Charter Commission
TL;DR
The Saint Paul Charter Commission discussed potential changes to the city charter regarding commercial development districts and public hearings. A proposed amendment was tabled after a public hearing where five community members spoke, with additional discussion from commissioners and city staff.
Key Decisions
- Amendment to Section 17.07.1(c) on Commercial Development Districts Tabled (8-6)
- August 7, 2023 Meeting Minutes Approved
Agenda
- ROLL CALL
- APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
- CCI 23-7 Approving the August 7, 2023 Charter Commission meeting minutes.Charter Commission ItemsAction: Approved Passed
Commissioner Wasley moved Charter Commission Item CCI 23-7. A voice vote was taken. The motion carried by an unanimous vote. Commissioner Tobolt arrives at 4:15 PM. Commissioner Lee arrives at 4:21 PM. Commissioner Valliant arrives at 4:23 PM.
- CITIZEN COMMENTS
Resident John Purdy addressed the Charter Commission regarding utility taxes and Common Cent sales tax proposal.
- REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEE
- UNFINISHED BUSINESS
- CCI 23-5 Recommending the Amendment to Section 17.07.1. (c), of the Saint Paul City Charter, with regard to Commercial Development Districts and public hearings.Charter Commission ItemsAction: Laid Over Passed
A public hearing was held on Charter Commission Item CCI 23-5 and five community members spoke. Commissioners asked further questions of City Council Operations Director Brynn Hausz and City Clerk Shari Moore. Commissioner Valliant introduced an amendment. Commissioners discussed the proposal and item as a whole. Commissioner Lee made a motion to table the item. Motion passed with 8 votes in favor, 6 votes opposed.
- Untitled item
- NEW BUSINESS
- OTHER BUSINESS
- ADJOURNMENT
- Written comments on CCI 23-5 may be submitted to CharterCommission@ci.stpaul.mn.us For more information call 651-266-8560 or email CharterCommission@ci.stpaul.mn.us