City Council - June 17, 2026 6/17/2026

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ROLL CALL
COMMUNICATIONS & RECEIVE/FILE
1. Amending CDBG Project Budgets: To allocate $700,000 in funding for 259 University Ave, $200,000 for the 2025 Window Replacement and Low Impact Stabilization Lead Hazard Control program, and $34,820 for 230 Front Ave (Shwe Karen Market & Deli)
- AO 26-36 Financial Analysis CDBG.pdf
CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. If discussion on an item is desired, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
2. Requesting approval of a Driveway Access Easement and Maintenance Agreement between the City and Rail Transfer, Inc. pertaining to city-owned land at 677 and 689 Pierce Butler Route.
- Driveway Access Easement and Maintenance Agreement.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
3. Authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for their Trunk Highway 5 Project.
- SP 8825-1334 Ag Agr 1063291 City of St Paul FINAL.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
4. Approving the City’s cost of providing Securing and/or Emergency Boarding services during March 2026, and setting date of Legislative Hearing for July 14, 2026 and City Council public hearing for August 19, 2026 to consider and levy the assessments against individual properties. (File No. J2611B, Assessment No. 268116)
- Report of Completion J2611B.268116.pdf
- Assessment Roll J2611B.268116.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
5. Approving the City’s cost of providing Securing and/or Emergency Boarding services during November 2025, and setting date of Legislative Hearing for July 14, 2026 and City Council public hearing for August 29, 2026 to consider and levy the assessments against individual properties. (File No. J2607B2, Assessment No. 268117)
- Report of Completion J2607B2.268117.pdf
- Assessment Roll J2607B2.268117.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
6. Approving the City’s cost of providing Securing and/or Emergency Boarding services during April 2026, and setting date of Legislative Hearing for July 14, 2026 and City Council public hearing for August 19, 2026 to consider and levy the assessments against individual properties. (File No. J2612B, Assessment No. 2681118)
- Report of Completion- J2612B. 268118.pdf
- Assessment Roll- J2612B.268118.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
7. Authorizing the Department of Public Works to apply for up to $100,000 from the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District Stewardship Grant Program, which does not have a match requirement, to perform additional street sweeping within the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District boundaries.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
8. Authorizing the Department of Public Works to apply for the Bridge Investment Program - Bridge Project Grant from the United States Department of Transportation to replace the Eastbound Kellogg RiverCentre Bridge No. 90378.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
9. Authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for the Grand/Snelling Intersection Improvement Project.
- 1057071 AGR ST PAUL.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
10. Approving the City’s cost for Demolition of Vacant, Nuisance and/or Hazardous Structure from the month of May 2026 and setting date of Legislative Hearing for July 28, 2026 and City Council public hearing for September 2, 2026 to consider and levy the assessments against individual properties. (File No. J2607C, Assessment No. 262006)
- J2607C Assessment Roll.pdf
- J2607C Report of Completion.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
11. Authorizing the Department of Public Works to enter into a cooperative agreement with the Capitol Region Watershed District to perform enhanced street sweeping activities within the Capitol Region Watershed District boundaries.
- 2026 Cooperative Agreement for Enhanced Street Sweeping.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
12. Adopting the 2025 Stormwater Permit Annual Report.
- 2025 Annual Report.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
13. Authorizing the City to apply for $111,650 from the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Solar on Public Buildings Grant Program for solar installation at Hayden Heights Library.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
14. Approving the application for change of ownership to the Tobacco Products Shop license (License ID #DSIBLTOBAC-000985-2026) now held by Up Top Corner LLC d/b/a Up Top Corner for the premises located at 626 Larpenteur Ave W, Unit A.
- Business Detail Application.pdf
- License Condition Affidavit.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
15. Approving the vision plan for Merriam Park, to release DEED funds for construction of a new, larger skate park.
- City Council Res 26-953 Exhibit 1- Merriam Park Improvements Staff Report.pdf
- MERRIAM PARK.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
16. Approving the Mayor’s appointment of Brian Jastram to a two-year term on the Lower Mississippi River Watershed Management Organization.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
17. Approving the application for change of ownership for the Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, Liquor On Sale - 2 AM Closing, Liquor Outdoor Service Area - Patio, Entertainment (A) and Gambling Location licenses now held by Headquarters LLC d/b/a Headquarters (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-000647-2026) for the premises located at 899 Rice St.
- Business Detail Application.pdf
- 5.28.2026- Letter of Support.pdf
- License Application Notification.pdf
- License Condition Affidavit.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
18. Initiating zoning text amendments for Highland National Golf Course driving range lighting and golf course (Sec. 65.230).
- Sec._65.230 Proposed Golf Amendments City Council 6.17.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
19. Authorizing the Fire Department to apply for the 2025 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) in the amount of $2,000,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide paramedic training, enhanced physicals for firefighters, turnout gear, EMS equipment, and firefighter equipment.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
20. Authorizing the Fire Department to apply for the 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant in the amount of $8,449,689.78 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to hire 21 additional firefighters.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
21. Authorizing the Fire Department to apply for the 2025 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant in the amount of $600,000 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to purchase supplies for the community risk reduction program Project Safe Haven, equipment for the fire investigation unit, public education support, CPR training equipment, and media equipment.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
22. Authorizing the city to shift unused budget authority between ARP projects in alignment with federal guidance.
- RES 26-967 ARP Reclassification.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
23. Approving the application for Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, and Liquor Outdoor Service Area (Patio) licenses (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-000762-2026) now held by Snelling-Midway Management Company LLC d/b/a Midway Diner for the premises located at 445 Simpson St.
- Business Detail Application.pdf
- License Application Notification.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
24. Approving the application for Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, and Liquor Outdoor Service Area (Patio) licenses (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-000764-2026) now held by Snelling Midway Management Company LLC d/b/a Piccoli Piatti for the premises located at 455 Simpson St.
- Business Details Application.pdf
- License Application Notification.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
25. Approving the application for Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, Liquor Outdoor Service Area (Sidewalk), Entertainment (B), and Gambling Location licenses (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-000621-2026) now held by Latino Economic Development Center d/b/a Plaza del Sol for the premises located at 990 Payne Ave.
- Business Details Application.pdf
- License Application Notification.pdf
- License Condition Affidavit.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
26. Authorizing the City to enter into Asset Disposal Sale Agreements with SOO Line Railroad Company (which include an indemnification clause) to procure shipping containers for use by the Saint Paul Fire Department.
- Asset Disposal Agreement.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
27. Establishing the rate of pay for the classification of Production Operations Manager, Grade 020 in EG 09, Saint Paul Supervisors Organization.
- Production Operations Manager.xlsx.pdf
- Production Operations Manager FINAL spec.docx.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
FOR DISCUSSION
28. Honoring and recognizing the national holiday Juneteenth 2026 as an annual celebration of Black Freedom, Liberation, and Resilience in the City of Saint Paul
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
SUSPENSION ITEMS
Approving the use of Neighborhood Star Grant funds for a change in scope of work for Cook St. Paul, LLC.
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
Commemorating the Historic 30th Annual Community Peace Celebration and Declaring a Day of Peace and Unity
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
ORDINANCES An ordinance is a city law enacted by the City Council. It is read at three separate council meetings and becomes effective after passage by the Council and 30 days after publication in the Saint Paul Pioneer Press. Public hearings on ordinances are generally held at the second reading.
Final Adoption
29. Granting the application of AuMer Development Group to rezone property at 213 Bates Avenue from H2 Residential to T1 Traditional Neighborhood and amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to the zoning map.
- Planning Commission Resolution 26-15.pdf
- 213 Bates Ave Rezoning Staff Packet.pdf
- 213 Bates Ave Rezoning City Council Presentation.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
PUBLIC HEARINGS Live testimony is limited to two minutes for each person. See below for optional ways to testify.
30. Ratifying the assessment for Repair of Sanitary Sewer Line on Private Properties. (File No. SWRP2602, Assessment No. 263001)
- Assessment Roll.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
31. Approving a Subdivision by Registered Land Survey for Highland Bridge Property Owner, LLC, at 2200 Ford Parkway to create four (4) F5 Ford Business Mixed District tracts.
- 1 Staff Report.pdf
- 2 Final Plat.pdf
- 3 Approved Preliminary Registered Land Survey.pdf
- 4 Subdivision Application.pdf
- 5 Application Narrative.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
32. Approving the Highland Bridge Rowhomes 8th Addition Final (Combined) Plat.
- 1 Plat Staff Report.pdf
- 2 Final Plat-05152026.pdf
- 3 Approved Preliminary Plat.pdf
- 4 Application Narrative.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
33. Approving the application of Minny Festivals LLC for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for Minnesota Country Club event on Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 200 Dr. Justus Ohage Blvd - Harriet Island Park.
- Application_MCC.pdf
- ENS1.pdf
- Map_MCC.pdf
- Owners_MCC.pdf
- Owner_MCC.pdf
- Applicant_MCC.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
34. Approving the application of Minny Festivals LLC for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for Minnesota Yacht Club event on Friday, July 17, Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 200 Dr. Justus Ohage Blvd - Harriet Island Park.
- Application_MYC.pdf
- ENS1_MYC.pdf
- Map_MYC.pdf
- Owners_MYC.pdf
- Owner_MYC.pdf
- Applicant_MYC.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
LEGISLATIVE HEARING DISCUSSION ITEMS
53. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B2, Assessment No. 260142)
- Notice Assessment Roll CG25Q4B2.260142.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted As Amended
55. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)
- Notice Assessment Roll CG25Q4B4.260144.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted As Amended
LEGISLATIVE HEARING CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will receive a combined public hearing and be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda for a separate public hearing and discussion if desired.
Approval of the Consent Agenda
35. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 877 ALBEMARLE STREET. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)
- 877 Albermarle Street.Cart Delivery.#1208926.pdf
- 877 Albermarle Street.Q1 2026 Assessment Adjsutment.#1761070.pdf
- 877 Albermarle Street.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1808256.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
36. Deleting the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 318 BAKER STREET EAST. (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)
- 318 Baker Street East.First Cart Delivery.#1761392.pdf
- 318 Baker Street East.Q1 2026 Assessment Adjsutment.#1765983.pdf
- 318 Baker Street East.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1809807.pdf
- 318 Baker Street East.Second Cart Delivery.#1761392.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
37. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1231 BARCLAY STREET (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)
- 1231 Barclay Street.Email Exchange with the Hauler.06.01.2026.pdf
- 1231 Barclay Street.Q4 2025 Legislative Hearing.#1827017.pdf
- 1231 Barclay Street. Temp Hold Request#1867845.pdf
- 1231 Barclay Street.Q1 2026 Billing Adjustment.#1867832.pdf
38. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 317 DALY STREET. (File No. CG25Q4B2, Assessment No. 260142)
- 317 Daly Street.Email Exchange with Hauler.pdf
- 317 Daly Street.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1725176.pdf
- 317 Daly Street.Q4 2025 Billing Adjustment.Trash Bags.#1683398.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
39. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1164 EDGEWATER BOULEVARD. (File No. CG25Q4B2, Assessment No. 260142)
- 1164 Edgewater Blvd.Email Exchange with Hauler.5.21.2026.pdf
- 1164 Edgewater Blvd.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1817498.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
40. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1158 HAWTHORNE AVENUE EAST. (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)
- 1158 Hawthorne Avenue East.Cart Delivery.#1777818.pdf
- 1158 Hawthorne Avenue East.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry Supplemental Information.#1776569.pdf
- 1158 Hawthorne Avenue East.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1719746.pdf
- 1158 Hawthorne Avenue East.Q4 2025 Cart Delivery Follow-up.#1789699.pdf
- 1158 Hawthorne Avenue East.Service Hold Form.#1205917.pdf
- 1158 Hawthorne Avenue East.Service Hold Inquiry.#1205917.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
41. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1397 HEWITT AVENUE. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)
- 1397 Hewitt Avenue.Cart Sharing Request.#1839032.pdf
- 1397 Hewitt Avenue.Q1 2026 Adjsutment.#1860884.pdf
- 1397 Hewitt Avenue.Q4 Legislative Hearing.Cart Size.#1868421.pdf
42. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 679 HOYT AVENUE WEST. (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)
- 679 Hoyt Ave W. Q1 2026 Service Hold.#1558631.pdf
- 679 Hoyt Ave W. Q2 2025 Billing Adjustment.#141194.pdf
- 679 Hoyt Ave W.Cart Sharing Inquiry.#1570558.pdf
- 679 Hoyt Ave W.Hold Inquiry.#1606113.pdf
- 679 Hoyt Ave W.Initial Hold Inquiry.#1620318.pdf
- 679 Hoyt Ave W.Q1 2025 Billing Inquiry.#1798120.pdf
- 679 Hoyt Ave W.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1812557.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
43. Appeal of Pamela Anderson to a Summary Abatement Order at 948 IDAHO AVENUE WEST.
- 948 Idaho Ave W.appeal 5-27-26.pdf
- 948 Idaho Ave W.Inspector photos 5-20-26.pdf
- 948 Idaho Ave W.Anderson Ltr.6-5-26.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
44. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 924 IGLEHART AVENUE. (File No. CG25Q4B5, Assessment No. 260145)
- 924 Iglehart Avenue.Cart Sharing Inquiry.#1838824.pdf
- 924 Iglehart Avenue.Email Exchange with Hauler.05.26.2026.pdf
- 924 Iglehart Avenue.Initial Cart Correction Inquiry.#1828830.pdf
- 924 Iglehart Avenue.Q1 2026 Billing Adjustment.#1840988.pdf
- 924 Iglehart Avenue.Q4 2025 Legislative Hearing Inquiry.#1840985.pdf
- 924 Iglehart Avenue.Trash Bag Inquiry.#1841342.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
45. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 39 MAGNOLIA AVENUE EAST. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)
- 39 Magnolia Avenue East.Q4 2025 Assessment Inqury.#1593531.pdf
- 39 Magnolia Avenue East.UDRF.#1593225.pdf
- 39 Magnolia Avenue East.Cart Removal.#1598771.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
46. Amending Council File No. RLH AR 26-1 to delete the assessment for Tall Grass and Weed Removal services during June 27 to July 8, 2025 at 601 ROSE AVENUE EAST. (File No. J2602TW, Assessment No. 268702)
- 601 Rose Ave E.Minutes 5-19-26.pdf
- 601 Rose Ave E.Minutes 6-2-26.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
47. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 700 STRYKER AVENUE (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)
- 700 Stryer Avenue.Ring CAmera Ticket.$1765252.pdf
- 700 Stryker Ave.Ring Camera Images.05.22.2026.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Bulky Item Collection 9.30.2025.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Bulky Item Collection.#1405137.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Cart Size Inquiry.#1765242.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Mattress Collection Inquiry.#1664670.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Multiple MPU Reports.#1752819.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Q3 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1752924.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Q4 2025 Assessment Inquiry.#1825940.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.UDRF Hold.#1752889.pdf
- 700 Stryker Ave.Aerial Map.pdf
- 700 Stryker Ave.Aerial Map #2.pdf
- 700 Stryker Ave.Street View 3-23 Image.pdf
- 700 Stryker Avenue.Email Exchange with Previous hauler.06.01.2026.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
48. Deleting the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 258 WYOMING STREET WEST. (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)
- 258 Wyoming Street West.Billing Inquiry.08.07.2025.#1295575.pdf
- 258 Wyoming Street West.Email Exchange with Previous Hauler.pdf
- 258 Wyoming Street West.EOW Cart Delivery.#1843915.pdf
- 258 Wyoming Street West.Pays Republic Yearly Billing Inquiry.01.23.2025.#943389.pdf
- 258 Wyoming Street West.Q4 2025 Leg Hearing Request.#1832802.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
49. Ratifying the assessment for Demolition 2026. (File No. J2605C, Assessment No. 262004)
- Assessment Roll J2605C.262004.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
50. Ratifying the assessment for Securing and/or Emergency Boarding January 2026. (File No. J2609B, Assessment No. 268114)
- Assessment Roll J2609B.268114.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
51. Ratifying the assessment for Securing and/or Emergency Boarding February 2026. (File No. J2610B, Assessment No. 268115)
- Assessment Roll J2610B.268115.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
52. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)
- Notice Assessment Roll CG25Q4B1.260141.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
54. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)
- Notice Assessment Roll CG25Q4B3.260143.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
56. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B5, Assessment No. 260145)
- Notice Assessment Roll CG25Q4B5.260145.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
57. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Yard Waste Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. YW25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260500)
- Notice Assessment Roll YW25Q4B1.260500.pdf
- Passed 7-0-0 Adopted
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City Council - June 17, 2026 6/17/2026

ROLL CALL

COMMUNICATIONS & RECEIVE/FILE

1. Amending CDBG Project Budgets: To allocate $700,000 in funding for 259 University Ave, $200,000 for the 2025 Window Replacement and Low Impact Stabilization Lead Hazard Control program, and $34,820 for 230 Front Ave (Shwe Karen Market & Deli)

CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. If discussion on an item is desired, the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda for separate consideration.

Approval of the Consent Agenda

2. Requesting approval of a Driveway Access Easement and Maintenance Agreement between the City and Rail Transfer, Inc. pertaining to city-owned land at 677 and 689 Pierce Butler Route.

3. Authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for their Trunk Highway 5 Project.

7. Authorizing the Department of Public Works to apply for up to $100,000 from the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District Stewardship Grant Program, which does not have a match requirement, to perform additional street sweeping within the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District boundaries.

8. Authorizing the Department of Public Works to apply for the Bridge Investment Program - Bridge Project Grant from the United States Department of Transportation to replace the Eastbound Kellogg RiverCentre Bridge No. 90378.

9. Authorizing the City to enter into an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for the Grand/Snelling Intersection Improvement Project.

11. Authorizing the Department of Public Works to enter into a cooperative agreement with the Capitol Region Watershed District to perform enhanced street sweeping activities within the Capitol Region Watershed District boundaries.

12. Adopting the 2025 Stormwater Permit Annual Report.

13. Authorizing the City to apply for $111,650 from the Minnesota Department of Commerce’s Solar on Public Buildings Grant Program for solar installation at Hayden Heights Library.

14. Approving the application for change of ownership to the Tobacco Products Shop license (License ID #DSIBLTOBAC-000985-2026) now held by Up Top Corner LLC d/b/a Up Top Corner for the premises located at 626 Larpenteur Ave W, Unit A.

15. Approving the vision plan for Merriam Park, to release DEED funds for construction of a new, larger skate park.

16. Approving the Mayor’s appointment of Brian Jastram to a two-year term on the Lower Mississippi River Watershed Management Organization.

18. Initiating zoning text amendments for Highland National Golf Course driving range lighting and golf course (Sec. 65.230).

20. Authorizing the Fire Department to apply for the 2025 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant in the amount of $8,449,689.78 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to hire 21 additional firefighters.

22. Authorizing the city to shift unused budget authority between ARP projects in alignment with federal guidance.

23. Approving the application for Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, and Liquor Outdoor Service Area (Patio) licenses (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-000762-2026) now held by Snelling-Midway Management Company LLC d/b/a Midway Diner for the premises located at 445 Simpson St.

24. Approving the application for Liquor On Sale, Liquor On Sale - Sunday, and Liquor Outdoor Service Area (Patio) licenses (License ID #DSIBLLIQ-000764-2026) now held by Snelling Midway Management Company LLC d/b/a Piccoli Piatti for the premises located at 455 Simpson St.

26. Authorizing the City to enter into Asset Disposal Sale Agreements with SOO Line Railroad Company (which include an indemnification clause) to procure shipping containers for use by the Saint Paul Fire Department.

27. Establishing the rate of pay for the classification of Production Operations Manager, Grade 020 in EG 09, Saint Paul Supervisors Organization.

FOR DISCUSSION

28. Honoring and recognizing the national holiday Juneteenth 2026 as an annual celebration of Black Freedom, Liberation, and Resilience in the City of Saint Paul

SUSPENSION ITEMS

Approving the use of Neighborhood Star Grant funds for a change in scope of work for Cook St. Paul, LLC.

Commemorating the Historic 30th Annual Community Peace Celebration and Declaring a Day of Peace and Unity

ORDINANCES An ordinance is a city law enacted by the City Council. It is read at three separate council meetings and becomes effective after passage by the Council and 30 days after publication in the Saint Paul Pioneer Press. Public hearings on ordinances are generally held at the second reading.

Final Adoption

29. Granting the application of AuMer Development Group to rezone property at 213 Bates Avenue from H2 Residential to T1 Traditional Neighborhood and amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to the zoning map.

PUBLIC HEARINGS Live testimony is limited to two minutes for each person. See below for optional ways to testify.

30. Ratifying the assessment for Repair of Sanitary Sewer Line on Private Properties. (File No. SWRP2602, Assessment No. 263001)

31. Approving a Subdivision by Registered Land Survey for Highland Bridge Property Owner, LLC, at 2200 Ford Parkway to create four (4) F5 Ford Business Mixed District tracts.

32. Approving the Highland Bridge Rowhomes 8th Addition Final (Combined) Plat.

33. Approving the application of Minny Festivals LLC for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for Minnesota Country Club event on Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 200 Dr. Justus Ohage Blvd - Harriet Island Park.

34. Approving the application of Minny Festivals LLC for a sound level variance in order to present amplified sound for Minnesota Yacht Club event on Friday, July 17, Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19, 2026, at 200 Dr. Justus Ohage Blvd - Harriet Island Park.

LEGISLATIVE HEARING DISCUSSION ITEMS

53. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B2, Assessment No. 260142)

55. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)

LEGISLATIVE HEARING CONSENT AGENDA Items listed under the Consent Agenda will receive a combined public hearing and be enacted by one motion with no separate discussion. Items may be removed from the Consent Agenda for a separate public hearing and discussion if desired.

Approval of the Consent Agenda

35. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 877 ALBEMARLE STREET. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)

36. Deleting the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 318 BAKER STREET EAST. (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)

37. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1231 BARCLAY STREET (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)

38. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 317 DALY STREET. (File No. CG25Q4B2, Assessment No. 260142)

39. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1164 EDGEWATER BOULEVARD. (File No. CG25Q4B2, Assessment No. 260142)

40. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1158 HAWTHORNE AVENUE EAST. (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)

41. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 1397 HEWITT AVENUE. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)

42. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 679 HOYT AVENUE WEST. (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)

43. Appeal of Pamela Anderson to a Summary Abatement Order at 948 IDAHO AVENUE WEST.

44. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 924 IGLEHART AVENUE. (File No. CG25Q4B5, Assessment No. 260145)

45. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 39 MAGNOLIA AVENUE EAST. (File No. CG25Q4B4, Assessment No. 260144)

46. Amending Council File No. RLH AR 26-1 to delete the assessment for Tall Grass and Weed Removal services during June 27 to July 8, 2025 at 601 ROSE AVENUE EAST. (File No. J2602TW, Assessment No. 268702)

47. Ratifying the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 700 STRYKER AVENUE (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)

48. Deleting the Appealed Special Tax Assessment for property at 258 WYOMING STREET WEST. (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)

49. Ratifying the assessment for Demolition 2026. (File No. J2605C, Assessment No. 262004)

50. Ratifying the assessment for Securing and/or Emergency Boarding January 2026. (File No. J2609B, Assessment No. 268114)

51. Ratifying the assessment for Securing and/or Emergency Boarding February 2026. (File No. J2610B, Assessment No. 268115)

52. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260141)

54. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B3, Assessment No. 260143)

56. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Garbage Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. CG25Q4B5, Assessment No. 260145)

57. Ratifying the assessment for the City’s cost of providing Collection of Delinquent Yard Waste Bills for services during October to December 2025. (File No. YW25Q4B1, Assessment No. 260500)

ADJOURNMENT