount of $25,000, to install historic neighborhood markers and promote local culture.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Chocolate Milk Club, in the amount of $25,000, to expand home visiting services and promote breastfeeding.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Minnesota Hope Dealerz Service Corp, in the amount of $25,000, to provide peer support and recovery tools to people in crisis.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Social Good Fund, on behalf of Castor MN, in the amount of $17,982, to deliver business training and mentorship for the community.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Lowry Hill East Neighborhood Association (LHENA), in partnership with students at Ella Baker, in the amount of $24,900, to involve youth in playground design and community engagement.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Planting People Growing Justice, in the amount of $25,000, to host intergenerational writing workshops for healing and justice.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Fawkes Alley Coffee, in the amount of $23,000, to offer life skills and career development for youth.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Considering a contract with Advancing Equity Coalition, in the amount of $25,000, to expand academic support and leadership for the community.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Failed
        • Failed 4-9-0 Failed

      • Authorizing a contract with Semilla Center for Healing and the Arts, in the amount of $25,000, to lead youth arts programming and mural creation.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Nicholas Johnson (dba Rogue Buddha Gallery), in the amount of $25,000, to host creativity workshops for personal and community growth.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with North East Community Development Corp, in the amount of $25,000, to document and preserve Northeast arts district history.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Faithful Consulting, in the amount of $25,000, to deliver leadership training to the community.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with MN Immigrant Rights Action Committee, in the amount of $20,000, to conduct know-your-rights workshops and related trainings.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Smart North, in the amount of $25,000, to provide tech certification and internship placement for youth.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Nuestra Lucha MN, in the amount of $16,171, to preserve Latin American dance traditions through community classes.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Upstream Works Collaborative (dba Rainbow Collective for Change), in the amount of $25,000, to install rainbow libraries and host community family events.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Northside Culture Incorporated, in the amount of $25,000, to certify 125 people in CPR and First Aid.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Soundbridge Community, in the amount of $25,000, to create accessibility for youth to learn music production and presentation, promote morale and self-esteem through creation and performance, and foster a positive, supportive environment for young people to express themselves artistically.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Mexico Azteca Inc., in the amount of $25,000, to teach traditional Mexican dance and promote cultural pride.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with The Zen Bin, in the amount of $25,000, to offer accessible healing and wellness services in North Minneapolis.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with One Family One Community, in the amount of $25,000, to train residents in climate preparedness and advocacy.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Twin Cities Maker Inc, in the amount of $25,000, to host a local arts festival celebrating diverse creators.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Strong Mind Strong Body Foundation, in the amount of $25,000, to provide youth community journalism training and media production experience.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Minnesota Immigrants Movement, in the amount of $25,000, to provide driver’s ed and support for families.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Phillips West Neighborhood Organization (PWNO), in partnership with The Alley Communications, in the amount of $25,000, to collect and share oral histories from the Phillips community.

        • Passed 4-0-0 Deemed Approved
        • Passed 12-1-0 Deemed Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with Advancing Equity Coalition, in the amount of $25,000, to expand academic support and leadership for the community.

        • Passed 9-4-0 Approved

    • 16. Cooperative Funding Agreement with Minnesota Historical Society for the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 17. Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities appointments

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 18. 2025 property tax special assessment of delinquent utility charges

      • Approving the 2025 property tax special assessments for delinquent utility charges as indicated on the 2025 Property Tax Special Assessment List.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing Utility Billing to cancel any assessments as a result of adjustments/payments.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 19. Legal Settlement: Workers' Compensation Claim of Jared Moore

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 20. Legal Settlement: MDCR Charge No. 23-09198

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 21. Legal Settlement: Marion Lewis v. City of Minneapolis

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 22. Gift acceptance from Public Rights Project for conference travel, lodging, and meal expenses

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Reports of Standing Committees

  • Reports of Special Committees

  • Reports of Standing Committees

  • Reports of Special Committees

    • 1. Heritage preservation regulations ordinance

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Babii Cajun, 1221 LAKE ST W Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Babii Doll LLC for an On Sale Liquor, Limited Entertainment with Sunday Sales and a Sidewalk Cafe licenses

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 3. U Tobacco, 808 WASHINGTON AVE SE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 2) submitted by Zain Inc, for an Extended Hours of Operation license

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Sip of Silk, 333 Huron Blvd SE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 2), submitted by Sip of Silk Inc, for an Extended Hours of Operation license

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 5. 2025 levy for special assessments relating to nuisance condition abatement, unpaid administrative enforcement fees and fines, renter relocation assistance

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1074.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost of abating nuisance conditions in accordance with Chapter 227 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy numbers 1080, 1081, 1084, 1160, and 1161.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1089.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1090.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost of demolishing properties in accordance with Chapter 249 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1095.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for registering vacant properties in accordance with Chapter 249 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1096.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost relating to reinspection fees in accordance with Chapter 244 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1097.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost of securing any building or structure rendered uninhabitable or unoccupied and open to trespass as a result of lawful police action in accordance with Chapter 171 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1098.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1120.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1121.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1125.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1126.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost for unpaid administrative citations and civil fines issued in accordance with Chapter 2 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1165.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost relating to reinspection fees in accordance with Chapter 525, Section 570 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1176.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost of renter relocation assistance in accordance with Chapter 244, Section 1950 of the Minneapolis Code of Ordinances for levy number 1184.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution authorizing the Director of the Hennepin County Property Taxation Department to place assessments against certain properties to defray the cost of public health cleanups in accordance with Minnesota Statutes 145A for levy number 1073.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Certificate of Appropriateness appeal: 1717 Developers LLC, 948 18th Ave NE

      • Passed 13-0-0 Referred to Staff

    • 7. Variance Appeal: Marsha Haagenson, 2821 Brookwood Terrace

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Liquor license approvals for November 13, 2025

      • JBJ BBQ HOT POT and BAR, 2725 UNIVERSITY AVE SE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 2) submitted by JBJ Enterprise LLC, BLLiquor, LIC427714

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Masa & Agave/Breva, 1115 2ND AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Ivy F&B Management LLC, BLAmend, LIC427987

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Puttery, 240 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by Puttery Minneapolis LLC, BLAmend, LIC428172

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Liquor license renewals for November 13, 2025

      • Maruso, 715 HENNEPIN AVE Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Chetokab LLC, BLLiquor, LIC77737

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Moxy Minneapolis Uptown, 1121 LAKE ST W Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 10) submitted by Graves Uptown LLC, BLLiquor, LIC359576

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Nico's Taco Bar, 4959 PENN AVE S Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by Jans Enterprises Inc, BLLiquor, LIC412079

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Vern's Tiki Bar at Public Domain, 119 WASHINGTON AVE N Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by The Good Neighbor LLC, BLLiquor, LIC406870

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Waterbury, 3012 EXCELSIOR BLVD Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 13) submitted by Elevage Management Group LLC, BLLiquor, LIC412853

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Brit's Pub & Eating Establishment, 1110 NICOLLET MALL Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 7) submitted by Brit's Ltd, BLLiquor, LIC78914

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • The Stray Dog, 401 HENNEPIN AVE E Minneapolis, MN, (Ward 3) submitted by The Stray Dog LLC, BLLiquor, LIC356207

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Gambling license renewals for November 13, 2025

      • ALIVENESS PROJECT MINNEAPOLIS, 19 15TH ST W Minneapolis, MN, submitted by ALIVENESS PROJECT MINNEAPOLIS, BLGeneral, LIC69205

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • EAGLES AERIE 34, 1500 4TH ST NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Eagles Aries #34, BLGeneral, LIC69593

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Edinburgh USA Pro Am Foundation, 3006 LYNDALE AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Edinburgh USA Pro Am Foundation, BLGeneral, LIC419190

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB OF MINNEAPOLIS, 356 MONROE ST NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB OF MINNEAPOLIS, BLGeneral, LIC67648

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Minneapolis Firefighters Local 82 Charities, 617 CENTRAL AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Minneapolis Firefighters Local 82 Charities, BLGeneral, LIC373145

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Minneapolis Firefighters Local 82 Charities, 1528 UNIVERSITY AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Minneapolis Firefighters Local 82 Charities, BLGeneral, LIC384068

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Minneapolis Firefighters Local 82 Charities, 511 WASHINGTON AVE N Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Minneapolis Firefighters Local 82 Charities, BLGeneral, LIC384197

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • MINNEAPOLIS HOCKEY, 2901 27TH AVE S Minneapolis, MN, submitted by MINNEAPOLIS HOCKEY, BLGeneral, LIC67571

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • MN Youth Athletic Services, 700 WASHINGTON AVE SE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Minnesota Youth Athletic Services, Inc., BLGeneral, LIC391615

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • MN YOUTH ATHLETIC SERVICES, 126 5TH ST N Minneapolis, MN, submitted by Minnesota Youth Athletic Services, Inc., BLGeneral, LIC68634

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • MPLS AERIE 34 FOE, 2507 25TH ST E Minneapolis, MN, submitted by MPLS FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES, BLGeneral, LIC67483

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • THE ALIVENESS PROJECT, 990 CENTRAL AVE NE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by THE ALIVENESS PROJECT, BLGeneral, LIC67272

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • THE ALIVENESS PROJECT, 603 WASHINGTON AVE SE Minneapolis, MN, submitted by THE ALIVENESS PROJECT, BLGeneral, LIC68861

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 11. Dislocated worker grant for employment and training services

      • Accepting a grant from the State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, in the amount of $660,278, to provide employment and training services.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing an agreement with the State of Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development for the grant.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution approving appropriation of funds to the Community Planning and Economic Development Department.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 12. Decertification of the Former Federal Reserve (#101), East River/Unocal Site (#124), and DC Group Expansion (#171) TIF Districts

      • Passage of Resolution approving the decertification of the Former Federal Reserve Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District as of December 31, 2025, and authorizing the City's Finance Officer to establish any appropriations necessary to return surplus tax increment from the TIF district funds to Hennepin County for redistribution.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution approving the decertification of the East River/Unocal Site Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District as of December 31, 2025, and authorizing the City's Finance Officer to establish any appropriations necessary to return surplus tax increment from the TIF district funds to Hennepin County for redistribution.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution approving the decertification of the DC Group Expansion (TIF) District as of December 31, 2025, and authorizing the City's Finance Officer to establish any appropriations necessary to return surplus tax increment from the TIF district funds to Hennepin County for redistribution.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 13. Comprehensive plan amendment: RiverNorth Development Partners, future land use guidance: 201, 217, and 229 W Broadway Ave

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 14. Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) Preservation Fund Loan: Creamette Building, 428-432 1st Street N

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 15. Extending a pre-development forgivable loan to 1200 KMA Development, LLC: 1200 West Broadway

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 16. Commemorative street name addition: Council Member Jeremiah Ellison, Kirk Washington Jr Way to Logan Ave N, between 4th Ave N and Glenwood Ave N

      • Passed 12-0-1 Approved

    • 17. Commemorative Street Name Addition: Council Member Jeremiah Ellison, Chee Xiong Memorial Way to Knox Ave N, between 26th Ave N and 27th Ave N

      • Passed 12-0-1 Approved

    • 18. Appropriation for demolishing city-owned properties: 2139 and 2147 44th Ave N

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 19. Land sale of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot (ESP) Program portfolio of properties to Homes For Homies, LLC or an affiliated entity: Restatement and amendment

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2024R-391 by restating and amending the authorization of the sale of the property at 3751 Logan Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-350) for $1, a write down of $254,999 from the fair reuse value of $255,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2024R-392 by restating and amending the authorization of the sale of the property at 3726 Logan Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-346) for $1, a write down of $166,999 from the fair reuse value of $167,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2024R-393 by restating and amending the authorization of the sale of the property at 2115 Bryant Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-134) for $1, a write down of $244,999 from the fair reuse value of $245,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2024R-394 by restating and amending the authorization of the sale of the property at 2824 Emerson Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-257) for $1, a write down of $274,999 from the fair reuse value of $275,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2024R-395 by restating and amending the authorization of the sale of the property at 2102 25th Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-124) for $1, a write down of $244,999 from the fair reuse value of $245,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2024R-396 by restating and amending the authorization of the sale of the property at 2601 Girard Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-206) for $1, a write down of $194,999 from the fair reuse value of $195,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending Resolution 2024R-399 by restating and amending the authorization of the sale of the property at 3759 Colfax Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-353) for $1, a write down of $249,999 from the fair reuse value of $250,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution rescinding Resolution 2024R-397 authorizing the sale of the property at 818 44th Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-452) for $1, a write down of $49,999 from the fair reuse value of $50,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions and release the property to Community Planning and Economic Development inventory.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution rescinding Resolution 2024R-398 authorizing the sale of the property at 4634 Dupont Ave N (Disposition Parcel No. RE2024-408) for $94,393.74, a write down of $120,606.26 from the fair reuse value of $215,000, subject to the terms of the Emergency Stabilization Pilot program, to Homes for Homies, LLC, or affiliated entity, subject to conditions and release the property to Community Planning and Economic Development inventory.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing land sale and financial agreements with the selected qualified developer or affiliated entities, and authorizing the Director of the Department of Community Planning & Economic Development to make modifications.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 20. 2025 Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF) Award Recommendations

      • Approving a total of $14,430,000 from the AHTF, subject to meeting underwriting requirements and the availability of funding at project closing for the following nine projects: Lindquist Apartments, The Wellstone, Zaria Apartments, PennWood Village and Community Market, Lyndale Avenue Apartments, Hiawatha Commons, Lot A, Flour Exchange, and The Jourdain.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $940,000 from the AHTF for the Lindquist Apartments project located at 1931 W Broadway by RS Eden or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $1,315,000 from the AHTF for the Wellstone project located at 620 E Franklin by Hope Community or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for an additional loan amount of up to $2,170,000 from the AHTF for the Zaria Apartments project located at 3030 Nicollet by Noor Development Group and Project for Pride in Living or an affiliated entity for a total AHTF Award of $3,420,000.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a partial loan amount of up to $1,500,000 from the AHTF for the PennWood Village and Community Market project located at 2125 and 2117 Glenwood Ave N; and 306 and 300 Penn Ave N, by Matrix Development or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $1,870,000 from the AHTF for the Lyndale Avenue Apartments project located at 5719 Lyndale Ave S by Trellis Company or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $1,680,000 from the AHTF for the Hiawatha Commons project located at 2740 Minnehaha Ave S by Alliance Housing or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $920,000 from the AHTF for the Lot A project located at 1500 S 4th St by Sherman Associates or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $3,195,000 from the AHTF for the Flour Exchange project located at 310 4th Ave by Trellis Company or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing the execution of necessary loan documents for a loan of up to $840,000 from the AHTF for The Jourdain project located at 2006 Portland by Hope Community or an affiliated entity.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 21. Preliminary Reservation of Year 2026 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits (HTC)

      • Approving a total of $1,488,183 in Year 2026 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits (HTC) for the 2116 Nicollet Housing project located at 2116 Nicollet Ave S.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Approving a total of $289,658 in Year 2026 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits (HTC) for the Clare 5 Housing project located at 1900 Monroe St NE.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 22. Signs ordinance

      • Passed 12-0-0 Approved
      • Passed 6-0-0 Approved
      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Reports of Standing Committees

  • Reports of Special Committees

    • 1. Hennepin Ave S Reconstruction Project honorary resolution

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 2. 1st Ave S Street Reconstruction Project (Franklin to Grant): Project approval, assessment, and areaway abandonment

      • Passage of Resolution ordering the work to proceed and adopting special assessments, in the amount of $ $637,767, for the 1st Ave S (Franklin Ave E to Grant St E) Street Reconstruction Project No.2347 (CPV160).

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution requesting the Board of Estimate and Taxation authorize the City's issuance and sale of assessment bonds, in the amount of $637,767, for the project.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution ordering the abandonment and removal of areaways located in the public right-of-way in conflict with the project. Including, but not limited to, repeal and recission of the November 8, 1963 Resolution "Granting permission to the Trustees of the Westminster Presbyterian Church to encroach under 1st Ave S and E 19th St for a pedestrian tunnel and areaway."

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 3. Cedar Ave Reconstruction Project (24th St E to Lake St E): Project approval, assessment, and areaway abandonment

      • Passage of Resolution ordering the work to proceed and adopting special assessments, in the amount of $828,170 for the Cedar Avenue (24th St E to Lake St E) Street Reconstruction Project, Special Improvement of Existing Street No. 2370 (CPV074).

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution requesting the Board of Estimate & Taxation authorize the City's issuance and sale of assessment bonds, in the amount of $828,170 for the project.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution ordering the abandonment and removal of areaways located in the public right-of-way in conflict with the project.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 4. Lowry Ave NE Street Reconstruction Project Phase II (Marshall St NE to Washington St NE) : Project approval, assessment, and areaway abandonment

      • Passage of Resolution adopting special assessments in the amount of $871,039.23 for the Lowry Ave NE (Marshall St NE to Washington St NE) Phase II Street Reconstruction Project, Special Improvement of Existing Street No. 2361(PV074).

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution requesting the Board of Estimate and Taxation authorize the City's issuance and sale of assessment bonds in the amount of $871,039.23 for the project.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution ordering the abandonment and removal of areaways located in the public right-of-way in conflict with the project.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 5. Subordinate Funding Agreement with Metropolitan Council for local work design and administrative costs

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 6. Capital project closeouts with appropriation, bond reallocation, and revenue adjustments within the City's Capital Project and Enterprise Funds

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 7. Cooperative agreement with the Hennepin County for Cedar Ave Reconstruction Project

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 8. Utility Easement with Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board for storm sewer and stormwater basins within Columbia Golf Course and Park

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 9. Parkway Paving, Repair, and Reconstruction Joint Powers Agreement

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 10. Updating Electric Vehicle Charging Rates for the Twin Cities Electric Vehicle Mobility Network (EV Spot Network)

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Reports of Standing Committees

  • Reports of Special Committees

    • 1. Opioid overdoses and possession of naloxone or other opioid antagonists

      • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

    • 2. Towards Zero Death Grant from the State of Minnesota through the City of Crystal Police Department to improve the safety of Minneapolis roads

      • Accepting a federal grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety through the City of Crystal Police Department as the fiscal agent, in the amount of $21,560, for Towards Zero Death traffic enforcement efforts.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Authorizing a contract with the City of Crystal for traffic enforcement from the State of Minnesota's Towards Zero Death program, to be executed in accordance with Resolution 2025R-112 related to federally-funded grants.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Resolutions

  • Motions

  • Unfinished Business

    • 1. 35th St and 36th St reconstruction project: concept layout approval and variance request

      • Approving the concept layout for the 35th Street and 36th Street from Chicago Avenue to Blaisdell Avenue.

        • Passed 11-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution seeking a variance from Municipal State Aid (MSA) Rules for the travel lane width, curb reaction distance, and bikeway clear zone for 35th Street between Blaisdell Avenue and 3rd Avenue.

        • Passed 11-0-0 Approved
        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

      • Passage of Resolution amending 2025R-447 by correcting and clarifying the Municipal State Aid Rules from which the project is seeking a variance.

        • Passed 13-0-0 Approved

  • Closed Session

    • 1. Litigation matter of Cheryl Frazier, et al. v. City of Minneapolis

      • Passed 10-0-0 Approved

  • Addendum

  • Announcements

  • Adjournment